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Model-based development tool

2017-03-13

UniPhi from SimuQuest, Inc. (Ann Arbor, MI) is an intelligent power tool that frees up time for innovation by automating error-prone manual tasks in the design and development of vehicle control systems and software.

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SAE Eye on Engineering Quick Take: Artificial Intelligence in Autos

2017-01-18

Artificial intelligence is the computer science that will make fully autonomous vehicles practical.

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Simulation-driven design

2015-04-17

PowerINSIGHT 2.0 from Exa Corp. provides real-time collaboration to reduce the risk of product compromise and costly late-stage design changes. The upgrade derives compelling presentations from terabytes of simulation data rapidly and accurately, the company claims.

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Boeing’s ecoDemonstrator 757 used to get the bugs out

2015-04-24

Boeing is in the midst of several months of flights with its ecoDemonstrator 757 in a first-round effort to evaluate new technologies in 2015 that are expected to reduce environmental effects on natural laminar flow as a way to improve aerodynamic efficiency while reducing noise and carbon emissions.

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Lexus unveils A-segment crossover concept

2015-03-12

Crossover concepts were not in short supply at the 2015 Geneva Motor Show, and the LF-SA concept, the product of Lexus ED2 design studio based in Nice, France, was undoubtedly the smallest.

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Additive-manufacturing database

2015-03-31

The Senvol Database is a searchable database for industrial 3-D printing machines and materials.

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Visteon tests augmented reality HUD for Level 4 autonomy

2017-02-10

Engineers believe that an AR HUD is the fastest and most effective interface for informing drivers of what the vehicle's ADAS sensor array has detected as well as the optimum path to follow.

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Lanxess develops new modeling approach to simulated composites’ cooling behavior

2015-04-10

A new tool to precisely simulate the thermal processes in Lanxess’s weight-saving Tepex continuous-fiber-reinforced thermoplastic composite was announced by the company at the recent Plastics in Automotive Engineering conference at Mannheim, Germany.

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Heat-pipe embedded CFRP enclosures for electronics thermal management

2015-03-24

In the area of electronics enclosures, traditional metal structures conduct and spread heat over large surfaces, but composites act as insulation. Heat generated by components causes internal temperatures to rise and has detrimental impact on the performance and reliability of the electronics.

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Buick stuns, delights NAIAS with Avista concept

2016-01-11

'Sexy' was the word coming from the media audience when this fetching GT coupe concept was unveiled January 11 in Detroit

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Promise for an electric propulsion aircraft future

2016-01-29

Electric propulsion is on the verge of causing the biggest changes in aviation since the advent of the jet engine.

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Mentor Graphics updates CFD tool for improved productivity

2016-01-03

The latest version of the company's FloEFD solution has updated features such as improved mesh handling, an enhanced transient solver, and an interface to Abaqus FEA software for stress analysis.

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2018 NAIAS: Lexus unveils concept flagship crossover

2018-01-15

The LF-1 Limitless points to what could be Toyota's most technologically sophisticated production vehicle.

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Integrating additive manufacturing into development, production – a free SAE webinar

2018-08-08

SAE International in Warrendale, Pa., is inviting members of the mobility engineering community to participate in the SAE Additive Manufacturing Webinar: Considerations When Integrating Additive Manufacturing into Aerospace and Ground Vehicle Development and Production Environments on Thursday, August 16, 2018 at 1 pm EDT/10 am PDT.

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Toyota takes up challenge of space, brings electrified, automated vehicle technologies

2019-03-13

Technology transfer and collaboration continue to grow globally among mobility engineering professionals focused on aerospace and automotive applications. Cross-industry partnerships received a boost this week, as Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) and Toyota Motor Corp. officials announced increased cooperation on unmanned, electrified, and automated rovers for space exploration.

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2018 NAIAS: Nissan Xmotion blends interior artistry and technology

2018-01-16

The concept CUV's interior is one part woodworker's art show, another part vision of next-gen vehicle connectivity.

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Bulk material simulation

2017-06-20

EDEM for ANSYS simulation tool from EDEM enables engineers to add realistic bulk material loads as standard in ANSYS structural analysis without the need for Discrete Element Method (DEM) knowledge or expertise in bulk material simulation.

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Sleek design, powertrain advances distinguish Volvo’s new VNL trucks

2017-07-24

The new Volvo VNL series is the beneficiary of the truck maker's SuperTruck program, applying lessons learned and advanced technology to achieve an up to 7.5% improvement in fuel efficiency. Driver comfort and productivity, active and passive safety systems and enhanced vehicle uptime through over-the-air updates were other high priorities for engineers and designers of the next-generation long-haul tractor.

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Are you innovating for NVH?

2017-05-18

Supplier innovations are central to winning the ongoing battle with NVH—noise, vibration and harshness.

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Chilly prospects for low temperature combustion

2017-04-06

Low temperature combustion (LTC) remains an area of high interest with extensive research, even though many challenges must still be overcome before LTC sees commercial acceptance.