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The future value of automobiles will undoubtedly be created through software. Whereas software contributes about 10 percent of the added value today, it is expected to rise to 40 percent by 2020…

This guideline provides lessons-learned, experiences and best practices related to the application of ISO 26262 for the development of software.  Version 2

The First Act to amend the German Battery Act (BattG2) was published in the Federal Law Gazette I No. 50 of November 09, 2020. This act changes the Battery Act of 2009. The amendments will come into…

The first recommendation is "The Digital Nameplate". As a partial model of the asset administration shell, it makes all relevant information including certificates and documentation available in…

Information on door signs in escape and rescue routes.  Relevant standards and regulations and  other aspect to be considered. 

The electrical industry’s view on Europe’s recovery post-Covid-19 and future industrial strategy In Europe, the current crisis has intensified a political discussion about the state of the…

The electrical industry’s requirements for Common European Data Spaces Networked products and new storage options enable companies to process huge volumes of data. Collected via platforms,…

On December 5, 2019, the EU Commission published the regulations on the new energy labels for washing machines, tumble dryers, dishwashers and refrigerators and wine storage appliances. In this…

ZVEI participates in EU Impact Assessment for the Battery Directive  The revision of the EU Battery Directive 2013/56/EU is gathering pace. The EU Commission has announced a proposal for…

The heat generation an derating curves specified by manufacturers in cylindrical cable and contact system data sheets are still frequently used in modern wiring harness design. This is why the 3D…