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Handheld dual-laser infrared thermometer
2017-04-18
OMEGA Engineering’s (Norwalk, CT) new OS758-LS handheld dual-laser infrared thermometer delivers reliable non-contact measurement for instant troubleshooting.
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WCX17: Vehicle connectivity brings privacy, redundancy issues
2017-04-06
Connectivity promises to bring a wealth of information to drivers, but it also poses vexing privacy issues. Figuring out where to store all the data related to connectivity is also puzzling for service providers.
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Commercial vehicles in a digital world
2016-08-02
Global OEMs and Silicon Valley start-ups alike are pursuing heavily connected trucks in an effort to effectively marry the “metal” side of the CV business with the now-indispensible “digital” side.
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Magna safety systems give parents "eyes in the back of their heads"
2017-03-21
If you ask most parents, they'll tell you an extra set of eyes would generally come in very handy—especially when driving.
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Gas-damped auto crash sensor
2016-10-10
The new Endevco model 7264H from Meggitt Sensing Systems is an optimally gas-damped accelerometer for automotive safety testing with target applications that include pedestrian safety, military vehicle and sled testing.
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Centimeter-accurate GPS for self-driving vehicles
2016-11-02
Precision satellite-navigation geolocation is in development, offering robo-car sensor redundancy by 2021— if cost reduction keeps pace with capability.
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IoT connections transform manufacturing, vehicle validation
2017-04-03
Commercial vehicles are at the forefront of the Internet of Things movement, leveraging the connectivity that many have deployed for years. Equipment manufacturers are using IoT connections to improve their manufacturing operations, upgrade diagnostics to prognostics and improve maintenance operations.
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Military system designers aren’t resting on COTS deployment
2017-02-17
As ground vehicles employ more electronic sensing, control and communication systems, design engineers are increasingly utilizing more commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) modules. Though COTS slashes development time and costs, it’s still difficult for many military users to find COTS boards that meet their low-volume demands for ruggedization and redundancy.
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Preview: SAE readies new Connect2Car conference for fusion of auto, tech sectors
2017-04-25
SAE's Connect2Car Executive Leadership Forum is designed to promote high-level discussion of connectivity business models, technology insertion strategies and other issues concerning the fusion of the automotive and technology sectors.
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Harman readies new vehicle-hacker defense system for 2018
2017-02-10
The company has developed a new vehicle-intrusion cyber defense product and is in discussions with OEMs.
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Haptic feedback for gesture-control HMI
2017-03-13
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Driving business value on-highway and off with IoT
2017-05-05
Heavy-duty trucks have been using telematics for years to communicate a relatively narrow view of engine status. Manufacturers and fleet operators are now looking at the Internet of Things (IoT) to provide an expanded view of truck health, says Bsquare's Dave McCarthy.
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Insert molding
2017-03-16
Proto Labs Inc. (Maple Plain, MN) now offers insert molding service, expanding on the company’s rapid injection molding offerings.
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WCX17: IAV and HPE showcase connectivity via demo car
2017-04-04
Messages that warn of a nasty pothole ahead or heavy rain falling two miles away are among a myriad of information possibilities for the future connected car.
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805-hp Mercedes-AMG GT Concept hybrid heralds production model
2017-03-07
Unveiled at the 2017 Geneva Motor Show, this uber-performance hybrid uses F1 technology.
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Experts confront cyber-security realities
2017-03-17
Experts serve cautionary tales for connected cars while discussing potential cyber solutions.
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Renault reveals Zoe EV racecar concept with 340-kW output.
2017-03-29
The Zoe EV e-sport uses a twin-motor propulsion system to reach 200 km/h in 10 s.
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Print your next wiring harness
2017-01-25
Flexible hybrid electronics (FHE) uses a combination of high-precision printing technology and advanced electronics. The result is lightweight, package-efficient and physically flexible circuitry, first used by Ford on a limited trial basis in the overhead console of the 2013 Fusion.
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Mobileye on the Road
2017-02-12
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NHTSA’s V2V rollout plan gets support, questions
2016-12-23
After years of promoting V2V communications, the NHTSA appears poised to mandate the safety technology. But there's industry concern about security issues and competition from 5G cellular links.
