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New Continental unit to focus on ITS
2014-08-19
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SAE releases Mobility Engineering Professional Salary Study
2014-08-18
SAE International released its annual mobility engineering professional salary study, which is available online.
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New axial-piston engine aimed at range extenders, military applications
2014-08-18
Co-developed with Mahle, the proof-of-concept engine is compact, smooth-running, and can tolerate compression ratios up to 14:1.
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Volvo, ABB partner on fast-charging electric buses
2014-08-18
Volvo Bus and Swiss technology group ABB are collaborating to develop and commercialize hybrid- and full-electric buses that employ “open standards-based” dc fast-charging systems. Buses will be charged quickly through an automatic roof-top connection system at bus stops, or through cabled charging systems overnight.
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Putting lightweighting to the test
2014-08-18
Material laws and orientation information are coupled in a single finite element analysis to predict the performance of the hybrid composite beam under a dynamic three point bending load.
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The science of eliminating EV “whine cellars”
2014-08-18
There is no excuse for gear noise in any electrified vehicle drivetrain, asserts an expert in driveline NVH. The solution is in a systems approach and thorough root-cause analysis at the design stage. (For more detailed images, click on the arrow at the upper right corner of this box.)
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USB load cells
2014-08-18
LC411-USBH low-profile compression load cells from Omega enable 1000 readings per second and feature a USB output to connect directly to a computer.
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Stable photodiode
2014-08-15
Opto Diode’s SXUV Ø2.5 mm photodiode features a circular active area and provides excellent stability after extreme ultraviolet conditions.
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Extended temperature crystals
2014-08-15
Fox Electronics offers two popular crystal lines as standard stock in the extended temperature range of -40 to +85°C, with a total of five packages and 14 different frequencies.
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Camera to SWIR imaging
2014-08-15
A clip-on system from UTC Aerospace Systems converts a camera to a day/night short wave infrared (SWIR) imaging system.
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Aluminum laser-welded blanks
2014-08-15
Shiloh Industries claims to offer the industry’s lightest aluminum door blank for mass production without compromising part integrity or formability, allowing automakers to further reduce mass compared to existing methods.
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Ashok Leyland develops bimetal brake drum to improve heat dissipation, reduce weight
2014-08-15
To achieve weight savings in vehicles, OEMs and component suppliers are increasingly using ultra-high-strength steel, aluminum, magnesium, plastics, and composites. One strategy is to develop components using a multi-material concept. Ashok Leyland researchers used this approach when developing a bimetal brake drum with cast-iron inner ring and aluminum outer shell.
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Germanium meniscus lenses
2014-08-15
Edmund Optics’ TECHSPEC Germanium meniscus lenses feature a durable design that is ideal for use in a variety of demanding IR applications, including IR imaging or surveillance, remote sensing, and IR spectroscopy.
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Big performance in small packages
2014-08-15
By regulating light-duty engine variable speed fans based on heat rejection demands and ambient temperature, consistent power savings over the entire operating spectrum can be achieved.
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Brothers win Eaton's top innovation awards for advanced technologies
2014-08-14
A pair of brothers, who are both employees at Eaton and SAE International members, have each won Eaton’s “Gamechanger” Award—the company’s highest recognition for employees who drive breakthrough results—for their work on different advanced technologies that enable significant fuel savings benefits.
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New materials for power electronics key in lowering cost of plug-ins
2014-08-13
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Yokohama’s take on commercial tire trends
2014-08-13
Rick Phillips, Senior Director, Commercial and OTR Sales, for Yokohama Tire Corp., provides his thoughts on the company's first U.S. commercial tire plant, scheduled to open in October 2015, as well as what the market can expect in the coming years.
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Three-channel portable data acquisition system
2014-08-13
Model 3340 G-Logger three-channel, portable data acquisition system from Silicon Designs, Inc. (SDI) offers powerful Fast Fourier Transform (FFT) analysis and display, as well as real-time acceleration and GPS data collection and viewing, all within the same compact package.
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Climate control engineers face new CAFE test
2014-08-12
AC17 test reporting begins in 2015. Initially it "gifts" applicable CAFE A/C efficiency credits, but leads to mandatory use. Industry also looks to reduce A/C-induced EV range loss from solar loading using films, glass, pre-ventilation.
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Formulating a winning motor oil
2014-08-12
Paul Bastien, Senior Research Engineer and Product Development Specialist for Shell Global Solutions (U.S.) Inc., is part of a team of scientists and technicians responsible for passenger car motor oil development as well as providing engine and gear oil formulations and technical support to motorsports.
