Cities and Infrastructures
- The human-made surroundings that provide the setting for human activity, including buildings, infrastructure, and urban spaces.
- The basic physical and organizational structures and facilities (e.g., roads, bridges, power supplies) needed for the operation of a society or enterprise.
Definition
Global Positioning System (GPS)
A satellite-based navigation system that provides location and time information anywhere on Earth.
Smart Cities
- An urban area that uses digital technology to enhance the quality of life for its residents.
- Smart cities use IoT devices and sensors to collect data and optimize urban operations like traffic management, waste disposal, and energy usage.
Wayfinding
Definition
Wayfinding
Technologies that help humans navigate in physical spaces.
- Humans commonly use GPS systems to navigate in physical spaces.
- GPS systems use trilateration, which is the process of connecting three satellites to pinpoint an exact physical location.
- GPS systems use geographic information systems (GIS), which turn geographical data into digital maps.
- How do smart cities use digital technology to improve urban living?
- What are the benefits and challenges of using GPS and GIS in transportation?
- How can digital tools help reduce the environmental impact of urban areas?
Agriculture
Definition
Agriculture
The practice of cultivating land and raising animals for food, fiber, and other products.
Digital technologies in agriculture
Digital technologies have transformed agriculture by:
- Increasing efficiency: Automation and data analytics reduce labor and resource use.
- Enhancing productivity: Precision farming and real-time monitoring boost yields.
- Improving sustainability: Reducing waste and environmental impact.
Definition
Agricultural Production and Distribution
The processes of creating goods through agriculture and spreading them to relevant destinations and communities.
- How do digital technologies improve agricultural production and distribution?
- What are the potential drawbacks of relying on digital technologies in agriculture?
- Can you think of other industries where digital technologies have had a similar impact?
To what extent should the benefits of digital technologies in agriculture outweigh the ethical concerns related to job displacement and data privacy?
