Meteor Power specialises in the development of cutting edge technology for electric vehicles alongside a range of exclusive high performance electric motorcycles due to enter the market in late 2016. This project will see the development of a compact hybrid power train for use in two and four wheel applications and other sectors. The development of the hybrid power train will see Meteor Power develop the first hybrid motorcycle available anywhere in the world whilst also making significant inroads in to reducing emissions in hybrid sports cars without sacrificing weight or performance. The hybrid power train, like our electric motor, controller and fast charging system, will be available for sale or license to OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers and will be the first engine in any motorcycle to be both Euro 4 and Euro 5 compliant.

The UK's maritime sector directly contributes £14.5bn GVA to the UK economy a year. However, emissions in UK ports are expected to grow four-fold by 2050 unless solutions are implemented to decarbonise the maritime sector a fact recognised by the Clean Maritime Plan supporting transition to net zero carbon by 2050\. Shipping is considered one of the most efficient modes of transport but represents a substantial source of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (UK-\>13Mt CO2e/year). Air pollution for NOx, SOx and particulates contributes to major public health risk (contributing to asthma symptoms, heart disease and lung cancer) and known to affect biodiversity (DEFRA reporting that 10% of UK NOx and 7% SOx is from shipping). \>90% of cargo handling vehicles within a port environment are diesel-powered (Euro 3 compliant using grade A2 gas oil) and are responsible for ~36% emissions within a port. Therefore, there is a **need** to develop zero-emission energy storage/electrification solutions which can replace diesel-power for powering cargo handling vehicles in an effort to reduce emissions and air pollution. According to Schneider Electric reducing portside emissions in UK ports could save up to £483m/yr. Westfield and 2-DTech (collaborating with CPI and the Graphene Engineering Innovation Centre (GEIC) are jointly developing new high-performance energy storage system (ESS) technology specifically aimed at enabling the electrification of vehicles/vessels based on the use of novel high-power, high-energy density **supercapacitors.** The supercapacitors overcome the limitations of batteries (Lead-acid/lithium-ion) such as long downtimes for charging, high maintenance and are not environmentally-friendly. Westfield are developing the control systems and integration of the 2D-Tech supercapacitors within electric vehicles such as Heathrow airport passenger transit POD and have engaged with PSA International (one of the world's largest port operators) and Ports of Antwerp, Milford Haven and Belfast Harbour to develop a new electrified zero-emission energy storage system which can be easily retrofitted into an existing cargo handling vehicle to replace the incumbent diesel-powered engine. SUPPORTIVE will **further develop the ESS** and **will focus** on: 1.Scaling up our proprietary functionalised graphene material, 2.Demonstrating small batch production of the specialised electrodes and their integration into pouch cells; 3.Reconfiguration of the battery management system, 4.Charging infrastructure required to meet operation of the vehicle which can reduce downtime and number of vehicles required for safe operation. 5.Testing and validating within a cargo handling tow vehicle to validate capability to tow 30t a distance of up to 1mile, 14 times/hr at both Port of Milford Haven and Belfast Harbour.

Westfield Technology Group will be leading an innovative project in collaboration with University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust and Cranfield University to demonstrate the application of cutting-edge driverless electric mini pod logistics, with temperature controlled lockers, linking into an existing robotic pharmacy. The project will be testing a prototype interchangeable ("hot swap") temperature controlled locker system for fast deployment, within which medication will be securely transported. A "one-to-many" delivery concept will be trialed, whereby multiple orders will be delivered to a single location, eradicating the need for additional delivery and / or collection related journeys, providing an innovative way for members of the public/departments to receive goods, and in doing so conglomerating orders, targeting the reduction of vehicle miles between sites, related carbon emissions, allowing staff to be better deployed for direct care and reducing lead-time for patients. The lockers will be loaded onto the mini pod by the pharmacy robot, with the mini pod then completing the defined routes. The mini pod will remain on site for an extended period of time so as to allow maximum flexibility for staff/public to collect at their convenience within a pre-booked window, to coincide with their departure from site or visits to the wards. A complete chilled locker system will be manufactured for the mini pod integrating both facial recognition and QR code technology to provide locker access. To complement this, a supporting app will be created to provide information on locker location, delivery time, shopping top-ups and interactive messaging, to provide maximum flexibility to the consumer and staff. In addition, a supporting operator app will be created to provide information on locker location, delivery time, state of charge, on-board temperatures, remote locker override, mini pod and system errors. Finally, through working alongside Cranfield University, the project will be fully integrated with their existing mechanical and software engineering faculties to provide hands-on experience in product development, as well as creation of new courses for IOT technology.

