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Universal vision sensor

2014-05-13

Balluff’s BVS universal vision sensor offers 360° part position detection, defect finding, contour-based counting and matching, barcode reading (linear and 2-D DM), and optical character verification (OCV).

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RCCI engine begins in-vehicle demonstration testing

2014-05-12

Higher fuel efficiency and reduced exhaust emissions are two potential benefits associated with Reactivity Controlled Compression Ignition (RCCI), a dual-fuel combustion strategy being spearheaded by a team at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

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Special Audi R8 first with production laser headlamps

2014-05-12

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Eaton names President of Vehicle Group, Asia Pacific

2014-05-09

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BMW and partner to increase carbon-fiber output

2014-05-09

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Dual-use heater core contributes to better vehicle fuel economy

2014-05-08

CSEG has designed, and filed a patent for, a cooling pack and fan that would allow for extreme driving conditions while downsizing the cooling pack, increasing fuel economy, and reducing costs for the OEM as well as the customers who do the driving.

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Full synthetic motor oil formulated from natural gas

2014-05-04

Pennzoil Platinum and Pennzoil Ultra Platinum with PurePlus Technology are full synthetic motor oils formulated from natural gas.

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Remote keyless entry systems a possible app for special battery chemistry

2014-05-04

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2016 preview: Driving Continental’s 48-V hybrid

2014-05-01

Conti's new 48-V hybrid system is a package-efficient module aimed at delivering much of the functionality of a 200- to 400-V hybrid system for a fraction of the cost. It will enter production in 2016 at two OEMs.

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Materials intelligence consortium launched

2014-04-30

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Ricardo technology director to chair European R&D association

2014-04-30

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GM to centralize race-engineering activities in new Pontiac facility

2014-04-30

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Hardware variation remains a challenge for modular platform solutions

2014-04-29

Despite the burgeoning success of highly effective single platform modular solutions, hardware variation is not falling, warns BWI Group global technology executive Olivier Raynauld.

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Suspension parameter measuring machine

2014-04-28

AB Dynamics’ updated suspension parameter measuring machine (SPMM), the SPMM5000, is a fixed ground plane kinetics and compliance test machine that measures suspension parameters and characteristics like the SPMM4000 on which it is based.

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Novel nanocatalysts for fuel cells

2014-04-28

3-D catalytic activity of new open-frame nanoparticles is twenty times that of existing formulations.

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MY2012 was record-breaking for fuel economy and CO2 emissions

2014-04-27

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SwRI launches two powertain-related consortia

2014-04-25

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EPA-OTAQ chief on GHG mandate: ‘Things look really good’ (video)

2014-04-24

A recent EPA analysis shows that of the MY2014 offerings, 34% already meet 2016 GHG and CAFE targets.

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Stain-resistant, antimicrobial fabric coating

2014-04-24

Johnson Controls’ FreshPer4mance coating for fabrics repels dirt and liquid from automotive seats and protects passengers from microbes and static.

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More attractive Kia Sedona minivan on all-new platform

2014-04-24

With 76% high-strength and ultra-high-strength steel, larger welds, and extensive use of structural adhesives, the design is predicted to get top ratings from NHTSA and IIHS. Other highlights are a direct-injection 3.3-L V6, hands- and feet-free liftgate, and UVO infotainment with new eServices.