Post on 02-May-2017
The Quebec Advanced Transportation InstituteThe Quebec Advanced Transportation Institute
Premium Applied Research &Technical Services Unique infrastructuresLeading to successful projects
Hugo Marsolais, Eng.Director of OperationsQuebec Advanced Transportation Institute - ITAQ
PI 2011 – November, 2011
Our planet is facing enormous environmental challenges :
- 65 million new vehicles are produced each year
- 98% of them use fossil fuel from a non-renewable source
- They cause at least 78% of the pollution in our cities
- And at least 30% of greenhouse gas emissions
worldwide
ITAQ : Sustainable Transportation Solutions
Quebec Advanced Transportation Institute
worldwide
Moreover, OIL is NOT an infinite resource and fossil
fuel prices are subjected to unpredictable variations
That’s why it is so important to be innovative and develop
alternatives to today’s transportation system.
ITAQ provides services for companies and organisations
involved in the development of sustainable transportation technologies.
Our mandate
With the help of our skilled and qualified personnel, and our specialised infrastructures, ITAQ performs for companies activities related to
- Applied research- Technical assistance, - Information
Quebec Advanced Transportation Institute
� in order to contribute to the development and implementation of technologically innovative projects, the introduction of new technologies and their dissemination.
� ITAQ as part of an innovation network of 40 CTTC in QC: a total of 500 solution-oriented people providing services to businesses in various technological fields, from aluminum to photonics.
Our mandate
Where does ITAQ fit inthe innovation chain ???
Quebec Advanced Transportation Institute
Sectors of interest
Hybrid and electric drive systems
Propulsion mode using in part or whole an electric motorization. The power can come from an on-board source (battery, motor/generator, fuel cell, etc.) or an external source (electric cables, rails)
Biofuels
Quebec Advanced Transportation Institute
Biofuels
On-board energy generation or propulsion mode using an internal combustion engine but with fuel made wholly or partly from renewable non-fossil sources (e.g. biodiesel made from recycled cooking oils, cellulosic ethanol, biogas).
Efficient use of energy in ground transportation
Technologies focusing on optimal usage of energy in vehicles, such as reducing weight, improving aerodynamics, optimizing combustion, smart itinerary management, driving assistance . . .
Ressources
“Results-orientedtechnology people”
• A team of multidisciplinary clean transportation engineers and technicians specialised in the following areas:
Quebec Advanced Transportation Institute
� Mechanical, electrical and mechatronical engineering
� Laboratory and track testing
� International certification
� Project management
� Communications
• A team at the core of a public-private
partnership that includes industries,
small and medium-sized businesses,
universities and research centres.
R&D and tech Support
PLANNINGTechnological and strategic watch
Techno-economic feasibility studies, environmental impact studies, etc.
Benchmarking of products and technology
Product requirements and functional performance Specifications
DESIGNApplied research
Development of mechanical, electrical and mechatronical systems (CAD)
Quebec Advanced Transportation Institute
Development of mechanical, electrical and mechatronical systems (CAD)
Proper usage of advanced materials
Design for ECU prototyping hardware
Thermal analysis and structural optimization by finite elements
Development of motorization and energy storage systems
PROTOTYPESProof of concept of mechanical, electrical and mechatronical systems and subsystems
3-D laser scanning
R&D and tech Support
TESTS and CERTIFICATION
Protocols and test programs for subsystems and complete vehicles on track and in laboratory
Development of test benches
Tests and validation of various battery and motorization technologies
Fuel economy and emission measurements
Dynamometer testing (chassis, towing and bench dynamometers)
Data acquisition, analysis and processing
Quebec Advanced Transportation Institute
Data acquisition, analysis and processing
International certification and homologation
DEPLOYMENT AND COMMERCIALISATION
Documentation and technical manuals
Demonstration projects under controlled conditions
TRAINING
Customized technical training
Workshops on green transportation solutions
R&D and tech Support
Overall, ITAQ is offering an “à la carte” technical assistance into the
different stages of your project
From the IDEA to the COMMERCIALISATION
Quebec Advanced Transportation Institute
Awards and distinctions
� 2nd place, 2005
NESEA Tour de Sol - BioSmart
� 1st place, 2006Challenge Bibendum Paris
� Honorable mention, 2006Special vehicles and transportation
Quebec Advanced Transportation Institute
Special vehicles and transportation
equipment association (AMETVS)
� Zenith prize, 2006Board of trade and industry of St-Jérome
� Distinction génie innovateur, 2007Québec Engineer Professional
Corporation (OIQ)
Available equipment
ITAQ'sITAQ's Advanced Propulsion LaboratoryAdvanced Propulsion Laboratory
Official opening day – April 29th, 2009
Quebec Advanced Transportation Institute
Available equipment
Dynamometers
- Chassis
- Engine
- Tow
Quebec Advanced Transportation Institute
- Tow
Up to 1000 hp!
