Zones
Zones focus on key topics where information is aggregated and organized so you can find relevant information on the topic. You will find articles, case studies, technology briefs, product announcements, supplier listings, forums, and more. You may browse or search based upon your need.
AUTOTECH ZONES
Body
From the designers that give shape and form to exteriors to the materials that are used to build bodies, here’s where you can find information about giving shape and physicality to automotive form.
Chassis
It’s no longer about linkages and structures alone. Advances in everything from shocks to steering: this is the place.
Electronics
Cars were once predominately valued in steel, glass, rubber, and aluminum. Now it’s silicon. Electronics developments drive the vehicles of today and tomorrow.
Interiors
If the exterior gets them, the interior keeps them. So designers and engineers are paying more attention than ever on everything from the textures of the materials to the ergonomics of the switches. Spend some time in here.
Automotive Lightweighting
The auto industry has made gains via engine downsizing, charging technology, multi-speed transmissions, variable valve and stop/start installations. The “less is more” philosophy evident over the past five years was in some respects the easy route compared to what lies ahead. Ongoing efforts to improve fuel economy/lower emissions need to emanate from extensive mass reduction efforts–all the while ensuring that safety capabilities are maintained and the constant shift toward global platforms continues.
Materials
Whether it is steel, aluminum, glass, plastic, magnesium , or something else, you’re going to find it in a car or truck and you’re going to find it here. Even wood. Really.
Powertrain
For about 100 years, internal combustion enginesspark–and compression-ignition types–have been dominant. But now, they’re joined by–or with–electric motors. And the ways and means to improve the performance of all types of engines are being driven like never before.
Supply Side
This zone covers the products–from spark plugs to transmissions–developed by automotive suppliers
TECHNOLOGY ZONES
Design
This zone includes interviews with top designers, information on software and design tools as well as design strategies used by automakers and automotive suppliers.
Engineering
This zone covers the materials, processes, equipment and expertise used in vehicle development, from turbochargers to transmissions.
Production
The Automotive Design & Production Production Zone consists of the hardware–tools, machining centers, grinders, etc.–that is used in automotive manufacturing.
Management
Here you’ll find information from management on the best practices and emerging technologies that help executives and companies operate more efficiently. Management matters.
CAx
The CAx Zone includes information on the software, from simulation and analysis to product lifecycle management, used in product development for the automotive industry.
