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MAY 9, 2019

Researchers from the University of Kentucky and the San Francisco County Transportation Authority have determined that, contrary to the concept and vision, transportation network companies such as Uber and Lyft are the biggest contributor to growing traffic congestion in San Francisco. Darker colors represent a higher density of TNC activity.

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FEBRUARY 15, 2017

GVW and a range of up to 200 km at the International Commercial Vehicle Show in 2016, the first vehicles will be delivered to customers this year. The Urban eTruck is connected to the charging station using the Europe-wide standardized Combined Charging System (CCS) Type 2 connector. The system will support up to 150 kW.).

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NOVEMBER 15, 2021

jointly announced that, toward the achievement of carbon neutrality, they will take on the challenge of expanding fuel options through the use of internal combustion engines at the (three-hour) Super Taikyu Race in Okayama on 13-14 November. MAZDA SPIRIT RACING Bio concept DEMIO. Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd.,

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SEPTEMBER 21, 2016

With its automated rooftop connection and a typical charge time of three to six minutes, opportunity fast charging systems allow charging at end stops and can easily be integrated in existing bus routes. The fast-charging solutions are based on IEC 61851-23, the international standard for fast charging electric vehicles.

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JANUARY 13, 2016

In a demonstration of its ongoing development of advanced alternative powertrains, Audi unveiled the new h-tron quattro fuel cell concept vehicle at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS). The Audi h-tron quattro concept combines an Audi fifth-generation fuel cell stack delivering up to 110 kW with a power-optimized 1.8

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NOVEMBER 7, 2016

Toshiba reported the development of its TDNN chip at the Asian Solid-State Circuits Conference 2016, an IEEE-sponsored international conference on semiconductor circuit technology held in Japan. In this case, synapses are connections between neurons and each has a different strength. The energy consumption per operation is 20.6

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MARCH 1, 2016

Volkswagen unveiled the new Volkswagen Phideon luxury sedan ahead of the Geneva International Motor Show 2016. The future of Volkswagen’s premium segment will go into production in China initially for the China market in the third quarter of 2016. Earlier post.)

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MARCH 31, 2021

Mercedes-AMG laid out its new electrified drive strategy , which is based on two pillars: Performance hybrids with a completely independent drive concept under the technology label E PERFORMANCE. When developing our new E PERFORMANCE hybrid strategy, it was therefore immediately clear that we would pursue an independent concept for AMG.

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JANUARY 9, 2015

Researchers from the two organizations will test a fleet of zero-emission autonomous vehicles at Ames to demonstrate proof-of-concept remote operation of autonomous vehicles for the transport of materials, goods, payloads and people. For NASA, these tests parallel the way it operates planetary rovers from a mission control center.

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MARCH 1, 2016

Nissan outlined its Intelligent Mobility vision at the Geneva International Motor Show. An on-road demo event in Europe in 2016, will showcase the maturity of Nissan’s autonomous drive technology. Ubiquitous connectivity is an expectation of car consumers as an extension of their work and personal devices.

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SEPTEMBER 13, 2017

Chery revealed the EXEED TX—a compact SUV which will be the first model offered in Europe—in pre-production form at the 2017 IAA Frankfurt International Motor Show. Bosch is supplying the 10-inch TFT head unit and 7-inch TFT cluster display, further enhancing the HMI interface and connectivity features. Chery Automobile Co.,

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DECEMBER 1, 2016

Understanding the way functional geographic connections cross over the existing borderlines of states and regions is key for developing institutional forms that match the patterns of the contemporary world. The algorithm relies on the connectivity between nodes and does not take into consideration geographic proximity. Nelson et al.

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JULY 12, 2013

GM’s fuel-economy plan through the 2016 model year focuses on a reduction in vehicle mass and aggressive investment in advanced materials, such as high-strength steel, carbon fiber and aluminum, enabled in part by our industry-first aluminum welding technology. Earlier post.). —2012 Sustainability Report. to reflect this change.

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OCTOBER 21, 2016

From the end of 2016, diesel variants of the Renault Scénic and Grand Scénic models will be equipped with Continental’s 48-volt hybrid drive—the first application of the 48V “Hybrid Assist” in production vehicles. Simple adaptation to existing powertrain designs is a major benefit of the P0 concept that Continental has pursued.

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AUGUST 15, 2016

Infiniti will introduce a production-ready variable compression ratio engine VC-T (Variable Compression-Turbocharged) at the 2016 Paris Motor Show (Mondial de l’Automobile) in September. There have been a number of concepts proposed to enable such VCR systems. Compression ratio control for internal combustion engine US 5450824 A.

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FEBRUARY 3, 2016

Indeed, the occurrence of an internal resonance suggests that some trees exploit particularly unique energy transfer characteristics. This research seeks to address these important questions by investigating a prototypical, monostable energy harvesting platform which exploits the 1:2 internal resonance. —Harne et al.

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DECEMBER 20, 2012

Vehicle automation is set to be rolled out in stages, starting with partially automated driving from 2016; high levels of automation from 2020; and fully automated systems available from 2025. The systematic networking with driver information and drive systems is gradually advancing the concept toward its goal. Click to enlarge.

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JUNE 2, 2017

At the 2017 Geneva Motor Show the brand presented the potential of its new technologies in the form of the Audi Q8 sport concept showcar. A heavy-duty V-ribbed belt connects it to the crankshaft. The 12-volt system is connected to the main electrical system via a DC/DC converter. Earlier post.) 48-volt vehicle electrical system.

