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Ford launches Hsuehshan Tunnel Transformer Challenge in Taiwan; Mobility Challenge Series 2.0

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in 2014 ( earlier post ), Ford has launched the Hsuehshan Tunnel Transformer Challenge in Taiwan, which asks developers to submit traffic-busting solutions for the main highway artery between Taipei and popular tourist destination Yilan. Building on the success of Ford’s Innovate Mobility Challenge Series (IMCS) 1.0

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Foxconn unveils three EVs developed in-house

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He believes that with the strong capabilities in electronic manufacturing, including semiconductors, modules, precision machinery and operation, Taiwan can play a key role in the development of electric vehicles. He expressed that the Model E electric car was the best birthday present for him, which is why he insisted on driving it himself.

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Ford expanding global electrified vehicle battery R&D

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Through this network, the EPE team will take advantage of globally connected technologies to develop lighter and more durable EV batteries. Taiwan and Korea, where the company offers the Mondeo Hybrid. This is truly a world-class environment for Ford to develop and test industry-leading battery technology.

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Single-Chip Processors Have Reached Their Limits

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Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. UCIe also supports off-package connection through PCIe and CXL, opening up the potential for connecting multiple chips across multiple machines in a high-performance compute environment. This shift towards chiplets has occurred in step with support from manufacturers.

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Honda Speaks About Near Future, EV Plans

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Honda is touting increased relationships with semiconductor manufacturers, including Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited. Honda also says it's continuing to aim to reach a goal of a 7 percent return on sales by fiscal year 2026. Like many OEMs, Honda has ambitious EV goals -- goals we've generally been skeptical about.

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Who Really Invented the Thumb Drive?

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The gadget, roughly the size of a pack of chewing gum, held 8 megabytes of data and required no external power source, drawing power directly from a computer when connected. Although not widely taken up as a stand-alone device, its Wi-Fi connectivity made it suitable for consumer electronics devices such as cameras and toys.

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U.K. Startup’s Digital Dyeing Printers Save Energy, Water

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Alchemie Technology A “digital dyeing” machine Endeavor is similar to a digital printing machine used for producing publications such as CONNECTED. The machines would also contribute to improving working environment (modern printers rather than “giant Turkish baths”). The first one in Taiwan (global capital of finishing treatments).

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