All Industry 4 and Smart Factory articles – Page 8
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Calibrating the complex: Machine learning in action
Machine learning is developing into an effective tool in automotive design and engineering applications. Secondmind CEO, Gary Brotman shares some insights into how this works as the industry transitions to electric vehicles
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Renault halts industrial activities in Russia as OEMs partially resume operations despite ongoing conflict
Renault Group halted activities in its manufacturing plant in Moscow, the company announced this week
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VW commits $7.1 billion investment to expand EV manufacturing footprint in North America
Volkswagen has committed a $7.1 billion investment to boost its product line-up, R&D capabilities and manufacturing capacity in North America across the next five years.
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Mercedes-Benz opens Alabama battery plant and will partner with Envision AESC for regional cell supply
Mercedes-Benz has opened a new battery assembly plant in Bibb County, Alabama, which will build electric vehicle battery packs that will supply production of the all-electric Mercedes-EQ ahead of the beginning of series production this spring at the Mercedes-Benz US International (MBUSI) plant nearby in Tuscaloosa.
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Ford and VW expand collaboration with plans for new electric model using MEB platform
Ford Motor and Volkswagen Group are growing their e-mobility partnership amid plans to produce a new electric model based on the MEB platform for the European market. Following plans to introduce another 7 EVs in Europe by 2024, Ford also aims to double its planned MEB volume to 1.2m units across six years.
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What wireless battery management systems mean for sustainable EV manufacturing
As the demand for EVs rises and OEMs rapidly roll out units, battery component manufacturers are looking to develop vital electrification ecosystems. A factor that is increasingly central to the manufacturing of EVs is a battery framework that simplifies the production process for new sustainable models.
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ABB to supply robots for Scania's new battery assembly plant in Sweden
Scania has signed an agreement for the supply of robotics solutions from ABB for its new battery assembly plant in Sweden.
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OEMs end production in Russia over Ukraine invasion and mounting economic pressure
The Russian Federation has received a historic international response after launching a full-scale Ukraine invasion on February 24. As governments and supranational authorities look to macerate the Russian economy, several global vehicle manufacturers have ceased operations in Russia amid the ongoing conflict.
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BMW to invest $200m in new South Carolina press shop
US BMW manufacturing CEO Dr Robert Engelhorn announced that the company would invest more than $200m to build a 219,000 sq. ft press shop at its South Carolina plant.
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Where the Catena-X automotive cloud stands
The vehicle cloud Catena-X intended to provide a more integrated network for automakers and suppliers. In reality, standalone solutions have prevailed so far and made the task of networking the entire auto industry even more strenuous.
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Audi-FAW to construct new EV plant in China to meet growing demand
Audi plans to begin construction on a new plant in China for fully electric Audi models, set to be completed by the end of 2024.
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Nissan to invest $500m in converting Canton Mississippi assembly plant and meet electrification aims
Nissan will be investing $500m to convert its Canton Vehicle Assembly Plant in Mississippi into a centre for US EV production, including the INFINITI brand.
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AMS EVolution summit returns with fresh new format and guest speakers
The Automotive Manufacturing Solutions EVolution Summit returns this spring from 17th - 19th May with a brand-new format and with a mission to provide unique and exclusive insight into the world of automotive production.
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Toyota to expand US manufacturing capacity with $90m investment in North American plants
Toyota has announced an additional $90m investment in two US manufacturing facilities to expand hybrid transaxle and engine capacity for electric vehicles.
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Volvo investing $1.1 billion in Gothenburg site to support huge electrification push
In the coming years, Volvo Cars will be investing SEK 10 billion ($1.1 billion) into its manufacturing plant in the Torslanda province of Gothenburg, Sweden, as preparation for the production of the next generation of fully electric cars.
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BMW expands sources of low-carbon steel to advance 2030 sustainability goals
The BMW Group has signed a corresponding agreement with Salzgitter AG to deliver low-carbon steel.
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Britishvolt and Glencore agree to expand battery recycling capacity in the UK
Britishvolt has announced a joint venture with strategic partner Glencore to build a battery recycling ecosystem in the UK.
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Switch announces €100m manufacturing site in Spain to feed European EV market
Switch Mobility has announced the creation of a new manufacturing and technology centre in Castilla y León, Spain, to expand the electric vehicle manufacturer’s global outreach.
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Mazda resumes US production with new all-electric CX-50 SUV rollout at Alabama factory
The first 2023 CX-50 SUV has rolled off Mazda’s new Huntsville assembly line, marking the Japanese carmaker’s return to US-based manufacturing following a 10-year hiatus.
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Britishvolt signs agreement with Lotus to expand battery cell production for electric sports car
Britishvolt has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Lotus to advance lithium-ion battery cells and support the British EV car manufacturers brand targets and vehicle performance objectives.