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In-sight software

2014-02-17

Cognex Corp.’s In-Sight Explorer 4.9 software offers an expanded set of inspection tools and an enhanced Cognex Connect communications suite that features the iQ Sensor Solution network (iQSS).

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Kia Soul EV unveiled in Chicago

2014-02-14

The 2015 Soul EV debuts as Kia's first all-electric vehicle for the U.S. market. With its 27 kWh lithium-ion polymer battery and 81.4-kW electric motor, the expected driving range is 80-100 miles (129-161 km).

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Refining heavy-duty diesel fuel systems

2014-02-03

How are heavy-duty diesel fuel systems likely to evolve in Europe, now that Euro-VI, the tightest yet emissions regulations applied to heavy trucks and buses in the European Union, have come into force for all new vehicles? Delphi's Heavy-Duty Diesel Systems Engineering Director, David Draper, offers his insights.

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Flex-fuel snowmobile challenge results in improved efficiency and lower emissions

2014-01-30

Noise and exhaust emissions of recreational snowmobiles have come under increased scrutiny by the U.S. federal government.

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BorgWarner launches low-friction engine timing chain

2014-01-29

Designed to reduce friction, the timing chains deliver an improvement in fuel economy of as much as 0.3 to 0.6% based on customer testing, the company claims.

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GM’s new 8-speed automatic may enable 30-mpg Corvette in 2015

2014-01-29

The all-new 8L90 was developed in house. GM claims it improves the Corvette’s powertrain efficiency by up to 5% versus the 6L80 and provides faster gear changes. It is over 8 lb (3.6 kg) lighter than the 6-speed while being equivalent in overall size.

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Tata Sikorsky JV producing fully indigenous S-92 cabins

2014-01-27

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Tata launches family of petrol engines

2014-01-24

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Tier 4 Final engines

2014-01-22

Cummins’ latest generation of engines ready to meet EPA Tier 4 Final emissions regulations extend from 49 to 675 hp (37 to 504 kW). New engines on display at ConExpo 2014 will include the QSF3.8 suited for compact equipment and the heavy-duty QSG12 for high-output machines.

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Filler metals

2014-01-22

The Hobart Element family of gas-shielded, flux-cored wires feature the lowest manganese levels of any similarly classified filler metal in the marketplace, the company claims, helping companies to address compliance with environmental regulations.

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Non-DPF Tier 4 engine

2014-01-17

Bobcat Co. has released its first Tier 4 loaders, including a non-diesel particulate filter (DPF) engine solution. The non-DPF solution was achieved by designing an ultra-low particulate combustion (ULPC) engine.

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Schaeffler tech demonstrator achieves 15% CO2 reduction

2014-01-14

An independent testing institute recently confirmed a fuel-economy improvement of more than 15% on a MY2013 Ford Escape retrofitted with Schaeffler's AWD disconnect clutch and a number of other technologies that were designed and developed in North America.

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Titanium auto parts 3D-printed from low-cost metal powders

2014-01-14

New energy-saving smelting process could cut titanium powder prices by as much as 75%.

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All-new 2015 Chrysler 200 debuts in Detroit

2014-01-13

The new car's interior and exterior styling complements a segment-first standard nine-speed automatic transmission with electronic shifter and the segment's first application of a fully disconnecting AWD system.

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Airbus exploring electric taxiing solution for A320 Family

2014-01-02

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Deal gives Fiat 100% ownership of Chrysler

2014-01-02