FUNCTIONAL SAFETY STANDARDS TOP PRIORITY FOR FUTURE AUTOMOTIVE DEPLOYMENT

Increasing levels of electronic content in vehicles result in a large amount of software that is required to run the scenes behind the mechanical aspects of a vehicle. Electronic systems in automobiles are part of every section, from the powertrain to comfort and convenience systems as well as all types of safety equipment. This makes electronics and the software running these systems a critical part of the equation for future mobility solutions. In addition, putting standards in place to measure methods of developing, testing and functioning of such electronic systems also becomes highly relevant.

SAFETY IN ELECTRIC AND AUTONOMOUS CARS – SIMULATION OF COMPLEX CRASH SCENARIOS

Electric and autonomous vehicles allow for novel seating arrangements and packaging strategies, presenting new safety challenges. Physical crash testing must be supplemented with virtual simulation to ensure vehicle safety on shorter development cycles. With its Simcenter Madymo MBS software, Siemens provides improved runtimes and the Active Human model, enabling accurate and rapid occupant safety analysis in complex crash scenarios.

KIA SONET – A MIGHTY OFFERING IN THE COMPACT SUV SEGMENT

It wouldn't be wrong to say that Kia Motors India has taken the Indian market by storm in less than 12 months of its presence in the market.

2020 Honda City – More Refined, Plusher, Well-Equipped

For over two decades, the Honda City has remained one of India’s most favourite sedans.

Realising An All-Electric Future Over The Next Decade

A Greenpeace report early last year reported that a shocking 22 out of the world’s 30 most air-polluted cities are in India.

REQUIREMENTS FOR OPERATING MATERIALS APPLIED IN HYBRID POWERTRAINS

The fundamental change in the automotive industry from conventionally-powered vehicles to increasing electrification and fully electric powertrains is a challenge also for the development of operating materials. In this challenging environment, APL contributes with core expertise for internal combustion engines, as well as for hybrid electric vehicles in the areas of electric motors, power electronics and batteries, to support the evolution of alternative fuels and lubricants.

FREUDENBERG ENABLING CLEANER, CONNECTED INNOVATIONS ACROSS AUTO INDUSTRY

The Freudenberg Group is a large conglomerate comprising of numerous companies that it has acquired over the decades. In India, the group has been expanding organically with its innovative products and solutions. This report takes a look at the developments and innovations of the Freudenberg Group companies in India in pre COVID times. Barring SurTec, we spoke to representatives of Freudenberg NOK Sealing Technologies, Freudenberg Filtration Technologies, Klüber Lubrication + OKS and Corteco to provide an overview of Freudenberg’s role in the automotive context in India as well as the new innovations being developed across segments of the industry.

ADAS ROUNDTABLE DELIBERATES ON ROADMAP FOR INDIA

The Mathworks-powered virtual roundtable threw up insights about the challenges and opportunities associated with ADAS

METAL 3D PRINTING DRIVING ENHANCED POSSIBILITIES OF ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING

The adage ‘change is the only constant’ holds true across all segments of life, including manufacturing.

TULA DEVELOPING DYNAMIC SKIP FIRE TECHNOLOGY FOR ALL ENERGY SOURCES

Ever since its introduction to the market in 2019, Silicon Valley-based Tula Technology’s innovative cylinder deactivation technology, Dynamic Skip Fire, has found increasing acceptance in the North American market, with General Motors selling over half a million units featuring this proprietary technology. In its effort to further improve vehicle fuel efficiency and emissions, the company has now collaborated with global power leader Cummins on a significant technical demonstration of diesel Dynamic Skip Fire (dDSF). DSF as a technology, nonetheless, is not limited to petrol and diesel alone.

USAGE OF VEHICLE, DRIVER DATA TO IMPROVE USER EXPERIENCE

The road vehicle is becoming more and more a digital platform. It generates torrents of potentially valuable data via a multitude of on-board sensors that process information from GPS to lidar. The challenge for the automotive industry as well as IT service providers like Ness Digital Engineering is how to transform thousands of gigabytes of raw data into useful insights and new business revenue. When it comes to the ways connected passenger cars will transform and improve the customer experience, the players are just beginning to envision the possibilities.

V2X CONNECTIVITY DEMANDS IN THE E/E ARCHITECTURES OF INTELLIGENT VEHICLES

The connection of vehicles with other vehicles and the environment is a strong trend. Connectivity offers many advantages, especially for increasing traffic security. However, differing standards and added costs act to slow down implementation. TE Connectivity describes the aspects, which have to be addressed for faster and easier implementation when integrating V2X into a vehicle.

OPTIMISING CHASSIS SOLUTIONS FOR ADDRESSING EVER-EVOLVING MARKET REQUIREMENTS

The considerable developments happening in the area of chassis will be largely driven by overwhelming focus on driving improved fuel economy, emission reduction, safety and comfort.

PREDICTIVE CHASSIS CONCEPT FOR PASSENGER CARS

The chassis has consistently played a key role in the future of the automobile. End customers want a dynamic driving experience without forgoing dependability. However, at the same time, automated functions increase demand for comfort, which car manufacturers and suppliers must in turn satisfy. Individual components can no longer satisfy these varied tasks alone. ZF therefore relies on the optimised combination of chassis systems.

