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Project "Damper monitoring and control system"
Feasibility study, product definition and concept development of yaw damper monitoring and control system.
Abstract:
Certain high speed trains encountering durability problems in the area of the yaw damper brackets. EngineAlternative supported the damper manufacturer with the investigation of the origin of the problem as well as the presentation of a number of solutions.
One of the solutions was the replacement of the redundant dampers by a electronically controlled damper including a damper monitoring system. This project included safety issues, concept development and communication with customers, manufacturer and subcontractors.
Project "Introduction engine simulations (GT-Power) at the HAN Automotive University"
Abstract:
Calculations based on mathematical models of mechanical systems are becoming common practice in today's R&D activities. One of the biggest suppliers of simulation tools for internal combustion engines and complete powertrains is Gamma Technology. The HAN University decided to integrate GT-Power in it's program, in order to comply with the current industry standards. This project comprised the introduction of GT-Power to the professors involved with IC engines. Furthermore exercices for students both in the engine laboratory as well as using GT-Power were compiled. On top of that a GT-Power training course was prepared and a group of 40 students were trained how to use this simulation tool.
Project "Compilation of syllabi for Fontys Automotive University"
Abstract:
The Fontys Automotive University is a relatively young Fontys branch, which automatically means that a number of syllabi have to be prepared. EngineAlternative supported this task, by compiling the "Advanced Air Management" (turbo charging) syllabus as well as a module comprising "Powertrain Control". Furthermore an extensive practical training regarding turbo charger matching was prepared.
Project SafiSana business case support
Abstract:
The SafiSana organisation applied for Dutch governmental support (ORIO) for it's project comprising a healthy and durable sanitation solution for African countries. This project aims to demonstrate the economic feasibility of a concept where the waste of sanitation facilities will be used to produce biogas. This biogas can be used in the industry or by local citizens.
EngineAlternative's contribution was to support this business case, by developing an economic model by which the different biogas applications can be compared.
Project "Study of possible techniques to reduce engine-out NOx emission"
Abstract:
In order to cope with new "2010" NOx emission legislation in The Netherlands (BEMS) a number of known and partial new NOx lowering techniques were evaluated. As a result of this study a new gas engine control algorithm was developed. The new concept also enables cost reduction because of the reduced dimension of the SCR system and the AdBlue consumption.
A patent study showed that the new control algorithm was still "free" to register. Preferably this project needs to be continued in cooperation with a gas engine manufacturer.
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