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SAE Eye on Engineering Quick Take: LA Auto Show Report
2014-11-25
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Allison Transmission expands electrification to accessory systems
2014-11-25
Allison Transmission is offering a new option to fully electrify components used with its H 40/50 EP hybrid propulsion system for transit buses and coaches. Co-developed with Vanner Inc., Increased Accessory Power II provides power from the hybrid system to accessories such as electric air conditioning, electric air compressors, and power steering systems.
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Micro machining center
2014-11-25
The YASDA YMC 430 Ver. II micro machining center from Methods Machine Tools, Inc. is suitable for the ultra-precise manufacturing and high surface finishes required on small, complex features in components and dies or molds.
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Simulation software
2014-11-25
AVX has released a new version of its SpiCalci simulation software, an engineering tool that calculates performance characteristics and parameters for its switch mode power supply capacitors.
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Kia stiffens Sedona body for improved safety and driving dynamics (video)
2014-11-24
Kia says it calls the completely redesigned MY2015 offering a multipurpose vehicle, rather than a minivan, “because there’s nothing mini in here.”
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High-current chokes for 48-v systems
2014-11-24
TDK Corp.’s BCEM series of EPCOS high-current chokes are designed specifically for buck-boost converters in 48-v automotive power systems.
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SEMA moves powertrain parts certification program to forefront
2014-11-24
SEMA develops step-by-step system in conjunction with California Air Resources Board to help participating members comply with emissions regulations. Clemson University I-CAR is an active participant, providing laboratory facilities for analysis to aid SEMA members who are aftermarket manufacturers.
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GM shuffles personnel to improve customer satisfaction
2014-11-21
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Bridgestone begins U.S. production of earthmoving tires
2014-11-20
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TRW stockholders give nod to acquisition by ZF
2014-11-20
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Integrated automotive gateway can enable connected cars
2014-11-19
Technology developed by Tech Mahindra for vehicle-to-infrastructure and vehicle-to-vehicle communication provides a blueprint for creating a gateway that will help achieve seamless V2X mobility.
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Big changes, and challenges, ahead for automotive industry (video)
2014-11-19
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2015 GT350 Mustang aimed at track-day dominance
2014-11-19
The new Shelby Mustang's street-vs-track development ratio was more biased toward the track than the majority of cars from Ford Performance Enginering—even versus the GT500.
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SAE Eye on Engineering Quick Take: Historic Vehicles Standards
2014-11-18
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Can Toyota’s Mirai be the next Prius?
2014-11-18
Market success of the new fuel-cell sedan depends to a large extent on steady installation of hydrogen fueling stations worldwide.
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Magnetic field lines made visible in 3-D and real time
2014-11-18
Scientists at Fraunhofer have developed a high-resolution magnetic line camera to measure magnetic fields in real time, which is particularly useful for quality assurance during the manufacture of magnets.
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2015 F-150 aluminum body creates challenge for auto body shops
2014-11-18
"Craft shop" approach of low-volume, all-aluminum, high-end makes is too restrictive for America's best-selling vehicle. SEMA Show training classes by I-CAR demonstrate special techniques necessary and the learning curve for mainstream body shop technicians.
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Flat-plane crankshaft spins 'Voodoo' into Ford’s new Shelby V8
2014-11-18
Ford's choice of crankshaft type for the new 5.2-L high-performance V8 gives the new GT350 a thrilling and unique exhaust tone—but was nearly killed due to severe NVH issues.
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Remanufacturing cited as recycling alternative to materials separation and re-use
2014-11-18
Potential exists for more efficient re-use of rare earth elements, Purdue professor asserts. Regardless of choice, original component design should be engineered for dismantling to enhance end-of-life recovery, he tells Automotive Aftermarket Industry Week forum in Las Vegas.
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Automaker group commits to privacy for vehicle personal data
2014-11-17
