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🛴 🚗🛺🚌 Yulu enters Hyderabad, GM manufacture Origin Robot-taxi, Ola Electric drops plan to manufacture EV's, Alphabet to invest $5 billion in the robotaxi subsidiary and more on today's newsletter.. #Micromobility Sharing 🚲EV Micromobility Leader Yulu Enters Hyderabad, Its Ninth City 🚲Micromobility Ridership up by 16% in #USA hits 133 million trips, From 2019 to 2023, the cost for an annual pass rose 32% in #Chicago, 30% in #Boston and 21% in #NewYork City. New Yorkers must pay over $200 for an annual pass. 🚲#Houston begins #auctioning bike-sharing equipment, with online bids for bicycles starting at $10 🚲BIXI-Montréal inaugurated its first Carrefour Bixi, a bike repair shop connected to a larger docking station 🚲Ola Electric has suspended its electric car launch plans as the company wants to focus on its e-scooter business 🛴TIER Mobility-Dott to deploy largest fleet of 15,000 e-bikes across Paris to cater for the 15 million visitors descending on the capital for the 2024 Olympic Games. #Carsharing, #Ridehailing , #DRT and #MaaS 🚗GIG Car Share will #shutdown its carsharing service by year’s end. The company cited “decreased demand” and “rising #operational costs 🚗#Avail Carsharing startup launched by Allstate in 2018, has ceased D2C operations in #Chicago and #Denver effective July 16, 2024 🚗#Dublin City Council would like to announce the launch of its very first ‘Car Share Day’ on 24th July to increase the car share users in Dublin 🚕#Bengaluru-based StepZero Labs Private Limited has unveiled oJi Cabs, that has partnered with multiple aggregators, enabling passengers to compare fares and book rides seamlessly. 🚕FREENOW adds Incognia identitfication solution. Its device identification technology helps verifying new user and driver accounts are legitimate 🚕Grab Drops Purchase of Singapore Taxi Company Transcab 🚕Triple J Enterprises has acquired Stroll, which has become a leading ride-hailing and mobility platform on Guam. 🚕UbiRider has announced its newest implementation with MobiAzores bus service on the Island of Terceira, in the Azores, Portugal 🚐 Working with urban mobility firm Flowbird Group, the islands of Madeira and Porto Santo are bringing together three bus operators in a new network called Siga. 🚐Lorain County Transit System announces the launch of “Via LC”, a new on-demand public transit service in partnership with Via 🚐Toyota Motor Corporation opens Inclusive Mobility Park in the heart of #Paris ahead of the Olympic and Paralympic Games Paris 2024 #Autonomous Shared Mobility] 🚔General Motors has abandoned their plan to make the “Origins” – a next generation robotaxi design without a space for a driver & will continue to make robotaxis based on the Chevrolet Bolt 🚔Waymo’s parent Alphabet will invest $5 billion in the robotaxi subsidiary, making it one of the most significant funding announcements from Waymo

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"मैं समय हूँ" - Mastering the Clock Time, the relentless force, the ultimate equalizer. It's the one resource we all share, yet it's often the one we squander. Inspired by the powerful declaration, "Main Samay Hoon," of epic Mahabharata on Doordarshan- let's embrace the role of time's master, not its slave. In our fast-paced, hyper-connected world, time has become a precious commodity. It’s the silent disruptor that can either propel us forward or hold us back. As a professionals, we often juggle multiple projects, tight deadlines, and the constant influx of notifications. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed and lose track of time. How can we harness the power of time to boost our productivity and well-being? Identify what truly matters and focus on those tasks. Allocate specific time blocks for different tasks to maintain focus. Curate our digital tools and notifications to minimize distractions. Short, frequent breaks can rejuvenate our mind and improve Let’s make the most of our time and create a sustainable balance. #timemanagement #productivity #digitalwellbeing #worklifebalance #techlife

