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GigaDevice’s automotive flash memory achieves 100M units shipment milestone

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China-based GigaDevice Semiconductor, a manufacturer of flash memory, 32-bit microcontrollers (MCUs), sensors, and analog technology, has shipped 100 million units of its leading automotive-grade (AEC-Q100) GD25/55 SPI NOR and GD5F SPI NAND flash series. GigaDevice has been engaged in the automotive segment since 2015.

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Rheinmetall develops glass fiber suspension spring

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Featuring a patented design, the new spring won over the automaker due primarily to its significant weight advantage in the unsprung mass as well as its performance. Further development work with other leading automobile manufacturers is already underway. Rheinmetall has developed a new glass fiber suspension spring.

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European truck manufacturers call for action to prevent aftermarket manipulation of NOx emissions controls

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In the wake of a report by the German television station ZDF identifying widespread aftermarket manipulation of NO x emissions control technologies on trucks, the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) is calling for government action to preclude such manipulation. —ACEA Secretary General Erik Jonnaert.

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Schaeffler introducing 4in1 electric axles for EVs

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In the future, Schaeffler will supply beam axles to automobile manufacturers, particularly in North America. An efficiency level of up to 96% is possible in an optimally designed system. Schaeffler has already secured its first orders for electric beam axles from automobile manufacturers.

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Sustainable aluminum for battery housing of Audi e-tron

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Audi is the first automobile manufacturer worldwide to receive a certificate from the Aluminium Stewardship Initiative ( ASI ). Audi is the first automobile manufacturer worldwide to receive a certificate from the Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI).

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Teijin Chemicals develops resin enabling new auto body designs

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Panlite AM-9937F enables product designs that were previously unachievable due to the limitations of conventional metal. Its key performance features include moldability, design flexibility, and high resistance to impact, heat and corrosion, as well as a low linear expansion coefficient. Teijin Chemicals, Ltd.,

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Idemitsu introduces new cooling oil for e-axles, electronics and battery systems

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Designs that use multiple cooling media, such as cooling water (LLC), e-Axle oil, and battery cooling oil, for each EV and HEV component are being considered, but are expected to result in overly complex circuitry. Energy efficiency, quietness, compactness, and weight savings must all be considered for mechanisms and parts.

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