Following a commercial feasibility study with Emirates Airline and Dnata,Westfield have created,with Ha specification/design for an electric inwheel powered autonomous cargo pod that is able to take aircraft akes(baggage containers) and ULDs (Unit Loading Device containers)all using the same self powered platform from the terminal/warehouse to the aircraft and back using driverless technology.This will decrease the emissions airside, reduce delays at airports by automating the landside to airside security check and increase utilisation of vehicles by minimising charging time using an advanced carbon ion hybrid power plant and fast charge system.The vehicle will be equipped with an AI control system that will optimise the use of Lithium and Carbon Ion power.

ESCIPODs is a collaborative project led by Westfield Sportscars, alongside Zap&Go, Potenza, Heathrow Enterprises and The University of Warwick to develop existing autonomous vehicles for higher efficiency and extended range. It builds on existing research and development that has been carried out in the UK to propose a novel and innovative solution for clean and efficient urban transportation. This will be achieved by developing a new hybrid supercapacitor and Lithium-Ion battery system for deployment in both new and retrofit PODs.

The aim of this project is to further develop innovative technologies for connected autonomous vehicles to accelerate adoption of driverless vehicles and allied technologies in the UK. This project will introduce innovative technologies to operate connected autonomous cars in a platoon formation from Stockport directly to the arrivals terminal at Manchester Airport. Concurrently, a platoon of three pods will transit passengers to and from a car park in the airport to the passenger terminals. Project Synergy will facilitate inclusive accessible transport for the aged and the visually impaired. Innovations include: rapid battery charging using graphene supercapacitors enabling power sharing between vehicles. An Artificial Intelligence system will provide natural conversation concierge service to users. Development of control strategies and sensor technologies to facilitate platooning. Design of secure connectivity solutions for real-time communications of the platoon convoy within urban infrastructure. Deployment of resource sharing such as audio and video between the vehicles during platooning operation. This project will lead to the formation of new business models to improve mobility and the environment whilst providing economic growth through new job and business creation.

The CAPRI project will design & deliver a complete, market ready, mobility service deployable in urban scenarios using trusted secure PODs and systems supported with a 'complete package' of viable business cases, legal, regulatory, insurance recommendations to enable quick and easy deployments. A series of trial deployments demonstrate increasingly complex POD-based mobility services. Whilst addresing all CCAVs priority areas, including cyber security of vehicle and data validated real-time controld systems, our focus is on innovative business models based around POD mobility services.

The Multi-Car Collision Avoidance (MuCCA) Project will develop a multi-car collision avoidance system that aims to reduce the occurrence and consequences (injuries and damage) of multi-car collisions on motorways. The technologies developed and used will be very similar to those that will be included within a fully autonomous vehicle including sensor systems, machine learning, vehicle-to-vehicle communications and vehicle control systems. To support the system development the project will also configure, integrate and develop a number of simulation tools to create a vehicle automation modelling and test environment that will facilitate a more rapid development of automated vehicles. This environment will include a human driver model to allow simulation and collision avoidance prediction of ordinary non-equipped vehicle paths, so that this technology provides immediate real-world benefits on today's roads. The technology, systems and tools being developed will be readily adaptable to the broader vehicle automation domain, facilitating a significant evolutionary step in vehicle cooperation and automated driving development in the UK.

The flow of tourist in and around the lake district, especially around lake windermere, is a major and growing problem in terms of increase number of vehicles using the small narrow roads and further being compounded by the volume of pedestrains using the roads where there limited or no pavements. The year-on-year increase in tourist and rise in staycation has placed tremendous strain of the transport network, and exposed the lack of connectivity between the various modes. The Westfield Pod will greatly alleviate the disconnect in the modes of transport currently available increasing mobility, reducing noise and pollution due to it being electrically powered and fully autonomous. The POD will connect Windermere train station to Bowness-on-Windermere terminating at Ferry Nab terminal spanning a distance of 3 miles and also support the increased utilisation of car parks that are slightly too far for peoples' convenience. The linked ferry carries up to 18 cars and over 100 passengers from Browness to Far Sawrey, transports people, vehicles, horses and cycles across the lake, reducing traffic on the surrounding narrow roads. The study will analyse the flow of people in and around the area through the modes of transport and look at the suitability of a fully autonomous vehicle passenger system to support the increase of public transport.

This collaborative project between UK and Chinese partners will seek to develop a fully automated and connected, zero emission urban transport solution. It builds on the existing research and development that has been carried out in the UK and China to propose a novel and innovative solution for clean and efficient urban transportation. The proposed project will utilise technologies such as automated, electric vehicles, communication systems and wireless charging solutions. This project will deliver substantial socio-economic benefits within the urban environment to Chinese citizens in terms of reduced air pollution, reduced greenhouse gas emissions, improved transport efficiency and accessibility to vital services while at the same time, opening up substantial market opportunities for UK companies and opportunities for forming strong partnerships for the commercialising of developed solutions.

