Artificial intelligence (AI) is poised to transform our cities, revolutionizing how we live, work and interact. From optimizing traffic flow to informing urban planning and driving economic growth, AI is reshaping the urban landscape.
In Season 4 of its City Digital video series, DigiKey explores the different aspects of AI integration—from infrastructure and transportation to environmental monitoring and public services. DigiKey, headquartered in Thief River Falls, Minnesota, is a global leader and continuous innovator in the cutting-edge commerce distribution of electronic components and automation products worldwide.
AI in the Smart World
Sponsored by Molex and STMicroelectronics, DigiKey’s AI in the Smart World digital videos center on the transformative role that AI plays in shaping modern cities. The three-part series also explores how today's hardware and software innovations will power the integration of AI into tomorrow's urban fabric, with the aim of enhancing efficiency, sustainability and quality of life.
"The use cases of AI in smart cities are just starting to scratch the surface and will play a crucial role in creating smarter, more sustainable and livable cities," says Josh Mickolio, technology business development manager, DigiKey.
"Our partnership with suppliers like Molex and STMicroelectronics provides engineers and designers with access to the newest technologies and components to build the devices and systems that will propel smart cities into the future,” Mickolio adds.
The Backbone of Efficient and Sustainable Urban Living
The first of three videos, "The Intelligent Backbone," examines the crucial role of AI in modernizing urban infrastructure. From smart buildings equipped with AI-driven energy systems to the deployment of intelligent traffic control and the use of AI in monitoring critical infrastructure, this episode reveals how AI is becoming the backbone of efficient and sustainable urban living.
Molex is excited to once again participate in this exceptional DigiKey video series. Fred Bell, VP of global distribution, says, "AI is transforming the world, and this first episode provides great insight into how this impacts infrastructure, as well as providing an ideal platform to showcase the work that Molex is doing in this space."
The second video, "On the Move," takes a deep dive into AI’s role in revolutionizing the way people and goods move through their environments. Advancements in autonomous vehicles, smart traffic management systems and AI-powered public transit demonstrate how these technologies can make transportation safer, faster and more environmentally friendly.
The final video, "The Responsive City," looks at AI's role in enhancing public services and environmental monitoring. It covers AI's potential influence on waste management, predictive maintenance of public utilities, and the ability to monitor and respond to environmental changes. The episode also highlights how AI will help in creating more responsive and adaptive urban environments.
Bringing Innovation to Life
DigiKey works directly with the manufacturers that are bringing these types of innovations to life every day. "STMicroelectronics cultivates a full-fledged ecosystem that empowers every aspect of the edge, from the precision of our sensors, microcontrollers and microprocessors to developers' support through comprehensive software tools," says Louis Gobin, product marketing engineer at STMicroelectronics.
"We enable smarter, more efficient and highly responsive environments, bringing intelligence to the very edge and enabling the creation of seamless Edge AI applications,” Gobin continues. “This commitment positions ST at the forefront of the industry, driving the future where edge AI is not just a possibility, but a tangible reality enhancing everyday experiences."
To learn more about the video series "AI in the Smart World" and how DigiKey is supporting the rapidly changing smart city sector, visit the DigiKey website.