CHASSIS SYSTEMS GAINING TECHNOLOGICAL ADVANCEMENTS; PLAYING ACTIVELY IN SAFETY

Any vehicle, be it two, three or four-wheelers, or for that matter even an off-highway vehicle or farm equipment all require certain basic components to function. The driveline is what makes a vehicle move and stop, the bodywork, exteriors, interiors, electronics and safety systems provide functionalities of their own. However, all these parts and components need to be placed on a frame or require to be held together strongly, for which the chassis is the base. There may be multiple types of chassis, such as ladder-on-frame, monocoque, space or hybrid, but they all perform the same role of providing the platform for all other components of a vehicle to be assembled on.

BLU SMART MOBILITY OPTIMISING ELECTRIC RIDE-HAILING SOLUTIONS

Shared mobility is steadily gaining prominence across the globe, especially in cities that are witnessing a growing reluctance among vehicle owners to own a vehicle. In fact, the growing congestion across city roads that leads to driver fatigue is prompting many to avail shared mobility services. In the Indian context, consumers have warmed up to the concept of shared mobility services offered by cab aggregators such as Ola and Uber.

2020 HONDA CRF1100L AFRICA TWIN – REDEFINING ADVENTURE BIKING

Offering a manual transmission option along with dual clutch transmission as well as a bigger engine packed with more power and a variety of electronic upgrades, Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI) has a fresher adventure machine for venturesome riders.

TRANSMISSIONS – EMBRACING TODAY

Techniques to transmit power to the wheels in a vehicle have changed significantly with the new mobility paradigms. The types of transmissions are ingeniously evolving and adapting to cater to this changing ecosystem. The ecosystem for an autonomous vehicle, shared mobility, electric mobility, XEV or a flexible platform is different from that of the conventional vehicles.

RISE OF CONNECTED COMMUTE

The Bluetooth technology was developed in 1989 by Nils Rydbeck, CTO, Ericsson Mobile in Lund, Sweden for the purpose of designing wireless headsets. The possibilities were endless and within a decade, the first consumer Bluetooth device was launched in the form of a hands-free mobile headset, followed by the first Bluetooth-enabled mobile phone, which hit the market in 2001.

Is Blockchain-Based Central Battery Grid The Road Ahead For EVs?

We are already in the second decade of the 21st century, and whether electric vehicles (EV), the future of commute, will hog the mainstream global automobile market remains a debatable topic even now.

POWERTRAIN STILL AT ITS CORE, BOSCH EYES OTHER MEGATRENDS

Leading automotive Tier 1, Bosch has reiterated its commitment to the Indian market and to the transformations that the industry is currently undergoing with innovative, affordable and future-ready solutions both for conventional and future mobility. At a recent media interaction, the company gave us a sense of its future lookout, and showcased some of its technology highlights.

EMISSION CONTROL TECHNOLOGIES COMBINE R&D WITH FUTURE TRENDS

The automotive industry is gearing up to adopt technologies that enable reduced levels of emissions from vehicles, especially since this is one of the most easily blamed industries, when it comes to increasing pollution.

DICV MARKS TRANSITION TO BS VI NORMS WITH PURE SCR TECHNOLOGY

Daimler India Commercial Vehicles’ (DICV) BS VI-compliant medium and heavy-duty BharatBenz trucks and buses will offer Indian customers solutions they need for the future.

Future Mobility Innovations Take Centrestage At CES 2020

The recently-held Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2020 in Las Vegas, US, focussed on new-age technologies that are poised for mainstream adoption. Like the preceding editions of CES, this year’s event also witnessed a whole range of technologies revolving around future mobility solutions.

“CHARGING INFRASTRUCTURE WON'T BE AN ISSUE IN INDIA IN TWO YEARS' TIME”

With the recent unveiling of the Nexon EV SUV – its second EV offering after the Tigor EV – Tata Motors has demonstrated a strong commitment to building a portfolio of products aimed at the promising electric mobility market in India. In an exclusive interview with Auto Tech Review, Shailesh Chandra, President – Electric Mobility Business & Corporate Strategy, Tata Motors talks about how the company is girding up its loins to meet EV aspirations of Indian consumers as well as other challenges facing the industry.

METHANE-POWERED MILD HYBRID POWERTRAIN

Methane-based fuels have the potential to make significant short-term contribution to reducing CO2 emissions from road transportation. Since natural gas is already available as a standard energy source, Ford has developed a modern, hybridised methane dedicated combustion engine and investigated its potential.

DIGITAL TEST FIELD FOR CONNECTED MOBILITY

In order to pave the way for future mobility, the development and testing of automation as well as the connection of all road users is necessary. With the Aldenhoven Testing Center, RWTH Aachen University and Vodafone have set up a mobility test field equipped with all relevant communication technologies and a variety of track elements.

ENERGY MANAGEMENT FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLES

With the increasing demand for e-cars, energy distribution is also becoming increasingly important. In this article, NXP shows the relevance of battery management systems and functional safety as key components.

KIA'S INDIA PLANT TO BECOME A VITAL COMPONENT OF GLOBAL NETWORK

One of the newest entrant to the Indian automotive industry, Kia Motors India has made rapid progress in the short time it has been in the country. Its first, and by far the only product – the Seltos SUV – has been a runaway success, and sometime soon, the company will bring to the market its premium MPV, Carnival. With exports scheduled to commence soon, the manufacturing facility in Anantapur district of Andhra Pradesh will be a busy hub of activities for the Korean major, and will become one of the group’s key locations.

AI & ETHICS – WHEN AUTONOMOUS VEHICLES MAKE MISTAKES

The decision paths within a system with artificial intelligence (AI) are unfathomable. Mistakes are difficult to comprehend, but can lead to serious errors and ethical questions. In the article, Orange Business Services shows why explainable AI is needed for the responsible handling of AI and why blockchain could be a solution.