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Academic Projects

Design and Optimisation of a Novel Aerodynamic Fuel-Saving Device at University of Huddersfield

Design and Optimisation of a Novel Aerodynamic Fuel-Saving Device

University of Huddersfield

UK

This project involved computational fluid dynamic (CFD) and experimental analyses of a novel add-on fuel saving device for heavy commercial vehicles (HCV) providing up to 6% increase in fuel efficiency. Funding for this project was secured from Yorkshire Forward through technical and commercial presentations. A retrofit device was developed in collaboration with industrial consultants, a freight operator, a trailer manufacturer and a fabricator. The developed device was successfully field-tested on the test track at MIRA (Nuneaton, UK).

Oct 2010

 1

  • computational fluid dynamics (CFD)
  • fuel efficiency
  • heavy commercial vehicle (HCV)

Flow Measurement Instruments in Automotive Laboratory at University of Huddersfield

Flow Measurement Instruments in Automotive Laboratory

University of Huddersfield

UK

This project involved establishing technical specifications and negotiating with suppliers for purchasing of various flow measuring instruments with a total project worth of up to £150k for University of Huddersfield. This included particle image velocimetry (PIV), laser Doppler anemometer (LDA), 6-component balance for the wind tunnel and a multi-purpose 3-axis traverse system.

Sep 2009

 1

  • particle image velocimetry (PIV)
  • laser doppler anemometer (LDA)
  • wind tunnel
  • 6-axis load cell
  • 3-axis traverse

Analysis & Solution of Brake Squeal for Carbon Ceramic Disc Brake Rotor for Bentley Motors Limited at Bentley Motors Limited [through University of Huddersfield]

Analysis & Solution of Brake Squeal for Carbon Ceramic Disc Brake Rotor for Bentley Motors Limited

Bentley Motors Limited [through University of Huddersfield]

UK

Multiple analyses and validation of a given noisy brake were carried out using finite element modal analysis, tap testing, LMS® frequency analysis and extensive laboratory testing. Various solutions using mathematical modelling, spacer shims, and disc brake pad profiling using established theories.

Sep 2006

 2

  • finite element analysis (FEA)
  • modal analysis
  • tap testing
  • accelerometer
  • LMS
  • frequency analysis
  • spacer shims
  • brake pad
  • brake disc

Microcontroller-Based Automotive By-Wire Systems at University of Pune

Microcontroller-Based Automotive By-Wire Systems

University of Pune

India

This project involved implementation of throttle-by-wire and steer-by-wire systems in a leisure kart using a MCS-51 microcontroller. The kart used in this project was sponsored by a popular kart manufacturer. Simple mechatronic systems were developed by replacing essential mechanical connections with electronic links, all centrally controlled by a microcontroller. Electronic control was successfully achieved by employing transducers and actuators to complete the mechatronic link.

Apr 2003

 3

  • by-wire
  • throttle-by-wire
  • steer-by-wire
  • MCS-51
  • microcontroller
  • electronics
  • transducers
  • actuators
  • mechatronics

References

  1. Image source: University of Huddersfield ↩
  2. Image source: Bentley Motors Ltd ↩
  3. Image source: Savitribai Phule Pune University ↩
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