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𝐖𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐚 𝐂𝐚𝐫 𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐫? 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐮𝐬. 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐀𝐮𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐚 𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦 Co-ordinate System (CAR lines) Brief Introduction of Automotive Structure Seats Nomenclature/Terminologies Structure - Design / Nomenclature / Terminology / Process Seat as a System, Seat Complexity Matrix Seat Assemblies and JIT Information Phases of Seat Development: Ideation to launch, after Launch issues, VAVE 𝐀𝐥𝐥 𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐌𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐦 – Function Headrest –Head Restraint, Tracks, Recliner, Latches, Height adjuster. (Different types) /𝐓𝐫𝐢𝐦𝐬 -Leather /Fabric /Vinyl, Development process , Patterns, Cut/sew /𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜-Design of different types plastic’s, Valence covers Inner/outer, Recliner handle, Height adjuster handle, track end cap, Latch cover. Plastic Assembly/attachment/fixing to Structure/trim. A-surface and B-Surface requirements, Foam Crush specifications Manufacturing considerations /𝐀𝐫𝐦𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭 –Front and Rear Manufacturing consideration (Feasibility) for above all Performance criteria’s 𝐆𝐃&𝐓 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 and its parts/plastics/Foams 𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐅𝐨𝐚𝐦 Design Foam A - Surface, styling Studio inputs Design Foam B - Surface Design Trench Design, Consideration of Metal, Plastic and trims How many types of Foam are available Design Standard for Foam, Methods of foam development /Manufacture Defects in Foam Comfort analysis (Seat Pressure Mapping for Hard points) 𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧 (considering SgRP, Plastics, BIW design) CAD Preparation of Front Structure CAD Preparation of Rear Structure Kinematics for Seat Types of Structure, wrt H-Point Component of Structure Design guide line, Corelation with CAE/FEA Safety Guidelines Material used in manufacturing, Manufacturing feasibility Material details for Metal Methods used to develop structure, Standardization, CPP, Metal Radii requirement 𝐈𝐬𝐬𝐮𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐬𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦: Metal Visibility, NVH, BSR Seating Testing Preparing a sample DVP. DVPR Overview of Regulatory Requirements -AIS, FMVSS, ECE, ADR Non-Regulatory (Due Care Testing) Hand Calculation for Tests 𝐎𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐋𝐌 𝐰𝐫𝐭 𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐬𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐬 Learn these topics through 𝐋𝐈𝐕𝐄 𝐎𝐍𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐄 𝐒𝐄𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒 guided by 15+ experienced Seating Manager from top Automotive OEMs. Only limited seats available. Batch starts in May 2024. 𝐎𝐧𝐥𝐲 𝐎𝐍𝐄 𝐛𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡 𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫. Completed students can 𝐎𝐍𝐋𝐘 apply to all our client openings. We 𝐃𝐎 𝐍𝐎𝐓 𝐇𝐈𝐑𝐄 any external candidates for our internal job referrals. Comment if you are interested in becoming a complete seating design engineer and make a fulfilling career in the automotive design industry. #automotive #design #seating #trims #plastics #foam #automotive #training #placements

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From concept to reality: The impact of #boron nitride on electric vehicle design. The transformation of the electric vehicle (EV) industry is marked by several innovations, among which the utilisation of boron nitride (BN) stands out due to its profound implications on vehicle design. Boron nitride is a synthetic ceramic compound characterised by its exceptional thermal conductivity, high dielectric strength, and notable lubricity, and it has found many applications within the EV landscape. From enhancing the thermal management of plastic components to acting as a protective agent during high-temperature manufacturing processes, BN’s versatility is redefining the production trajectory of electric vehicles. Published by: Innovation News Network Supported by our Boron Partner: 5E Advanced Materials, Inc Contact: J.T. Starzecki Chief Marketing & Strategy Officer 5E Advanced Materials, Inc https://lnkd.in/eSzZwgHd #automotiveindustry #electricvehicles #evs #boron #criticalrawmaterials #criticalminerals #USA #boronproduction

