Portfolio

MoTiV’s (Mobility and Time Value) project main goal is to contribute to advance research on VTT, the value of travel time, by introducing and validating a conceptual framework for the estimation of VTT through a European-wide data collection. The MoTiV solution plans to develop a smartphone app, named WOORTI, to compile behavioural and mobility data across Europe, which will be made available to the scientific community after the project to stimulate further research on the topic. The app counts with a journal planner and an activity/mobility diary to allow users to revaluate their mobility decisions and [...]

The aim of this project is to update and adapt the Catalan electronic invoicing solutions to the new European Union standard EN 16931 in order to have a common electronic invoicing rule in Europe and to facilitate its use in the public and private Catalan sector. EUeInvoicing.cat solutions allow the main entities that issue and receive invoices in Catalonia representing the public and private sector to update their existing eInvoicing systems. In the public sector, the electronic invoice delivery point e.FACT, from CAOC (Consorci Administració Oberta de Catalunya), and the invoice receipt system, of the Barcelona [...]

European reference platform in order to help MSMEs validate their compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation by designing and implementing easy-to-use and affordable tools. SMOOTH platform technological development and innovation is built upon several existing techniques, combining advanced technology in the area of machine learning, text mining, data mining and web and mobile apps, to automatize MSMEs GDPR compliance analysis. Compared to existing solutions, SMOOTH platform is the first tool being targeted specifically to MSMEs, the most vulnerable EU enterprises to fail GDPR adoption due to their lack of expertise and resources. The platform analyses in real time the information [...]

The CULTIVASOL project develops new greenhouses prepared for crops in times of high temperature and radiation through the improvement of the ventilation and the integration of flexible photovoltaic energy systems in the structure to achieve the energetic autonomy. CULTIVASOL represents the perfect synergy between two crucial sectors for the welfare of society such as agriculture and energy sector. CULTIVASOL, started in July 2018, will end in December 2020. The CULTIVASOL project is the result of the collaboration between Estructuras Solares del Mediterráneo S.L. (SOLARES), with extensive experience in the design, manufacture and commercialization of greenhouses, CETENMA, [...]

The FLEXRAPIDMAN project aims at the development and maturation of flexible and rapid manufacturing technologies for mobility sub-sectors, such as air or road transport, as well as researching on design methodologies for additive manufacturing, including generative design and the topological optimization of the components. In the field of aeronautics, the research will focus on studying the feasibility of the production of aircraft parts, currently mechanized, by additive printing using the SLM technique (Sintering Laser Melting and, promoting the use of the ISF technology (Incremental Sheet Forming) for manufacturing 3D parts, tools and sensors for aeronautical systems [...]

The project NEXTCARE is an innovation project to advance the co-design, development, implementation and evaluation of a new model of integrated care for the adaptive management of chronic complex patients, which constitute the 5% of Catalonia’s population. The new model will facilitate interactions between health professionals and citizens. The ICT tools, embedded in cost-effective integrated care services, will provide intelligent support for early diagnosis, risk assessment and stratification, patient monitoring and self-management, decision sharing along patient journey, and ultimately prevention and quality of life improvement.   Goals: Regional deployment of integrated care services for chronic patients [...]

The Near-Field Lift Encoder project develops and validates a new system for the precise measurement of the position of the cabin in elevators based on microwave technology and printed encoders. The Near-Field Lift Encoder system is more robust against adverse environmental conditions and more reliable for the effects of dirt (inherent in elevator environments), compared to other equivalent existing systems on the market, which are based on optical technology. The project consortium comprises three entities: Hohner Automáticos, coordinating the project, the Metamaterials Research Center for Innovation in Electronic and Communications Technologies of the Autonomous University of [...]

The goal of SkillsMatch is to develop assessment and learning technology in order to help users to adapt their skill assets to the demanded labour market skills. The solution will integrate and improve the development of Non-Cognitive Skills (NC), personality traits or motivations. During the project, partners will create a technological platform for assessing and evaluating such skills, as well as for recommending training opportunities for bridging the gap between their skills profile and the one recommended for their target jobs. SkillsMatch platform will offer users a self-assessment NC tool showing strong and week points in [...]

The MINIBUS project defines, develops, designs and manufactures a 100% electric urban minibus with high-load performance with the capacity to provide service in an urban environment throughout 16 hours of uninterrupted service, including the energy expenditure of the air conditioning, meeting the same requirements that current diesel vehicles. The project aims at contributing to reduce/eliminate fuel consumption and emissions in Barcelona’s city canter, improve citizens’ accessibility to sustainable means of transport adapted to the city’s mobility needs and obtain a reduction of the total noise caused by the operation of vehicles with electric motors. The main objectives [...]

The GREENTRONICS project develops components, electronic products and services for different applications in the sustainable mobility industry (electric and hybrid vehicles with high voltage batteries, 48V automotive systems and alternative systems). Unlike countries such as Japan, the United States and Germany, as well as China and South Korea, Catalonia lacks of a strong industry around the components of the sustainable mobility sector. Despite having a long industrial tradition in the sector of automotive components and that the automotive industry is one of the key Catalan economic sectors, there is not a well-established electric mobility technologies network. [...]

The Territorial Competitiveness Specialization Project (PECT in its acronym in Spanish) is the materialization of multiple strategies in Mataró city and Maresme region for the transformation of the territory through the construction of an intelligent, sustainable and inclusive economic growth model. The PECT of Mataró Maresme is aligned with two priority axes of the FEDER Catalonia Operative Programme 2014-2020, which respond, on the one hand, to promoting research, technological development and innovation, and, on the other hand, improving the competitiveness of SMEs. The PECT has two major sectorial actions: the textile, with the REIMAGINE TEXTILE project [...]

The MyVENT project aims to improve home mechanical ventilation patients’ treatment and health care with the implementation of a smart telemedicine technology system. The system includes a web platform, supporting professionals, and a mobile platform, enabling patients with home mechanical ventilation needs to follow the therapy remotely and being involved in the therapy actively. The MyVENT system, allows both professionals and patients to have access to the information about the machine, adherence to therapy and the physiological (patient) and electromechanical (of the machine that provides HMV) more relevant parameters and variables. In addition, the patient will [...]

The “Functional textiles for improving the comfort of the interior of the vehicle” - TexCONfiv project aims at developing new fabrics for the automobile interior with improved functional properties, such as light, acoustic, ergonomic and thermal comfort. TexCONfiv will use particular textile structures for the adaptation and disposal of materials, maintaining the low manufacturing costs demanded by the automotive sector. The consortium is comprised by the Technology Center of Grupo COPO (CETEC), leader of the project, who, given its knowledge in the creation, development and production of innovative technical textiles, facilitates the research and development of [...]

Skiwearable is a silicone bracelet to allow skiers access to ski resorts and monitor their physical activity. The wearable is able to obtain records of the physical activity and position of the skier without disturbing the skier. Skiwearable incorporates a GPS for tracking skiers and RFID tags. The device also connects via Bluetooth with an app where you can download the data from the trackings and is compatible with the Skitude platform, the partner in charge of the product’s exploitation. Compared to other physical activity monitoring devices, Skiwearable is specifically designed for skiers. Among its benefits, [...]

Feasibility study for the identification of pre-frailty and frailty conditions in elderly people. The Defrail project will allow designing a preventive intervention to delay or prevent their loss of functionality. The analysis will serve as a basis to develop, in a second phase, a simple and intuitive mobile application for the supervision of the physical activity of the elderly by health, sports and social entities. The tele-monitoring app will allow the realization of an early intervention to prevent, reverse and decrease the progress of frailty in the elderly. The objectives of the project are aligned with [...]