Why green transport?

Our transport R&D work is crucial for advancing the fields of energy storage, vehicle efficiency, and aerodynamics due to their potential to address critical environmental and economic challenges.

The development of the Carbon Ion (C-ion) high energy storage capacitor represents a significant leap in energy storage technology, promising enhanced capacity and efficiency that could transform the scalability of renewable energy systems and electric vehicles. The integration of telematics with advanced monitoring systems in haulage trucks aims to optimise fuel usage and safety, leveraging real-time data to promote sustainable driving practices and reduce operational inefficiencies.

We also focus on reducing drag through optimised aerodynamics seeks to revolutionise aircraft design by refining aerodynamic principles and developing software that tailors wing configurations for optimal performance.

Carbon Ion High Energy Storage Capacitor

The creation of a high-energy storage capacitor using carbon ion technology aims to revolutionise energy storage, offering significant improvements in capacity and efficiency over traditional capacitors. This technology is critical for enhancing the performance of electric vehicles and renewable energy systems. Its commercialisation could lead to more efficient energy storage solutions, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and contributing to the growth of the green energy market.

Telematics for Enhanced Fuel Efficiency and Safety

The integration of a highly visual dashboard monitor with vehicle telematics incentivises safer, more energy-efficient driving habits among long-distance haulage truck drivers. This system incorporates existing sensors and dual GPS trackers to promote efficient driving, a fuel theft reconciliation system using dual fuel tank sensors, tyre pressure monitoring aiming for a 3% fuel saving, and iterative improvements on the CGON hydrolysis system, which generates hydrogen on-demand to reduce emissions and improve fuel efficiency by up to 6%. These advancements can significantly reduce operational costs for logistics companies by improving fuel efficiency and reducing theft and emissions. The technology’s adoption can drive substantial savings and enhance sustainability in the transportation sector.

Optimised Aircraft Aerodynamics

This project focuses on overhauling aerodynamic principles to develop software that optimises wing size, shape, and structure for improved aircraft performance. This includes the application of better materials to enhance aerodynamics and reduce drag.The resulting software and aerodynamic improvements can lead to more fuel-efficient aircraft, reducing operational costs for airlines and lowering carbon emissions. The technology’s implementation is pertinent in addressing environmental concerns and improving the sustainability of the aviation industry.

Academic Articles

The below academic articles relating to our research is available for those who want to better understand the potential of our work.