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LIGHTWEIGHT STRUCTURE FOR AN AUTONOMOUS SHUTTLE SYSTEM
Challenge
LIGHTWEIGHT CONSTRUCTION, DYNAMIC LOAD AND FUNCTIONAL INTEGRATION:
Autonomous shuttle systems for industrial use place high demands on weight, rigidity, vibration load and fatigue strength. The structure and molded components must reliably withstand dynamic loads, acceleration and continuous operation, while also allowing easy integration of drive, control and safety elements. The goal was to substitute classic metal structures and plastic solutions with a lighter, more sustainable alternative.
Solution
WOOD AS A MOLDED AND TRANSPORT COMPONENT IN THE SHUTTLE SYSTEM:
By using an elegantly shaped, lightweight and vibration-damping wood hybrid structure, a
highly load-bearing yet lightweight shuttle cover was achieved. The solution offers excellent
vibration damping, high reliability and enables functional integration of
components. In addition, the use of wood reduces weight and significantly improves the
ecological footprint of the overall system.
CURRENT STATUS:
Successful deployment of the wood cover in the industrial shuttle.
Transport crate solutions competitive with plastic alternatives.
COCKPIT UPPER SHELL
FOR A PREMIUM VEHICLE
Challenge
LIGHTWEIGHT CONSTRUCTION, SURFACE QUALITY AND INTEGRATION:
The cockpit’s upper shell is a visible component with the highest demands on surface quality, dimensional accuracy and design freedom. At the same time, low weight, high rigidity and the integration of functional elements such as air ducts, displays and structural reinforcements are crucial. The goal was to replace a plastic component made from many different materials, as well as metal structures, with a sustainable lightweight solution, without compromising on quality or function.
Solution
WOOD HYBRID STRUCTURE FOR VISIBLE INTERIOR COMPONENTS:
A specially developed wood hybrid construction made it possible to create a high-quality, dimensionally stable and high-performance cockpit upper shell. The combination of wood material and functional
material layers enables a significant weight reduction while maintaining high rigidity and excellent
surface appearance. The solution has been tested to series-production standards, integrates several
functions in a single component and meets the highest requirements for design and sustainability.
CURRENT STATUS:
Demonstrator successfully manufactured, testing successfully completed
and ready for integration into vehicle development.