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Electric Power Will Transform Aviation

Hybrid-electric aircraft create sky-high challenges and new opportunities

January 5, 2017

Whenever anyone mentions hybrid-electric vehicles today, most people automatically think of cars, buses and trucks. But, up in the sky, the technology is also getting a lot of attention from aerospace engineers. That’s because electric systems are greener, lighter, quieter and more energy-efficient than traditional alternatives.

Fuel Cells Get Ready for Prime Time

Engineers continue to tackle high-volume production challenges.

Austin Weber

May 1, 2014

Many experts tout fuel cells as one of the cleanest forms of green energy, because the devices reduce CO2 emissions and provide greater energy efficiency than combustion engines.

Ford Focuses on Flexibility

Austin Weber

October 1, 2012

The Michigan Assembly Plant in Wayne, MI, takes flexible manufacturing to a new level

Will Self-Driving Cars Revolutionize the Auto Industry?

August 16, 2012

DETROIT—Autonomous vehicles may be the biggest thing to hit the auto industry in a long time.

Unmanned Tractors May Alter Assembly Process

Austin Weber

March 7, 2012

Agricultural engineers around the world are developing robotic tractors. Autonomous vehicles equipped with state-of-the-art computers, lasers, sensors, GPS systems and machine vision technology are closer to reality than most people realize.

Wire Processing for Electric Cars

Austin Weber

January 5, 2012

Manufacturers must rethink the way they cut, strip and crimp high-voltage cable.

Electric Vehicle Assembly

Austin Weber

November 23, 2010

Electric vehicles promise to transform the automotive landscape. But, don’t expect to see too many differences in assembly plants as automakers start ramping up production.

Standards Will Drive Down EV Cost

Austin Weber

November 23, 2010

Electric vehicles suffer from a widespread lack of industrywide standards. However, engineers are trying to tackle that challenge.

Assemble EV Components In-House or Outsource?

Austin Weber

November 5, 2010

Some automakers have decided to design, develop and produce electric vehicle components in-house, rather than purchase subassemblies from suppliers.

Automotive Assembly: Electric Components Open New Doors for Suppliers

Austin Weber

October 26, 2010

Automakers and suppliers are scrambling to produce key electromechanical components, such as axles, controllers, steering sytems and climate-control systems.