Technology
Suburban Assault Vehicle
These converted SUVs feature 50-caliber machine guns or a 40mm grenade launcher and armor plating.
GIS Becomes Mainstream
In the last three years, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) have become a mainstream technology in the enterprise, says CIO Magazine.
Are They Watching You?
A $37 million upgrade to the San Francisco Bay's electronic toll system will provide real-time info on congestion and traffic.
Fading Italian City Reinvents Itself As Technology Haven
A 13th-century Italian village on the verge of extinction invests in technology to redesign itself as an Internet haven.
Comment On Surface Transit Programs Online
U.S. Transportation Secretary Mineta invites Americans to comment on future surface transportation programs.
Web Site Gives Easy Access To Land Data
New BLM Web site offers legal and GPS information about land, a valuable tool for GIS projects.
Can $50 Million Fix Traffic In Redmond?
The City of Redmond has unveiled their $50 million Downtown Transportation Masterplan, developed by
How Will Technology Affect Cities?
Are the Network and its attendant gadgets driving us apart or bringing us together? Smart City Radio investigates.
Warchalking
During the Depression, hobos drew signs to indicate where they could find meals. Now, technology fans are using a similar system to identify wireless Internet connections.
Satellite Data Aids Fire-fighting Efforts
Satellite data and new software helps predict, locate, and observe fire outbreaks.
MIT Developing Building Of The Future
Researchers at MIT's Media Lab are developing a "programmable building" that can be controlled using a Web interface and will be more efficient and flexible.
Hollywood's Vision For Transit
Harald Belker is Hollywood's star futuristic vehicle designer for movies. He's got his eye on Mag-Lev systems.
Redesigned Census Website: Easier Access To Data
The redesigned website of the U.S. Census Bureau provides a friendlier interface to access census data.
People Power Will Save The Silicon Valley
The Silicon Valley, according to a recent Milken Institute study, represents roughly six percent of the entire tech output in the nation.
States OK Segway On Sidewalks
Twenty-four states approve Segways on sidewalks with "surprising speed" over the past six months.
Rendering The Future
New developments in computer graphics promise to change the way architects envision their designs.
Building Technology Moves Slowly
A $30,000 BMW has more sensors and monitors on it than a $10-million bridge.
Zero-emission Community Transportation Plan
The controversial and massive Playa Vista planned community in Los Angeles will provide residents with electric vehicles.
Primer On How GPS Works
Scientific American provides a fascinating introduction to how GPS devices work.
Worldview: A Window To Another City
Architects use technology to create an "urban attractor" that they say will allow people in different cities to interact like never before.
Urban Design for Planners 1: Software Tools
This six-course series explores essential urban design concepts using open source software and equips planners with the tools they need to participate fully in the urban design process.
Planning for Universal Design
Learn the tools for implementing Universal Design in planning regulations.
Heyer Gruel & Associates PA
Ada County Highway District
Institute for Housing and Urban Development Studies (IHS)
City of Grandview
Harvard GSD Executive Education
Toledo-Lucas County Plan Commissions
Salt Lake City
NYU Wagner Graduate School of Public Service
