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Taming of the drones

2016-12-08

While unmanned systems are already transforming the way that modern warfighting is conducted, the commercial sector is still at the starting gate. That said, personal UAV ownership is expanding at an exponential rate, as small, stable, UAVs enter the market.

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Wind River and Airbiquity partner to update autonomous and connected vehicle software through cloud-based, over-the-air technology

2019-06-04

Through this work, Wind River and Airbiquity look to enable secure and intelligent software updates and data management for these vehicles through over-the-air (OTA) programming technology. The work may also lead to similar solutions for traditional aerospace and unmanned aircraft system (UAS) industries.

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Rockford Xellerix to support Pilatus PC-24 electrification

2019-02-22

Pilatus Aircraft Ltd. of Stans, Switzerland has awarded a long-term multi-year contract to Abu Dhabi-based Rockford Xellerix for the assembly of wire looms and cable harnesses for the Pilatus PC-24 light business jet.

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McLaren Applied Technologies’ all-electric, AI-infused vision of Formula 1 racing

2019-01-30

McLaren Applied Technologies of Woking, United Kingdom unveiled their “MCLExtreme” (MCLE) vision for the future of grand prix racing. While McLaren Applied Technologies believes that the 2050 Formula 1 World Championship will still feature open-wheel, rear wheel drive cars with humans in the cockpit, artificial intelligence (AI), augmented reality, autonomous functions, and electric propulsion will play major roles.

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SAE International’s Fundamentals of Electric Aircraft

2019-01-02

Edited and co-written by Dr. Pascal Thalin, chair of SAE International’s Electric Aircraft Steering Group, Fundamentals of Electric Aircraft provides deep insight into the aircraft electrification paradigm shift currently cutting across various aircraft segments through tangible case studies from general aviation to commercial fleets.

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A-10C pilots will get 3D-audio to increase situational awareness

2018-11-14

The Terma 3D-audio system will enhance pilot situational awareness by supplementing the A-10C cockpit control panel visual warning system with audible directional signals from within the pilot’s helmet. The natural or spatially separately audio signals will be similar to what a human would hear when not wearing a conventional headset.

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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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Toyota seeks industry joint effort to solve Takata airbag issue

2014-12-02

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Safety symposium cites training and technology to reduce teen fatalities, accidents

2016-04-07

Annual New York Auto Show Traffic Safety Symposium points to high fatality and injury rate among teens, while University of Bridgeport design school students propose technology solutions and Ford discusses impaired driving simulator "suits.

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Crash testing advances on many fronts

2015-11-11

Traffic fatalities have declined significantly over the last several years, but the U.S. is on track to have its deadliest year since 2007, according to the National Safety Council. That’s shining the spotlight on crash testing, according to industry experts in a Technical Webinar Series from the Editors of SAE.

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Mercedes’ 2017 E-Class takes a leap towards autonomy

2016-03-13

The standard German taxi cab, now entering its 10th generation, is 80% ready for autonomous driving on the autobahn, according to its chief engineer.

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SAE Eye on Engineering Quick Take: Voice-activated commands study by AAA

2015-11-04

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Toyota introduces its “dream team” for vehicle autonomy and advanced research

2016-01-06

The $1 billion venture, funded for five years, will focus on autonomous vehicle technologies, artificial intelligence, materials science, robotics, and more.

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SAE Eye on Engineering Quick Take: New 5-Star Safety Ratings coming

2015-12-17

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Freudenberg-NOK develops lightweight, fireproof materials for engine nacelles

2015-07-07

The sealing specialist is currently developing two new materials that reportedly will help aircraft manufacturers save weight and production costs while exceeding fire resistance and fireproof requirements for the engine application.

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SAE Eye on Engineering Quick Take: Honda Pilot 5-star safety

2015-08-25

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X-ray testing for large composites

2015-02-19

Conventional CT scanners cannot accommodate long or bulky aircraft components.

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New SAE International standards enhance ambulance safety

2014-08-27

With the recent publishing of four technical reports, SAE International now offers a series of recommended practices designed to enhance overall ambulance safety in several areas, including patient compartments and occupant restraint.

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Ford names new VP of environmental and safety engineering

2014-11-12