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Hitachi: Development of an Anti-Jerk Control to Improve Ride Comfort of Electrified Vehicles and Prototype of motor torque control to improve power consumption and stability of electrified vehicles

October 20, 2022

TOKYO, Oct 20, 2022 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Hitachi Astemo, Ltd. has developed a prototype of an anti-jerk control that improves ride comfort by reducing the back-and-forth jerk* that occurs when the vehicle stops, and a motor torque control (motor ABS (anti-lock braking system)) that improves electricity consumption, driving stability and a sense of security by maintaining appropriate wheel slippage during regenerative braking on slippery surfaces.Change of motor torque and vehicle velocity with anti-jerk during accelerator release* Rate of change of acceleration. When a vehicle is brought to a stop, a vigorous acceleration with vibration and shaking tends to occur, which is called jerkIn automobile operation, during deceleration when bringing a vehicle to a stop, braking force must be controlled by loosening or strengthening the brakes appropriately according to the speed, or else jerks will occur, resulting in shaking that impairs ride comfort. To solve this issue, Hitachi Astemo developed a prototype that leverages the features of electrified vehicles.Unlike the torque of an internal combustion engine, which is powered by fuel combustion, the torque of an electric motor is highly responsive to the driver's operation and can be increased quickly when accelerating or decelerating. Electric vehicles are also equipped with a mechanism called regenerative braking, which converts the torque into electric energy when the accelerator pedal is released. It quickly reduces the motor's rotation with torque and it generates electricity while uses torque for the braking force.Hitachi Astemo has developed an anti-jerk control system that takes advantage of the motor's torque characteristics and the braking power of regenerative braking. The system will suppress jerks by appropriately controlling the amount of torque to optimize the motor's braking power when the accelerator pedal is released. With this control, even ordinary drivers can easily achieve smooth stops with little jolting achieving the same results as those of a skilled driver.When driving on icy and slippery road surfaces, the regenerative braking alone could cause the tires to slip, which in turn reduces steering and driving stability. One way to avoid this issue is to stop the regenerative brake operation, which can suppress tire slippage, but this will reduce the amount of regenerated electric energy, which will worsen electricity consumption.Hitachi Astemo has developed a motor torque control technology that does not stop the regenerative brake itself, but controls the torque of the drive motor according to the driving conditions of the vehicle. The technology enables the vehicle to continue regenerating electricity even during deceleration when the accelerator pedal is turned off, while controlling tire slip and stabilizing the driving condition. This enables both regeneration of electricity and a sense of security due to improved driving stability during deceleration.The two newly developed technologies will contribute to OEM's electric vehicle development combining high driving performance with environmental performance, and thereby contribute to the popularization of electrified vehicles.Hitachi Astemo is committed to strengthening its business and delivering technological innovation through a strategic business portfolio, which consists of the Powertrain & Safety Systems business, Chassis business, Motorcycle business, Software business and Aftermarket business. Aiming for a better environment globally and growth around the pillars of "green," "digital," and "innovation," we will deliver highly efficient internal combustion engine systems; electric systems that reduce emissions; autonomous driving for improved safety and comfort; advanced driver assistance systems; and advanced chassis systems. Through such advanced mobility solutions, we will contribute to realizing a sustainable society and provide enhanced corporate value for our customers. For more information, please visit the Hitachi Astemo website: www.hitachiastemo.com/en/. Copyright 2022 JCN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)

Baguio wins FEHD contracts worth HK$482 million driving total Contracts on Hand to a historical high level

