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Miniature triaxial ICP accelerometer

2017-05-18

PCB Piezotronics, Inc.’s family of miniature triaxial ICP accelerometers, Models 356A43, 356A44 and 356A45, are small (0.4 x 0.4 x 0.75 in/10.2 x 10.2 x 19.05 mm), lightweight (4.2 g/0.15 oz) and TEDS (Transducer Electronic Data Sheets) IEEE 1451.4 enabled.

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CO2 buildup in vehicle cabins becoming a safety issue

2017-04-17

Cabins with triple sealing, and EPA fuel economy credits promote use of recirculation position with outside air shut off. CO2 builds up well beyond 0.1% comfort level, says CalsonicKansei researcher at SAE WCX17.

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WCX17: Vehicle connectivity brings privacy, redundancy issues

2017-04-06

Connectivity promises to bring a wealth of information to drivers, but it also poses vexing privacy issues. Figuring out where to store all the data related to connectivity is also puzzling for service providers.

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Overcoming the ‘CO2 penalty’ of autonomous vehicles

2017-04-04

The electrical power needed just to process the increasing deluge of incoming and in-vehicle data—generated from on-board sensor arrays, from other vehicles, the infrastructure and the cloud—is “the dirty little secret” of autonomous vehicle engineering.

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Handheld dual-laser infrared thermometer

2017-04-18

OMEGA Engineering’s (Norwalk, CT) new OS758-LS handheld dual-laser infrared thermometer delivers reliable non-contact measurement for instant troubleshooting.

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High temperature, electrically conductive adhesive

2017-05-08

The EO-98HT from EpoxySet is electrically conductive epoxy for electrical circuits, LED attachment, die attach and grounding applications.

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R-744 A/C refrigerant tries to make the OE grade

2017-04-11

As Mercedes and Audi launch the new CO2 A/C refrigerant in production, members of Germany's VDA consortium ask for a compatible SAE standard during the SAE Interior Climate Control Committee meeting in April.

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Mass flow meter

2017-04-20

The MicroTRICOR TCM-100 Coriolis mass flow meter from AW-Lake Company (Oak Creek, WI) is the smallest TRICOR Coriolis meter designed for the accurate measurement of very low flow rates.

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New autonomous-driving module uses raw sensor data to enhance speed

2017-04-04

Mentor Graphics’ hardware/software platform eschews smart sensors, performing all processing in a centralized control module.

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Polycarbonate film grade

2015-09-29

Covestro’s Makrofol SR906 is a polycarbonate film that offers good scratch and weathering resistance, making it suitable for use in automotive instrument panels.

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Electrically conductive adhesive

2017-03-31

LOCTITE ABLESTIK ICP 3535M1 electrically conductive adhesive (ECA) from Henkel provides a robust alternative to solder for many applications, lowers component assembly stress, and facilitates lead-free interconnection for regulatory compliance.

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VW adds gesture control to new Golf

2017-05-01

In Volkswagen's Virtual Engineering Laboratory, designers use gesture control to modify concepts via augmented reality. Now, it can also be used by owners of the new Golf; claimed as a first in its segment,.

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Ford to make pursuit-rated HEV police car in 2018

2017-04-10

Ford's new Police Responder Hybrid is projected to deliver significant fuel-cost savings for police departments while maintaining rigorous-duty expectations.

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BMW lightens 7 Series, but bulks up on tech

2015-09-21

A "carbon core" structure anchors the company's technology-laden flagship that can self-park.

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Understanding the Importance of electrostatic discharge standards

2015-10-01

Practical application of automotive standards, circuits, and solutions can help circuit designers create robust, reliable designs.

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SsangYong takes on European challenge with Tivoli

2015-09-21

SsangYong is set on making meaningful inroads into the challenging European market, where aesthetics and engineering need to cohere convincingly to achieve real success. UK CEO Paul Williams describes it as a "challenger brand."

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Lubricants for cabin noise reduction

2015-08-28

Lubricant solutions from Klüber Lubrication reduce stick-slip and eliminate cabin noise generated by vibration and friction in automobile interiors.

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Time-of-flight cameras detect driver’s gestures, aid in autonomy

2014-09-04

Two major design trends, the push to provide more exotic human-machine interfaces and the march towards autonomous driving, are sparking interest in cameras not now used in vehicles. Time-of-flight cameras provide gesture recognition for HMIs and tell autonomous controllers whether drivers are watching the road with their hands on the wheel.

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Toyota ups funding for Collaborative Safety Research Center

2014-09-08

Additional $35 million will fund the company’s unique research center an additional five years, concentrating on a ‘safe transition’ to future of automated and connected vehicle technologies.

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New SAE International standards enhance ambulance safety

2014-08-27

With the recent publishing of four technical reports, SAE International now offers a series of recommended practices designed to enhance overall ambulance safety in several areas, including patient compartments and occupant restraint.