Sophisticated fluid mechanics model: Space–time isogeometric analysis of car and tire aerodynamics
The complex aerodynamics around a moving car and its tires are hard to see, but not for some mechanical engineers.
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Carbon fiber structural battery battery paves way for light, energy-efficient vehicles
When cars, planes, ships or computers are built from a material that functions as both a battery and a load-bearing structure, the weight and energy consumption are radically reduced. A research group at Chalmers University ...
Sep 10, 2024
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Merlin Labs develops autonomous 55-craft King Air fleet
Inspired by a close encounter with a fellow aircraft during his years as a novice pilot, Merlin Labs founder Matt George found himself drawn to the idea of applying ground transportation safety methods to air traffic. Now, ...
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A reinforcement learning framework to enhance the ramp merging capabilities of autonomous vehicles
While many automotive companies are now invested in the development of self-driving cars, the vehicles created so far have not yet attained the safety levels necessary for them to be deployed on a large-scale. For this to ...
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Location of MV Blythe Star shipwreck found, ending 50-year mystery
An investigation by CSIRO research vessel (RV) Investigator has confirmed the location of the wreck of the MV Blythe Star.
May 15, 2023
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Study conceptualizes energy efficient, wireless charging roads
Wireless charging roads equipped with energy storage systems are promising electric vehicle solutions by virtue of their strong advantages in time saving and reduced pressure on the existing power infrastructure, according ...
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Resting found to boost performance of lithium metal batteries
Next-generation electric vehicles could run on lithium metal batteries that go 500 to 700 miles on a single charge, twice the range of conventional lithium-ion batteries in EVs today.
Feb 7, 2024
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An electric vehicle battery for all seasons
Many owners of electric vehicles worry about how effective their battery will be in very cold weather. Now a new battery chemistry may have solved that problem.
May 17, 2023
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Driving into old age
Worldwide the number of drivers over the age of 65 is increasing rapidly. As such, there is an urgency in the need to design vehicles that are ergonomically suited to this demographic to accommodate physical ailments and ...
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Half of Uber, Lyft trips replace more sustainable options
More than 50% of ride-hailing trips taken by surveyed riders in California replaced more sustainable forms of transportation—such as walking, cycling, carpooling, and public transit—or created new vehicle miles, according ...
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