September 30, 2022

HONG KONG, Sep 30, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Baguio Green Group Limited ("Baguio" or the "Company", Stock Code: 01397.HK) is pleased to announce that it has been awarded two 3-year service contracts, worth approximately HK$482 million in total, by the Food and Environment Hygiene Department ("FEHD") of the HKSAR Government for street cleansing services in Mong Kok district and pest control services in Wong Tai Sin district commencing 1 October 2022. The new contracts drive Baguio's total Contracts on Hand to a historical high level of approximately HK$3.8 billion (as of 30 Sep 2022). Winning this new FEHD street cleansing contract highlights Baguio's position as a leading player in the Hong Kong cleaning market. The Company now provides FEHD street cleansing services in a total of eight Hong Kong districts, which have a total population of approximately 2.8 million. The newly won pest control services contract extends the Group's pest control services to four districts in Hong Kong, which have a total population over 1.2 million. These contracts not only provide solid business growth for the Group's core business over the next three years, but they also further strengthen Baguio's leading position in Hong Kong.With the HKSAR government's high emphasis on environmental hygiene, a three-month citywide clean-up campaign was launched in August 2022 with a District Matters Co-ordination Task Force set up to address and tackle district-based issues such as hygiene blackspots, street obstruction blackspots, environmental problems and cityscape improvement. As one of Hong Kong's largest integrated environmental services groups, Baguio has the capacity to provide the highest environmental hygiene standards for the HKSAR Government to create a clean and sustainable environment.Ms. Ng Yuk Kwan Phyllis, CEO of Baguio, said, "Baguio is honoured to be awarded the new FEHD service contracts for street cleansing and pest control services. These contracts reflect the Government's recognition of the Group's high professional service standards. They also provide a solid foundation for the Group's business growth over the next three years. Under these new contracts, Baguio will utilise innovative smart technologies, including high-tech disinfection and pest control facilities as well as automated intelligent cleaning technologies. Looking ahead, the Group is proud to contribute to improving environmental hygiene in Hong Kong and making Hong Kong a leaner, greener and more sustainable city." About Baguio Green GroupEstablished in 1980, Baguio Green Group (Stock code: 01397.HK) is one of Hong Kong's largest and most respected integrated environmental services groups. It provides a full spectrum of professional services including professional cleaning, waste collection & recycling, waste management, green technology, organic fertilizer and animal feed production, horticulture & landscaping, and pest control. It serves a wide range of customers in various sectors including Government departments, statutory organizations and multinational corporations. Fully committed to ESG, the Group works relentlessly to advance sustainable development and create a cleaner, greener, healthier city. Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)

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Leadrive Technology Completes Series C Financing, Legend Capital Re-upped

September 25, 2022

HONG KONG, Sep 25, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Leadrive Technology, a leading supplier of power semiconductor and motor control solutions for new energy vehicles, recently announced its completion of the series C financing. As the existing shareholder, Legend Capital continued to support this round of financing.This round of financing will be mainly used for the construction of the IGBT/SiC power module packaging production line, the operation of the rapid production of motor control products, and the R&D of the latest generation of silicon carbide power modules and motor control products.Founded in 2017, Leadrive Technology has been committed to the forward development and production of power semiconductor modules and high-performance motor control units, bringing high-quality electric power to global automotive enterprise customers and consumers. After five years of rapid development, Leadrive Technology is equipped with mature technology and product solutions in the power modules and motor control units. A variety of high-performance IGBT power modules and main-drive dual-motor controller products developed by Leadrive have been installed in several hybrid models of many OEMs, achieving mass shipments and fully entering the passenger car market. With many test indicators at the industry-leading level in vehicle testing, the silicon carbide motor controller independently developed by Leadrive has also been designated and recognized by many downstream customers in the global market. In the future, Leadrive will center on the two core electrification foundations of power semiconductor modules and motor control units, and continue to invest in advanced technology development, product platform iteration, capacity expansion, and other fields. By leveraging its technological advantages, Leadrive works with industry chain partners to empower the electrification trend of the automotive industry and make outstanding contributions to promoting the technological progress of the industry.Dr. Jie Shen, the CEO of Leadrive, said: "Currently, the company is in a critical stage of rapidly developing large-scale delivery. This round of financing will mainly be used for the construction and implementation of the company's power module packaging production line and the replenishment of working capital for multiple mass production projects. For the smooth delivery of this round of financing, I would like to thank all the new and existing shareholders for their trust and strong support. With pursuing excellence in our mind, we take it as our duty to promote the technological progress of the industry as well as to make a continuous innovative contribution to the development of the new energy vehicle industry in China." About Legend CapitalFounded in 2001, Legend Capital is a leading VC&PE investor focusing on the early-stage and growth-stage opportunities in China, with offices across Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Hong Kong, and Seoul, Korea. It currently manages USD and RMB funds of over US$10 billion in commitments, and has invested in around 600 companies, covering technology, healthcare, consumer, enterprise service and intelligent manufacturing sectors. Rooted in China, Legend Capital participated in the rise of many world-leading companies by solid investment coverage and systematic post-investment value-add. Over the years, Legend Capital has also become a widely recognized name in bridging key resources in China and overseas through cross-border activities, and a valuable partner to Chinese and overseas investors. Legend Capital values long-term sustainable investment and incorporates ESG into its long-term development strategy. As a UNPRI signatory since November 2019, Legend Capital is among the first group of top VC/PE firms in China to join the initiative. For more information, please visit www.legendcapital.com.cn/index_en.aspx and follow us on LinkedIn @Legend Capital (https://www.linkedin.com/company/legend-capital). Copyright 2022 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)

