Zonal architectures are intriguing to automakers and suppliers, because they promise to help reduce costs, save weight, streamline supply chains and improve production processes.
BRISTOL, England—Q5D Technologies Ltd., a manufacturer of wire harness automation equipment for additive manufacturing applications, has unveiled a robot that automatically inserts connectors into components made of metal, ceramic or polymer.
LINCOLNSHIRE, IL—IPC has formed an EV Quality and Reliability Advisory Group to address issues related to ensure design, materials, and process optimization of e-mobility electronics and interconnections.