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Active noise control

2015-03-05

Mentor Automotive's XSe ANC (active noise control) technology is a high-performance noise cancellation solution offering an enhanced audio experience in the vehicle. By carefully placing microphones and accelerometers inside the vehicle, synthesized signals from ANC generate anti-noise to create “quiet zones” for both driver and passenger.

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New technology for exhausting jobs

2015-03-13

Andy Pontius, Chief Technologist for Faurecia Emissions Control Technologies in North America, talks about even lighter-weight exhaust systems and meeting future powertrain-systems expectations.

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Aerojet Rocketdyne gets a boost from additive manufactured components

2015-03-24

Aerojet Rocketdyne recently completed a series of hot-fire tests of additive manufactured components for its AR1 booster engine at its Sacramento test facility.

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Dana reveals 'dual-range disconnect' 6x4-6x2 tandem concept

2015-04-07

The new Spicer AdvanTEK tandem axle concept is optimized for trucks that implement engine “downspeeding,” combining the traction offered by a 6x4 configuration with the reduced drivetrain losses of a 6x2.

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Automatic collision avoidance added to inspection software

2015-02-25

Delcam’s 2015 version of its PowerINSPECT inspection system includes automatic collision avoidance, faster import of large CAD files, quicker preparation of longer inspection reports, and improved display of results from point-cloud data, plus many other customer-requested enhancements.

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NFC looks to score big in cars

2015-03-06

Near field communication appears poised to expand beyond cell phones to automotive applications. Chipmakers are unveiling devices that will form the basis of systems that will help pair phones, personalize settings and unlock doors.

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China luxury market requirements drive new Lincoln Continental design, engineering

2015-03-30

The car will enter production in 2016, likely as a 2017 model. It's underpinned by Ford's flexible vehicle architecture and features an array of Lincoln-exclusive technology features. A concept is being unveiled at the 2015 New York International Auto Show this week.

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Diesel turns up the volume in the U.S.

2015-03-27

Sales of diesel-powered light vehicles are up 70% and the latest engines are cleaner than ever. But the diesel industry still faces significant headwinds to greater penetration.

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Aston Martin concept is part crossover, part GT

2015-03-17

The all-wheel-drive, DBX electric four-seater is an attempt to reach out to a broader, younger, and female buying sector than its current range does.

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Lightweight steel is stronger than titanium

2015-03-11

Novel aluminum-rich steel alloy could find structural use in road vehicles and even aircraft.

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Kia reveals Sportpace concept, three-cylinder

2015-03-17

At the 2015 Geneva Motor Show, the company showed a four-door, four-seater that previews the estate version of Kia’s Optima sedan, an all-new 1.0-L turbo gasoline direct injection Kappa engine, and an in-house developed seven-speed DCT.

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Additive-manufacturing alloys

2015-04-01

NanoSteel expands its additive manufacturing material capabilities to support metal 3D printing of complex high hardness parts.

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SAE Eye on Engineering Quick Take: Dutch treat on hybrids

2015-03-16

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Fan controller family

2015-03-27

High Country Tek expands its range of variable speed on- and off-road fan controllers with the EMC and EMC-6.

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Shield terminators

2015-03-30

SolderSleeve shield-grounding terminators from TE Connectivity provide an environmentally sealed, insulated, encapsulated solder connection.

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Cabin key to Komatsu America's new T4F hydraulic excavator

2015-03-25

With net power of 257 hp. (192 kW), Komatsu America's PC390LC-11 hydraulic excavator is powered by a Komatsu Tier 4 Final SAA6D114E-6 engine.

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Rotary position sensor

2015-03-27

Bourns’ AMS22U analog rotary position sensor is a non-contacting single-turn rotary sensor with dual ball bearings

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Cybersecurity, safety issues require government/industry cooperation

2015-03-02

U.S. Secretary of Transportation Anthony Foxx discussed a wide range of technology and safety issues following his SAE Government/Industry Meeting keynote speech, including cybersecurity, autonomous vehicles, and international harmonization of safety standards.

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AFRL, ThermAvant collaborate on technologies to help electronics stay cool

2015-01-08

The Air Force Research Laboratory and ThermAvant Technologies are developing technologies that they expect will enable successful use of high-power processors that operate on satellites.

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The quest for the self-cleaning car

2015-04-01

New water-rejecting coating explored by chemists at University College London and other universities makes for tough self-cleaning surfaces that might work on motor vehicles.