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🔌🌱 The Future of EV Charging is Here, Aiming UPI(Unified Payment Interface) like mechanism to create revolution (UEI)! 🔋💡 ⏩🚗 Charging network operators and energy companies unite to revolutionize EV charging infrastructure! ➡️ 20 Energy companies form an alliance for an open energy network called 💥"Unified Energy Interface"💥 (UEI). ➡️ Member companies include ChargeZone, Pulse Energy, Kazam, Sheru, Trinity, Turbo, and more! ⏩💡 What does this mean for the EV industry? ➡️Seamless payment and transaction interoperability within EV charging networks. ➡️ Enhanced accessibility and convenience for EV drivers, regardless of vehicle brand or charging network. ➡️Fostered competition and innovation among charging point operators. ⏩🤝 Joining Forces for Global Impact! ➡️ Leading public policy think tanks and research organizations, like Rocky Mountain Institute and World Resources Institute, offer advisory support. ➡️ Dedicated to scaling transaction volumes within the UEI network for increased efficiency and reach. - Commitment to adaptability and relevance to market needs. ⏩🌍 Testimonials from Industry Leaders: ➡️Raj Kumar, Executive Director, Trinity: "UEI aims for seamless integration, improving convenience for EV drivers." ➡️Akhil Jayaprakash, CEO, Pulse Energy: "Interoperable systems are crucial for accelerating the transition to EVs." ➡️Reji Pillai, CEO, India Smart Grid Forum: "UEI will unleash a green energy revolution!" ⏩🔍 Key Features: ➡️ Endorsed by the Department of Science and Technology in their latest e-Mobility White Paper. ➡️ Built on Beckn protocol, enabling open networks like ONDC, UHI, and more. ➡️ Not-for-Profit alliance formed to fund working group and infrastructure costs. ⏩⚡️ Join the Movement! ➡️ The UEI network has already facilitated 1.4GWh of energy transactions and is poised for 100X Let's power the future of transportation together! CHARGE ZONE Pulse Energy Kazam Sheru Turbo Energy Limited ONDC Official #EVcharging #CleanEnergy #Innovation #electricvehicles #sustainability #electricvehiclesarethefuture🚀🔋 source:https://lnkd.in/gTi3HAA6

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MBSE and PLM play crucial roles in enhancing efficiency, collaboration, and innovation within the automotive industry, from initial concept development to product retirement. They enable automotive companies to manage complexity, improve product quality, and meet evolving customer demands effectively. #INCOSE #Dassault Systèmes #Siemens #Mercedes #Infosys #Accenture #FPT India #Vinfast India #KPIT #Tata Elxsi #Tata Technology #boeing #Airbus #JLR #Digital transformation

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NHAI Invites Global Expression of Interest for Implementation of GNSS-Based Electronic Toll Collection in India To provide seamless and barrier-free tolling experience to National Highway users and enhance efficiency & transparency of toll operations, Indian Highways Management Company Limited (IHMCL), a company promoted by NHAI has invited Global Expression of Interest (EOI) from innovative and qualified companies to develop and implement GNSS-based Electronic Toll Collection system in India. NHAI plans to implement the GNSS-based Electronic Toll Collection (ETC) system within the existing FASTag ecosystem, initially using a hybrid model where both RFID-based ETC and GNSS-based ETC will operate simultaneously. Dedicated GNSS lanes will be available at toll plazas, allowing vehicles using the GNSS-based ETC to pass through freely. As GNSS-based ETC becomes more widespread, all lanes will eventually be converted to GNSS lanes https://lnkd.in/gCfkdqms

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Attached below is a chat with Suvasit Shrivastava of Free Press Journal (the text here covers a short extract......the longer version is in the attachment) ‘Committed to Achieving Net-Zero Emissions' - Mohan Savarkar, Chief Product Officer, Tata Motors, while talking about the company’s plans and its focus on twin-cylinder technology Suvasit - Tata Motors has a rich legacy in the automotive industry. Can you highlight some key milestones in the company's journey and how they have shaped Tata's current position in the market? Mohan - Tata Motors, while relatively young in the automotive industry, having started in 1998, has made significant strides in its 26-year journey. Despite being younger than many competitors, Tata Motors has experienced an enriching journey, especially notable over the past four years since 2020. The company's progress has been marked by overcoming numerous challenges, with strong leadership of Ratan Tata. Recently, we have achieved a milestone of selling 5 million cars and are ranked among the top three original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in India, holding a double-digit market share. We are also a market leader in several segments, including having the highest-selling car in India. Our journey into the electric vehicle (EV) sector began in 2017, and Tata Motors has played a leadership role in this space. To date, we have sold over 1,30,000 EVs in the country. Tata Motors continues to be a leading force in the automotive sector, with our EVs making a significant impact in India. Suvasit - Can you elaborate on Tata Motors' recent focus on transitioning its cars and SUVs towards more sustainable technologies? Mohan - When it comes to sustainability, Tata Motors approaches it from multiple perspectives. We focus on areas like circularity, net-zero energy and water usage, and achieving net-zero emissions in alignment with the Tata Group’s ambitious goals. In terms of circularity, we are making sure that the materials used in our cars align with our circularity goals. Currently, 80% of the materials in our cars are recyclable or reusable, and 85% are recoverable. Furthermore, we have committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2040 as part of a global initiative. We have adopted science-based targets (SBTi) to provide a structured approach to reaching this goal while contributing to the global effort to limit temperature rise to under 2 degrees Celsius. A major part of this effort is managing and reducing the CO2 emissions from our vehicles. Our ongoing journey in the electric vehicle (EV) sector is helping us accelerate this transition and achieve our targets faster than the industry norm. Our commitment to sustainability is comprehensive, and we are making significant strides in ensuring a greener future. https://lnkd.in/gUQn8JQ7 https://lnkd.in/g3q-Gnbq

