Stefan Ericson
Head of Division/Senior Lecturer
The project aims to collaboratively develop production processes for prioritised technological areas within electric drivetrains, where the industry has identified a significant and growing need for new knowledge and capacity.
Identified needs
The project focuses on four key technological areas with particularly high development needs:
- Power electronics, manufacturing and testing, including connections to battery systems
- Laser welding, welding of power electronics and batteries
- Assurance of production outcomes
- The next generation of e-machines
Collaboration and industrial commitment
The project is supported by strong industrial involvement, and the identified needs are shared by all participating parties: AB Volvo Penta, Powertrain Engineering Sweden AB, Volvo Trucks, Volvo Car Corporation (Engine Skövde), the University of Skövde, and IDC West Sweden AB.
Project structure
The project spans 36 months and is organised into four work packages focusing on research and innovation. The work is directed towards developing technologies, building expertise, and creating conditions for implementation within the industry.
Purpose and goals
The overarching goal is to enable the development and use of advanced equipment for production processes at ASSAR Industrial Innovation Arena in Skövde. Through joint efforts within the ASSAR environment, new knowledge will be generated in technological areas that are crucial to the electrification of the automotive industry. This knowledge will be further developed and applied within each party’s operations while also laying the foundation for future research and innovation initiatives.
Project manager
Lars Tööj, IDC West Sweden AB
