Automotive
Surprising losses in so-called ‘hidden factories’
A survey of the automotive design engineering sector has uncovered a systemic phenomenon termed ‘hidden factories’ responsible for dragging down the industry’s productivity and profitability. The survey, carried out by Majenta Solutions, points to near-at-hand opportunities for OEMs and suppliers to save money and improve their prospects at a critical juncture in economic fortunes of the car industry.
Hybrid and electrical vehicle powertrain testing
Over the past decade, most transportation markets, from automotive, to military, aircraft, and even space systems have seen a tremendous surge of interest in hybrid and electric vehicle technology. To gain the promised efficiency benefits and green profile of these vehicles, it is important to conduct driveline and component testing during design and manufacturing that is specially adapted to the particular nature of hybrid and electric vehicles....
Ricardo leads consortium to establish supply chain for sustainable electric motors
The UK-ALUMOTOR consortium has received an award from the Driving Electric Revolution Challenge fund - through UK Research and Innovation - to establish a UK supply chain for electric machines: leveraging manufacturing expertise to deliver next generation sustainable electric motors.
Stewarts warn of safe use of e-scooters within trial zones
As the country continues to be in lockdown, litigation-only law firm, Stewarts, highlight e-scooter usage rules within trial zones amid growing safety concerns.
Study for safer, cleaner and cheaper hydrogen power
A project to develop a new way of storing hydrogen in buses has been launched by academics from London South Bank University (LSBU), School of the Built Environment and Architecture.
Comau helps produce the new electric Fiat 500
Comau has participated in the production of the new electric Fiat 500. The company has provided FCA and the Fiat brand with advanced automation solutions and its know-how in the development of innovative industrial processes to produce FCA’s first fully electric vehicle, a made in Turin product.
Spin launches UK micromobility research fund
Ford-owned e-scooter firm, Spin, is reportedly living up to its commitment to empower riders with the freedom to move safely around their community with the launch of a new £100,000 Micromobility Research Fund in the UK.
Autonomous vehicle development centre nears completion in the UK
Self-driving vehicles are a significant step closer to becoming a reality on public roads with the construction of a new ecosystem nearing completion in the Midlands.
Partnership to develop multi-industry digitalisation services
Ricardo has signed an agreement to partner with Amey Consulting, an infrastructure, data and analytics provider, to bring new digital and data products and services to global vehicle manufacturers.
Vector unveils e-mobility measurement system
The new e-mobility measurement system from Vector and CSM enables users to perform fast and time-synchronous multi-channel measurements in high-voltage cables and components.