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Using Innovative Technology to Repair Pipelines from the Inside

Pipeline damage can be very dangerous, causing significant harm to communities when an incident occurs. The Pacific Gas & Electric Pipeline Rupture in San Bruno, CA devasted the community and resulted in the death of 8 people, 51 hospitalizations, and the destruction of 38 homes. For every...

Dab Kern

Dabney (Dab) Kern is the director for operations at the U.S. DOT Volpe Center. In this role, he is responsible for guiding the U.S. DOT Volpe Center’s operational workforce in delivering mission support across the Center.

Using AI-Powered Camera Technology to Improve Railroad Safety

In many places around the United States, railroad tracks intersect local roads used by vehicles and pedestrians at grade, some in dense, inhabited communities. This can set the stage for deadly conflict with pedestrians and vehicles. Since trains are heavy, taking upwards of one mile to stop, the...

Project Delivery Center of Excellence Events

Past Events Making Good on the Potential of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Thought Leadership Series -- September through October 2024

This virtual, three-part thought leadership series explored lessons learned and best practices from projects that are making good on the potential of...

SBIR Fiscal Year 2024.1 Phase I Awards

Topic Title Award Information 24-FH1: Next-Generation Sensing and Communication Technology for Cooperative Driving Automation Aiwaysion, Inc. - Seattle, WA Integrated Perception and Communication System for Cooperative Driving Automation PI Name: Wei...