EVs
Russian Railways Unveils New DP2D Push-Pull Diesel Train
Russian Railways has introduced the DP2D, the country's first push-pull diesel train, designed for non-electrified routes with a top speed of 120 km/h.
October 15, 2026, 04:36 PM·iXBT.com
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Money
T1 and Bauman University Launch Engineering Software Lab
T1 IT holding and Bauman Moscow State Technical University have opened a laboratory to develop engineering software and electronics, aiming to bridge the talent gap in microelectronics.
CNews.ru
AI
Ascon and Lazurit Partner to Test New Shipbuilding Software
The Lazurit Central Design Bureau will test Ascon's new Digital Shipbuilding Platform on an Arctic tanker project to advance domestic software adoption in the industry.
CNews.ru
Money
Solvera Secures $6.3 Million to Automate Engineering Design
Oslo-based engineering startup Solvera has raised $6.3 million in a pre-seed round led by Seedcamp to scale its AI-driven design services.
Tech Funding News
Money
Solvera Secures $6.3 Million for AI-Driven Engineering Services
Oslo-based engineering startup Solvera has raised $6.3 million in a pre-seed round to scale its AI-native business model for the construction industry.
Tech.eu
EVs
DeLorean Enters Airspeeder Racing Series With eVTOL
DeLorean is entering the Airspeeder racing series with an electric vertical take-off and landing vehicle, planning to develop a new model for the 2027-28 season.
Electrek
AI
The Hidden Costs of AI-Driven Development
AI agents enable rapid implementation of complex tech stacks, but reliance on them can lead to architectural bloat and a loss of engineering expertise.
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EVs
The Role of Compression Ratios in Modern Engine Efficiency
Automakers are increasingly adopting higher compression ratios in internal combustion engines to boost power and fuel efficiency simultaneously.
CarScoops
Hardware
New IEC Standard for Electrical Relay Coil Testing Released
The International Electrotechnical Commission has released a new global standard for electrical relay coil testing, developed by an international team led by Chinese experts.
IT之家
Hardware
China Unveils First Embodied AI Subway Train VELLINK
CRRC Changchun Railway Vehicles has unveiled VELLINK, China's first subway train powered by embodied AI, featuring advanced weight reduction and energy-efficient systems.
IT之家
EVs
Honda Unveils Global Hybrid Strategy for 2027
Honda will roll out its new Honda Hybrid system globally starting in 2027, with plans to equip 15 models across three key regions by March 2030.
Motor1.com
EVs
Bugatti Validates Tourbillon Cooling Systems in Extreme Climates
Bugatti has concluded extreme weather validation for the 1 800-HP Tourbillon hypercar, confirming its cooling systems can handle temperatures ranging from -30°C to over 50°C.
Motor1.com
Hardware
WorMa Robot Navigates Terrains by Shifting Internal Fluid
Researchers at NYU Tandon have developed WorMa, an amphibious robot that uses internal fluid displacement to navigate complex terrains including slopes, stairs, and water.
cnBeta.COM
Hardware
Boston Dynamics Replaces Five-Finger Design with Four-Finger Manipulator for Atlas
Boston Dynamics has redesigned the Atlas robot's hand, opting for a four-fingered, 13-degree-of-freedom configuration optimized for industrial tool manipulation rather than human-like anatomy.
iXBT.com
Hardware
Converting a Quad Bike into a Robotic Platform
A developer has converted a quad bike into a mobile robotic platform, utilizing its existing drivetrain and suspension while upgrading the steering and sensor systems for ROS compatibility.
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Hardware
Mach Initiative Aims for Speed Record With 3D-Printed Jet
British engineers from the Mach Initiative are preparing a 3D-printed radio-controlled jet, the Kingchaser, to attempt a world speed record of 988 km/h.
iXBT.com
Hardware
The Mach Initiative Aims for Speed Record With 3D-Printed Jet Aircraft
The Mach Initiative is testing a 3D-printed jet-powered aircraft, the Kingchaser, aiming to reach Mach 0.8 and break the speed record for model aircraft.
Tom
EVs
Engineering Analysis of the Zunjie V800 Brake Pedal Failure
The Zunjie V800 brake pedal bracket fractured during testing at 1612 N, sparking industry debate over design redundancy, material limits, and the impact of shortened vehicle development cycles.
cnBeta.COM
Hardware
Harley-Davidson Converted to Jet Power Hits 60 MPH
YouTubers have successfully converted a Harley-Davidson motorcycle to jet propulsion, achieving 60 mph using two micro-turbines instead of a traditional engine.
Carscoops
Hardware
The Science of Pitot Tubes: How Aircraft Measure Speed
A look at the mechanics of Pitot tubes, the sensors responsible for measuring aircraft airspeed, and why their readings often differ from true flight speed.
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