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TASCC: Pervasive low-TeraHz and Video Sensing for Car Autonomy and Driver Assistance (PATH CAD)

Prof Bernard Mulgrew

Imaging, Data and Communications

This project combines novel low-THz (LTHz) sensor development with advanced video analysis, fusion and cross learning. Using the two streams integrated within the sensing, information and control systems of a modern automobile, we aim to map terrain and identify hazards such as potholes and surface texture changes in all weathers, and to detect and classify other road users (pedestrians, car, cyclists etc.).

SmartScroll

Prof Ian Underwood

Integrated Micro and Nano Systems

SmartScroll is a visual assistive technology to boost reading performance, particularly in the partially sighted, dyslexics and professional readers.

In-situ Chemical Measurement and Imaging Diagnostics for Energy Process Engineering

Prof Hugh McCann and Prof Walter Johnstone

Imaging, Data and Communications

The primary focus of the programme proposed here is to build across two universities (Strathclyde and Edinburgh) a world leading UK research, development and applications capability in the field of in-situ chemical and particulate measurement and imaging diagnostics for energy process engineering. Independently, the two university groups already have globally eminent capabilities in laser-based chemical and particulate measurement and imaging technologies. They have recently been working in partnership on a highly complex engineering project (EPSRC FLITES) to realise a chemical species measurement and diagnostic imaging system (7m diameter) that can be used on the exhaust plume of the largest gas turbine (aero) engines for engine health monitoring and fuels evaluation. Success depended on the skills acquired by the team and their highly collaborative partnership working. A key objective is to keep this team together and to enhance their capability, thus underpinning the research and development of industrial products, technology and applications. The proposed grant would also accelerate the exploitation of a strategic opportunity in the field that arises from the above work and from recent recruitment of academic staff to augment their activities. The proposed programme will result in a suite of new (probably hybrid) validated, diagnostic techniques for high-temperature energy processes (e.g. fuel cells, gas turbine engines, ammonia-burning engines, flame systems, etc.). 

RAPID: ReAl-time Process ModellIng and Diagnostics: Powering Digital Factories

Dr Nicholas Polydorides

Imaging, Data and Communications

Modern manufacturing involves highly controlled and automated processes meticulously designed to deliver products to specific needs within strict specifications and in a cost-efficient and sustainable way. Sensors capture continuous data streams about the state of the process, e.g., equipment and the product, to ensure performance in variable and often harsh conditions — however, the ability to analyse this data in real-time offers unique advantages currently out of reach. Learning to calibrate its operation from sensor data, monitor its health status and make accurate forecasts on product outcomes and maintenance requirements are process attributes of future autonomous factories.

Laser Imaging of Turbine Engine Combustion Species (LITECS)

Dr Chang Liu

Imaging, Data and Communications

The ultimate ambition of the LITECS research programme is to reduce the environmental impact of aviation and industrial gas turbine engines by developing and deploying new measurement technologies to enhance the understanding and modelling of combustion and emissions generation processes and the role of alternative fuels.

Effect of particle shape, size and particle friction in granular solid flow in railway ballast

Prof. Xuecheng Bian

Infrastructure and Environment

In the Chinese southeast coastal areas, most of the rail transit infrastructures are built on the soft soil. Infrastructures construction and operation including high speed railway or urban railway system require a good understanding of the behavior of the soft soil subject to the static and dynamic loading induced by the infrastructure.

Effect of particle shape, size and particle friction in granular solid flow in railway ballast

Prof. Xuecheng Bian

Infrastructure and Environment

The aim is to develop a new understanding of the micromechanics of railway trackbed subjected to dynamic loads induced by high speed trains. This should lead to safer design of high-speed railway systems which require less maintenance and, therefore, are more sustainable.

Discrete Element Modeling of High-Speed Railway Embankment

Prof. Xuecheng Bian

Infrastructure and Environment

The aim is to develop a new understanding of the micromechanics of railway trackbed subjected to dynamic loads induced by high speed trains. This should lead to safer design of high-speed railway systems which require less maintenance and, therefore, are more sustainable.

Stereoregular Polyphosphonates and Poly(phosphate ester)s

Dr Michael Shaver (School of Chemistry)

Integrated Micro and Nano Systems

An industry-funded collaboration between Samsung's Global Research Outreach (GRO) Program and the Schools of Chemistry and Engineering at the University of Edinburgh.

The Development of 3-dimensional implantible liver organoids

Dr David Hay, MRC Center for Regenaritive Medicine

Bioengineering

The development of 3-dimensional implantable liver organoids, with the aim of providing alternative renewable solutions to organ transplantation in the treatment of human liver disease.

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