With “regen”
Simulation
capabilities
Available equipment
Power and energy analyzer : “Well-to-wheel efficiency”
Quebec Advanced Transportation Institute
Available equipment
TM4 traction systems : “Quebec engineering at its best”
Quebec Advanced Transportation Institute
Available equipment
Li-ion advanced battery packsValence Technology – U1-12XP -- U27-12XP – UEV-18XP
From 12v to 400V – up to 40 kW.h
Quebec Advanced Transportation Institute
Available equipment
SupercapsMaxwell technologies BMOD 0083 – 10 x 83 farad/48V – 0.6 kW.h total
Quebec Advanced Transportation Institute
Available equipment
125 kW programmable battery cycler/DC source
Aerovironment ABC-150
Quebec Advanced Transportation Institute
Available equipment
CAD Systems – Advanced mechanical engineering
UGS-NX, CATIA, Solidworks
Quebec Advanced Transportation Institute
Modeling & Simulation tools
• Matlab
• Simulink
• Environnement Simscape
• SimDriveline
The best powertrain solution for the right application
Institut du transport avancé du Québec
• SimDriveline
• Stateflow
Quebec Advanced Transportation Institute
Available equipment
Portable laser scanner 3D
Creaform – Handyscan
Quebec Advanced Transportation Institute
Available equipment
Emission and smoke analysers
Lab and portable versions
- AEM systems
- Red Mountain 1667- Red Mountain 1667
- Andros 6241
Quebec Advanced Transportation Institute
Available equipment
ITAQ’s Generic Test Vehicle
“The ideal test bed”
Quebec Advanced Transportation Institute
Available equipment
ITAQ’s Generic Test Vehicle
“1000 vehicles in one”
Quebec Advanced Transportation Institute
Available equipment
ITAQ’s generic test vehicle
“A Technical and Universal Vehicle”
One single test vehicle can adopt the physical characteristics of a wide range
of vehicles different sizes and weights:
Type S : Urban vehicles, sub-compact and compact vehicle Type S : Urban vehicles, sub-compact and compact vehicle (ex. Chevrolet Aveo, Honda Civic, Suzuki SX4)
Type M : Mid-size vehicles and small SUVs(ex. Chevrolet, Equinox, Ford 500)
Type L : Full size SUVs(ex. Chevrolet Silverado, Ford Expedition)
Quebec Advanced Transportation Institute
ITAQ’s generic test vehicle“A Modular Vehicle” Ideal for a R&D network Partners
Rear and front modules
WheelsSteeringFrameHubs
Available equipment
Institut du transport avancé du Québec
HubsBrakesSuspensions
Central module
Lateral compartmentCentral tunnel for driveshaft passageData acquisition systemECU rapid prototyping hardwareHeavy duty PC Touchscreen control interfaceBy-wire braking system
Quebec Advanced Transportation Institute
Available equipment
ITAQ’s Generic Test VehicleBENEFITS
• Technical vehicle, modular, practical, minimalist, clonable
• Minimum accessories – no “gadgets”
• Adapted to a R&D reality
• Modular aspect : ideal for a network of R&D partners – Innovation process ACCELERATORACCELERATOR
• Allows an entire community of users to gather around a common and standardized
platform and to share compatibles R&D results – Innovation process ACCELERATOR
• Only one generic and progressive (“transformer”) vehicle can now replace a variety of
different testing mules
• “NASCAR” type body work
Quebec Advanced Transportation Institute
Available equipment
Other equipement . . .
• Infra-red camera
• Onboard data acquisition systems (ISAAC)
• ECU rapid prototyping hardware (DSpace)
• Water-glycol recirculating chiller (Nesslab)
• Programmable battery chargers (Delta-Q)
• Mobile test unit
• Other equipment located at ETS
Quebec Advanced Transportation Institute
Available equipment
ITAQ’s lab : AN UNIQUE playground for advanced transportation engineers and researchers in CANADA
Quebec Advanced Transportation Institute
EV/HEV Projects
Some examples of projects
in the EV/HEV sector :
• Powertrain integration for TM4 (Tata, SUV project)
• Electric Super bike (LITO)
• Electric Light Utility Truck (PRECICAD)
Quebec Advanced Transportation Institute
(PRECICAD)
•1st generation ZENN LSV
• Mining electric vehicle (PEDNO)
• Hybrid underground mining loader (MTI)
• Electric tram (Wattman)
• Advanced Urban Bus (ITAQ-POLY-CDCQ-EDIN-HEC)
• EV charging system (MEP)
•Wheel chair conversion module(Mobility concept)
Energy efficiency Projects
Some examples of projects
in the Energy Efficiency sector :
• Composite school bus (Lion buses)
• Technology certification (POSI+)
Quebec Advanced Transportation Institute
(POSI+)
• Aluminium intensive refuse truck(Vehicle INPAK)
• Ultra light weight off-road emergency trailer (JOEY)
• Add-on hydraulic hybrid system(Effenco)
• Servo-mechanism control module and actuator of a continuously variable transmission(CVTech)
Biofuels Projects
Some examples of projects in the Biofuels sector :
•Co-foundation of the Biodiesel Quebec Council (CQB)
• Co-production (with the CQB)of a biodiesel document for the
Quebec Advanced Transportation Institute
of a biodiesel document for thepromoting the adoption of biodiesel in Quebec (Gov. tax break).
• Feasibility study on the integration of biodiesel during winter conditions in the Mont Tremblant region
Thank You!
Hugo Marsolais, Eng.
Director of Operations
Quebec Advanced Transportation Institute
475, rue Fournier
Saint-Jérome (Qc)
450-436-1580 ext. 2121
hmarsola@cstj.qc.ca
www.itaq.qc.ca