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CAD toolbox
2015-12-17
Maplesoft has released the MapleSim CAD Toolbox, which allows CAD models to be easily imported into MapleSim for system-level modeling of mechanical designs.
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How Land Rover took the lid off the Evoque
2015-12-17
When Land Rover decided to create a convertible version of the Range Rover Evoque Coupe, it was a serious challenge for the company’s designers and engineers.
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Ford pumps $4.5B into electrifying 40% of its global product line by 2020
2015-12-17
Ford Motor Co. significantly accelerates its electrified vehicle development, aimed at making 40% of the company’s global vehicles hybrids, plug-in hybrids (PHEVs), and battery-electrics by 2020.
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SAE Eye on Engineering Quick Take: New 5-Star Safety Ratings coming
2015-12-17
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China’s new “automotive dragons” Faraday and Baidu target EV, autonomous leadership
2015-12-16
Two upstart Chinese companies with big automotive ambitions are grabbing headlines as they lure top engineering and product-development talent— and prepare to unveil potentially disrupting new products and technology strategies.
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SAE security guideline set to provide structure for connected vehicles
2015-12-16
Connectivity opens vehicle systems to the dark side of the Internet, forcing automakers to quickly develop strategies to ensure that they don’t join the litany of corporations hit by hack attacks. SAE is nearing the release of the J3061 best practices document that will help OEMs create structured programs that provide protection that will remain effective throughout vehicle lifetimes.
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Porsche and Bentley plan electric future
2015-12-16
Porsche announced it will build the electric Mission E concept, and with Bentley, is now positioned to share advanced technologies. Each brand is heading for pure electric-production models, each targeting 500-km range, huge acceleration capability, and 15-20 minute 800V battery charging times.
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Secondary loop and heat pump climate control under evaluation once more
2015-12-09
Secondary loop system shows promise for areas with long A/C cooling seasons, by providing thermal storage for idle stop and on acceleration. Reversible heat pump also fits into picture with higher heating efficiency for EVs.
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SAE Eye on Engineering Quick Take: Adding noise to electric cars
2015-12-08
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Caterpillar's D6N dozer uses technology to improve efficiency, productivity
2015-12-08
Fuel-efficiency gains result primarily from the D6N's new transmission with a lock-up clutch torque converter that seamlessly selects the drive mode best suited to the application.
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Cessna enters new class of business jet with clean sheet, 4500-nmi aircraft
2015-12-04
The Longitude and Hemisphere will join the Citation Latitude to complete a new, large-cabin, three-aircraft Citation family.
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Citroën plans to go boldly on new suspension system
2015-12-04
Citroën is developing a new suspension that will replace its hydraulic system. The French OEM known for its engineering creativity and quirky models may re-enter the North American market, says its CEO.
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GM Powertrain gets more proactive with CAE
2015-12-04
Using CAE simulation tools early and often, hardware prototyping is slashed and complexity contained while developing the next generation of powertrains.
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Renesas increases its focus on platforms
2015-12-04
Electronics and software complexity is ratcheting up as autonomy, connectivity, and increased comfort and convenience features move forward. Renesas Electronics America is responding with a platforms approach aimed at simplifying systems development efforts.
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GT350 Mustang features novel composite structural component
2015-12-04
A lightweight composite material shaped by a unique assembly technique forms a grille opening reinforcement designed specifically for the high-performance 2016 Ford Shelby GT350 Mustang.
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Aerion progresses on the AS2 with help from Airbus, and announces first fleet customer
2015-12-03
More North American-based Airbus Group, Inc. resources made available to bring Aerion's supersonic AS2 to market.
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Cyber security requires preparedness
2015-12-03
Experts in the cyber security field emphasized the need for the automotive supply chain to be prepared for hacks during a recent panel discussion.
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SAE Eye on Engineering Quick Take: Compact SUV boom
2015-12-03
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Surface Generation speeds composites throughput with one-shot stamp-forming process
2015-12-03
The U.K.-based supplier is working with research group WMG and AGC AeroComposites to develop new composite press-forming processes for automotive and aerospace manufacturers. Patented technology makes it possible to achieve one-minute Takt times for thermoplastic components.
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Low-friction techniques push advanced city-car project toward 84-mpg target
2015-12-02
The cloak of confidentiality has been partially lifted on the T25M project, under development by Shell Lubricants, Gordon Murray Design, and Geo Technology.
