* The industry will develop a methodology to assess the potential impact of the introduction of the Intelligent Vehicle Safety Systems and technologies in Europe, based on the accident causation data and including the analysis of combined systems (fusion of sensors, integration and use of multiple active safety systems together).

It targets suppliers and users of ICT solutions and covers innovation in four areas: advanced robot solutions, high performance cloud-based simulation services, intelligent sensor-based equipment and innovative laser applications.

Wait until you see the impact of where that's going with artificial intelligence, nanotechnologies, biotechnologies, micromachining, and new advanced sensors and materials. This is really going to revolutionize not only manufacturing but also the products we have, as well as the organization of manufacturing business.

In technological terms, Enel Distribuzione’s project is state-of-the-art thanks to the make-up of the components to be used to establish smart grids and improve the existing traditional grids (tension sensors; actuators to interrupt and re-establish electrical current both under normal operating conditions and when there is a breakdown; innovative microprocessor protection systems, static storage systems and grid regulation systems; WiFi communications infrastructure, WiMax and fibre optics to support operating systems, emergency management and opportunity management).

The inherent intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance capabilities of this next generation of sensors will contribute to Canada's national sovereignty and defence objectives over the vast expanses of Canada and will provide a critical node on the security internet of Canada's integrated defence infrastructure.

NRCan is focusing on ways to improve industrial energy efficiency through work on advanced industrial products, processes and systems, advanced combustion technologies, process integration, intelligent sensors and controls, and bioprocessing technologies.