Advanced manufacturing, smart textiles and digitalisation
R&D OF SMART TEXTILE ELEMENTS FOR THE MOBILITY AND TRANSPORT SECTOR
TRANSPORTER
Motivations
The TRANSPORTER project aims to address the development of high-performance composite materials that incorporate functional technologies in all types of fabrics using TFP (Tailored Fiber Placement) embroidery technology. TFP was chosen to develop customised textile structures, as it allows the fibres to be positioned in the most appropriate orientation depending on the type and shape of the component, but emphasis will also be placed on integrating smart elements to provide these pieces with specific functions. During the TRANSPORTER project, functional parts will be developed for the goods and urban mobility sectors.
On the other hand, work will be carried out on the development of textile solutions with conductive ink printing technology, with functional obstacle detection capabilities, while evaluating the possibility of developing heatable circuits for the transport sector.
Objectives
- Develop functional fabrics using TFP for use in the manufacture of composite materials
- Develop technical embroidery for use as structural reinforcement in the development of thermosetting and thermoplastic composites.
- Evaluate the substitution of contaminating fibres such as carbon fibre or glass fibre with natural fibres, and identify possible applications of these components.
- Develop smart composites by RTM for technologies that do not allow processing at high temperature and pressure, and by thermoforming for technologies that do.
- Developing textile solutions with functional capabilities such as identifying movement, or presence, for vehicle interiors.
- Study the feasibility of integrating components printed with conductive inks in composite materials to allow functions such as heating and presence sensors.
Valor y ventaja competitiva
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Integration of smart textiles in composites.
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Use of innovative technologies.
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Sustainability and new materials.
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Advanced obstacle detection capability.
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Technology transfer to the industry.
Obtained results
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Development of a sensorized remote-controlled car with a composite body, using 3D printing, TFP embroidery, and RTM, integrating sensors and photovoltaic elements to enhance functionality.
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Creation of a 1/32 scale RC car controlled via a mobile app, with an FPV camera for real-time transmission and microcontrollers with Wi-Fi connectivity.
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Implementation of plastronics and textronics technologies, including flexible touchpads with conductive threads and inkjet inks, touchless 3D systems for contactless interaction, and an electronic die with LED lighting and an integrated touchpad.
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Integration of mmWave radar in textile elements, enabling distance detection and biometric signals without contact, with applications in security, automotive, and smart monitoring.
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Validation of all prototypes through specific testing and functional trials to ensure their viability in the mobility and transportation sector.
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Collaboration with industry companies for technology transfer and exploration of commercial applications.
Grant number: IMDEEA/2023/70
Programme: Grant to CV technology centres for R&D projects in cooperation with the private sector
Period of execution: March 2023 – december 2024
Status: Finished
Entity: IVACE
This project has the support of the Conselleria d’Economia Sostenible, Sectors Productius, Comerç i Treball de la Generalitat Valenciana, through the IVACE, and is co-financed by the FEDER funds (European Regional Development Fund) of the European Union, within the FEDER Operational Program of the Comunitat Valenciana 2021-2027.
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ÁREAS DE I+D
Nuevos materiales de altas prestaciones y funcionalizados
Economía circular y sostenibilidad
Fabricación avanzada, textiles inteligentes y digitalización
Soluciones de alto valor añadido para mercados estratégicos
PROYECTOS RELACIONADOS
NOTICIAS
AITEX is present at the Babykid FIMI fair at Feria Valencia from January 26 to 28, presenting tests and certifications for children’s products.
AITEX has attended the Cosmetorium fair in Barcelona once again on October to present its new products for the cosmetic sector.
AITEX has hosted the LIFE POLITEX workshop entitled “Closing the textile polyester cycle: challenges and opportunities”, based on promoting sustainable solutions for the management and recycling of textile materials.