‘Automotive Engineer’

An Engineeringtalk guide

Start with the news release BCT extends Resolution HMI SBC options from Blue Chip Technology, which we summarised at the time by saying "Blue Chip Technology (BCT) has followed up the launch of its Resolution HMI single-board computer kit with the release of a supporting Linux BSP and the addition of a 7in LCD module. ". Several months prior to that, we featured the news release Pressure transducers measure up to 20,000psig from Endevco: "Endevco has announced the 8511A series, a range of piezoresistive gauge pressure transducers designed for maximum reliability in extreme measurement environments. ".

In November 2009, we covered the news from Birchwood Casey - take a look at Birchwood sealants prevent rust and corrosion which says: "Birchwood Casey offers a full line of eight different aqueous and solvent-based inhibitors and sealants to prevent rust and corrosion on all metal surfaces. ".

Take a look also at the news release from National Instruments, NI expands HIL simulation platform, as well as Airchannel helps timber specialist save energy from Airchannel, and Lifebatt offers high-power expertise from Lifebatt.

Latest stories...

FAG Dtect prevents power-turbine failure at Corus (November 2009)

An FAG Dtect X1 online vibration-monitoring system has prevented the failure of a steam turbine at a Scunthorpe Corus plant, and in doing so has saved thousands of pounds in lost power generation.

Harwin Maxi clip handles 0.7-1mm wall thicknesses (November 2009)

Harwin has broadened its range of surface-mount EMI/RFI shield clips with the launch of the Maxi clip, which handles protective cans with wall thicknesses of between 0.7 and 1mm.

Turbine producer adopts NSK cost-saving programme (November 2009)

By employing a programme of material substitution and longer-life lubrication technology, NSK has achieved significant cost savings for a manufacturer of micro wind turbines.

Dynamometer helps maintain satellite position (November 2009)

Surrey Satellite Technology (SSTL) has utilised a three-component dynamometer manufactured by Kistler Instruments to simulate the operation of the positioning wheels on one of its satellites.

Vistagy announces composites design environment (November 2009)

Vistagy and Beta CAE Systems SA have announced a technology partnership that will enable manufacturers to leverage the value of composites by closely integrating analysis and design.

E-T-A to display circuit protection at show (November 2009)

At Autosport Engineering, E-T-A Circuit Breakers will be displaying a range of electrical circuit protection solutions.

HBM torque flange has measuring range from 200Nm (November 2009)

HBM has improved the performance of its T40 multi-purpose torque flange with a new rated measuring range from 200Nm.

Schaeffler offers compact FAG wheel bearings (November 2009)

The Schaeffler Group's range of FAG wheel bearings is more compact, lighter and offers simplified mounting via a self-centring, axial spur-gear teeth design.

Gamers turn to automotive engineering

A new online game for young people that encourages them to consider a rewarding career in the motor industry is in pole position to become this season's success story.
Technical website focuses automotive engineering

FISITA has developed a technical website that contains thousands of papers and proceedings from automotive conferences and events held around the world.