Category: Transportation
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Improving traffic signal timing with a handful of connected vehicles
Communities could reduce costs and cut vehicle emissions—all in the name of shortening your trip.
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Off-road autonomy: Automotive Research Center funded with $100 million through 2028
As automakers explore self-driving cars, the Army-funded center will figure out how to take the tech off-road through computer modeling and simulation.
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First remote testing at Mcity 2.0 conducted with Purdue and U-M researchers
Engineers in Indiana tapped the full breadth of Mcity’s testing capabilities to identify problems and refine their algorithm.
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Automotive semiconductor effort builds momentum
‘The innovation needs of the auto industry present a new set of opportunities for the semiconductor community.’
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Automated shuttle planned for Detroit starts safety testing at Mcity
The University of Michigan, May Mobility and the City of Detroit look to boost public trust in self-driving vehicle technology.
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Car country plugs in
The Midwest holds the greatest automotive workforce the world has ever known. With help from U-M’s new EV Center, it’s gearing up to power an electric future.
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US solar car places fourth in global competition
After starting last, University of Michigan team overcame major setbacks in Bridgestone World Solar Challenge.
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Experts across the aviation industry discussed routes to a sustainable future at U-M symposium
The Michigan Initiative for Sustainable Aviation assembled reps from aircraft and engine manufacturers, the airline industry, airport operations, sustainable aviation startups and more.
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Toyota Research Institute and Michigan Engineering discuss importance of long-standing partnership
As the auto industry expands beyond transportation, university collaborations are more important than ever.
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U-M at AutoMobili-D: Schedule of experts and demos
U-M highlights research that aims to enable safe, electric, connected and automated transportation and mobility.
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Perot Jain TechLab program enables entrepreneurial experience for technical students
Newly re-named and boosted with funding from Perot Jain, Ford and more, Perot Jain TechLab connects students with startups to explore new technology applications.
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A surprisingly simple way to foil car thieves
Flicking lights or swiping wipers could one day add extra security to vehicles.