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General Motors
General Motors
Company Profile:

General Motors Corp. (NYSE: GM), one of the world's largest automakers, was founded in 1908, and today manufactures cars and trucks in 34 countries. With its global headquarters in Detroit, GM employs 244,500 people in every major region of the world, and sells and services vehicles in some 140 countries. In 2008, GM sold 8.35 million cars and trucks globally under the following brands: Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC, GM Daewoo, Holden, HUMMER, Opel, Pontiac, Saab, Saturn, Vauxhall and Wuling. GM's largest national market is the United States, followed by China, Brazil, the United Kingdom, Canada, Russia and Germany. GM's OnStar subsidiary is the industry leader in vehicle safety, security and information services.
Company Website:http://www.gm.com
U.S. Department of Energy
Department of Energy
Company Profile:

The Department of Energy's overarching mission is to advance the national, economic, and energy security of the United States; to promote scientific and technological innovation in support of that mission; and to ensure the environmental cleanup of the national nuclear weapons complex. The Department's strategic goals to achieve the mission are designed to deliver results along five strategic themes:
  1. Energy Security: Promoting America’s energy security through reliable, clean, and affordable energy
  2. Nuclear Security: Ensuring America’s nuclear security
  3. Scientific Discovery and Innovation: Strengthening U.S. scientific discovery, economic competitiveness, and improving quality of life through innovations in science and technology
  4. Environmental Responsibility: Protecting the environment by providing a responsible resolution to the environmental legacy of nuclear weapons production
  5. Management Excellence: Enabling the mission through sound management
Company Website: http://www.energy.gov

Diamond Sponsors

Transport Canada
Canadian Government - Transport Canada
Company Profile:

Transport Canada is responsible for transportation policies and programs. It ensures that air, marine, road and rail transportation are safe, secure, efficient and environmentally responsible.
Company Website: http://www.tc.gc.ca
Natural Resources Canada
Candadian Government - Natural Resources Canada
Company Profile:

Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) seeks to enhance the responsible development and use of Canada’s natural resources and the competitiveness of Canada’s natural resources products. We are an established leader in science and technology in the fields of energy, forests, and minerals and metals and use our expertise in earth sciences to build and maintain an up-to-date knowledge base of our landmass.
Company Website: http://www.nrcan-rncan.gc.ca
California Air Resources Board
California Air Resources Board
Company Profile:

California's Legislature established the Air Resources Board (ARB) in 1967 to:
  1. Attain and maintain healthy air quality.
  2. Conduct research into the causes of and solutions to air pollution.
  3. Systematically attack the serious problems caused by motor vehicles, which are a major cause of air pollution in the State.
Since its formation, the ARB has worked with the public, the business sector, and local governments to protect the public's health, the economy and the state's ecological resources through the most cost-effective reduction of air pollution.
Company Website: http://www.arb.ca.gov

Platinum Sponsors

A123 Systems
A123 Systems
Company Profile:

Founded in 2001, A123Systems’ proprietary Nanophosphate™ technology is built on a new nanoscale materials initially developed at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. A123Systems is now one of the world’s leading suppliers of high-power lithium ion batteries using our patented Nanophosphate™ technology designed to deliver a new combination of power, safety and life. Our breakthrough technology, innovative multinational manufacturing model, team of tier-one investors, and experienced executives are providing the power to change the game for today’s OEM, Transportation, and Cordless Solutions manufacturers.
Company Website: http://www.a123systems.com
dSPACE
dSPACE
Company Profile:

Founded in 1991, dSPACE Inc. is the North American subsidiary of dSPACE GmbH (Germany). Our team of 50 employees in our office in Wixom/Michigan (near Detroit) guarantees optimum attention for our North American customers – whether for local technical support, commissioning on site, individual consulting or comprehensive training. Our engineers are ready to respond at short notice, discussing solutions, and providing services on site as requested – in the United States as well as in Canada.
Company Website: http://www.dspaceinc.com
National Instruments
National Instruments
Company Profile:

National Instruments transforms the way engineers and scientists around the world design, prototype, and deploy systems for test, control, and embedded design applications. Using NI open graphical programming software and modular hardware, customers at more than 30,000 companies annually simplify development, increase productivity, and dramatically reduce time to market. From testing next-generation gaming systems to creating breakthrough medical devices, NI customers continuously develop innovative technologies that impact millions of people. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, NI has more than 4,600 employees and direct operations in nearly 40 countries.
Company Website: http://www.ni.com
The MathWorks
The MathWorks
Company Profile:

