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Defence has long been a marginal issue – for many industries, for investors and for public perception. Conflicts seemed distant, the priorities were on the
The global demand for energy is rising continuously. Increasing electrification, especially through electromobility, heat pumps, digitalization and industrial processes, requires a fundamental change in energy
The question of whether companies should align their procurement strategies on a global or local level is a key challenge in the modern economy. Global sourcing, i.e.
The automotive supply industry is changing. Driven by megatrends such as electrification, autonomous driving and connectivity, companies are facing profound changes. To stay competitive, innovation
Introduction Shaft hub connections are fundamental machine elements for the reliable and backlash-free transmission of torques in a wide range of rotating systems. They combine geometric
In the last five years, conflicts and armed conflicts have increased significantly worldwide. This development raises worrying questions: Why are there an accumulation of crises?
The return of a technology believed dead For a long time, it was considered a transitional technology – a technical crutch on the way to an
The IAA Transportation 2024 is over and has provided exciting insights into the future of alternative drive systems for trucks. A key issue was the
Additive manufacturing of metal parts is revolutionizing industrial production through innovative technologies such as Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS) and Selective Laser Melting (SLM). These
In the course of the global discussion about resource security and sustainability, the development of electric motors that do not require rare earths is increasingly
Hydrogen H₂ is considered one of the most promising energy sources for a sustainable future. The areas of application in industry, mobility, commercial vehicles, domestic and
The automotive industry is developing rapidly, especially in the field of electromobility. One of the most innovative developments is in-wheel drives, in which electric motors
The mobility transition is one of the greatest opportunities of our time not only to achieve climate targets, but also to improve the quality of
Global CO₂ emissions have risen steadily in recent decades and have a significant impact on global warming. Despite individual declines in certain regions, such as
Electric motors are at the heart of every electric vehicle (EV). They convert electrical energy from the battery into mechanical rotational energy that drives the
Electrified drives are being continuously developed. They are becoming more efficient, more powerful and better. Are DHD and ULRH an evolution or a revolution? Dedicated Hybride
Electromobility is experiencing an unprecedented upswing. Governments around the world are promoting the transition to sustainable powertrains, and car manufacturers are investing billions in new
The mobility turnaround, which was initiated with the introduction of electric cars, is at a crossroads. While electric vehicles were seen as a beacon of hope for
The article was co-authored by Dr.-Ing. Nadezda Missal, Stefanie Schwertel and Maximilian Ludwig. Based on the state of the art, the known manufacturing processes for
The forecasts for 2025 paint a mixed picture of global economic development. While some regions expect positive growth rates, other countries and markets are facing
Sustainable and environmentally friendly production solutions have long ceased to be a niche topic. One subject that’s often overlooked, however, is lubricants. At Felss, our approach
It is not only the transformation of the automotive industry towards electromobility with its particular emphasis on lightweight construction that justifies the special position of forming
Technological progress is bringing completely new possibilities to industrial production. But it is not only the number of proceedings that has increased. Sustainability requirements and