Integrated manufacturing of REciclable multi-material COmposites for the TRANSport sector

Summary: A German family-owned SME, located in the south of Germany, is working in the field of innovative materials. Over a period of eight years it has developed an advanced cooling system with an integrated energy harvesting function. This system is designed to cool and to generate electric energy at the same time. Furthermore, the system can be applied together with electronic systems, batteries and fuel cells. Partners willing to enter into a research or technical cooperation agreement are sought. Description Description: 

An independent German SME, which was founded in 1995, has expertise in the following areas: material science, especially alumina alloys and ceramics, micro technology, corrosion science, lightweight construction, car body manufacturing, safety systems and green energy.

Different temperature ranges are difficult for batteries and electronic and high temperatures must be cooled Therefore,
it has developed an advanced cooling system which generates electric energy making use of the temperature difference. One possible application is the use on batteries of electric cars to extend their driving range. State of the art is liquid cooling system and other cooling equipment without energy harvesting. The system has a 24h capability using weather related changes, which could be the reason for temperature differences while parking. The system works with thermovoltaic elements and is foreseen to be software-controlled.

The SME is now looking for partners willing to enter into a research or technical cooperation agreement in order to take part in a European R&D project or to explore new applications.

Advantages & innovations Cooperation plus value: The following advantages and innovations are implemented in the system:- Cooling system is designed to work under high and low temperature- Cooling and heating is foreseen- A cooling system generating electric power for charging batteries- No cooling liquids in use- No limitation in size Stage of development Cooperation stage dev stage: Available for demonstration Partner sought Cooperation area: The partner should have a need for cooling of electronic, batteries and other equipment. In general any application with a need for cooling or temperature stability in transport and space application. The partner should look for a research cooperation or technical cooperation agreement. Type and size Cooperation task: SME 11-50,SME 500

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