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Cylinder bore surface testing

2014-03-10

NanoFocus’ μsurf cylinder tool, which will be displayed at the SAE 2014 World Congress April 8-10 in Detroit, provides a nondestructive technique for high-resolution 3-D measurements of the inside of cylinder bores and liners.

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Polypropylene rigid honeycomb board

2014-03-10

Stinger polypropylene rigid honeycomb-cored structural sheet from Coroplast will be displayed at SAE 2014 World Congress April 8-10 in Detroit.

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Soft magnetic material

2014-03-10

FINEMET by Hitachi Metals is claimed to be the first nanocrystalline soft magnetic material to be developed.

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Kia pushes energy-density frontier with Soul EV battery

2014-03-09

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Automotive venting solutions

2014-03-07

Donaldson’s Automotive Venting Solutions, which offer a variety of materials and configurations to meet the needs of automotive system suppliers, will be displayed at the SAE 2014 World Congress April 8-10 in Detroit.

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Urban concept vehicle

2014-03-07

The ishare urban concept vehicle by Applus IDIADA is designed as a demonstrator of the company’s vehicle-development capabilities.

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Ford moving some truck assembly from Mexico to U.S.

2014-03-07

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Batteries that don’t burn

2014-03-07

Potential lithium-ion battery electrolyte replacement being researched at the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill is non-flammable.

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Next steps for fuel cell technology

2014-03-07

Systems costs are coming down while fueling infrastructure is going up in key regions. But is fuel cell technology ready to provide a truly viable alternative to advanced ICEs and hybrids?

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Functional rapid prototype parts

2014-03-07

Most rapid prototype parts are brittle or turn limp in warm water, and can only take engineers so far during development. Synergeering Group has developed a way for rapid prototype parts to be functional—on a running engine.

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New SAE book on engine emissions and testing equipment

2014-03-07

Targeted at the technical user, this book covers the increasingly critical topic of measuring particulate emissions among many other vital subjects.

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Elastomeric static seal

2014-03-07

Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies offers a new elastomeric static seal as part of a global effort from its gaskets division.

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Integrated and Open Development Platform (IODP)

2014-03-06

AVL's Integrated and Open Development Platform highlighted at the SAE 2014 World Congress April 8-10 in Detroit.

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V2X communications face many challenges before deployment

2014-03-06

Mainstream media outlets heavily touted vehicle-to-vehicle/-infrastructure (referred to as V2X) communications after a recent NHTSA endorsement. Often overlooked are technical challenges that still must be overcome before V2X can make any real impact.

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Porsche ties sportscar label to its new Macan SUV

2014-03-06

The VW brand cascades its sportscar technology into the SUV to create a new vehicle sub-species.

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Delphi and Westport team on next-gen injectors for natural gas engines

2014-03-05

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Book explores use of aerodynamics in cars, trucks, trains

2014-03-05

SAE International’s “Theory and Applications of Aerodynamics for Ground Vehicles” provides an introduction to ground vehicle aerodynamics and methodically guides the reader through the various aspects of the subject.

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Supplier makes the case for stamped-aluminum electronic-module case

2014-03-05

Stamped aluminum is shown to offer advantages in weight and cost over die-casting.

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GM’s Nitz gets new dual role of EV and Transmission Engineering director

2014-03-05

Formerly chief of hybrid and electric powertrain engineering, Nitz is now Executive Director, Global Transmissions and Electrification. His new role reflects the evolution of automotive transmission systems as their mechanical and electrical functionality converges.

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First Italy-built Jeep has GM platform roots

2014-03-04

The all-new 2015 Jeep Renegade uses Fiat's Small-Wide 4x4 architecture co-developed with Opel years ago. The vehicle will be sold in over 100 global markets with a variety of engines, transmissions, and drivelines. It also features a clever new roof system.