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Dear leaders EVs are going to stay as it is catering to the demand of bottom of pyramid. Lot more to be done to improve their performance , localisation and improve customer experience . EVs needs to fund capex for the R&D for its sustainability . Attached documents can be referred to for further details #ev #evindia #localisaton #siam #acma #owners #leaders

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Excellent discussion this week with Santosh Kottalgi (Ansys), centered around the latest and greatest in NVH. We covered questions such as... - Where are the current focuses to improve vibration and noise performance? - What challenges and opportunities are presented by electrified propulsion systems? - Why is it so difficult to perform effective design and simulation efforts for NVH? - Why is a systems-level approach important for NVH? - And more Check out the full episode: https://lnkd.in/gvfPaDTQ #buildingbetter

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🚗💡 Emphasizing Initial Cost of Ownership: A Critical Factor for EV Diffusion 💡🚗 ⏩ 🔍 Key Insights from IEA Report: ➡ Global EV Sales Surge: Expected to reach 17 million in 2024, up from 14 million in 2023. ➡ Regional Variances: EVs represent one in nine vehicle purchases in the US, one in four in Europe, and nearly half in China. ➡ Challenges in Europe: Weak passenger car sales outlook and subsidy phase-outs hinder uptake. ➡ Affordability Concerns: Initial cost remains a significant barrier despite lower total ownership costs. ➡ Continued Price Variability: Despite overall trends of decreasing prices, disparities across regions persist. ⏩ 📊 Importance of Affordability: ➡ Access for Majority Segments: Vital for attracting early and late majority consumers. ➡ Addressing Disparities: Crucial to ensure equitable access to EVs globally. ➡ Incentive Programs: Needed to offset initial costs and encourage adoption. ⏩ 🔌 Charging Infrastructure Challenges: ➡ Meeting Growing Demand: Expansion needed to accommodate increasing EV numbers. ➡ Enhancing Accessibility: Focus on making charging points more widespread and convenient. ⏩ 🌱 Powering the Future Together: ➡ Collaborative Efforts: Industry, policymakers, and communities must work together. ➡ Driving Sustainability: Transition to EVs pivotal for a greener, cleaner future. ➡ Accelerating Change: Prioritizing affordability and infrastructure expansion to propel EV adoption. Let's drive change towards a more sustainable future! 🌍 International Energy Agency (IEA) #ElectricVehicles #Sustainability #Affordability #ChargingInfrastructure Source: https://lnkd.in/gesXHzYP

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During Simulation World this year, we heard from Santosh Kottalgi on how to optimize your automotive designs for superior NVH performance. Request a free copy and re-watch the presentation to discover how you can take control of Noise, Vibration, and Harshness (NVH) with Ansys Multiphysics solutions. From improving passenger comfort to reducing noise pollution, this on-demand webinar dives deep into the critical aspects of NVH analysis. Don't miss this chance to enhance your vehicle designs with next-gen simulation tools! Watch now: https://ansys.me/3TsZuw7 #Ansys #Multiphysics #Simulation #AutomotiveInnovation #Engineering

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Mr. Radha Krishnan, Founder and President of #DetroitEngineeredProducts, shares his expertise on the evolving role of CAE in the #automotive industry in ELE Times and TimesEV! Discover how #CAE is crucial for optimizing #EV systems, including battery management and thermal performance. Learn about our latest innovations and how we tailor solutions for both large OEMs and niche players. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gMTs9vUu #AutomotiveEngineering #ElectricVehicles #BatteryManagement #ThermalPerformance #DEPMeshWorks #SmarterSolutionsRealized

