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MulticoreWare Inc. has revealed a broad collaboration with Uhnder to drive software and hardware development of Uhnder’s radar technology. The collaboration will entail MulticoreWare operating offshore development centers (ODC) for Uhnder that would include work with Uhnder customers as well. Uhnder is developing a digital automotive Radaron-Chip (RoC), which would operate at 76-81
GHz and use Digital Code Modulation (DCM). It will offer 4D High Contrast Resolution (HCR) with the capability to deliver range and accuracy not possible with other solutions currently on the market. As it aids Uhnder to develop radar technology, MulticoreWare would leverage its expertise in the development, porting and optimisation of computation-intensive algorithms running on Multicore CPUs (Central
Processing Unit), DSPs (Digital Signal Processing) and GPUs (Graphical Processing Unit). MulticoreWare, through its team in India, has delivered world-class software solutions for video compression and image processing use cases.
In a surprise move, Maruti Suzuki, under its Mobility & Automobile Innovation Lab (MAIL) program has invested in five startups. Selecting them for Proof of Concept (PoC), the OEM is keen to see the journey of startups from the concept stage to the real-time application stage. Identifying the five startups – SenseGiz for enterprise and industrial IoT products, Xane for AI, Eyedentify for automotive IoT. Enmovil for logistic analytical platform solutions, and Docketrun for AI, for their ability to develop and deliver innovative and cutting-edge solutions, the company is looking at the five startups playing a key role in the mobility and automobile space. Subjected to an extensive three months long acceleration programme, the five startups were mentored by various experts from both domestic as well as an international startup ecosystem. They also received guidance from domain experts at Maruti Suzuki and were given access to Maruti Suzuki’s testbed and facilities to understand the current scenario and suggest solutions to fit the business needs.
Having delivered more than 200 electric buses under the FAME I scheme, Tata Motors has bagged an order to supply 300 e-buses to Ahmedabad Janmarg Limited (AJL). Said to command a 60 per cent market share under FAME I, the company will supply the Urban 9/9 Electric e-bus model to AJL. To ply on Ahmedabad’s BRTS corridor, the Urban 9/9 Electric is powered by a 145 kW PMAC traction motor and has a range of over 200 km on a single charge. Capable of a top speed of 75 to 80 kmph, the e-bus measures nine-meter in length and has a GVW of 10.2-tonnes. Capable of seating 26 commuters and accommodating 13 standees, the e-bus will be deployed under the OPEX model with Tata Motors setting up the required infrastructure including fast charging and the rest of the support system. In order to ensure reliable and efficient operation, the e-bus has its critical electrical traction components sourced from best-in-class suppliers in the USA, Germany, and China. The vehicle has been tested and validated across diverse terrains.
Daimler India Commercial Vehicles (DICV) recently took action against the infringement of its brand name ‘BharatBenz’ allegedly by Pyken Industries. Accusing of selling unauthorised spare parts, Daimler has initiated legal proceedings against the latter for allegedly manufacturing and selling spare parts bearing the mark BharatBenz and in turn damaging the brand’s reputation. Delhi High court has passed an ex parte interim order against Pyken Industries, allowing court-appointed commissioners to raid two locations, namely Pyken Industries Pvt. Ltd., Ghaziabad, and BSI Sales India, Delhi. During this raid, several products, known to have been seized, include torque rod bushes, V rod bushes, king pin bearings, and oil seals to name a few. Satyakam Arya, Managing Director and CEO, DICV in his statement said that the monetary damages may be negligible but they wish to create awareness and ensure safety of the customers. “We take brand protection seriously and this legal action shows how vigorously we will always work to protect our customers and our brand reputation,” he mentioned.
Indian tyre manufacturer Ceat Ltd has launched a new and highly durable X3 series truck tyre range in India. It contains five different models called the WinLoad X3D, WinMile X3-D, WinSuper X3-D, Mile XL X3-R and Rock Max X3. Specifically designed to address the demand for durable and costeffective tyres, the X3 series consists of three radial tyres and two bias tyres respectively. While the WinLoad X3-D (10R20) provides failure-free life in highly stressful conditions, the WinMile X3-D (10R20) helps earn with every kilometer run.The WinSuper X3-D (10R20) helps you navigate seamlessly across different terrains, whereas, the Mile XL X3-R (10.00 20) is the coolest running tyre with a proposition of a longer life. The Rock Max X3 (10.00 20) offers strong grip in tough conditions.