should require only minimal changes to the existing platform and powertrain components in order to minimize the impact on costs (development effort and common parts strategy) NVH   The NVH experience in the vehicle cabin should correspond to that of BEVs, which are known for their quiet operation. Packaging   The existing BEV platform should be scalable and the range extender unit should be compatible with it. ICE layout   It should be examine...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/07/17

t module Oil management module display panel   The oil management module combines an electric oil pump, filter, and thermal management system into a single unit to efficiently cool and lubricate the electric motor and transaxle. The thermal management module places emphasis on weight reduction, packaging, and NVH, and is mass-produced for a European OEM’s passenger cars.   The plastic water jacket is the same as the one used in the Nissan ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/06/26

rong collaboration between Mercedes-Benz and Aurobay Technologies, a division of HORSE Powertrain. The modularity of the engine allowed the company to redevelop only a few components - such as intake, cooling, and fuel systems, mounting oil pan and transmission - to adapt the engine to fit in a new packaging and installation.   Paired with HORSE Powertrain's 3DHT160 Hybrid Transmission, it represents a cost-effective solution with great drivabil...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/06/20

e precious metals such as cobalt and nickel, lithium iron phosphate batteries have been greatly affected by the decline in lithium carbonate prices, resulting in a significant decrease in cost. In addition, lithium iron phosphate batteries themselves have improved in energy density through improved packaging and integration methods, making the adoption of lithium iron phosphate batteries a more rational choice for downstream automakers who are un...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/06/12

mber of parts. ■Curved end shapes can also be formed as a single unit, achieving both performance and design.   Exhibit: Model of production facilities (front) Exhibit: Model of production facilities (back) Material input process Preform process STAF process Laser trim process Packaging process Material input process Preform process (CNC pipe bender) STAF process (hydraulic servo press, die setup equipment) Laser trim p...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/06/03

t voltage is 3V, the same as that of lithium-ion batteries, making them easy to use. They are also safe, being resistant to overcharging and over-discharging.   Exhibits at the venue included overcharging, reverse voltage, nail penetration test, vacuum environment demonstration, and heat-resistant packaging. The company envisions applications for the all-solid-state sodium-ion battery in semiconductor manufacturing equipment as well as in specia...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/04/08

gine emissions improvement   For a rotary engine (RE), in addition to its compact size, there is a great deal of freedom in the layout of engine accessories, which means that when combined with electric devices, it is space-efficient and easy to install. It has the advantage of enabling innovative packaging and design, and also has characteristics such as being quiet and generating little vibration.   Mazda is working with Toyota Motor Corporat...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/04/01

ayed at the 17th Automotive World - Advanced Automotive Technology Expo - and concurrent expos including the 16th EV/HV/FCV Technology Expo, the 17th Int'l Automotive Electronics Technology Expo, the 11th Automotive Components & Processing EXPO, and the 40th NEPCON Japan - Electronics Development & Packaging Expo (third Power Device & Module Expo). Kanadevia exhibit(NEPCON Japan) Dow Chemical Japan/Dow Toray exhibit(Automotive World venue...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/02/28

le components/materials, and other products displayed at the 17th Automotive World - Advanced Automotive Technology Expo - (16th EV/HV/FCV Technology Expo, 17th Int'l Automotive Electronics Technology Expo, 11th Automotive Components & Processing EXPO), 40th NEPCON Japan - Electronics Development & Packaging Expo (3rd Power Device & Module Expo), etc., as Electrification Technologies (2). BorgWarner exhibit (Automotive World venue) Sumito...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/02/27

s images and videos to be projected anywhere on the windshield. The film works by diffracting specific wavelengths of light to project images to an occupant’s eyes. Benefits include improved brightness and transparency by matching the HOE’s diffraction wavelengths to the projector and increased packaging flexibility as the projector is no longer restricted to specific locations and angles.   Hyundai Mobis and ZEISS aim to complete pre-develo...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/02/06

