May
Augmented Reality manuals
Entrepreneurship
![person following the instructions seen through augmented reality glasses](/en/industry/industry/news/data/2021/05/augmented-reality-manuals/_jcr_content/pageimages/imageSmall.imageformat.contentteaser.1953053608.jpg)
ETH spin-off Rimon Technologies has developed a framework to enhance the capabilities of teams and companies to build their own augmented reality (AR) applications such as manuals for complex machines or inspections.
Maintaining railway networks
- Innosuisse project
- Industry Projects
- Videos
![Grinding train](/en/industry/industry/news/data/2021/05/maintaining-railway-networks/_jcr_content/pageimages/imageSmall.imageformat.contentteaser.488217253.jpg)
The grinding of railway tracks extends their lifetime and reduces driving noises. Scheuchzer started a collaboration with inspire and ETH Zurich in order to investigate and optimize the grinding process.
Always-on UWB: the next generation of localisation and secure communication
Technology Offers
![smart watch on wrist symbolising communication with other devices](/en/industry/industry/news/data/2021/05/always-on-uwb-the-next-generation-of-localisation-and-secure-communication/_jcr_content/pageimages/imageSmall.imageformat.contentteaser.751475876.jpg)
UWB communication is a fast rising technology, which will facilitate indoor localisation, navigation, and boost secure communication between smart devices. Michele Magno, Head of the Center for Project-based Learning (D-ITET), implements new power-saving features for this technology so that it can work efficiently in mobile devices.
A game changer for concrete casting
- Innosuisse project
- Industry Projects
- Videos
![concrete casting](/en/industry/industry/news/data/2021/05/a-game-changer-for-concrete-casting/_jcr_content/pageimages/imageSmall.imageformat.contentteaser.288434777.jpg)
SACAC, a manufacturer of concrete pillars, aims to apply digital fabrication methods to reduce production times and increase flexibility. Their collaboration with ETH Zurich delivered remarkable results.