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Danfoss introduces robust telematics platform

2015-01-06

Danfoss engineers have drawn on more than 30 years of experience in electronics and applications know-how to develop Danfoss Telematics Solutions, an easy-to-integrate telematics platform for either new off-highway equipment or existing fleet retrofits.

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Toyota announces access to fuel-cell patents at CES

2015-01-06

Toyota announced at CES that it will grant royalty-free use of all 5680 of its solely owned fuel-cell patents, including those pending from development of the first hydrogen fuel-cell production vehicle, the Toyota Mirai.

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Mercedes-Benz debuts 'car of the future' at CES

2015-01-06

Designed around the future luxuries of space, time, and privacy, the Mercedes-Benz F 015 “Luxury in Motion” concept car had its world premiere Monday night at the 2015 International CES.

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SAE Eye on Engineering Quick Take: GM's streaming video mirror for 2016

2015-01-05

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SAE committee busy developing standards to confront the cybersecurity threat

2015-01-05

The group will classify attack methods, propose preventative strategies, define levels of security by criticality of system type, and identify architecture-level strategies for mitigating attacks.

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Brunel pursues ultrasound for ‘greener’ production of aluminum alloys

2015-01-05

Treating molten metal with ultrasound is cleaner and more efficient than using argon rotary degassing to produce high-quality castings, according to scientists at Brunel University London. Cost reduction is another benefit, demonstrated in the research team's pilot-scale trials.

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3M, GM collaborate on aftermarket adhesive for multi-material structures

2015-01-05

Current products from 3M can be used to repair aluminum- and carbon fiber-intensive vehicles, but the company is working with OEMs such as General Motors to develop optimized solutions for multi-material structural applications.

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Deere Tier 4 Final construction-class dozers feature new electrohydraulic system

2015-01-02

John Deere says its 750K and 850K crawler dozers meet Tier 4 Final emissions standards while offering higher productivity, increased uptime, and lower daily operating costs in earthmoving, waste, and grading applications.

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NASA testing under way of shape-changing aircraft flap

2015-01-02

Flight testing is being conducted at NASA's Armstrong Flight Research Center in Edwards, CA, to determine whether flexible trailing-edge wing flaps are a viable approach to improve aerodynamic efficiency and reduce noise generated during takeoffs and landings.

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QinetiQ develops new baffle for dark matter observation by Euclid space telescope

2014-12-31

Engineers designed a unique aluminum round structure capable of resisting temperatures as low as -200˚C and weighing less than 60 kg.

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NASA selects commercial space partners for collaborative partnerships

2014-12-31

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Collaborative research project leads to potentially swarming VTOL UAVs

2014-12-31

Gaining advanced knowledge in propulsion, turbomachinery, and lightweighting contributed to the successful conclusion of the German research project AVIGLE.

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Study weighs in on emissions from composite aircraft

2014-12-30

With air traffic expected to increase four-fold between now and 2050, a global fleet of composite planes could help reduce carbon emissions by up to 15%, a value researchers say roughly corresponds to current emissions levels.

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Cadillac engineers a 'bi-modal' 200-mph CTS-V

2014-12-29

Packing a 640-hp supercharged LT4 V8 under its muscular, CFD-designed hood, Cadillac's new performance flagship strikes many developmental balances, said Chief Engineer Tony Roma.

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SAE Eye on Engineering: Tall Roof Van Revolution

2014-12-29

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Mercedes-Benz melds SUV and coupe styling for GLE Coupe

2014-12-29

When is an SUV not and SUV? When it’s the new Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupe, a sportier version of the GLE, formerly M-Class.

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Attacking GDI engine particulate emissions

2014-12-23

The potential impact to public health from GDI engine particulates is driving new developments in fuel delivery, controls, and combustion strategies.

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See-through A-pillars, ghost navigation, and Discovery Sport extreme testing

2014-12-23

Tackling whiteout blizzard conditions, Jaguar Land Rover shows the way ahead.

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Growing interest in bio-based material parts

2014-12-23

Plastic composite parts outnumber bio-based material vehicle applications, but "green" projects are making inroads by overcoming various hurdles.

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Triaxial angular rate sensor

2014-12-22

The ARS3 PRO triaxial angular rate sensor from DTS (Diversified Technical Systems, Inc.) permits measuring the durability of a lever or capturing driveshaft speed in a manufacturing machine without the need for a slip-ring.