Bridgestone.
Bridgestone will begin joint research this month with Akebono Akebono means dawn in Japanese.
Akebono may also refer to: - Akebono (satellite), a geomagnetosphere observation satellite
- Akebono Taro, a retired sumo wrestler
Brake Industry Ltd. and Kayaba Industry Ltd. in a move towards module and system integration of automobile automobile, self-propelled vehicle used for travel on land. The term is commonly applied to a four-wheeled vehicle designed to carry two to six passengers and a limited amount of cargo, as contrasted with a truck, which is designed primarily for the transportation of suspensions. All three partners develop and manufacture components for automotive suspensions that are said to be crucial in achieving a quieter and more comfortable ride. Bridgestone supplies tires and anti-vibration products; Akebono and Kayaba manufacture brake systems and shock absorbers Shock absorbers
See: Circuit breakers , respectively. All three companies are headquartered in Tokyo Tokyo (tō`kēō), city (1990 pop. 8,163,573), capital of Japan and of Tokyo prefecture, E central Honshu, at the head of Tokyo Bay. . The joint research will focus on reducing weight by optimizing the functions of individual suspension components, reducing noise and vibration, and improving vehicle stability and response in ordinary driving and while braking.
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