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A123 Systems is hot on 12-V Li-ion for microhybrids
2014-11-26
Lead-acid batteries have clear advantages in cost and low-temperature performance, but Li-ion has its own set of pluses.
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Quadrant photodiode
2014-11-25
The SXUVPS4 multi-element photo detector from Opto Diode has a 5 mm² active area in a quadrant configuration.
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Automaker group commits to privacy for vehicle personal data
2014-11-17
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Ford names new VP of environmental and safety engineering
2014-11-12
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SAE Eye on Engineering Quick Take: Ford Unveils Sync 3
2014-12-16
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SAE Eye on Engineering Quick Take: Honda pedestrian detection system
2014-11-12
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Mazda reveals 2016 Global MX-5 Cup racer at SEMA Show
2014-11-17
Mazda is developing the 2016 MX-5 as an affordable, turnkey, "ready-to-race" platform for global competition.
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Simulation software
2014-12-12
AVX updates SpiCalci simulation software, an engineering tool that calculates performance characteristics and parameters for switch mode power supply capacitors.
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Modeling and simulation platform
2014-11-17
The new release of MapleSim from Maplesoft makes it substantially easier to explore and validate designs, create and manage libraries of custom components, and use MapleSim models within the engineering toolchain.
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Frictionless engine seals
2015-10-29
Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies recently won its first major order for its new generation of automotive seals. The frictionless Levitex seals will go into an engine for a global platform in 2017.
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Castrol’s removable oil cell heralds 90-s oil changes, reduced friction and CO2
2015-10-27
The Nexcel oil cell is a removable one-piece engine oil tank and filter that integrates with the powertrain. But there is far more to it than that.
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Cadillac engineers a 'bi-modal' 200-mph CTS-V
2014-12-29
Packing a 640-hp supercharged LT4 V8 under its muscular, CFD-designed hood, Cadillac's new performance flagship strikes many developmental balances, said Chief Engineer Tony Roma.
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Tracking the trends in commercial vehicle communications
2015-10-19
Industry insiders at Molex take a look at what 2016 may hold for heavy-duty components in 24/7 communications systems.
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Blizzard conditions test FCA's 4WD and AWD vehicles
2015-08-11
A $2.5 million upgrade turns an existing climatic cell into one of the industry's most capable facilities for 4x4 and AWD vehicle development.
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Lifting 3D printing to new heights
2015-08-11
For a window into how 3D printing is revolutionizing manufacturing, look no further than the aerospace industry.
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Tenneco unveils emission-control solutions for Euro 6c
2015-09-30
Combining a DPF with an SCR catalyst into one device will enable the faster light-off times required by the more stringent new regs due in Sept. 2017.
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SAE Eye on Engineering Quick Take: Ford Ranger may return to US
2015-09-01
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Customizing, updating software gets easier
2015-08-31
Programmers are constantly finding new ways to make it simpler to alter software—whether they’re changing programs for a new vehicle or updating software in the field.
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Hot swap functionality for lithium ion solution
2015-10-05
Accutronics has created an off-the-shelf, modular battery system that draws energy from removable, sub 100 Wh Li-ion smart batteries and feeds them through a central controller.
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Concept car to production in six months fits 007’s timeline
2015-11-01
The usual gadgets and an extended chase scenes give the Aston Martin DB10 a major role in Spectre, the latest James Bond movie. “We used things like rapid prototyping and laser scanning, and we went directly from CAD to finished parts. Many components were machined, cut from solids so we did not have to wait for the creation of molds,” said Marek Reichman, Chief Creative Officer at Aston Martin.