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JANUARY 23, 2024

Now let us look at How EVs are charged wirelessly Wireless Charging Of EVs Electric vehicles may be charged wirelessly via electromagnetic induction charging, which eliminates the need for a physical connection to a charging station. Easelink Easelink is an Austrian firm that has been operating since 2016.

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DECEMBER 18, 2016

BMW will stage the world premiere of the new BMW 5 Series Sedan and the US premiere of the BMW Concept X2 at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in January in Detroit. BMW Connected onboard. BMW Connected is also able to transfer the user’s personal mobility agenda from their smartphone straight to their car.

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2009

The Federal Government should balance its role in researching longer-term exploratory concepts and developing nearer-term transformational technologies for vehicles. mpg US limit by 2016, earlier post.) billion, the bill specifies $1.1 other research areas as determined by the Secretary. Innovative Automotive Demonstration Program.

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Cars That Think

JUNE 30, 2023

For his “leadership and innovative concepts in the design, deployment, and utilization of airborne and space-based radar systems,” Moreira is this year’s recipient of the IEEE Dennis J. In September 2016 the first global digital elevation map with a 2-meter height accuracy was produced. He received the IEEE Dennis J.

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APRIL 8, 2014

Contribute to international efforts to address global climate change. DOE says it continue to play a major role in supporting the Administration’s international efforts to achieve significant global greenhouse gas emission reductions, enhance climate preparedness, and promote global deployment of clean energy technologies.

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OCTOBER 17, 2022

The prototype is a partial demonstration of a concept that he’s been working on for decades: a neuroprosthetic for smell. In the lab’s back room, another model shows the second half of the concept: There, the e-nose sensor transmits its signal to a small array of electrodes taken from a cochlear implant. James Archer/Anatomy Blue.

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AUGUST 10, 2020

With a new emphasis on connected living, we will offer electrified experiences integral to an eco-friendly lifestyle. Based on the project, Hyundai in 2016 introduced a vehicle named IONIQ, offering a choice of three electrified powertrain options—hybrid electric, plug-in hybrid and battery electric—within a single body type.

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JUNE 16, 2016

To mark its centenary year in 2016, the BMW Group is looking further ahead than usual with a series of Vision Vehicles designed to anticipate and respond to future mobility needs. BMW now has introduced two more Vision concepts: the MINI VISION NEXT 100 and the Rolls-Royce VISION NEXT 100. Connectivity is becoming second nature.

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MARCH 3, 2016

Two exhaust-gas turbochargers are activated selectively according to the concept of sequential charging, since exhaust gas only flows through one turbocharger at low and intermediate load. A DC/DC converter connects the 48‑volt and 12‑volt electrical systems. In Europe, the Audi SQ7 TDI can be ordered beginning spring 2016.

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JANUARY 7, 2016

introduced its latest Qualcomm Snapdragon automotive processors, the Snapdragon 820 Automotive family, offering a scalable next-generation infotainment, graphics and multimedia platform with machine intelligence and a version with integrated LTE-Advanced connectivity. Qualcomm subsidiary Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., Snapdragon 820A.

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APRIL 10, 2013

Opel is launching three new engine families and 13 new engines between 2012 and 2016, renewing 80% of its engine portfolio. billion) through 2016—is beginning the renewal of its powertrain portfolio now with the introduction of all-new 1.6-liter The engine retains the proven concept of a turbine-integrated exhaust manifold.

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MAY 9, 2024

The accelerating buildout of solar farms on Earth is already hitting speed bumps, including public pushback against the large tracts of land required and a ballooning backlog of requests for new transmission lines and grid connections. Nevertheless, dozens of startups are now testing new fusion-reactor concepts. Engineers at Arthur D.

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JANUARY 24, 2024

Tom Oxley: Yeah, so the concept of the Stentrode was that we can take a endovascular platform that’s been used in medicine for decades and build an electronics layer onto it. And I think then 2016 Wired ran a piece, calling it one of the new words. Tom, thank you so much for joining me on Fixing the Future today.

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JANUARY 5, 2017

The newly released HADP is the first outcome of the collaboration between TTTech and Renesas announced in January 2016 ( earlier post ), and is an extended version of the HAD solution kit released in October 2016. The HADP is based on an ASIL-D functional safety concept.

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JANUARY 10, 2017

and digitalization as the key opportunities for the future, said CEO Klaus Rosenfeld at the company’s press conference at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit. The corollary of that estimate is that 70% of vehicles by 2030 will still have some form of internal combustion engine. Click to enlarge.

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OCTOBER 7, 2015

Infrastructure control and networking with innovative vehicle concepts and systems. Completion date for the consortium’s research work is early 2016. Determination of requirements posed by vehicles with alternative power sources and optimization with respect to these special requirements. Human Factors in Traffic (€17 million).

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APRIL 23, 2015

Each motor-generator is connected with a sun gear, and a clutching device can provide reaction torque by holding the ring gear of that planetary gear set. On top it has an angled rectangular housing receiving high voltage direct current (DC) cables connected to the battery pack and containing the inverter. Click to enlarge.

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OCTOBER 30, 2016

This turbocharging concept with systematic cylinder flow separation produces high torque in the low-rpm range together with high specific output. Connected in tandem with a large exhaust turbocharger, the eZV ensures a balanced engine response in all rpm ranges and eliminates the turbo lag. New Powertrain Integration center (AIZ).

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MAY 19, 2015

in a 2005 review of the use of FRCs in internal combustion engines. Last October, IDI Composites International and Composite Castings announced a collaborative effort to demonstrate production feasibility of a proprietary thermoset structural composite molding compound. liter Duratec engine.

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