All Materials articles – Page 3
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NewsBridgestone commits record €207m investment in Burgos tyre plant, Spain
Bridgestone’s Burgos initiative aims to boost productivity by 20% to meet the rising demand for premium tires in Europe. By implementing automation, expanding vulcanisation capacity and introducing an automatic high bay warehouse, Bridgestone looks to leverage BCMA for enhanced operational efficiency and agility.
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ArticleAdditive manufacturing: Supporting sustainable production
3D printing is advancing, and while new materials and processes could make it more eco-friendly, experts think that component elimination may be the way forward
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NewsEU’s CEPS seeks to stimulate consumer demand for green steel shift
CEPS recommends a policy framework to boost green steel consumer demand in the automotive sector, highlighting the industry’s ability to drive the shift independently - and pass on the green premium to end-consumers
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ArticleJoin DESIGN4PRODUCTION: innovating across car design and manufacturing engineering
Automotive design and manufacturing experts will share insights at Design4Production in Munich on 15 May on how to accelerate innovation, efficiency and sustainability.
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NewsPorsche launches all-electric Macan
Porsche will build its first Porsche models on the PPE platform at its factory in Leipzig, Germany.
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NewsThe co-evolution of EVs, architectures and production processes
Electric vehicles are reshaping manufacturing norms, from platform flexibility to crash protection systems, challenging traditional designs and material choices amidst evolving battery technologies. ArcelorMittal and Gestamp dive into challenges and solutions.
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NewsTata Steel to close two blast furnaces in Port Talbot causing major setback to regional automotive production
The closures are to have a significant impact on the automotive production environment and supply chains across the region. Is the transition to green steel upsetting traditional ecosystems?
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NewsIs sodium-ion the future of battery tech? - Stellantis Ventures all-in on Tiamat
France’s Tiamat has taken the spotlight with its advanced sodium-ion battery cell chemistry, awarded by Stellantis for its potential to offer a lower cost per kWh and an eco-friendly alternative to lithium-ion. Stellantis Ventures, the corporate venture fund of automotive giant Stellantis N.V., has recently announced strategic investment in Tiamat, signaling a strong belief in the sodium-ion technology’s potential.
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MagazineAMS Winter 2023/24 – BMW’s battery boost
BMW is aiming to achieve ‘expertise in every cell’ of its generation six batteries
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NewsAdditive manufacturing and simulation technologies: an agile and resilient powerhouse in engine development
Punch Torino elevates automotive engine production through collaboration with Markforged, a leader in additive manufacturing. This partnership fuels the creation of 3D-printed tools, including camshaft locking tools and simulation technology. By tackling crucial challenges and streamlining design iterations, the partnership achieves enhanced efficiency, cuts costs and contributes to the promotion of sustainable mobility within the automotive industry. Here’s how…
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ArticleA natural fit: why the auto industry is turning to bio-materials
Bio-based materials are transforming automotive production. Natural fibres like flax, hemp, kenaf and jute provide durable, lightweight component alternatives.
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NewsPorsche partners with H2GS for green steel in sustainable production ramp 2026
Porsche adopts CO2-reduced steel from 2026 via deal with H2 Green Steel, ensuring low-emission supply just a year after H2GS kicks off in Boden, Sweden.
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ArticleHenkel powers EV evolution with cutting-edge battery sealing technology
Innovative solutions from Henkel ensure safety, reliability, and durability for EV battery manufacturers worldwide, setting new standards in performance.
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NewsBattery production and design need to be optimised together, says Volvo Trucks and ABB
Experts from the truckmaker and automation specialist pointed to the benefits of aligning battery engineering and production processes in an AMS livestream.
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NewsToyota’s advanced battery technology roadmap could be a game-changer for automotive manufacturing
The carmaker’s advanced battery technology roadmap may be set to transform EVs for automotive manufacturing; enhancing power, range and efficiency.
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Watch: The advance of automation: what next-gen vehicles and batteries mean for robotics
OEMs are transforming, transitioning to electric and connected models, but also the manufacturing operations to build these new vehicles. This creates challenges in integrating new vehicle architectures and boosts demand for more advanced automation.
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PodcastSupporting ADAS – AMS Expert Interview with Henkel
In this podcast we look at the production challenges and solutions for high-resolution camera modules in ADAS vehicles
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PodcastHeat-treatment – AMS Expert Interview with Nitrex
Jason Orosz, president of Global Heat-Treating Services at NITREX, speaks with AMS about the applications for specialist surface treatments in the latest vehicle components
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ArticleRe-evaluating recycled materials
Carmakers are increasingly looking into ways of reducing the environmental impact of their vehicle manufacture – and one way to do this is by using more recycled materials in their cars. But how can they go about this?
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VoiceMulti part integrated BIW solutions and advanced steel grades support EV production
ArcelorMittal Global R&D Head of Automotive Steel Solutions, Jérôme Favero discusses how the company’s Multi Part Integration solution is an innovation that has been driven by the challenging context of Battery Electric Vehicle production
