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Alcoa licenses Alcoa 951 pre-treatment technology for adhesive bonding of automotive structures to Chemetall

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Alcoa has licensed its “Alcoa 951” chemical pre-treatment bonding technology—an enabler for adhesive bonding of automotive structures—to Chemetall in an exclusive global distribution agreement. Chemetall is the leading supplier of surface treatments to the automotive industry, globally.

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Electrification gaining momentum in fleet vehicle industry – Charged EVs

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According to GreenBiz , the share of electric fleet vehicles is projected to grow from less than 1 percent to 12 percent by 2030, thanks to lower battery costs, industry partnerships and government incentives. Improvements in energy density must be matched by improvements in the battery pack assembly. Want to learn more?

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Lotus Engineering Study Concludes Vehicle Mass Improvement of 38% by 2020 vs a Conventional Current Vehicle Can Be Achieved at Only 3% Cost

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The 2020 vehicle architecture utilizes a mix of stronger and lighter weight materials, a high degree of component integration and advanced joining and assembly methodologies. We believe that this approach will be commonplace in the industry for the future design of vehicles. —Dr. System Weight (kg) 2020 Venza 2017 Venza.

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DOE to award $35M to 24 projects to support early-stage, innovative technologies and solutions in advanced manufacturing

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The selected projects vary in levels of maturity and industry-readiness—from concept definition (focused on specific experimental proof or detailed analysis) to proof-of-concept (requiring physical experimental validation). manufacturers that could improve their competitiveness and enhance their energy efficiency.

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DOE to provide up to $14.2M to develop lightweight materials for advanced vehicles

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Replacing cast iron and traditional steel components with lightweight materials—including advanced high-strength steel, magnesium, aluminum, and polymer composites—allows manufacturers to include additional safety devices, integrated electronic systems, and emissions control equipment on vehicles without increasing their weight, DOE notes.

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DOE seeking comment on draft $50M solicitation for new projects over 11 areas of interest to improve vehicle performance and decrease fuel consumption

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The FOA contains a total of 11 areas of interest (AOIs) in the general areas of advanced lightweighting and propulsion materials; advanced battery development; power electronics; advanced heating, ventilation, air conditioning systems; and fuels and lubricants. Advanced Climate Control Auxiliary Load Reduction.

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ALMA Project’s lightweight BEV structure promises to redefine future of e-mobility  | Autocar Professional

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The ALMA Project’s accomplishment is poised to play a pivotal role in the bloc’s commitment to decarbonize road transport and promote circular economy approaches in the automotive industry, a sector known for its significant carbon emissions, material intensity, and end-of-life vehicle disposal challenges.

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