PROJECTS
Funding
European
Duration
-
Status
Complete
Geo-spatial type
Other
Total project cost
€7 746 802
EU Contribution
€7 746 802
Project website
Project Acronym
PIVOT
STRIA Roadmaps
Transport mode
Transport policies
Safety/Security,
Other specified
Transport sectors
Passenger transport,
Freight transport
Overview
Link to CORDIS
Objectives
PIVOT takes the Roll2Rail Lighthouse project and addresses mechanical systems within rail vehicles: Carbodies, Running Gear, Brakes, Entry Systems and Interiors including the Cab.
With seven technical WPs, it uses a system engineering approach, giving innovations tangible context considering real interface constraints. It includes specific, trackable, relevant, achievable and motivating quick wins which focus attention and drive home innovation.
- WP1 explores the materials, joining techniques and manufacturing for innovative carbodies. It seeks to develop a risk-assessed demonstrator specification.
- WP2 develops conceptual carbody components for alternative materials. It includes structural/non-structural assessments, FMECA and a sustainability assessment of facets like reparability and recyclability.
- WP3 focusses on smart solutions for running gear considering functions such as health monitoring and active suspension systems. These include new sensor system architecture and affordable hardware providing sufficient reliability and robustness.
- WP4 addresses running gear performance more generally. It seeks to develop a common technical specification, to innovatively use both new and existing materials and to scope the authorisation demands arising.
- WP5 progresses innovations such as electronics with high Safety Integrity Levels, eddy current brakes, new friction pairs, electro mechanical brake solutions and virtual certification.
- WP6 covers entry systems with themes including gap fillers, door entry surveillance, solutions for Persons of Reduced Mobility and performance improvement through mass reduction, improved insulation and higher acoustic attenuation.
- WP7 deals with modular interiors both for passenger spaces and cabs and aims make vehicle reconfiguration easier. Topics include flexible systems for adjusting tables, seat, luggage racks and the general décor, and ‘plug and play’ systems within the driver’s cab.
Funding
Parent Programmes
Type of funding
Public (EU)
Institution Type
Public institution
Institution Name
European Commission
Type of funding
Public (EU)
Partners
Lead Organisation
EU Contribution
€955 682
Partner Organisations
Organisation
Faiveley Transport Sa
Address
143 Bd Anatole France, 93200 SAINT DENIS, France
Organisation website
EU Contribution
€1 305 647
Technologies
Technology Theme
Rail vehicle design
Technology
More efficient rail wagons