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Moving at the Speed of Technology by Scott Anderson November 3, 2009 8:39 AM Jayanthi Iyeng The technology pushing advanced powertrains and electronic propulsion systems is moving … and fast. As Director and Chief Engineer of Chrysler Group LLC’s Electrified Propulsion Product Development unit, Jayanthi Iyengar’s job is keeping one step ahead of it. Iyengar’s post is equal parts theory and practice. She and her team both develop and apply electrified propulsion technology to all Chrysler vehicle applications. Specifically, Iyengar has responsibility for electrified systems development including controls, calibration, electrical system architecture, diagnostics, power electronics, high voltage batteries and battery management systems, e-motors and... Tags: Engineering , Diversity , Innovation Share Comments [0] Permalink
What’s Your Problem? by Blog Editor August 26, 2009 11:25 AM Problem solving starts with diagnosing what’s wrong, and not merely gathering reams of data on its symptoms. It sounds easy, but it can be deceptively complex. Chrysler Group LLC customer satisfaction team leaders, spanning a wide spectrum of fields – from the earliest stages of engineering, to the factory floor, to direct customer relations – came together this summer to learn from the best. The sessions, lead by two Master Blackbelt coaches, are designed to enable problem solvers, regardless of discipline, to more quickly identify, resolve and learn from problems that negatively impact products,... Tags: Engineering , Quality Share Comments [0] Permalink
Under the Pentastar: June 26, 2009 by Admin Admin June 26, 2009 1:49 PM This week's Under the Pentastar includes Eyes on Design, Cruise Nights at the Walter P. Chrysler Museum, quality improvments, and organizational changes. Tags: Chrysler , Design Talk , Jeep brand , Engineering , Sebring , Museum , Good Works , PT Cruiser Share Comment [1] Permalink
Battery Supplier for ENVI Vehicles Named by Ed Garsten April 6, 2009 8:45 AM Chrysler announced today it's signed an agreement with A123Systems for it to produce batteries that will power Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep® electric vehicles, developed by our ENVI unit. The Nanophosphate LIthium ion prismatic battery cells will be produced at a facility A123Systems plans to build in Michigan. The heart of ENVI’s battery system is a scalable battery module, as demonstrated in ENVI’s five electric-drive vehicles showcased at the 2009 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. The five vehicles included the Dodge Circuit EV, Jeep® Wrangler EV, Jeep Patriot EV, Chrysler Town & Country EV and the Chrysler 200C... Tags: Alternative Fuels , ENVI , Fuel Economy , Engineering , Going Green Share Comments [7] Permalink
Chrysler Plant Recognized as Good Environmental Citizen by Max Gates March 18, 2009 2:14 PM Max Gates works in Chrysler Corporate Communications "Clean, Green and Lean" is the motto at the Global Engine Manufacturing Alliance (GEMA) plant in Dundee, Michigan, and the plant's commitment to sustainable manufacturing has earned it a Clean Corporate Citizen (C3) Award from the State of Michigan’s Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ). The State's C3 program recognizes facilities that demonstrated environmental stewardship and a strong environmental ethic through their operations in Michigan. The C3 program is built on the concept that these Michigan facilities can be relied upon to carry out their environmental protection responsibilities without rigorous... Tags: Powertrains , Engineering Share Comments [0] Permalink