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What if designing better EV batteries could be faster, more accurate, and cost-effective? At the Symposium on International Automotive CAE – Road to Virtual World (RVW), Tirupathi Rao Althi Ph.D and Manu from KPIT introduced a innovative approach using Generalized Neural Network Regression (GNNR) – a solution that’s reshaping how we optimize thermal efficiency in lithium-ion batteries. By reducing simulation time without compromising accuracy, their work is not just driving innovation but also setting new standards for EV battery design. Let’s engineer a sustainable future together. SAE International #KPIT #Innovation #ReimaginingMobility #Symposium

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Wonderful article by Jyoti Malhotra . Range anxiety...a strong point for slow EV adoption.. more to add.. 1-Local /start up based charging set ups across India 2- Innovative batteries with better charge hold and improved efficiency 3-Weight optimization , styling muscular body with increased section modulus 4-In built renewable green energy charging specially solar 5- Friction(less) tyres and aerodynamics at best 6-Smart AI based control features for optimum motor speed to wheel speed 7- Flexible wheel base to make same car 2 seater or 4 seater...( ?? )..🙂 Anish Shah Arvind Saxena Chetan Maini Sulajja Firodia Motwani

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Continental Prashanth Doreswamy #continentalindia #transportation #research #roadsafety #alerting #maps #innovation #creativity #safety #innovativesolution #research #ai #technology #solution #artificialintelligence #techsolution #tech #idea #safetysolution #smarttech Resected sir this facility of Alerting Displaying for few seconds Drive safely And Reach Safely when ever Maps on or following will make more Alert For while Driving or Riding to maintain safety and reduce speeds provides better facility and safety and helps in maintain safety speeds over vehicles, Reduces accidents also due to any reason provides better alerting system even Also During Fog or any .my research innovative solution of idea

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Do you want to know how #TRIZ helps to predict the next system evolution? Hear from the Mahindra Group R&D team. #BharatTRIZutsav® #2024 #TRIZ #casestudy #identifying #Defining #Nextgen #Title: Analysis of Automotive suspension System Developments – TESE Based Approach #Abstract: The evolution of automotive suspension systems has been a critical factor in development of vehicle performance, safety, and comfort. This paper aims to study the evolution trends of automotive suspension systems using TRIZ-based Trends in Engineering System Evolution (TESE) methodology, wherein the trend of completeness, trend of energy consumption, trend of coordination, trend of increasing ideality, trend of uneven development, trend of transition to supersystem, trend of transition from macro to micro level, and trend of increasing su-fieldness, are studied for the automotive suspension systems’ evolution. The road handling of automotive suspension system is considered as the Main Parameter of Value (MPV) since it directly affects vehicle performance and customer experience. To know about, register to the conference: https://lnkd.in/gTF8Bck5 For group bookings, write to atti@trizti.org Shankar Venugopal Dr. Vinodh Mewani PhD Muthu Senthilkumar Prateek B. Sergey Yatsunenko Sergei Ikovenko Błażej Czajkowski Yury Fedosov Sergey Logvinov Alp Lin

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EV manufacturers and government body : Put equal efforts on charging infra and alternate energy source for charging . Scrap management to be placed nationally. Government must become strongly active from today . Evolve efficient public transport targets for OEM's Involve a panel of experts , OEM , Academia , Policy makers. Track weekly plan status for net zero targets . Anish Shah Shenu Agarwal Bhavish Aggarwal Deepinder Goyal Chetan Maini Pawan Goenka Nitin Gadkari Nirmala Sitharaman Piyush Goyal Narendra Modi We are entering into another population problem .

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If automotive and aerospace engineering, research and development is your thing, then you have to read this in-depth analysis of Tata Technologies' success story in the Forbes India issue dated 17th May courtesy Naini Thaker. In her words, "Over the last 35 years, Tata Technologies has been pushing the boundaries of innovation, and turned into a global engineering research and development (ER&D) powerhouse." In this exclusive interview Warren Harris CEO of Tata Technologies speaks about being a part of the Tata Group and much more. The edgy pictures are courtesy mexy xavier

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