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Ford now holds 461 patents on hybrid technology, up from 10 in 2000

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In the last three years, the number of inventions submitted to Ford’s legal team to be considered for patents has increased more than 25%. Twenty-five of the 40 patents are in production, including key components of Ford’s powersplit architecture system found on vehicles such as the all-new Fusion Hybrid and Fusion Energi plug-in hybrid.

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Audi to showcase Level 4, 5 autonomous concepts, production A8 with Level 3 autonomy at IAA

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The new A8 is designed for conditional automated driving at level 3 in accordance with international standards. At the same time, a second data fusion takes place in the radar control unit. The new concept car is designed primarily for long journeys. They also provide insights into the brand’s future Audi AI technologies.

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An imperfect guide: How much can we rely on GPS?  | Autocar Professional

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The development came just days after a North Carolina-based family in late September took legal action against technology giant Google. Tarabbia expressed confidence in the current state of fusion technology, proclaiming it to be "extremely, extremely good."

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Mercedes-Benz previews next-generation intelligent safety and driver assistance systems; “sensor fusion”

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Of crucial importance in this respect is the networking of all systems, or “sensor fusion”. DISTRONIC PLUS with Steering Assist, BAS PLUS and PRE-SAFE Brake all employ sensor fusion using the same stereo camera and multistage radar sensors. Legal considerations also mean there are no plans to introduce hands-free driving.

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Continental focusing on automated driving as key long-term technology strategy; receives approval to test automated vehicles on Nevada roads

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Continental’s Interior division has several years of experience in the design of display and user interfaces, while the Powertrain division has a wealth of expertise in the energy management of drive systems. The plate is designed to be easily recognized by law enforcement and the public at large. —Troy L.

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First Drive: 2016 Hyundai Sonata PHEV and HEV

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The Sonata PHEV is perfectly capable of handling (legal) Interstate speeds on battery pack alone; however, such operation depletes the battery relatively quickly. Sonata Plug-in Hybrid uses the same functional design changes as the Sonata Hybrid to improve its drag coefficient to a class-leading 0.24 Fusion Energi. Competition.

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The technology behind Ford’s Lightweight Concept Vehicle; prospects for Mach-II with 50% mass reduction difficult

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The Ford Lightweight Concept reduces the weight of a 2013 Fusion to that of a Ford Fiesta, resulting in a nearly 25% weight reduction. The Mach-I design demonstrated the integration of the lightweight material vehicle system into an existing OEM body shop, avoiding niche assembly/coating processes. Earlier post.). Click to enlarge.

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