Master Thesis- Automatic CAD in loop

Job description

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match. 

Automatic CAD in loop - parametric-controlled geometric model for optimal battery pack design

Background:

Volvo Truck Technology is the core of development to create products and solutions to help increase safety and reduce the environmental footprint. In fact, there is a remarkable opportunity to improve the logistics efficiency in many transportation segments. TCO (Total Cost of Ownership) is one of the most important KPI (Key Performance Indicators) to indicate customer value and satisfaction.

At the same time, the development progress of battery design is advancing rapidly. There are many different cell types, different series and parallel configurations of battery cells, various connection types of busbars and installation strategies in vehicles etc.

How do we keep up with the ever-changing technology while also achieving the goal of providing the most optimized products?

Object of this Thesis:

We have utilized different models to calculate the TCO, however the geometrical data has not been involved much in these calculations. So, we would like to fill this gap and make the geometrical design be part of the TCO loop.

 

The scope of this thesis work:

 

·  define information flow from the concept study to industrialization phase
·  define criteria will be used for evaluation of this concept generation tool.
·  create a parametric CAD template model
·  check the performance of CAD in a loop.

 

 The delivery of this project will allow us to make rapid feasibility check in the earlier product development phase. The primary form of delivery will be a parametric-controlled geometric model of the battery system.  The geometric model will be able to

 

·  create rapid concept evaluation with essential sub-systems.
·  provide the data for geometrical feasibility check
·  provide the data for the TCO model calculation, for example weight, cost, EL capacity, etc.

 

This model will then be integrated with upstream data models to perform geometry-related feasibility checks. The geometric model will focus on the truck wheelbase area and the major system is the high voltage system including charging system and battery system, there could be other system included depending on the variants.

Your profile:

·  Knowledge in 3D modeling software is required
·  Basic knowledge in Python or MATLAB or other object-oriented language
·  Basic understanding of battery technology in vehicle applications

The thesis project is intended for 2 students.

Ready for the next move?

Location: Göteborg, Sweden

Time Schedule: Jan 2025- Jun 2025

Contact persons:

Manager : Mikael Rydh - Volvo GTT

tel: +46 739028419

mail: mikael.rydh@volvo.com

Supervisor: Wenting Hu - Volvo GTT

tel: +46 765534808

mail: wenting.hu@volvo.com

The last day to apply is the 18th of November. 

We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail. 

 

Who we are and what we believe in 
Our focus on Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity allows each of us the opportunity to bring our full authentic self to work and thrive by providing a safe and supportive environment, free of harassment and discrimination. We are committed to removing the barriers to entry, which is why we ask that even if you feel you may not meet every qualification on the job description, please apply and let us decide.

 

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group . Every day, across the globe, our trucks, buses, engines, construction equipment, financial services, and solutions make modern life possible. We are almost 100,000 people empowered to shape the future landscape of efficient, safe and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents with sharp minds and passion across the group’s leading brands and entities. 

 

Group Trucks Technology are seeking talents to help design sustainable transportation solutions for the future. As part of our team, you’ll help us by engineering exciting next-gen technologies and contribute to projects that determine new, sustainable solutions. Bring your love of developing systems, working collaboratively, and your advanced skills to a place where you can make an impact. Join our design shift that leaves society in good shape for the next generation.

Job Category:  Engineering

Organization:  Group Trucks Technology

Travel Required:  No Travel Required

Requisition ID:  15248