Meal delivery services have undergone a tremendous evolution during the last decade and, according to market predictions, this trend will continue to grow in the following years. The service growth forecast in combination with the high complexity of the problem indicate the importance of achieving efficient solutions. This article presents a detailed description of the meal … [Read more...] about Meal delivery services: Current practices, challenges, and future directions
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New horizons in tactical communications: An overview of emerging technologies possibilities
Tactical communications are military communications in which information, especially orders and military intelligence, is transmitted from one command, person, or place on the battlefield to another, particularly during combat. It includes any type of information delivery, whether verbal, written, visual, or auditory, and can be sent in various forms. For more about … [Read more...] about New horizons in tactical communications: An overview of emerging technologies possibilities
Casinos, card counters, and the law of large numbers
In movies, blackjack card counters confidently place huge bets in casinos when the time is just right, making huge profits. While counting cards can be used to profit from casinos, the truth of how card counters profit is a bit different. In this article, we get to the heart of how casinos and card counters manage their profits—the law of large numbers, a fundamental theorem in … [Read more...] about Casinos, card counters, and the law of large numbers
Electronic differential: A vital component of electric vehicles
The demand for electric vehicles (EVs) has increased recently to meet the desire for an ecofriendly transportation system on a global scale. The electrification of vehicles opens up a number of new options and opportunities for doing research in several fields. In a conventional EV, a single electric motor powers the car through reduction gears and the mechanical differential … [Read more...] about Electronic differential: A vital component of electric vehicles
Robotic training program for astronauts using mixed reality: A concept study
In the last decade, we have witnessed rapid technology advancements associated with AR, VR, and MR devices. This has led to several business- and consumer oriented products becoming available on the market. Over the years, both start-ups and major companies have developed fascinating and accessible devices, opening many new possibilities in various domains. The new … [Read more...] about Robotic training program for astronauts using mixed reality: A concept study