Supported by the Advanced Propulsion Centre and Innovate UK, this project will develop the ‘Intelligent Powertrain’, a novel and compact solution providing motive power for the next generation low carbon emission vehicles. With excellent flexibility, low mass and small form factor, the powertrain will deliver low levels of noise and vibration. It will extend electric vehicle (EV) range, providing flexible operation over greater distances, encouraging EV uptake and addressing the issues associated with range anxiety. This project builds upon the UK’s leading position in automotive technologies, delivering broad benefits to industry stakeholders. The project Consortium is made up of 4 UK SMEs: Westfield Sportscars (lead); Advanced Innovative Engineering; SAIETTA and General Engine Management Services Ltd. The Consortium provides cutting edge technology and expertise in rotary engine, traction motor, generator and engine management systems. The Consortium is supported by the The University of Bath’s Powertrain and Vehicle Research Centre (PVRC), a leading UK centre of excellence for powertrain and engine research.

INSIGHT is a collaborative project to develop existing AUTONOMOUS vehicles for safe, slow speed operation on pedestrian areas and pavements, with CONNECTIVITY not only to control and manage the vehicles, but ALSO for innovative data collection and presentation applications that INTERACT with users and other customers of the systems.

Cellulose fibres hold a potential to provide a sustainable alternative to glass and carbon fibres. However, their application on a commercial scale is limited by the challenges around durability, water resistance, and structural strength/engineering performance. In the automotive industry, there is interest in replacing glass and carbon fibre, plastic and metal elements with biomaterials. Such substitution will result in the reduction of vehicle weight, leading to increased fuel efficiency and lower carbon footprint. Some success in this matter has been reported concerning the elements of car interiors, yet application of biocomposites for external parts remains a challenge. In this project we examine a novel modification of cellulose fibres in order to improve the water resistance and the strength/engineering performance related characteristics. Modified cellulose fibres will be used to produce samples that will subsequently undergo testing according to the specifications provided by car manufacturers. If successful, it will be a significant step towards 100% bio-based materials to be used in a car body.

The GATEway project seeks to establish Greenwich as a leading venue for the testing and development of automated transport systems, showcasing their effectiveness for implementation in London, the UK and beyond and enhancing the global competitiveness of UK businesses. Led by the Transport Research Laboratory (TRL), we will fulfil this vision by delivering a convincing demonstration of driverless vehicles in the UK. We will create interoperable, scalable testing environments, protocols and standards guidance that will attract research and development investment in this area. Testing will include automated electric shuttle vehicles, M1 vehicles, a demonstration of teleoperated driving and a simulated 3D model of the Greenwich peninsula. The project focus is understanding engagement and interaction with automated vehicles, their local, national and international implications, effectively disseminating the results and providing routes to exploitation. The project legacy will be a driverless vehicle test environment in Greenwich, generating tangible business outcomes for consortium partners and attracting international OEMs and associated industries to the UK.

This project aims to develop a direct drive Yokeless And Segmented Armature (YASA) motor that will be ready for volume production in 2014, two years after the successful completion of the project. Research at Oxford University (OU), as part of the TSB funded LIFECar project, resulted in a demonstration YASA motor. It has significantly (2-3 times) higher specific torque than alternative motors at a rating of 500Nm. This enables the removal of the gearbox and differential saving further weight and improving vehicle efficiency. Whilst the innovative YASA machine has been shown to be low in weight, and achieve high efficiencies it is the primary aim of this project to also show that the motor can be manufactured at costs and standards acceptable to the emerging electric and hybrid automotive industry.

The EEMS Accelerate Project aims to help realise the potential of electric performance vehicles. With support from the Technology Strategy Board, the project brings together cutting edge, British designed and engineered, electric vehicles and puts them at the hands of driving enthusiasts for 12 months. These driving enthusiasts will use the vehicles during normal driving conditions; for both commuting and leisure purposes, enabling testing, demonstrating and further performance enhancement. Specialist GPS tracking devices fitted to the vehicles transmit driving and charge data to help understand how drivers’ behaviour changes as they become used to the EV controls and battery management system. This captures data which includes trip frequency, range, distance travelled between charges and charging frequency. Furthermore, this project is about changing perceptions and attitudes towards electric vehicles, providing not only a platform to prove their performance, but to showcase sustainable technologies, high end British engineering, and motivate others to get involved.