University of Warwick · Awarded contract

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Design and Supply of Hybrid Drive Systems for Very Light Rail Vehicle Project

Awarded 30 Nov 2015

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Awarded30 Nov 2015

Value£38,902.00

SupplierMagtec

AgencyUniversity of Warwick

RegionWest Midlands

CategoryTransport & Logistics

Ended 9y 10mo ago1y 1mo term

Awarded 30 Nov 2015Expired 30 Dec 2016

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University of Warwick awarded a contract to Magtec for the design and supply of hybrid drive systems for the Very Light Rail Vehicle (VLR) project.

The project involves the design of two identical bogies for a railcar, each with a self-contained series-hybrid drive system, and the construction of a full railcar demonstrator.

The contract covers three lots: Lot 1 - supply of a generator/starter and assembly of a diesel engine generator-set; Lot 2 - supply of a direct-drive traction package consisting of two motors; and Lot 3 - supply of batteries and battery management system with integration into an energy storage system.

The supplier was required to have proven experience in designing and developing generators and generator-sets for mobile applications in harsh environments, including continuous vibration, high vertical acceleration loads up to 100g, diverse weather conditions, and severe electromagnetic interference restrictions.

The contract value is £38,902.

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