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DOE launches new high performance computing initiative to develop materials for severe environments: HPC4Mtls

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The US Department of Energy (DOE) announced a new high-performance computing (HPC) initiative to help US industry accelerate the development of new or improved materials for use in severe environments. The program will focus on developing improved lightweight material technologies, as well. —US Secretary of Energy Rick Perry.

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EcoCooling introducing method using ionized, cooled air to replace metalworking fluids

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Oy ECE EcoCooling Engineering Ltd, part of a portfolio of Finnish high-tech companies developing world-leading technologies, such as the front-lit technology used in Amazon Kindle-devices, is bringing to market the EcoCooling method to replace conventional metalworking fluids with ionized, cooled air. which was sold to Amazon in 2010.

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SEAT implements self-driven robots to automate outdoor parts transport; ASTI Tribot with SLAM navigation

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To date, eight AGVs are operating outside the production workshops at the Martorell plant to automate the transport of parts. The new vehicles join the 200 AGVs that are delivering parts inside the assembly workshops at the Martorell and Barcelona factories. SEAT’s AGVs are based on ASTI’s Tribot 10T. kilometers in length.

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DOT awards Iteris $5.8M task order for support of National ITS and Connected Vehicle Architectures

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The work defined in the task order covers architecture content and software tool maintenance, ITS standards support, and technical support for architecture application. Iteris is leading the development and evolution of the USDOT’s CVRIA, which identifies key interfaces and standards for the Connected Vehicle Environment.

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The Electric Vehicle Era Needs a Skilled Workforce

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Reports of outages and malfunctions underscore the pressing need for adept EV charging infrastructure maintenance technicians. Addressing the maintenance workforce shortage underpinning many operability challenges will allow charging networks to mature.

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Report: US extending connected vehicle pilot program in Ann Arbor

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The Detroit News reports that the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is extending the major connected vehicle pilot project in Ann Arbor ( earlier post ) by another six months, but won’t change its timetable for deciding whether to move forward with the new technology.

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Valeo and Smovengo join to remanufacture Velib e-bike motors and batteries – ET Auto

Baua Electric

Valeo is the key technology partner of global automakers and plays a major role in promoting more diverse mobility. Recognizing that there is no one-size-fits-all solution for mobility in today’s urban environments, Valeo offers a range of solutions for small mobility devices such as bicycles, scooters and electric rickshaws.