Research projects:
Cross cutting theme 2

In-process tracking and tractability for zero-defect manufacture of electrical machines

Led by The University of Sheffield

The tracking and traceability of manufacturing processes allow for improved quality and cost savings within many industrial activities. These have recently been driven by digitalisation through sensors and other data capture means, and the integration of this data into high-fidelity models or ‘Digital Twins’. The manufacture of electric machines is itself a complex task, involving the synthesis of many traditional machining/forming and cutting processes interspersed with assembly, integration and test. As we move to phase two of the hub our research has looked to the continue the development of our sensorised workstations in coil winding and hot crimping processes with a focus on digital twin modelling and characterisation of these manufacturing processes. We have also looked to undertaken collaborative research with other partners such as the AMRC on high speed processes in electric motor (EM) manufacture, and sustainability with the cross cutting theme X1 on the circular economy of EMs