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EOS and MTU advance quality measures for metal-based additive manufacturing

2015-02-10

EOS and MTU Aero Engines are cooperating to apply new quality-assurance technology to direct metal laser sintering. The strategic partnership is expected to help advance EOS’ existing control and monitoring processes and further promote product quality in AM series production.

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Honda introduces 'industry first' intelligent adaptive cruise control

2015-01-27

The system can anticipate, by up to five seconds, the likelihood of a vehicle ahead "cutting-in" and endangering another.

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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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SanDisk targets infotainment with automotive-grade flash

2015-02-25

Conventional vehicle radios are morphing into increasingly powerful infotainment systems, prompting a need for storage to hold apps, navigation, and other data. Flash storage supplier SanDisk is beefing up its automotive portfolio with automotive grade chips and memory cards to satisfy that need.

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SAE Eye on Engineering Quick Take: Overhauling Lincoln

2014-11-17

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SEMA moves powertrain parts certification program to forefront

2014-11-24

SEMA develops step-by-step system in conjunction with California Air Resources Board to help participating members comply with emissions regulations. Clemson University I-CAR is an active participant, providing laboratory facilities for analysis to aid SEMA members who are aftermarket manufacturers.

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Growing interest in bio-based material parts

2014-12-23

Plastic composite parts outnumber bio-based material vehicle applications, but "green" projects are making inroads by overcoming various hurdles.

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Pressure switch

2014-12-15

Gems Sensors & Controls’ Model PS61P subminiature pressure switch offers reliable medium-to-high pressure monitoring in space-constrained applications.

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Toyota seeks industry joint effort to solve Takata airbag issue

2014-12-02

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Federal-Mogul develops new bearing materials for tougher heavy-duty operating conditions

2014-11-26

The use of lead in engine bearings for light-duty vehicles was banned in the European Union from July 1, 2011, bringing widespread changes in coatings. Although heavy-duty engines have not yet been subject to similar legislation, Federal-Mogul believes that it is only a matter of time before they are.

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Study shows multiple benefits of CO2 cooling in composites drilling

2014-12-01

Dry drilling of composite-Ti stack-ups via CO2 avoids the problems associated with liquid coolants used in fuselage hole drilling, while delivering benefits in productivity, tool life, and hole quality.

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Multi-core safety operating system

2014-12-09

EB tresos Safety Operating System multi-core from Elektrobit is a new operating system for automotive electronic control units.

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VW reveals hot new 10-speed DSG—and a cool dashboard design

2014-12-09

Volkswagen Group is on a technology blitz aimed at increasing overall vehicle efficiency. The IR-resistant dashboard materials and the 10-speed DSG transmission are in the production pipeline along with other innovations.

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Measurement software update

2014-12-12

PC-DMIS 2014.1 from Hexagon Metrology is a significant update of measurement software used for the collection, evaluation, management, and presentation of manufacturing data.

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Connected/driverless car future seen in any of four scenarios

2014-12-03

"Futurist" Peter Schwartz at the 2014 Los Angeles Auto Show says car makers must gain enough of the increased value from connected car for the industry to succeed in producing an "intelligent fleet." Failure to take a leadership role was viewed as comparable to IBM leaving the development of the PC operating system to Microsoft.

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ANSI issues progress report on standardization related to EVs

2014-12-03

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Rexroth releases new flow-sharing valve for mini excavators

2014-12-22

Bosch Rexroth has launched a new size for its RS valve platform, which the company says was in reaction to an “upwards spiral” in the market for mini and compact excavators.

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Hyundai controls CO2 level inside Genesis cabin

2014-11-17

Among the many premium interior features in the 2015 Hyundai Genesis is a “world-first” safety technology—an in-cabin CO2 sensor control system, located under the glove box, that combats occupant drowsiness.

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Book offers engineering trends of 2014 concept cars, 2015 new passenger cars

2015-01-09

SAE International’s 2015 Passenger Car and 2014 Concept Car Yearbook provides snapshots of the latest and greatest technologies introduced by the automotive industry in 2014 concept cars and 2015 new passenger cars.

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Toho Tenax develops 'super-heat-resistant' prepreg for engine apps

2014-12-03

Toho Tenax has developed a new prepreg that offers super-high-heat and -oxidation resistance suited to aircraft and automotive engine compartments. The supplier also recently released a new rapid-curing prepeg for increased productivity.