SAE International – This week is ‘Glass week’

Are you interested in learning about automotive glass engineering? Check out the new book, “Glass Engineering: Design Solutions for Automotive Applications”!

Developed with the goal to offer effective training on the subject, this book is a must-have for those just starting to get acquainted with the world of automotive glass applications as well as those looking for the…
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It takes more than 4.5 times the energy to produce a pound of aluminum versus a pound of steel.

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It takes more than 4.5 times the energy to produce a pound of aluminum versus a pound of steel. Which of the following statement(s) about advanced high-strength steel (AHSS) recycling is/are true?
A. AHSS, like all steel, is 100% recyclable.
B. Steel remains the most recycled material.
C. Steel recycling has a large infrastructure, including 12,000 dismantlers in the United States and 300 shredders
D. Steel autos enjoy a 97% end-of-life recycling rate.
E. All of the above.

Glass Engineering: Design Solutions for Automotive Applications

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Hi Lyn, I just read your book. Well done! Congratulations! David

David Dupont

CFO chez SpectAl

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Glass Engineering: Design Solutions for Automotive Applications

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Just received this from bus window manufacturer in Quebec, Ca.:

Really great book!!
That is something my Engineering department will cherish!!!

Christian Niquet
V.-P. / Sales & Customer Care

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SAE International – This week is ‘Glass week’

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Good reading on many topics. This week is ‘Glass week’

Designing for Style© by Lyn Zbinden upcoming releases

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Is a writing machine today 🙂

Released tomorrow: 27/05/2014 Designing for Style© by Lyn Zbinden – Part 2

Designing for Style© by Lyn Zbinden http://www.autodesignclub.com/
In progress now:

1) Manufacturing Float Glass Step-by-step – 1,419 words
2) Overview of the automotive and transport glass market – 358 words
3) Main Types of Glass – 863 words

Written and submitted to my editor in Italy: BMW i8 –  683 words

Written, will submit shortly: 1) Innovative uses (this on the Ferrari and Lotus) – 679 words. 2) Polycarbonates (5 part segment) – 1,420 words. 3) Design Rules overview – 245 words. Design Rules (5 part segment) – ?? words (a lot because this is part of my book)

Teams are gearing up for the upcoming Formula SAE competition!

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Teams are gearing up for the upcoming Formula SAE competition!

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Infrared temperature sensors on a GTI race car

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Sensors

Check out the three infrared temperature sensors that are mounted with a bracket on the left-front brake caliber of a GTI race car.

Can you name 3 ways data acquisition can improve motor racing performance?

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Can you name 3 ways data acquisition can improve motor racing performance?

Flight Deck Handling Qualities Standards for Transport Aircraft (S-7)

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The Flight Deck Handling Qualities Standards for Transport Aircraft (S-7) committee is seeking technical expertise for developing standards in this area. Joining an SAE Standards Committee can help advance your career and the industry. Are you the expert we’re looking for?

For over 100 years, SAE International has provided a neutral forum for the collaboration on common engineering challenges and the development of standards, which help reduce costs, increase productivity, improve market position, and advance new technologies.
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