Fatigue of adhesively bonded structures (2011-2013) is a KK HÖG project where fatigue of adhesive joints is in focus. Partners are Scania, Volvo Cars, Volvo AB and DOW. Project leader Dr Thomas Carlberger.
Så Nätt (2011-2013) is a FFI project with FKG, Volvo Cars, Swedish universities and a large number of OEMs aiming at developing techniques to reduce the weight of cars.
Hållbar Punktsvets (2010-2012) is an FFI project with Saab Automobile.The project will develop simulation techniques for spot welded structures which will improve the strength and stiffness of the vehicle. Project leader Dr Thomas Carlberger.
EFFEKT (2009-2012) is a NFFP project with Saab Aerostructures. The project also involves Swedish research institutes. The project aims at improving effective use of composite materials in aircraft structures. Local project leader Dr Anders Biel.
FiKom (2010-2012) is a NFFP project with Volvo Aero. The project aims at developing methods to characterize strength properties associated with fracture of the fibres in composites. Local project leader Dr Kent Salomonsson.
UDEL is an ongoing corporation with the Center of Composite Materials at University of Delaware, USA. Project leader Dr Svante Alfredsson.
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MASLIM
(2009-2011) is a HÖG project within KKS. With five partners from Swedish industry and research institutes, we develop methods for strength analysis of adhesively bonded vehicles structures in an industrial environment.
FUTURA (2007-2010) is an integrated project within EU 6th frame programme. The project involves 18 partners from the European car industries, subcontractors, research institutes and academia. The project aims at introducing multifunctional materials in the car industry. The project is now finished.
VIP (2009-2011) is an industrial post-doc program supported by Saab Automobile and KKS. It focuses on lean and virtual product development. Local project leader Dr Mats Jägstam.