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Seminar Announcement: Cutting-edge Automotive Mechanisms in the Era of Autonomous Vehicles and EVs

The IIIR Technical Education Institute is hosting an exciting seminar designed for individuals interested in understanding the intricate mechanisms behind power units, powertrains, ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems), and the cognitive processes involved in autonomous driving. This day-long seminar offers attendees a chance to grasp essential topics that are critical in today's automotive landscape.

With the evolution of technologies in electric vehicles (BEV/FCEV/hybrids) and advanced driving assistance systems, the automotive industry demands not only a basic mechanical understanding but also a cross-disciplinary knowledge base that includes electric power units, control mechanisms, sensors, and communication systems. However, one of the significant hurdles facing professionals is the limited opportunities to learn these diverse areas in a structured manner.

Seminar Overview

• - Seminar Name: Mechanisms of Cutting-edge Automobiles in the Autonomous Vehicle and Electric Vehicle Era
• - Format: In-person at IIIR Headquarters Seminar Room, Online (Live and Archive available via Zoom)
• - Date & Time: July 21, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Live/On-site); Archive available from July 24 to August 7
• - Registration Fee: 39,600 JPY (tax included) per person (discounts for multiple attendees available)
• - Instructor: Hiroshi Nozaki, Professor Emeritus at Kogakuin University

Course Details

This seminar will systematically cover a range of topics starting from the CASE trends (Connected, Autonomous, Shared, and Electric) to the technological foundations of vehicles, including power units and powertrains, steering, and braking systems. Participants will also delve into ADAS and the mechanisms behind autonomous driving including sensors, algorithms for cognitive tasks, and telematics.

Seminar Program:

• - Introduction to Next Generation Automobiles: Explore how CASE and autonomous driving are revolutionizing the industry.
• - Basic Automobile Structure: Understand vital components, and the evolution of suspension and steering systems.
• - Types of Electric Vehicles and Power Units: Focus on BEVs, FCEVs, hybrids, and more.
• - Internal Combustion Engine Power Units: Overview of ICEs, hydrogen engines, and ECUs.
• - Powertrains and Drive Systems: Performance insights and four-wheel drive methods.
• - Steering, Wheels, and Tires: Understand steer-by-wire, rear-wheel steering, and torque vectoring.
• - Suspension & Braking Systems: Learn about electronic control braking and its implications.
• - Advanced Driver Assistance Systems: Gain insights into sensors, Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), and advanced driving aids.
• - Autonomous Driving Systems: Understand their functions, cognitive algorithms, and future challenges.
• - Telematics Services: Explore vehicle-to-vehicle communication and how it enhances safety and aids autonomous driving.
• - Evolution of Autonomous Driving Technologies: Analyze the latest trends, manufacturer insights, and challenges ahead.

Target Audience:

• - Newcomers, junior, and mid-level professionals involved in R&D of automobiles (standard, large, and specialty vehicles) and transportation equipment.
• - Sales and marketing professionals within automotive manufacturers.
• - Technicians and sales personnel from automotive parts and testing companies.
• - Engineers from companies newly entering autonomous driving control.
• - Students or professionals needing to learn about automotive engineering after securing jobs, particularly those who lack prior exposure.
• - Individuals with basic knowledge of mechanical engineering seeking to understand EVs and autonomous systems.
• - Those experienced in automotive engineering looking to refresh their knowledge of mechanisms.
• - Participants keen to have a comprehensive view of the trends in R&D for autonomous driving and EVs.

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