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GM using Autodesk software, AI and cloud computing for vehicle lightweighting

2018-05-09T12:47:30Z

3D-printed seat bracketImage: GMGeneral Motors has described how it is using generative design software from Autodesk in its next-generation lightweighting programme, and how this is helping the development of more efficient alternative-propulsion and zero-emission vehicles.Using cloud computing and AI-based algorithms, multiple permutations of a component can be explored and ...

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At Porsche Classic, printing spare parts in 3D

2018-02-21T10:05:44Z

Replacement parts for the Porsche 959 may be produced with 3D printers (Photo: Porsche)Porsche has started using 3D printers to produce rare spare parts for classic vehicles.The German premium sports car maker said classic models have around 52,000 parts, most of which only need to be made in small ...

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Digital twins play a role in all digitalization projects but data consolidation slows down implementation

2018-01-04T07:24:00Z

Digital twins are shaping up to be a key tool as automotive companies proceed with digitalization across the entire value chain. But it’s not easy to get a handle on these virtual representations.

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Apps in manufacturing on the rise

2017-12-18T12:51:00Z

Apps and micro-services have considerable potential for automotive manufacturing, but are not always the first area of interest for software developers.

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Thyssenkrupp opens 3D manufacturing tech center

2017-09-06T11:19:00Z

Additive manufacturing offers a seamless digital process from 3D data to finished product (Photo: Thyssenkrupp) Hoping to industrialize a new manufacturing technology, Thyssenkrupp has opened a technology center for 3D printing or additive manufacturing. The German engineering and steel group, a major supplier to the auto industry, said ...

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CES Asia - Shanghai

2015-04-29T14:08:12Z

Audi CEO Rupert Stadler will hold a keynote address at CES Asia (Photo: CES)The international CES is staging an Asian version of its flagship Las Vegas consumer electronics trade show in Asia this year. CES Asia will take place in Shanghai May 25 through 27.One of the keynote speakers ...