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2017 Audi Q2 design inspired by American football
2016-03-06
At the 2016 Geneva Show Audi unveiled the Q2, the smallest in the company’s Q series SUVs to date. It's based on VW Group's MQB architecture.
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Image recognition processor
2016-03-04
The TMPV7602XBG image recognition processor from Toshiba America Electronic Components is suitable for monocular cameras used in advanced driver assistance systems and will help designers implement ADAS applications using a cost-optimized camera system with a small form factor.
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Position-control torque arm system
2016-03-04
A position-control torque arm system from Mountz improves and automates the fastening process while reducing manufacturing costs.
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Impairment noise generator
2016-03-04
A solution from Spirent Communications will help reduce the development time and cost of automotive Ethernet/BroadR-Reach systems.
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Miniature relief valve
2016-03-04
The Lee Company’s miniature, poppet-style pressure relief valve provides a faster opening rate and more stable flow than typical ball-style relief valves.
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LED work lighting
2016-03-04
Grote’s BriteZone line of LED work lamps is a price-conscious option for high-quality work lighting.
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Integrated open development platform
2016-03-04
The Integrated and Open Development Platform from AVL features the first integration product, Model.CONNECT.
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Development kit for gesture recognition
2016-03-04
Microchip Technology has introduced a development kit for integrated 2D projective capacitive touch and 3D gesture recognition on displays.
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Arctic Cat debuts purpose-built 'snow bike' in 2017 model line
2016-03-03
The company’s recently unveiled snowmobile lineup for the 2017 model year includes an OEM industry first: the all-new SVX 450 purpose-built, single-ski snow bike. Other highlights include what Arctic Cat claims is the industry’s most powerful turbo engine at 180 hp (134 kW).
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New Komatsu wheel loader with Tier 4F engine consumes 13% less fuel
2016-03-03
Equipped with an EPA Tier 4 Final certified engine, the new WA600-8 wheel loader from Komatsu combines an enhanced lockup torque converter function and SmartLoader logic to achieve low fuel consumption and high travel speeds.
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Advanced materials for catalysts
2016-03-03
SDCmaterials will partner with Car Sound and supply the company with Nano-on-Nano material for its catalytic converters, using substantially less precious metal.
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SAE Eye on Engineering Quick Take: ZF Active Kinematic Steering
2016-03-02
Vehicles that use all four wheels to steer are more agile, easier to park, and safer to drive. In this episode of SAE Eye on Engineering, Editor-in-Chief Lindsay Brooke tests a new prototype four-wheel steering system from supplier ZF-TRW.
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Bidirectional ESD protection diodes
2016-03-01
New Vishay Intertechnology bidirectional single-line ESD protection diodes in the compact SOD-323 package save board space in automotive applications.
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Stricter Stage V regs pose challenges
2016-03-01
With the European Commission announcing a Stage V criteria emissions regulation for off-highway, scheduled to phase-in as early as 2019, engine developers must adapt.
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Long-range Air Force strategies include new B-21 long-range bomber
2016-03-01
Other technologies and “building blocks” above and beyond the new stealth bomber the USAF is looking to harvest include autonomous learning systems, human-machine collaboration, and smart weapons
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IGBT module
2016-03-01
Fuji Electric has introduced its 7th generation IGBT (insulated-gate bipolar transistor) modules which offer an increased current rating for reduced package sizes and improved power cycling capability for enhanced reliability.
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Design validation for harsh off-highway conditions
2016-03-01
The growing role of electronics and software is altering the design process, requiring a greater focus on validation and verification, particularly to meet the stringent demands of off-highway environments.
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EPA's 2021 A/C refrigerant rules accelerate R-1234yf changeover
2016-02-29
Ford begins its switch in April. GM expects most models to have R-1234yf by late 2016. And Mercedes is fitting an onboard fire-suppression system to allay engineers' fears of potential fire danger.
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GKN puts electric-drive TV system for 2019 on ice
2016-02-29
GKN Driveline's prototype electric torque vectoring driveline can be tuned to provide sportier vehicle dynamics, stabilizing the car and reducing ESP intrusion. It is aimed at 2019 production.
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SAE standards point way to service of R-1234yf systems
2016-02-29
Three SAE standards are to be incorporated in EPA regulations, including refrigerant identification, built-in or via USB on hand-held units, incorporated in requirements for recovery/recycle/recharge equipment. There's also a standard for testing internal heat exchangers in development.