The MathWorks is the leading developer and supplier of software for technical computing and Model-Based Design. Employing more than 2,000 people, The MathWorks was founded in 1984 and is headquartered in Natick, Massachusetts, with offices and representatives throughout the world. The company has been profitable every year since its inception and is privately held. Over 1,000,000 engineers and scientists in more than 100 countries, on all seven continents, use MATLAB® and Simulink®. These products have become fundamental tools for work at the world's most innovative technology companies, government research labs, financial institutions, and at more than 3,500 universities.
Company Website: http://www.mathworks.com
Freescale Semiconductor
Freescale Semiconductor
Company Profile:

Look inside automobiles, media players, mobile phones, washers, dryers and networking infrastructures. You'll discover Freescale intelligence and connectivity at work in things that you see and touch every day, in every part of the world. Our rich history of embedded solutions goes back more than 50 years when we were a part of Motorola. Today, as an independent company, we operate in more than 20 countries. We are more than 20,000 employees strong.
Company Website: http://www.freescale.com
AVL Powertrain Engineering
AVL Powertrain Engineering
Company Profile:

AVL is the world's largest privately owned company for development of powertrains (combustion engines, hybrid systems, electric drive) as well as simulation and test systems for passenger cars, trucks and marine engines. AVL develops and improves all kinds of powertrain systems and is a competent partner to the engine and automotive industry. In addition AVL develops and markets the simulation methods which are necessary for the development work.
Company Website: http://www.avl.com
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Company Profile:

EPA leads the nation's environmental science, research, education and assessment efforts. The mission of the Environmental Protection Agency is to protect human health and the environment. Since 1970, EPA has been working for a cleaner, healthier environment for the American people.
Company Website: http://www.epa.gov

Gold Sponsors

National Science Foundation
National Science Foundation
Company Profile:

The National Science Foundation (NSF) is an independent federal agency created by Congress in 1950 "to promote the progress of science; to advance the national health, prosperity, and welfare; to secure the national defense…" With an annual budget of about $6.06 billion, we are the funding source for approximately 20 percent of all federally supported basic research conducted by America’s colleges and universities.
Company Website: http://www.nsf.gov
Woodward Mototron Control Solutions
Woodward Mototron Control Solutions
Company Profile:

MotoTron Control Solutions is a line of products and services that help manufacturers and packagers of engine systems to bring new products and sophisticated product features to market quickly. With a suite of tools, products, and processes that simplify mechatronics systems development, Woodward's MotoTron Control Solutions products are widely used in automotive, on- and off-highway vehicle, marine, industrial, recreational, power generation and military applications.
Company Website: http://mcs.woodward.com
Vector CAN Tech
Vector CAN Tech Company Profile:

Customers from automotive engineering, the transportation and control technologies from around the world trust in the solutions and products designed by Vector:
  • Tools and software components for networking in electronic systems
  • Tools for development, calibration and diagnostics of automotive electronic control units
  • Tools for the development process of automotive electronic systems
  • Customer-specific software components as well as the integration of ECU software for automotive networks.
Company Website: http://www.vector-cantech.com
Sensors, Inc.
Sensors, Inc.
Company Profile:

For over 39 years, Sensors has built its reputation worldwide in the design and manufacture of high-quality vehicle emission analyzers. Today we are the leading manufacturer of both Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) analyzers and laboratory grade, in-use emissions test systems. Using proprietary analytical techniques, Sensors' products accurately measure all criteria pollutants emitted by internal combustion engines, whether generated in a test cell, on the production line or under real-world operating conditions. Our ruggedized systems make accurate, repeatable measurements under harsh conditions that often exclude other alternatives.
Company Website: http://www.sensors-inc.com
Robert Bosch, LLC
Robert Bosch, LLC
Company Profile:

The Bosch Group is a leading global supplier of technology and services. In the areas of automotive and industrial technology, consumer goods and building technology, some 280,000 associates generated sales of over 45.1 billion euros (over $66 billion) in fiscal year 2008. In North America, the Bosch Group has approximately 24,000 associates, and in business year 2008 achieved total consolidated sales of $8.6 billion (5.9 billion euros).
Company Website: http://www.bosch.us

RHIT Gold Level Sponsors

ON Semiconductor
ON Semiconductor
Company Profile:

With its global logistics network and strong product portfolio, ON Semiconductor (Nasdaq: ONNN) is a preferred supplier of efficient power solutions to customers in the power supply, automotive, communication, computer, digital and consumer, medical, industrial, and military/aerospace markets. The company’s broad portfolio includes power, analog, DSP, mixed-signal, advance logic, clock management and standard component devices.
Company Website: http://www.onsemi.com
Arcelor Mittal
Arcelor Mittal
Company Profile:

ArcelorMittal is the world's number one steel company, present in more than 60 countries. It has led the consolidation of the world steel industry and today ranks as the only truly global steelmaker.

ArcelorMittal is the leader in all major global markets, including automotive, construction, household appliances and packaging. The Group leads in R&D and technology, holds sizeable captive supplies of raw materials and operates extensive distribution networks.