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AIRWHEEL Introduces New-Gen Robot H3TS+, Helping Elderly and Disabled People with Nursing System

September 14, 2022

AIRWHEEL Service Wheelchair Robot H3TS+ Developed for the Intelligent Health Care Market Brussels, Belgium, September 14, 2022 – (SEAPRWire) -Recently, AIRWHEEL (https://www.airwheel.net/) announces its new generation intelligent robot H3TS+, which provides the world’s growing number of elderly people and disabled people with intelligent nursing systems built with cutting-edge technology. Hopefully to help them freely control their own lives like ordinary people. As a intelligent technology enterprise based on ultra-precise technology research and development, the concept of “intelligence makes life more free” has always been the core driving force for AIRWHEEL to move forward steadily. AIRWHEEL hopes to integrate the current mature artificial intelligence technology with multi-disciplinary technology, to develop and mass produce suitable intelligent technology equipment for daily life. AIRWHEEL has built a technical system with drive control system (DCS),, cognitive intelligence and a new generation of artificial intelligence technology as the core. The ecological layout of the architecture involves intelligent manufacturing, smart home, smart transportation, smart medical care, etc. Industrial applications, as well as products and services such as wheeled robots, intelligent vehicles, intelligent terminals, and intelligent services. At present, there are 401 global patents and 169 invention patents that have been obtained, the intelligent wheelchair robot, which is an important part of Airwheel’s intelligent ecosystem, has 62 related patents. The newly released intelligent mobility robot H3TS+ integrates technologies such as remote wireless control, multi-mode human-computer interaction, flexible robot manipulation, multi-mode perception, providing users with special needs a combination of sitting and lying travel solution. As a wheeled robot transportation product, it can help users easily achieve a moving speed of 6km/h, and can cope with various types of indoor and outdoor road conditions with ease, even in highly complex situations such as narrow spaces, bumpy road sections. Its seat-reclining system incorporates an ergonomic electric joint skeleton design. Users only need to move the hand-side smart control box to easily adjust the angle of the seat to ensure that the spine, neck, head and other body parts are suitable for specific angles. It allows users to obtain the most relaxed body posture, and can meet the needs of various states such as sitting, lying, so as to realize daily movement and rest. Technology also needs temperature. In order to further improve comfort, AIRWHEEL H3TS+ intelligent wheeled robot also implements an adjustable heating and cooling seat system, allowing users to experience a comfortable temperature in hot summer or cold winter. In addition, it has also developed a multi-functional massage function to help relieve stiffness and fatigue caused by prolonged sittin . In terms of control, AIRWHEEL H3TS+ intelligent wheeled mobility robot also makes full use of Airwheel’s past experience in assisted driving, intelligent control, intelligent interaction technology, etc., and comprehensively achieves “barrier-free” for users from multiple angles. It simplifies and improves the control of the machine, realizes multiple operations such as direction, speed control, folding, etc. so that elderly can quickly get started to use. At the same time, two remote control systems are also provided: wireless remote control and smart APP to help users control the mobility robot H3TS+ without touching the wheelchair directly, such as early control The wheelchair robot can go to the bedside, store and retrieve it autonomously when traveling by car, etc. With strong R&D strength in intelligent technology, keen market insight, and rich experience in the implementation of intelligent products, AIRWHEEL has become an international manufacturer of intelligent wheelchairs. The wheeled mobility robot product has also obtained the China Class II medical device production license. At the same time, AIRWHEEL is also a smart wheelchair brand that has entered the European medical insurance system Like Italy, Poland . Some other countries Norway, the Czech Republic, Belgium, France, and Germany are on the process. The meaning of intelligent technology is to assist people to develop their potential in life in new ways and move towards the future with a more positive attitude. we believe that the advent of AIRWHEEL H3TS+ intelligent wheeled robot can help users reduce obstacles and enhance equal participation in society. The robot has become an important equipment for them to develop a wonderful life. Know more please visit https://www.airwheel.net/home/product/h3ts Media Contact Company: Airwheel Europe S.A. Contact: Jonas Email: Jonas@airwheel.net Phone: +32 494 26 71 78 Website: https://www.airwheel.net/ The article is provided by a third-party content provider. SEAPRWire ( https://www.seaprwire.com/ ) makes no warranties or representations in connection therewith. 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MHI and Mitsubishi Logisnext to Commence Provision of Automated Picking Solutions for Warehouses Based on “∑SynX”

