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Mercedes-Benz Future Truck 2025 demonstrates autonomous technology

2014-08-01

Given the worldwide desire to reduce road accident fatalities, it seems likely that the first applications of autonomous driving technologies will appear on heavy commercial vehicles. Daimler recently demonstrated how it could develop such technologies in its Mercedes-Benz Future Truck 2025 study, which will make its global debut at the IAA International Commercial Vehicle Show at Hanover in September.

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Brushed motor pre-driver IC

2014-08-01

The TB9052FNG motor pre-driver integrated circuit (IC) from Toshiba America Electronic Components, Inc. (TAEC) was developed for safety-critical automotive applications such as electric power steering (EPS) and other systems compliant with Automotive Safety Integrity Level D (ASIL D).

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Cetim, Momentive develop composite crashbox concept

2014-08-01

Researchers aim to develop a composite crashbox suitable for 1000 parts/day production at low cost and adapted to current mass-market vehicle design. Various matrixes, preform types, and manufacturing processes have been evaluated by axial and 15° off-axis crash tests. Solutions for short-term development are proposed, with 66% weight reduction compared to current steel parts, and an estimated price of less than €5 per saved kg.

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Next-generation LED drivers for front, rear lights

2014-08-01

Texas Instruments offers the automotive industry’s first two-channel switching LED driver for front lights and the only linear LED driver with single short LED detection for rear lights, according to the company.

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Tesla and Panasonic expand cooperation on battery cells

2014-07-31

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Next-generation infotainment system envisioned by Mitsubishi Electric

2014-07-31

A demonstration vehicle uses Ethernet as the audio-bridging architecture to enable any media on any screen.

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Cybersecurity gets input from students, others

2014-07-31

Finding ways to prevent cyber attacks on vehicles has the attention of the global automotive industry as well as a few high school and college students.

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Volkswagen's new Euro Passat switches to MQB matrix

2014-07-30

The eighth-generation model demonstrates further melding of computer and car technologies in a high volume product.

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New effort launched for better vehicle-to-grid integration

2014-07-30

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Cornell wins Iron Team award as Baja SAE series concludes (video)

2014-07-29

The Baja SAE series concluded in Illinois in June, with Cornell capturing first place at that event and also winning the Baja SAE season's Iron Team Award for top aggregate score across the three regional competitions.

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ZF Friedrichshafen AG expands China, Asia-Pacific headquarters

2014-07-29

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JLR's all-new 2015 modular engines feature roller-bearing cams, balance shaft

2014-07-29

Jaguar Land Rover (JLR)'s all-new Ingenium modular, turbocharged gasoline and diesel engine range targets significant internal friction reduction by using rolling-element bearings to support camshafts and balance shafts.

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Using CAE to assess whining noise of electric powertrains

2014-07-29

To develop an electric powertrain with a minimum noise level and minimized whining it is necessary to have accurate CAE simulation and precise criteria to assess whining noise.

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Strut integrated isolator

2014-07-29

For fuselage-mounted equipment, ITT’s strut integrated isolator technology incorporates a fail-safe elastomeric cartridge directly in a strut, eliminating the need for separate elastomeric mounts.

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Construction equipment benefits from advanced electromagnetic design tool

2014-07-28

When Ricardo first started development of magnetically coupled kinetic energy storage devices, it looked at a number of electromagnetic simulators on the market to help shorten design-to-manufacture times.

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Deere upgrades excavators with Tier 4 Final engines

2014-07-28

Three G-Series excavator models—250G LC, 350G LC, and 380G LC—now meet the strictest emissions standards while offering higher productivity and uptime, and lower operating costs.

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No shortcuts for verifying, validating aerospace system designs

2014-07-28

Verifying the integrity of designs and ensuring that everything meets the original requirements is an important step in the design of products that meet safety requirements. As systems become more complex, it’s becoming more difficult to find all potential problems.

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Multi-screen infotainment system for multiple content streams

2014-07-27

FLEXConnect audio-video bridging system from Mitsubishi Electric Automotive America, Inc. is a next-generation in-vehicle infotainment system that provides flexibility for multiple displays and multiple content streams, allowing passengers to enjoy individual entertainment preferences.

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2015 Ford Edge boasts new 2.0-L EcoBoost engine

2014-07-25

The new model debuts a new 245-hp four-cylinder engine that enables it to tow 3500 lb.

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Lockheed Martin to open space technology office in U.K.

2014-07-25