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View article: A Physical-Based Electro-Thermal Model for a Prismatic LFP Lithium-Ion Cell Thermal Analysis
A Physical-Based Electro-Thermal Model for a Prismatic LFP Lithium-Ion Cell Thermal Analysis Open
This article presents an electro-thermal model of a prismatic lithium-ion cell, integrating physics-based models for capacity and resistance estimation. A 100 Ah prismatic cell with LFP-based chemistry was selected for analysis. A comprehe…
View article: Realizing topological edge states in graphenelike elastic metamaterials
Realizing topological edge states in graphenelike elastic metamaterials Open
[EN] The study of topological states, which allow transport properties that are robust against impurities and defects in electronic structures, has been recently extended to the realm of elasticity. This work shows that nontrivial topologi…
View article: Evaluation of different FW-H surfaces and modal decomposition techniques for the acoustic analysis of UAV propellers through detached eddy simulations
Evaluation of different FW-H surfaces and modal decomposition techniques for the acoustic analysis of UAV propellers through detached eddy simulations Open
[EN] Noise has been a much-studied problem since the beginning of aviation because it is one of the main factors affecting its social acceptance. In recent years, the expansion of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) has led to increased resear…
View article: Realizing topological edge states in graphene-like elastic metamaterials
Realizing topological edge states in graphene-like elastic metamaterials Open
The study of topological states in electronic structures, which allows robust transport properties against impurities and defects, has been recently extended to the realm of elasticity. This work shows that nontrivial topological flexural …
View article: Numerical analysis of combustion noise in an atmospheric swirl-stabilized LDI burner through modal decomposition techniques
Numerical analysis of combustion noise in an atmospheric swirl-stabilized LDI burner through modal decomposition techniques Open
[EN] Combustion noise in gas turbine engines has recently become a relevant source of noise in the aircraft due to the appearance of new burner architectures that are intrinsically more unstable, and the optimization of other conventional …
View article: Integral Thermal Management Studies in Winter Conditions with a Global Model of a Battery-Powered Electric Bus
Integral Thermal Management Studies in Winter Conditions with a Global Model of a Battery-Powered Electric Bus Open
The potential of e-bus transportation to improve air quality and reduce noise pollution in cities is significant. In order to improve efficiency and extend the useful life of these vehicles, there is a growing need to investigate improveme…
View article: Novel Energy Management Control Strategy for Improving Efficiency in Hybrid Powertrains
Novel Energy Management Control Strategy for Improving Efficiency in Hybrid Powertrains Open
Energy management in electrified vehicles is critical and directly impacts the global operating efficiency, durability, driveability, and safety of the vehicle powertrain. Given the multitude of components of these powertrains, the complex…
View article: Leveraging look-ahead information for optimal battery thermal management
Leveraging look-ahead information for optimal battery thermal management Open
[EN] The efficiency and range of electric vehicles (EVs) is an actual object of concern among manufacturers. The fast market share growth together with issues such as range anxiety demand evermore robust battery thermal management system (…
View article: Experimental aerothermal characterization of surface air-cooled oil coolers for turbofan engines
Experimental aerothermal characterization of surface air-cooled oil coolers for turbofan engines Open
[EN] Thermal management is a major challenge for new generation turbofan aero-engines. One of the most promising heat exchangers are the so-called surface air-cooled oil coolers (SACOCs). In this study, an experimental methodology is propo…
View article: Experimental evidence of the Poisson-like effect for flexural waves in thin metallic plates
Experimental evidence of the Poisson-like effect for flexural waves in thin metallic plates Open
This Letter reports the feasibility of a structure specifically designed for the control of flexural waves propagating in thin perforated plates. The structure, here denominated as a redirector device, consists of a square array of free ho…
View article: Analysing the potential of a simulation-based method for the assessment of CO2 savings from eco-innovative technologies in light-duty vehicles
Analysing the potential of a simulation-based method for the assessment of CO2 savings from eco-innovative technologies in light-duty vehicles Open
[EN] Mandatory targets are set in Europe for Carbon Dioxide (CO2) emissions of light-duty vehicles. EU law recognises the potential of certain innovative technologies to contribute to reducing CO2 emissions. Vehicle systems and innovations…