Design & Engineering Insights: Page 2

This video interview series examines the latest technologies and trends in the heavy equipment industry.
Testing
New ISO Standard Improves Safety of Forestry Equipment Operators
Custom Products Of Litchfield
Custom Products of Litchfield says the new ISO standard establishes a test method designed to ensure the safety of forestry equipment operators.
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Testing
Increased Electrification Brings Need for Specialized Testing
Drive System Design (DSD)
Drive System Design continues to expand its testing capabilities for electric vehicles and components as the need for testing and development increases.
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Trends
Solectrac Electric Tractor Provides Emissions-Free Option for Agricultural Applications
The added weight of batteries and efficiency of electric motors make farm tractors an ideal electric vehicle application.
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Engine Oil
Lubrizol Says Emissions and Efficiency Driving Lubricant Quality
The Lubrizol Corp.
As emissions regulations and OEM requirements have evolved, so to have heavy-duty engine oils to protect aftreatment systems and increase efficiency.
Lubrizol
Actuators
Volvo CE Developing Digital Hydraulic Actuator to Improve Construction Equipment Efficiency
Volvo Construction Equipment
The digital hydraulic actuator allows the creation of new hydraulic systems which can improve performance and efficiency of construction equipment.
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Power Systems
Design & Engineering Insights: Loop Energy Fuel Cell Technology Provides Long-Term Zero-Emissions Operation
Loop Energy (formerly PowerDisc Development Corp.)
Loop Energy's eFlow fuel cells generate power in a uniform manner throughout the fuel cell module to ensure long-term durability and reliability.
Loop Energy
Engineering & Manufacturing
Design & Engineering Insights: CM Labs Human-in-the-Loop Simulations Aid Design of Operator Controls
CM Labs Simulations Inc.
OEMs can use this simulation technology to test operator interface designs and get immediate feedback to make any necessary improvements.
Cm Labs
Cabin Filtration
Design & Engineering Insights: New Webasto Air Cleaners Remove Airborne Pathogens from Vehicle Enclosures
Webasto
Use of medical-grade HEPA filters makes it possible to capture the majority of airborne particles equal to or greater than 0.3 microns.
D&e Webasto
Engines
Design & Engineering Insights: Jacobs Vehicle Systems Sees Engine Brake Use Growing in Off-Highway Equipment
Jacobs Vehicle Systems
Equipment operators also require retarding capabilities which provide safe downhill travel, and gain value from the engine brakes’ ability to help reduce wear on brake pads.
D&e Jacobs
Suspension
Design & Engineering Insights: New Link Mfg. Suspension Improves Safety and Comfort for Heavy Vehicles
Link Manufacturing Ltd.
The new 85K Air Link Tandem Drive Chassis Suspension is designed to ensure vehicle stability and operator comfort in harsh applications.
Link Mfg
Batteries, Capacitors
Design & Engineering Insights: Webasto Tailors Battery Systems to Serve a Variety of Markets
Webasto
Continued expansion of Webasto's battery development team enables it to provide solutions which best fit customers application needs.
Webasto Battery Team Screenshot
Cabin Filtration
Design & Engineering Insights: New ISO Cab Air Quality Standard to Improve Equipment Operator Health
Sy-Klone International
The new ISO 23875 air quality standard for cab enclosures is designed to protect machine operators from harmful respirable particulates found outside the cab in mining environments.
Sy Klone Iso Standard Screenshot
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