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From VR experiences at in-person events to online webinars, there are several opportunities to explore Future World Vision. See the full list of events to find one that fits your calendar.

Concrete Roman baths

Roman concrete offers lessons in longevity

A team of researchers from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology explores the self-healing capabilities of Roman concrete.

Image courtesy of HyperloopTT

Public transit’s future is bright, technological, equitable

Public transit agencies are recovering from the pandemic but are optimistic about the industry, thanks to an influx of money and other factors.

Digital city

Transportation agencies shift toward digital delivery

A fully digital future for transportation is on its way, which will have profound implications for engineers and state agencies.

New terminal at Tocumen International Airport (Photo courtesy of Foster + Partners)

Innovative seismic design shaped new airport terminal

Terminal 2 at Tocumen International Airport in Panama City fulfills its mission as a seismic-resistant, essential facility.

Oak Ridge National Laboratory researchers

Bidirectional energy hub successfully demonstrated in Tennessee

Researchers at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory have built and tested an energy hub capable of managing two-way power flow to commercial buildings.

Hyperloop station (Image courtesy of Delft Hyperloop)

Hyperloop faces challenges as it attempts to get back on track

After years of hype, has the push for hyperloop transportation finally stalled?

Meow Wolf Denver Convergence Station

Immersive identity shapes design of Meow Wolf Denver

An open, collaborative design process enabled the project team to overcome multiple challenges on a unique building on a severely constrained urban setting.

Plastic-infused asphalt research at Rutgers University

Waste plastic repurposed for use in asphalt mix

Researchers study performance of New York city roads paved with plastic-infused asphalt.

Earthquake-resistant ductile iron pipe section (Image courtesy of the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California)

If the Earth moves, this flexible iron pipe moves too

The 104 in. diameter ductile iron water pipe can move horizontally up to 13 ft.

View of city buildings

Major action needed to meet 2030 Sustainable Development Goal deadline

A National Academies report highlights actions to be taken by engineers and others to advance the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals intended to be met by 2030.

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VR image of Mega City

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See how Future World Vision comes to life through an immersive VR experience.

Cities of the Future film, Singapore

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Stay updated on the upcoming Future World Vision giant-screen film, Cities of the Future.

Mega City 2070 platform

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Create and share your own custom tour of Mega City 2070.

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