Tesla's Giga Press Die Castings for Model 3 Eliminate 370 Parts
WebAug 13, 2021 · Those front and rear castings each replace modules made of 70 different parts of various materials that must be fastened and sealed appropriately. Tesla has started by employing the die cast rear structure, which will be followed by the front casting and then the battery pack. Combined, the changes eliminate an amazing 370 parts, Musk said.
Designed for Disaster: The DC-10 Airliner, Part 1
WebNov 23, 2009 · The DC-10 Cargo Door. Convair division of General Dynamics, a respected aerospace company, was selected in a competitive bid process to become the DC-10’s sub-contractor for the fuselage. Convair’s forte was structures and its reputation was excellent. The initial cargo door specification called for hydraulic pressure to be used to pivot ...
Tesla Commits to 48-Volt Automotive Electrics - Design News
WebMar 7, 2023 · Tesla Cybertruck will eliminate 12-volt electrical components. Tesla. Engineers have consistently predicted that cars would shift from 12-volt electrical systems to 48-volt systems for two decades. But cost and inertia have kept 12-volt electrics in place, with the occasional targeted application of 48-volt power in high-current applications.
DesignCon 2022 Accelerates Toward Autonomous Vehicle and IoT …
WebMarch 24, 2022. 5 Min Read. Image courtesy of Informa. DesignCon, the nation's largest event for chip, board, and systems design engineers, today announced the technical sessions, speaker Q&As, and demos confirmed for the 2022 conference, which, new this year, encompasses two complementary conferences: Drive World and Embedded IoT …
Ford's New In-House Maverick Hybrid E-Motor Is 20 Percent Lighter
WebJun 22, 2021 · The EcoBoost engine can be equipped with an optional tow package that lets the Maverick tow 4,000 lbs. The Ford-designed and built electric motor is the most technically interesting detail of the Maverick and it provides benefits to both Ford and to buyers because the motor is smaller, 20 percent lighter, and cheaper than the motor in …
Open-Source Software Moves into Industry 4.0 - Design News
WebNov 8, 2020 · Manufacturers are deploying Industry 4.0 systems that enable data collection and analysis, all in the goal is improved efficiency. Higher throughput and fewer work stoppages. In the past, manufacturers hired automation vendors to implement smart manufacturing. That meant proprietary software installed by system integrators.
3D Sensing Spots the Future of Industry and Beyond - Design News
WebAug 15, 2022 · 3D imaging technologies have seen a boost in the consumer marketplace since being integrated into the iPhone’s back camera. When iPhone sales soared in 2021, the total mobile and consumer 3D camera revenue went up to about $3.6 billion or 326 million units, according to a market report by Yole Group.However, 3D sensing in mobile …
Look for Major Advances in 3DP During 2023 - Design News
WebDec 5, 2022 · These trends have been growing during the last few years. What we’ll see in 2023 is the maturity of the technology. We’ll see 3D printing take a permanent place in the choices of production methods. 3D printing companies continue to experiment with methods and materials, but the core technology has achieved acceptance in mainstream ...
In 2023, 3DP Will Become Fully Entrenched in Manufactuing
WebRob Spiegel serves as a senior editor for Design News.He started with Design News in 2002 as a freelancer and hired on full-time in 2011. He covers automation, manufacturing, 3D printing, robotics, AI, and more. Prior to Design News, he worked as a senior editor for Electronic News and Ecommerce Business.He has contributed to a wide range of …
DesignCon 2023 Engineer of the Year Nominations Are Now Open
WebDec 7, 2022 · DesignCon 2023 would like to recognize an engineer who goes above and beyond in the advancement of their field. Please nominate the exceptional engineers you know for the DesignCon 2023 “Engineer of the Year” Award.
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