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Major security challenges face makers and owners of connected cars

2014-04-10

Dangers from malware, including ransom demands, must be pro-actively avoided as industry and owners enter era of connected cars. For all their conveniences, telematics could pose ugly series of risks that will require new approaches to prevent, explains Cisco Systems scientist to SAE Congress attendees. Vulnerabilities are in many areas, including the OBD system.

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Chrysler 200 Sport Mode balances performance with safety

2014-04-10

The system uses specific Sport Mode algorithms with modules from the high-speed CAN data bus, including those for adaptive cruise control, forward facing camera, all-wheel drive, shift-by-wire, electric power steering, transmission, and powertrain.

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TRW begins production of roof airbags for Citroën

2014-04-03

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NHTSA mandates rearview camera technology

2014-04-01

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Vehicle network security highlighted in new concept

2014-04-14

The Visteon- and Cisco-developed OASIS (Optimized, Adaptable, Secure, Intelligent, Seamless) concept makes secure car-to-cloud communications the prerequisite for unlocking vehicle network connectivity-associated benefits.

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Thin-film chip resistors

2014-04-16

Vishay Intertechnology’s PTN series precision, surface-mount, thin-film chip resistors in the 2512 case size offer a power rating to 2 W.

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Compact switches

2014-06-12

C&K Components’ line of compact PCB-mounted switches now includes two new medium power switch series that feature either momentary or locking actuation configurations.

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High-power contacts

2014-04-16

Deutsch 5015 high-power contacts from TE Connectivity deliver improved performance and reliability, and comply with the MIL-DTL-5015 specification for military and aerospace markets.

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Intelligence and integration will drive mobile technology forward

2014-04-07

More and more companies are committing to reducing the carbon footprints of machines and manufacturing—a commitment Berend Bracht says Bosch Rexroth shares and actively pursues, targeting a 20% reduction in its carbon footprint by 2020 compared to 2007 levels.

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OBD becoming greater challenge as it covers heavy-duty trucks, too

2014-04-09

Misfire detection is most difficult, SAE Congress panel tells attendees, and overall emissions diagnosis is harder than with passenger cars and light-duty trucks.

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CAN controller

2014-03-22

Adding thermocouple and analog signal input to the Axiomatic CAN controller line improves flexibility for these rugged I/O controllers.

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Compact RTD temperature sensors

2014-03-25

Omega Engineering, Inc.’s new RTDM12 series of compact resistance temperature detector (RTD) sensors are extremely rugged with a molded (IP67) four-pin connector with M12 male thread and a fast response time.

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Hybrid-electric distributed propulsion explored

2014-04-04

Recent advancements in electronics, computers, and power distribution have made distributed propulsion feasible, but major challenges remain.

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Low-loss RF coax cable assemblies

2014-04-03

Crystek’s 50-GHz low-loss RF cable assemblies feature corrosion-resistant 2.4-mm 303 stainless steel connectors and three levels of shielding for low attenuation (loss) over distance (1.44 dB/ft at 50 GHz).

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Shunt resistors

2014-04-07

KOA Speer Electronics expands the power shunt resistor line to include the 5-W PSI and 3-W PSE series for higher current applications and large current detecting with a smooth flow.

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Mission critical: cybersecurity

2014-04-15

Cybersecurity was a red-hot discussion topic at the SAE 2014 World Congress as digital components and car-to-cloud communications become an ever-growing part of the vehicle package.

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Pressure switches

2014-03-29

Honeywell’s HP Series, HE Series, and LE Series of pressure switches provide high burst pressure ranges, a long life cycle rating, and IP67 sealing, enhancing durability and reliability.

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Mercedes improves 2015 Sprinter with 4x4 option, cross wind assist

2014-04-10

With the large commercial van market continuing to grow, Mercedes-Benz continues to improve its Sprinter van to keep it the “best” in a crowded field.

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Wire-to-board connectors

2014-03-27

AUH Series wire-to-board, crimp style connectors from JST feature subminiature size, design flexibility, and reliable contact construction for high density applications.

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Temperature controller

2014-03-27

Oven Industries' offers a high-power temperature controller mounted on a heat sink that creates a seamless transition between heating and cooling devices.