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Polestar CEO aims to “democratize” performance EVs

2017-12-04

In an interview with AE, Thomas Ingenlath details the new company's electric vehicle plans.

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Automotive-grade magnetic position sensors

2017-10-13

ams’ AS5172A/B magnetic position sensors feature a two-wire PSI5 interface for fast and secure transmission of their precise rotary position measurements.

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Sounds like holistic audio system development

2017-12-07

Demands for audio system sound quality are rising, forcing new approaches for in-vehicle infotainment systems.

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California ZEV law gets simpler, more challenging

2017-12-07

With nine other states as allies, California's zero-emission vehicle mandate covers almost 30% of the U.S. car market. Hybrids and PZEVs no longer count toward ZEV credits. Battery electric vehicles with range extender engine/generator systems are key technologies to meet new regulation.

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Portable sound calibrator

2017-10-08

The 42AG Multifunction Sound Calibrator from G.R.A.S. Sound & Vibration was designed for fast verification of microphones and sound level meters in the field.

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Williams presents lightweight EV platform

2017-09-08

The platform concept was created to be capable of supporting multiple vehicle types and multiple wheelbases - with longer range.

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Manufacturing systems get smart, self heal

2017-10-17

In an EU-funded project called SelSus, 15 industrial and scientific consortium partners are developing maintenance technology capable of forecasting machine downtimes in production before they occur. This will allow plant managers to rectify faults before the machine breaks down.

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‘Cruising Chauffeur’ demos SAE Level 3 autonomy

2017-10-16

The hand-over warning comes 15-20 s before it is required and the system uses a sophisticated infrared driver monitoring system to ensure the driver is capable of taking back the vehicle.

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Thick film chip resistors

2017-12-08

Bourns, Inc.’s two new series of thick film chip resistors offer enhanced power ratings up to 2 W at 70°C (158°F).

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Komatsu building AI into construction sites

2017-12-20

Komatsu is bringing NVIDIA artificial intelligence to the construction site to increase workplace safety and efficiency.

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Insurers define what they want from an automated vehicle

2017-12-04

The advent of AVs and their associated new technologies takes vehicle safety and associated insurance issues into a new dimension. In the insurance industry the challenge has been dubbed “autonomous ambiguity.” Now, a features "must" list has been defined.

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Disruptive flight control technology on trial

2017-12-21

One of the most significant developments in aircraft control since the wing warping of the Wright Brothers made way for movable control surfaces has been announced by Manchester University in the U.K., in association with BAE Systems.

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Dynamic inclination sensor

2017-11-13

Inclination measurement in mobile machines is exposed to motion, shock and vibration.

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ZED Connect brings mobile-based ELD to improve safety and service

2017-10-23

With the ELD (electronic logging device) law fast approaching in December 2017, the Cummins-created company ZED Connect now provides a low-cost option for small and mid-sized fleets.

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Distribution block

2017-09-06

Designed with ports for Deutsch connectors, Murrelektronik's new xtreme DB distribution block provides up to three times the current-carrying capacity compared to blocks of similar size, along with design efficiencies that will help to transform the way control systems are developed by heavy-duty vehicle builders.

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Solving the 'grand challenge' of battery research

2017-12-11

The Faraday Battery Institution aims to link industry with the power of academic research. Prof. David Greenwood explains.

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Positioning for hybrid growth

2017-08-15

BorgWarner is targeting P2 hybrid applications with its new modular systems portfolio to give OEMs optimal electrified-driveline flexibility.

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SAE Eye on Engineering: Blameless Robot Cars

2017-12-04

Computer-chip maker Intel wants to ensure that self-driving vehicles cannot cause accidents where they are at fault.

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Jet Aviation, Honeywell partner on business jet avionics

2017-10-26

Jet Aviation has developed a supplemental type certificate through the European Aviation Safety Agency to update aging cockpit displays on Dassault Falcon and Cessna Citation business jets with Honeywell DU-875 LCD units.

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Dynamic weighing system

2017-09-19

The BinWeigh 03 dynamic onboard weighing system from VPG Onboard Weighing, a brand of Vishay Precision Group, Inc., is approved for Class Y(b) use on waste collection truck fleets.