windshield has many advantages. It does not affect the exterior design, provides good FOV coverage and the LiDAR itself is automatically protected from external influences, so no additional cleaning is required. However, there are still some major challenges that need to be overcome, such as higher packaging requirements, heat and sound dissipation and the need for special windshields.   Overall, it can be said that the size and cost of the LiDA...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2024/12/02

flected from a TFT source placed at its base. It ensures clear visibility through high-contrast images at every light environment condition, with a distinctive appearance at a competitive cost. AMOLED displays, which provide high contrast and gamut level, reduce switching time and allow for thinner packaging. Third generation hidden displays/smart surfaces, featuring interactive and informative functions leveraging a display installed under a tra...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2024/10/31

th an electric unit, the aim is for the engine and electric unit to function optimally in their respective advantageous operating zones.   In addition, compared to conventional engines, the new engines will be more compact while achieving higher efficiency and power output, revolutionizing vehicle packaging. This allows the engine hood to be lowered even further, improving design and aerodynamic performance while also contributing to improved fu...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2024/08/30

integrated SiC production.   SiC powder materials and 8-inch wafers were on display at the expo, and STMicroelectronics demonstrated how it carries out integrated development and production from front-end processes such as SiC ingots, substrates, and epitaxial wafers to back-end processes such as packaging and modules.   SiC power MOSFET products can be supplied as bare dies (bare SiC semiconductor chips mounted in power modules at the custome...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2024/08/27

the share of ternary Li-ion batteries decreased significantly, from 61% in 2018 to 32.6% in 2023. The share of LFP (lithium-ion iron phosphate) batteries rose from 39% in 2018 to 67.3% in 2023, a significant breakthrough for lithium-ion iron phosphate batteries under the low-cost strategy. Improved packaging and integration methods help to overcome the low energy density, raising cost performance. As a result of consumer awareness, the low-cost, ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2024/07/25

ia technology demonstrator is equipped with software, sensor and compute systems from Torc Robotics, Daimler Truck's subsidiary for autonomous technology. The sensor and compute systems were adapted from systems tested on Daimler's autonomous diesel Cascadia. The eCascadia demonstrator uses smaller packaging for the sensor suite and compute systems to fit in the eCascadia's smaller day cab configuration. The compute stack, located between the dri...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2024/07/05

ll powertrain kit   Toyota also showcased two versions of a fuel cell system: a box type and a flat type. Both modules can provide up to 85 kW while operating in temperatures between -30° and 70°C. The modules have an operating voltage range between 400 and 750 volts. The two versions improve packaging flexibility options. The box type fuel cell system has a length, width and height of 0.88, 0.63, and 0.69 meters, respectively, while the f...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2024/06/19

hallenges of hybrid operation Castrol ON transmission fluids improving range per charge, while protecting components Castrol ON thermal management fluids enabling faster charging rates Castrol PATH360 circular economy strategy focusing on Saving waste by reducing plastic footprint in the product packaging Reducing carbon by using re-refined base oils in its formulations and products Improving people's lives   Michael Fleiss, CEO, Aurobay E...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2024/06/06

.7 billion US dollars by 2032. However, conventional PLA materials are often stiff and brittle. The compounding company SoBiCo, which is part of the Polymer Group, aims to open up completely new applications for the bioplastic with the development of flexible PLA copolymers. In addition to flexible packaging films and thermoplastic elastomers for urban construction applications, these materials could also be used to make injection-molded componen...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2024/05/27

ric Energy) in April 2023. Regarding "Electric Energy," Li Auto has introduced a high-voltage BEV solution, with an 800V platform enabling a driving range of 400km with a 10-minute charge. In addition, production of SiC (silicon carbide) power semiconductor chips and power modules (the power module packaging production facility (Suzhou Sko Semiconductor Co., Ltd.) has an annual production capacity of 2.4 million half bridges) will begin in 2024. ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2024/04/24