Automotive

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  • Lithium-ion battery modules for electric transport applications

    The modules are designed to support up to 800 A in continuous current and voltages up to 1,200 V.

  • Watch these robots test drive a Ford

    Miles and Shelby keep human drivers safe from extreme conditions.

  • Watch robots dismantle EV batteries

    The system enhances the efficiency and safety of electric vehicle (EV) battery disassembly for resource recovery.

  • AI-based pothole detection system developed by KICT researchers

    AI pothole detection promises to improve road surface management.

  • The DC energy meter: A key part of the DC fast charging infrastructure

    Accurate measurement of power and secure billing of consumers are two key elements in any charging operation.

  • The best biomass blendstocks to curb diesel engine emissions

    These 13 diesel fuel blendstocks from biomass resources could reduce harmful emissions from medium- to heavy-duty diesel vehicles.

  • Watch: Former Ford engineer details complicated fastener practice

    Ironically, he shared a quote from a training book that came from Ford itself: "If you want poor quality, add more screws."

  • Commercial V2G service launches for EV fleets in the UK

    The technology allows for two-way energy flow by recharging an EV battery when electricity is at its cheapest and discharging excess energy to sell back into the grid.

  • Shock absorber designed for reuse after impact

    Composed of low-cost metallic materials, the energy dissipation device features both high stiffness and high damping characteristics.

  • Video: Coil Driver technology extended to electric vehicle technology

    The technology can reduce the cost and complexity of deploying EVs and the charging infrastructure at scale.

  • Watch how an app enhances UK consumer energy efficiency

    The low-carbon technology platform will help consumers efficiently manage energy usage at home and on the road.

  • School bus safety technology to launch in Niagara Falls City

    BusPatrol platform provides advanced technology to help reduce stop-arm violations and improve student safety.

  • Watch: Technology that lets first responders "skip" red lights receives patent

    Technology lets first responders, snow plow operators keep lights at intersections green.

  • Eliminating left-hand turns using an algorithm

    A hybrid algorithm locates intersections that would potentially benefit from eliminated left-hand turns.

  • The many applications for electromagnets

    A deep look at brakes, clutches and industrial mechanisms using these devices.

  • Tracking US battery supply chain trends for EVs

    Five companies produced almost all the battery cells used in plug-in vehicles for the U.S. market during 2010 to 2020.

  • Remote monitoring for facilities

    The ability to maximize operational effectiveness and improve production quality requires sophisticated remote monitoring.

  • Video: New series of off-the-shelf core technology electric motors

    The series delivers up to 400 kW and 520 Nm in a compact package with a mass of less than 30 kg and a maximum speed of 15,000 rev/min.

  • Where are the electric convertibles?

    A sunny day with the top down appeals to many motorists – or at least it used to. Engineering tradeoffs and market trends mean EV convertibles are still a ways out, but almost a sure bet long-term.

  • What does it take to chase tornadoes? The right car, of course.

    Amateur and professional storm chasing is made relatively safe as long as you have a safe, dependable vehicle.

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