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Trade-off for convenience of voice control is driver distraction, study says

2014-10-09

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SAE Eye on Engineering Quick Take: 2015 F-150 first drive

2014-10-09

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Schaeffler electrifies its fuel-efficiency demonstrator, aims for 35 mpg combined rating

2014-10-08

Schaeffler Group engineers are targeting an 11-mpg gain in combined city/highway fuel efficiency on its Ford Escape fuel-efficiency demonstrator, using 48-V electrification and a novel engine-accessory drive system.

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WABCO introduces new compressors

2014-10-08

Among the new products WABCO displayed at the IAA Hanover CV Show was an electrically driven compressor for heavy duty air-braking systems and a new energy saving engine driven compressor.

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Chrysler makes personnel moves

2014-10-08

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Q80 Inspiration concept previews future top-range Infiniti, new engine family

2014-10-08

Continuing with design themes established with last year’s Q30 concept, the Infiniti Q80 Inspiration hybrid concept that debuted at the 2014 Paris Motor Show also showcases what’s on the horizon from the luxury brand in the powertrain and connectivity realms.

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Renault applies model-based systems engineering to dual-clutch transmission

2014-10-08

The model-based systems engineering approach allows Renault to evaluate, throughout the development phases, the key attributes of the complete vehicle including the engine, transmission, actuators, and chassis.

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Broader data sharing for connected transportation will require widespread collaboration

2014-10-08

As populations in sprawling urban areas rise, commuting will become a bigger challenge. Connected cars are likely to leverage connectivity to help commuters reach destinations using different modes of transportation, further driving development teams to collaborate more extensively within their companies and with outsiders from many fields.

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Toyota reveals new platform, hybrid powertrain in C-HR concept

2014-10-07

The crossover concept is an important vehicle for Toyota, demonstrating the Japanese automaker's desire for more "engaging" design—a key attribute particularly in the highly competitive European C-segment market.

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VW’s carbon-fiber XL Sport concept sports Ducati V2 motorcycle engine

2014-10-07

Revealed at the 2014 Paris Motor Show, the concept is based on the XL1 but gets performance touches such as the powerful Ducati V2 engine and a racing-inspired chassis.

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Dassault Systèmes and AKKA partner on driverless-vehicle technology (video)

2014-10-06

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MAN launches heavy-duty truck diesel engine

2014-10-06

MAN gave the first public showing of its new flagship truck engine at the recent IAA Hanover CV Show. The engine, identified by its code number D3876, is an in-line six-cylinder diesel displacing 15.2 L. It will replace the D2868 16.2-L V8 as MAN’s largest-capacity truck diesel engine.

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SAE Eye on Engineering Quick Take: GM's new "middie" pickups

2014-10-06

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Sikorsky’s all-new Raider helicopter prototype is ready to fly

2014-10-03

Based on the rotor coaxial design used in Sikorsky’s X2 technology demonstrator, the S-97 features next-generation technologies in a multi-mission configuration (armed aerial scout or light assault).

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Graphene composites for cars

2014-10-03

Polymer composites reinforced with the "wonder material" graphene could cut structural weight by a third or more, researchers claim.

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Researchers develop multiphysics model for electro-thermal analysis of UAV

2014-10-03

Since the UAV is completely electrically powered, the analysis of the energy management of the integrated electrical system was critical to the development of the UAV.

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Komatsu America puts the HM300-5 articulated dump truck out there

2014-10-02

Featuring a net 324 hp (242 kW) diesel engine, the HM300-5 is powered by a Komatsu SAA6D125E-7 engine that is EPA Tier 4 Final emissions certified.

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dSPACE supplying in-lab GPS simulation system to DOT/NHTSA

2014-10-02

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SAE offers free summary document on levels of vehicle automation

2014-10-02

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Airbus has its eye on the future of cleaner flight

2014-10-02

With its European base and global presence, it would only make sense that Airbus would take a leading role in the EU’s CleanSky 2, a joint technology initiative that is the follow-up to the CleanSky aerospace research program.