Mechatronic Machine Systems
Mechatronic machine systems research covers a wide range of mechatronic machines focusing on two major interest areas.
Mechatronic applications in vehicles include vehicle dynamics in Arctic conditions and the electric powertrains of mobile machines. In electric powertrain research, the focus is on heavy vehicle powertrains and robust design methods. The design methods aim at high overall performance and energy efficiency, taking into account driving cycles and other loads. Industrial internet provides a new source of data for research and further improvement of the machines. For instance, electric vehicle research uses data measured on-line during machine operation. On-line data collection makes it possible to study machines in their normal operation environments. Powertrain research is also carried out on multiphysics systems that include mechanical, electric, and thermal power systems, such as ship energy systems.
Mechatronic industrial systems include machine dynamics, machinery for bioproduct production and machining and measurement of large machine components. Aalto Industrial Internet Campus and the mechatronics laboratory serve as primary research environments in this area.
Personnel: Professor Petri Kuosmanen, Professor Matti Pietola, Professor Kari Tammi