Company Website: http://www.arcelormittal.com
Duke Foundation
Duke Foundation
Company Profile:

At the core of our commitment to supporting sustainable communities is The Duke Energy Foundation.

Through The Duke Energy Foundation, we help improve the quality of life in communities we serve by sharing our time through volunteer efforts, our expertise through leadership and our financial support through grants to charitable organizations.

Company Website: http://www.duke-energy.com/community/foundation.asp

Silver Sponsors

Snap-On, Inc.
Snap-On, Inc.
Company Profile:

Snap-on Incorporated is a leading global innovator, manufacturer and marketer of tools, diagnostics, equipment, software and service solutions for professional users. Products and services include hand and power tools, tool storage, diagnostics software, information and management systems, shop equipment and other solutions for vehicle dealerships and repair centers, as well as customers in industry, government, agriculture, aviation and natural resources. Products and services are sold through the company's franchisee, company-direct, distributor and Internet channels. Founded in 1920, Snap-on is a $2.8 billion, S&P 500 company headquartered in Kenosha, Wisconsin.


Company Website: http://www.snapon.com
Magna International Inc.
Magna International Inc. Company Profile:

We are the most diversified automotive supplier in the world. We design, develop and manufacture automotive systems, assemblies, modules and components, and engineer and assemble complete vehicles, primarily for sale to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) of cars and light trucks in our three geographic segments - North America, Europe, and Rest of World (primarily Asia, South America and Africa).


Company Website: http://www.magna.com
Renewable Fuels Association
Renewable Fuels Association
Company Profile:

As the national trade association for the U.S. ethanol industry, the Renewable Fuels Association (RFA) promotes policies, regulations and research and development initiatives that will lead to the increased production and use of fuel ethanol. RFA membership includes a broad cross-section of businesses, individuals and organizations dedicated to the expansion of the U.S. fuel ethanol industry.


Company Website: http://www.ethanolrfa.org

Bronze Sponsors

Siemens PLM Software
Siemens PLM Software
Company Profile:

Siemens PLM Software’s driving mission is to work collaboratively with companies to deliver open solutions that help them turn more ideas into successful products. These open solutions enable companies to transform their process of innovation and maximize the value derived from their products throughout their entire lifecycle.


Company Website: http://www.plm.automation.siemens.com
Electric Power Research Institute
Electric Power Research Institute
Company Profile:

The Electric Power Research Institute, Inc. (EPRI) conducts research and development relating to the generation, delivery and use of electricity for the benefit of the public. An independent, nonprofit organization, EPRI brings together its scientists and engineers as well as experts from academia and industry to help address challenges in electricity, including reliability, efficiency, health, safety and the environment. EPRI also provides technology, policy and economic analyses to drive long-range research and development planning, and supports research in emerging technologies.


Company Website: http://www.epri.com
Delphi Foundation
Delphi Foundation
Company Profile:

The Delphi Foundation is an independent charitable foundation established in 1999. The targeted areas of focus for the Delphi Foundation are educational opportunities and support systems aimed at helping young people reach their full potential. Special - though not exclusive - consideration is given to educational programs focused on science and technology. About half of the contributions are allocated to higher education programs in conjunction with Delphi's Education Relations activity and half are dedicated to K-12-related initiatives.


Company Website: http://www.delphi.com/about/social/delphifoundation/
EcoMotors
EcoMotors
Company Profile:

Established in early 2008 EcoMotors is quickly achieving critical mass in terms of changing the landscape of conventional internal combustion powertrains. Based in Troy, Mich. and Goleta, Calif., EcoMotors is developing high-efficiency diesel engines — specifically the unique OPOC™ (Opposed Piston Opposed Cylinder) engine — for use in cars, light trucks, marine applications, essentially anywhere conventional gas or diesel powertrains are utilized.


Company Website: http://www.ecomotors.com
Women in the Winner's Circle Foundation
Women in the Winner's Circle Foundation
Company Profile:

Founded in 1994 by Lyn St. James, the Women in the Winner’s Circle Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses on worldwide activities and programs for driver development, advocacy, diversity and education, particularly for women who aspire to become race car drivers. The Foundation is dedicated to making a difference and reaching the point in time when “opportunity” and "diversity” are no longer concerns – they are taken for granted.


Company Website: http://www.lynstjames.com/foundation/
igus
igus
Company Profile:

Günter Blase began igus® back on 15th October 1964 in a double garage in Cologne. For the first 20 years, the company worked as a supplier of complex technical polymer components. However, in 1983 Frank Blase established reinforced plastic Energy Chain Systems® and injection molded polymer bearings as two distinct product groups and set up a network of sales engineers. These seemingly unrelated products are linked together through the belief in making functionally advanced, yet affordable polymer components and assemblies.


Company Website: http://www.igus.com
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