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January 2001
January 2001

  • Watching the Wind Blow
    Computational fluid dynamics programs are often cumbersome and erratic, which limits their usefulness. Exa Corp. claims its PowerFLOW aerodynamics software eliminates these problems, and creates a simulation tool that not only replicates wind tunnel testing, but accurately models airflow.
  • Simulation: The Real Story
    Simulation software used to focus on getting materials handling systems to run properly. Now features are functions are pushing simulation into the operational aspects of factory automation.


  • Power Grid
    The Aurora V8 used in the Indy Rating League has (1) won every IRL Championship, and (2) claimed victory in all but two races. Right now GM Racing is busily transforming this engine. And, oh yeah, it's now a Chevy.


  • Saleen's mass customization approach
    Steve saleen has transformed the southern california tradition of car tuning into a science. his facility takes off-the-shelf fords and hones them into performance vehicles in a systematic way that owes more to the assembly plant than to the body shop.


  • Achieving EXCELLENCE–In Short Order
    Some companies talk about becoming lean. And they even practice some elements, too. Few companies go for the transformation in a big way. A great example of a place where this is happening (not “has happened,” because lean is a state of becoming, not of being) is the Benteler Automotive Hagen Drive Plant.Here’s a look.

    COLUMNS

  • Gary Vasilash - Marginal: The Industry
  • Ted Pollock - On the Management Side: How Do You Look To Your Boss?
  • John Ettlie - Issues and Analysis: Ford Post-Nasser
  • Martin Piszczalski - Information Technology Update: Global Logistics Issues
  • Gary Vasilash - On Cars: Into the Matrix
  • William Kimberly - Euro Auto: Bright Ideas
  • Brett Smith - Automotive Observations: Acknowledging Innovation
  • Gary Vasilash - On Materials: Material Driving Powertrain Production: Compacted Graphite Iron
  • Scott Upham - On The Indusry: The Return of GM
  • Christopher Sawyer - The Dudder: Absolute Proof



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