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108 Silver Atena Intelligent eQualizer: Highly dynamic control device for innovative chassis component Silver Atena is significantly supporting the extraordinary com- fort of the SUV-trendsetter Mercedes-Benz GLE thanks to its ECU for the electro-hydraulic actuator of the chassis – the Intelligent eQualizer. Silver Atena is significantly support- ing the extraordinary comfort of the SUV-trendsetter Mercedes-Benz GLE thanks to its ECU for the elec- tro-hydraulic actuator of the chas- sis – the Intelligent eQualizer. The interconnected, active hydraulic chassis control on 48-volt basis is combined with the equally newly developed air suspension, resulting in a unique system, thanks to the use of high-performance electron- ics. The electronic control device from Silver Atena, leading supplier for electronic safety systems and power electronics, transforms the requirements of the chassis, the vehicle electrical system and the functional safety in a highly dy- namic manner. In combination with the other components of the chas- sis, this allows an extra-ordinary driving comfort … Read more … t1p.de/8hka News Control device to regulate the motor of the Intelligent eQualizer in the pro-active chas- sis of the new Mercedes-Benz GLE Fraunhofer IOSB Planning and scheduling in manu- facturing control – from shopfloor manufacturing to self-organization Efficient planning and control of entire manufacturing facilities or smaller units such as entire plants, manufacturing segments or lines has been explored in research, development and practical applications for a long time now. Basically, it is always about … ›  meeting deadlines by which ordered products are delivered to customers or even reducing de- livery times. In this context, lead times in manufacturing and assem- bly depend on set-up times and/or the availability of intermediate and final products, for example. ›  manufacturing or delivering com- ponents or final products of a qua- lity that customers expect while reducing waste, scrap and rework and/or ›  producing at competitive manu- facturing costs while continuously improving the factors that affect these costs, such as the availability of machinery and equipment, for example. In line with these three objectives, appropriate organizational and control principles have evolved over time for various kinds of manufac- turing (large-scale, small-scale and individual fabrication). Classical order-related small-scale or individual fabrication is often … Read more … t1p.de/mj0t HUBER+SUHNER High-voltage connectivity is critical for a safe journey The electric vehicle industry is accelerating at a rapid rate with the emergence of new technologies. Following growing envi- ronmental concerns, Europe is leading the electric vehicle truck market striving tomake all vehicles hybrid or electric to reach the European Union’s sustainable goals. In addition, environmentally conscious drivers are contributing to unprecedented numbers of vehicles becoming increasingly reliant on electrical power. Efficient and reliable To create a customer experience which enables reliable and efficient driving, EV manufacturers must invest in the most innovative tech- nologies to enable electric power to reach its full potential and continue to meet rising expectations. Critical to electric vehicle perfor- mance is the ability of electric power to effectively service all functions of the vehicle from reliable and safe driving to on-board entertainment. To transmit and protect power wit- hin the vehicle, electric cables must be protected and capable of with- standing a variety of environmental pressures. Any loss of connectivity during a journey could result in the interruption of driving, increasing risks on the road. With many driving conditions pre- sent throughout a journey, … Read more … t1p.de/6lt5 ITK Engineering GmbH Im Speyerer Tal 6 · 76761 Ruelzheim · Germany Phone +49 7272 7703-0 · Fax +49 7272 7703-100 info@itk-engineering.de www.itk-engineering.com With over 1300 employees, ITK Engineering is an internationally-recognized technology company that has established itself through its expertise in the digitalization, electrification, automation, and networking of systems. ITK Engineering contributes to shape the mobility of tomorrow with customized systems and software development, focusing predominantly in the area of embedded systems.