Lighter, More Efficient Transmissions Using Structural Plastics
Strategic partnership between transmission specialist and global chemical company creates new possibilitiesLeamington Spa, UK, 26th May 2016 – A new development partnership will improve the efficiency and reduce the weight of automotive transmissions through the increased use of structural plastics. Automotive engineering consultancy, Drive System Design (DSD) and international chemical and advanced materials company, Solvay SA, aim to make the large scale use of plastic composites in transmissions a viable solution for future vehicles. DSD is contributing the transmission know-how while