Aerodynamic optimisation of commercial vehicles

• Funded joint project with partner companies with the aim of reducing the fuel consumption of commercial vehicles through aerodynamic optimisation
• Preparation of the project outline and application for funding
• Carrying out literature studies and deriving potentials
• Analysis of various CFD meshers/solvers and comparison of simulation results with partner company

Measurement of the actual aerodynamic and acoustic condition of an aeroacoustic wind tunnel

• Experimental determination of relevant flow variables: Pressure losses, pressure gradient and degree of turbulence
• Numerical analysis of the actual wind tunnel
• Optimisation of the turbulence screens and recommendations for upgrading

Experimental validation of a one-step algorithm for adaptation of the walls of a closed wind tunnel test section

• Goal: Experimental analysis of models in wind tunnels with closed measuring sections, which have a high degree of blockage.
• Minimisation of the wall interferences caused by high blockage through adaptive adjustment of the measuring section walls
• Optimisation of the existing algorithm by numerical flow analysis
• Experimental validation of the optimised algorithm based on the static pressure distribution on the model in a model wind tunnel with variable test section walls

Numerical nozzle parameter study for an aeroacoustic wind tunnel

Experimental and numerical investigations on sunroof buffeting

• Design, engineering and construction of the wind tunnel model
• Particle image velocimetry, transient pressure measurements, acoustic measurements
• Performing numerical flow simulations, both 2D and 3D

Aerodynamic optimisation of a speed biker

• Technical consulting of a mountain biker with the ambition to break a world speed record
• Optimisation of the seating position through aerodynamic measurements in the wind tunnel
• Performing numerical flow simulations

Optimisation of a dust extraction hood

• Empirical study of the flow conditions of a dust extraction device in the laser ablation process
• CFD investigations to quantify the results
• Determination of optimisation potentials

CFD simulation of a skydiving wind tunnel

• Flow analysis of an air duct design
• Determination of the required fan power
• Determination of optimisation potentials

Technical aerodynamic consulting of a motorbike manufacturer in India

• Support in the areas of test procedures and test bench design and construction
• Analysis of experimental and numerical data
• Development of methods for quality assurance and definition of an aerodynamic development process

Extension of a research and development centre

• Development of innovative vehicle test facilities, including roller test benches, simulators, acoustic chambers
• Commissioning, acceptance and turnkey handover of the test benches to the customer
• Preparation and continuous monitoring of an overall time schedule
• Cost tracking from awarding of the test benches to acceptance
• Quality assurance during the work phase of site supervision, construction supervision and documentation

Expansion of the R&D test centre for a vehicle manufacturer in China

• Requirements management for vehicle test benches (including roller test benches with exhaust analysis, engine and powertrain test benches, shakers, SHED test chambers)
• Assistance in the tender and bidding process up to the award of the contract
• Technical evaluation of the detailed design to design freeze
• Quality assurance throughout all project phases
• Technical and commercial assessment of change notifications (change management)
• Supervision of assembly, commissioning and (preliminary) acceptance

Technical quality assurance during the planning, construction, and commissioning phase of a new acoustic wind tunnel

• Review of the design and construction results
• Interface management: coordination between the parties involved
• Change management: monetary and technical assessment
• Schedule tracking: Ensuring compliance with the schedule

Requirements management for an acoustic wind tunnel

• Definition of the technical specifications and preparation of a specification sheet
• Preparation of an IT draft concept
• Technical evaluation of tenders and assistance in award process
• Validation of costs and evaluation of saving potentials

Requirements management for wind tunnel modernisation

• Definition of the technical specifications and preparation of a specification sheet
• Compliance with WLTP requirements
• Preparation of an IT draft concept
• Technical evaluation of tenders and assistance in the award process