Fuel-cell commercialization
The technology race is on to market the next revolution in
automotive propulsion, with the first vehicles in limited
quantities coming from Toyota and Honda by the end of the
year.
Telematics technology trends
Analysts at the Telematics Research Group explain the computer,
communications, and automotive electronic component advancements
that will influence systems development.
No end in sight to electronics'
growth
The biennial Convergence conference on transportation electronics,
hosted by DaimlerChrysler, will explore the interplay of
electronics with mechanical and other systems to improve vehicle
safety, performance, and convenience.
Making contacts
Engineers at AMI DODUCO reveal their latest research and
developments on critical automotive electrical contact
reliability.
Hydrogen and the automobile
Though the fuel could emerge as the primary energy source for
nonpolluting passenger vehicles, massive infrastructure development
is needed to support the hydrogen economy of the future.
New developments in LCDs
Optrex combines mechanical and digital technologies to meet the
greater performance requirements of information displays.
Honda raises the bar for Alabama plant
Not yet a year into production, Honda Manufacturing of Alabama is
undertaking a massive expansion of its Odyssey minivan plant.
U.S. automakers make up ground in
stamping
Led by General Motors, the Big 3 have significantly improved their
performance in the area of stamping.