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Hyundai Plans Autonomous Vehicles by 2020
Hyundai says it plans to have commercialized autonomous driving capabilities in some of its vehicles by 2020.
Improved Traffic Signal Management Could Cut Greenhouse Gas Emissions
A study from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology says that better programming of a city's traffic light could reduce delays, improve efficiency and reduce vehicle emissions.
Small Business Employment Growth Strong in Q1, Says Jobs Index
Small business employment growth strong in the first quarter of 2015 according to the Paychex | IHS Small Business JobsIndex.
Engineering Design Tools That Reshape the Profession
With rising pressure to innovate products and refine processes faster than ever before but without sacrificing quality, engineers face steep challenges in the work they perform.
Saudi Arabia's Role Is Changing in Global Energy Markets, Baker Institute Says
Saudi Arabia's role in global energy markets is changing as it reshapes itself as a supplier of refined petroleum products, moving beyond its traditional role as a crude oil exporter.
Software Predicts In-flight Coaxial Jet Noise
Cyrus Chinoy and Willie Bryce discuss details around the ESDU 14014 software package that estimates the change in coaxial jet noise spectrum levels when moving from static to flight conditions.
Solar Cell Efficiency Could Improve with Moth-inspired Coating
Researchers in Singapore develop an anti-reflective coating inspired by the compound lenses in moth eyes to help boost solar cell efficiency and sharpen the view of image sensors.
ASTM Standard Will Help Laboratories Test for Dissolved Gases in Water
A proposed ASTM standard would provide a simplified way to test for dissolved gases such as methane and ethane in water.
Automotive Semiconductor Supplier Rankings Adjusted Based on Further Analysis
Leaders in the automotive semiconductor market experienced exceptional results and growth in 2014, according to an updated analysis from IHS.
Construction Costs Driven Lower by Falling Oil and Commodity Prices
Construction costs fell in March, according to IHS and the Procurement Executives Group (PEG). The headline current IHS PEG Engineering and Construction Cost Index (ECCI) registered 44.7 in March, a slight uptick from February’s record low, but still considerably below a neutral reading.
IHS Acquires the Business Assets of Dataium
IHS has acquired the business assets of Dataium, which provides business intelligence and analysis to the automotive industry.
Sabic and Elopak Collaborate on Renewable Coatings for Cartons
Elopak will soon become among the first companies to launch beverage cartons with second-generation renewable coatings in the European market.
Toyota Seeks to Simplify via a Global Platform for Future Vehicles
Toyota unveiled its Toyota New Global Architecture (TNGA)—a lineup of "lighter, more compact" components that will be used for a new generation of vehicles, reports AutoCar Professional.
Awards Spotlight Chemical Industry Winners’ Use of Information, Analytics and Expertise
IHS announced that two companies were honored with IHS SPECTRUM Excellence Awards at the 2015 World Petrochemical Conference in Galveston, TX.
China Leads Global Linear and Torque Motors Market, IHS Says
According to "The World Market for Linear and Torque Motors," a new report from IHS Technology, China leads the global linear and torque motors market, due to continuing growth in the electronics, electronic assembly, semiconductor, machine tools and flat-panel display industries. The torque and
Flood Resistant Design and Construction Standard Receives Update
Standard ASCE/SEI 24-14, Flood Resistant Design and Construction, updates and replaces the previous Standard, ASCE/SEI 24-05. It provides essential guidance on design and construction to structural engineers, design professionals, code officials, floodplain managers and building owners.
High-tech Innovations Drive Concept Auto Tires
Goodyear unveils two concept tires that could change how industry and consumers look at auto tires.
Jordan and Russia Agree to Nuclear Power Plant Development Plan
Jordan and Russia signed an intergovernmental agreement to cooperate in the construction and operation of Jordan's first nuclear power plant.
NXP-Freescale Merger Creates Automotive Semiconductor Powerhouse, IHS Says
The recent agreement to merge NXP Semiconductor and Freescale Semiconductor creates a company that would have reached $4 billion in automotive semiconductor revenues in 2014, IHS says. The merged company would, therefore, become the leading supplier of semiconductors to the automotive market.
Robots Could Guide Firefighters in Low-visibility Conditions
Robots equipped with tactile sensors could serve as guides for firefighters in smoked-filled interiors, enabling first responders to identify objects and obstacles.