September 1, 2022

TOKYO, Sep 1, 2022 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI) and Mitsubishi Logisnext Co., Ltd., part of MHI Group, have completed development of an automated picking system. This system integrates automated guided forklifts (AGFs), automated guided vehicles (AGVs) and palletizers(1). "LogiQ X Labo", a demonstration facility for this new logistics solution, has also opened at Yokohama Hardtech Hub (YHH), a co-creation space operated by MHI in Yokohama. Tours of the demonstration facility will be open to customers from October, to support their consideration of adopting automation and reducing manual labor within their warehouses."LogiQ X Labo", a demonstration facility at YHHUntil now, picking operations in warehouses have depended on workers pursuing efficiency through intense concentration. The newly developed picking system introduces automation and intelligence into the picking process through application of MHI's "∑SynX" (Sigma Synx) solution(2) concept currently under development. Customized application developed in-house together with an integrated control system enable efficient coordination of multiple AGFs, AGVs and palletizers. This results in fewer picking and transfer operations, optimized picking processing, and higher throughput.By automating and introducing intelligence into picking operations conventionally performed by numerous workers, the new solution helps to alleviate current shortages of logistics operators, frees workers from the arduous labor of picking heavy items, and contributes to reducing human error.Because the new solution does not require any large-scale floor construction or modifications, it can be adopted for today's increasingly prevalent multi-tenant warehouses, and can also respond to sudden changes in customer requirements.Mitsubishi Logisnext is scheduled to demonstrate how the system feeds stock pallets and delivers palletized pallets using an automated picking system comprising an AGF and AGV at Logis-Tech Tokyo 2022(3), to be held at Tokyo Big Sight commencing September 13.In the future, MHI and Mitsubishi Logisnext will continue applying the full complement of MHI Group's capabilities to the development of advanced products, including automated warehousing and shipment systems enabled by ∑SynX, providing optimal solutions to the diverse challenges facing the distribution industry.(1) A palletizer is a device that performs automated placement and stacking of products on pallets.(2) ∑SynX is MHI's standard platform for synchronizing and coordinating various machinery systems. It is a consolidation of digital technologies that enable optimized operation by making machinery systems intelligent.(3) For details, visit: https://www.logis-tech-tokyo.com/ltt/index.htmlMajor Characteristics- Automated picking system centered on AGFsIn this fully automated work system, the AGF supplies items removed from storage shelves to the AGV and palletizer. After picking, finished items are retrieved by AGV and AGF and transferred to storage shelves.- Proposal of optimum equipment configuration through logistics simulation prior to system adoptionDistribution flow is simulated prior to system installation based on the customer's historical picking data. A proposal is made of the optimal equipment configuration and layout to satisfy the customer's needs.- Optimal equipment coordination through adoption of MHI's integrated control systemAGFs, AGVs and palletizers are coordinated efficiently through use of MHI's integrated control system. The adoption of optimized logic responds to needs using the minimal number of palletizing operations.About MHI GroupMitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Group is one of the world's leading industrial groups, spanning energy, smart infrastructure, industrial machinery, aerospace and defense. MHI Group combines cutting-edge technology with deep experience to deliver innovative, integrated solutions that help to realize a carbon neutral world, improve the quality of life and ensure a safer world. For more information, please visit www.mhi.com or follow our insights and stories on spectra.mhi.com. Copyright 2022 JCN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)