{"id":285,"date":"2024-09-16T12:54:24","date_gmt":"2024-09-16T03:54:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.links-kk.jp\/?page_id=285"},"modified":"2024-09-16T16:55:09","modified_gmt":"2024-09-16T07:55:09","slug":"home","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.links-kk.jp\/","title":{"rendered":"LINKS co.,ltd."},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1254\" height=\"717\" src=\"https:\/\/www.links-kk.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Group-2109_low.png\" alt=\"\u30ed\u30b4\u3068\u753b\u50cf\" class=\"wp-image-111\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.links-kk.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Group-2109_low.png 1254w, https:\/\/www.links-kk.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Group-2109_low-300x172.png 300w, https:\/\/www.links-kk.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Group-2109_low-1024x585.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.links-kk.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Group-2109_low-768x439.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1254px) 100vw, 1254px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading alignwide has-text-align-center\">AI business development creates value for society<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-e2edb20e wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-right:10px;padding-left:10px\">\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left\">Advanced technology solve social problems<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">We develop new businesses that use AI and other cutting-edge technologies to solve social problems. Our work in Kyoto is particularly noteworthy as a cutting-edge example of this. Here, a group of students and several cities are working together to confront region-specific challenges using AI-based data analysis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-e2edb20e wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-right:10px;padding-left:10px\">\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left\">Transforming the future of public infrastructure as a pioneer in AI technology<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">Our mission is to use cutting-edge AI technology to drive innovation in utilities and contribute to the development of the industry as a whole. Our technology streamlines all processes, from road operations to maintenance, to deliver higher quality services.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-e2edb20e wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-right:10px;padding-left:10px\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1018\" height=\"407\" src=\"https:\/\/www.links-kk.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/road-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-64\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.links-kk.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/road-1.png 1018w, https:\/\/www.links-kk.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/road-1-300x120.png 300w, https:\/\/www.links-kk.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/road-1-768x307.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1018px) 100vw, 1018px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading alignwide has-text-align-center\">Paving the way with AI<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In recent years, many industries have been undergoing transformational change as a result of advances in AI technology. We are one of them, developing and providing AI-based technology to improve the efficiency of road survey, road maintenance and management processes. This will enable faster and more accurate road maintenance and build a sustainable future for public infrastructure.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-e2edb20e wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-right:10px;padding-left:10px\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"585\" src=\"https:\/\/www.links-kk.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/water-1024x585.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-135\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.links-kk.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/water-1024x585.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.links-kk.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/water-300x171.png 300w, https:\/\/www.links-kk.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/water-768x439.png 768w, https:\/\/www.links-kk.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/water.png 1344w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Our technological capabilities make a significant contribution not only to roads, but also to water utilities. Our AI technology meets these challenges, as recent population decline and ageing water networks require efficient operation and maintenance. It supports the realisation of sustainable water supply infrastructures by detecting abnormalities in water pipelines, predicting deterioration and planning for optimum maintenance and management. We are committed to developing and promoting future technologies for the development of public infrastructure as a whole.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-2f9a5846 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading alignwide has-text-align-center\">News<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\"><ul class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__list is-grid columns-3 has-dates alignwide wp-block-latest-posts has-medium-font-size\"><li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.links-kk.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/measure-150x150.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"\" \/><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.links-kk.jp\/en\/2024\/09\/16\/measure_water_cost\/\">A simulator is being developed to quantitatively assess the effects of the introduction of smart meters.<\/a><time datetime=\"2024-09-16T16:02:32+09:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">09\/16\/2024<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">Smart meters are being promoted in many regions to improve the efficiency of meter reading operations and pipe line renewal. However, so far there has been no quantitative evaluation to clearly demonstrate their\u2026 <a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.links-kk.jp\/en\/2024\/09\/16\/measure_water_cost\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Read more<span class=\"screen-reader-text\">: A simulator is being developed to quantitatively assess the effects of the introduction of smart meters.<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.links-kk.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/image-13-150x150.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"\" \/><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.links-kk.jp\/en\/2024\/09\/16\/machine_learning_system_for_water_pipe\/\">Predicting sewer pipe deterioration using machine learning techniques.<\/a><time datetime=\"2024-09-16T16:01:30+09:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">09\/16\/2024<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">In recent years, the prediction of the deterioration of water supply pipes within the framework of asset management has become an important part of the maintenance and management of urban infrastructure. In particular,\u2026 <a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.links-kk.jp\/en\/2024\/09\/16\/machine_learning_system_for_water_pipe\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Read more<span class=\"screen-reader-text\">: Predicting sewer pipe deterioration using machine learning techniques.<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"padding-right:0;padding-left:0\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"760\" height=\"456\" src=\"https:\/\/www.links-kk.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/pic2-e1697736266924.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-65 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.links-kk.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/pic2-e1697736266924.png 760w, https:\/\/www.links-kk.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/pic2-e1697736266924-300x180.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) 100vw, 760px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-d7d9933f wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"min-height:0px;margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-top:10px;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Prompt decision-making<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>By utilising AI technology, road problems can be identified quickly and appropriate action taken. AI&#8217;s advanced image analysis technology can instantly detect minute damage that would take time or be missed by the human eye using conventional methods. This enables early action to be taken before the problem escalates, preventing accidents and large-scale repair work.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-9c44a441 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:10px\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Efficient operation<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Faster and more accurate data analysis than traditional methods makes road operations more efficient AI technology has the ability to process large amounts of data in a short time and recognise patterns. This allows regular inspection data and information from sensors to be analysed in real time to accurately predict and plan necessary maintenance work. This reduces unnecessary work and costs and ensures efficient operations.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"667\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.links-kk.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/pic3-e1697736309408.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-66 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.links-kk.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/pic3-e1697736309408.png 667w, https:\/\/www.links-kk.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/pic3-e1697736309408-300x180.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 667px) 100vw, 667px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"760\" height=\"456\" src=\"https:\/\/www.links-kk.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/pic5-e1697736335524.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-67 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.links-kk.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/pic5-e1697736335524.png 760w, https:\/\/www.links-kk.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/pic5-e1697736335524-300x180.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) 100vw, 760px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-9c44a441 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:10px\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sustainable future<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The use of AI technology is expected to extend the service life of roads and reduce maintenance costs; AI can create highly accurate predictive models of road deterioration, predicting which parts of the road will deteriorate and when. This enables \u2018preventive maintenance\u2019, whereby appropriate repairs are carried out only when necessary, reducing the frequency of major repairs and replacements in the long term. The result is a more sustainable social infrastructure and more effective use of public funds.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>AI business development creates value for society Advanced technology solve social problems We develop new businesses that use AI and other cutting-edge technologies to solve social problems. Our work in Kyoto is particularly noteworthy as a cutting-edge example of this. 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