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Table of Contents

Introduction

Technology Readiness levels, what is that?

About DIG-it!

Chapter 1 Basic to Early lab scale demonstration projects

Chapter 2 Late Lab scale to Early prototype projects

Chapter 3 Late prototype to Market ready applications

About the Valorisation Centre

Index by research theme

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IntroductionThe transfer and application of knowledge for the benefit of

society and the economy are becoming increasingly important to

the innovation policy of national and international governmental

bodies. Technical universities play a prominent role in this. TU

Delft regards it as its mission in society to deliver pioneering

technological/scientific solutions that have a significant impact in

helping to achieve sustainability and a healthy economy.

In the past few years, knowledge valorisation has developed into a full third core activity of

our university, besides education and research. Examples of valorisation activities, that will be

strengthened in the coming years, are entrepreneurial education and facilitating the start-up of new

businesses. Other activities are the collaboration with the business community in order to jointly

participate in large research consortia and to conduct authoritative contract research.

Special attention is being paid to improving TU Delft’s activities in the field of entrepreneurship such

as: The growing demand for entrepreneurial education, the YES!Delft incubator and the active support

in the field of intellectual property. ‘Entrepreneurship@TUDELFT’ forms the umbrella under which the

entrepreneurial activities will take shape. The TU Delft Holding, with its sub-holding Delft Enterprises,

plays an important facilitating role in this development.

In order to empower TU Delft scientists to more actively engage in valorisation activities the DIG-it!

programme was initiated at the end of 2013. Which the pro-active approach of xplore, xplain &

xpose the programme assists scientists with profiling their innovative research and/or products into

society.

11 November, 2014 the TU Delft organised an exclusive event: its first research exhibition at the

TU library. More than 80 innovative ideas from all across the university gathered through the DIG-

it! process presented themselves to the business community. The event demonstrated the enormous

innovation potential of the TU Delft. For the invited (inter) national companies, it was a unique

opportunity to get a taste of what’s cooking in TU Delft’s star cuisine kitchen. This booklet is a

compilation of the various poster presentations of that day to give you a flavour of TU Delft’s research.

Let it inspire you and be invited to directly interact with us or through your counterparts.

Sincerely,

Paul Althuis

Director of the Valorisation Centre

Technology Readiness Level, what is that?The projects you will find in this booklet are sorted by their respective self-chosen Technology

Readiness Level (TRL). A TRL is a measure to indicate the matureness of a developing technology.

When an innovative idea is discovered it is often not directly suitable for application. Usually

such novel idea is subjected to further experimentation, testing and prototyping before it can be

implemented.

Please find below the list of TRL’s we used to categorise the innovative ideas

we encountered with DIG-it!

1. Basic research

2. Proof of principle

3. Early lab scale demonstration

4. Late lab scale demonstration

5. Validation

6. Early prototype

7. Late prototype

8. Early stage commercial environment application

9. Market ready application

About DIG-it!DIG-it! is the innovation stimulating and supporting initiative within the Delft University of Technology

coordinated by its Valorisation Centre. All year round we facilitate TU Delft scientists to make their

ideas more tangible and visible. With this support we aim to enhance collaboration with external

partners and its chance for successful implementation in the market or society.

Xplore, Xplain, XposeDIG-it! works according to the following three principles: Xplore, Xplain & Xpose. With a small team

we actively search within the faculties for the innovative ideas that are being developed. Thereby

we map the innovation-ecosystem. Subsequently, in collaboration with the scientist we look for the

most effective way for making their idea more tangible. The thought behind these principles is that by

translating their ideas into something more concrete scientist will be more able to share the idea with

his/her non-peer community. This allows for the creation of synergy at an early stage to develop the

ideas further.

Where does the name come from?The initiative originates from the Delft Innovation Award. This award was created in 2009 to bring

attention to the most noteworthy innovations of the TU Delft and as a token of respect for the scientists.

At the end of 2013 the executive board decided to place this award in a broader framework

since working on innovative ideas is one of the University’s core business. What started as the Delft

Innovation Gallery the initiative soon changed its name into DIG-it! The process actively digs for ideas

and supports them in such a way that it is easier for others to understand them. The name DIG-it!

originates form the Gaelic “tigim”, meaning I understand and led to the phrase ‘Can you dig it’ which

means ‘I understand’, or ‘Wow! That is awesome’.

For more information about the presented projects please check

www.dig-it-xperience.nl

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1 Basic to Early lab scale demonstration projects

Why?

How?

When?

Research theme

Technology Readiness Level

Realising this Design Vision is expected to increase the number of users and frequency of use. Furthermore, OV-chipkaart stakeholders save time and money on training, marketing, and solving user problems.

Through user-centered design innovation. First we analysed the users’ needs and abilities, and then – based on that – appropriate business models and technologies were identified.

We created a Design Vision for the complete public transportation in 2019. If realized, it makes public transport accessible to a wide audience, and a convenient way to travel.

Design Vision for User-Centered Electronic Payment for Public Transportation

Infrastructure & Mobility / TransportHigh Tech / Safety & Security

Basic research

Dr. ir. Japer van Kuijk

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Why?

Research theme


Predicting the wave load on a wall on a dike crest along the shorelines of low-lying countries; Evaluating the safety status of a building on a dike.

Conduct physical model tests and develop empirical formula for design purpose. Meanwhile using test data to validate a numerical model.

The project is expected to finish at the end of 2015. Help other projects within the same program framework to do a feasibility study of design a multifunctional flood defence.

Hydraulic Impact of Overtopping Waves on a Multifunctional Dike

Infrastructure & Mobility / TransportWater & MaritimeBasic research

Ir. Xuexue Chen | prof. Wim Uijttewaal

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Jetty van Ginkel MSc | dr. Chirlmin Joo | dr. Anne S. Meyer

Current protein sequencing techniques require relative large amounts of sample and fail to detect small protein populations. Our method will sequence single protein molecules, with high sensitivity and dynamic range, bringing single cell proteomics within reach.

This system uses a combination of a natural nanochannel and single-molecule fluorescence to scan the sequence of a subset of amino acids of full length proteins. Using existing proteomic databases, proteins can be identified from this sequence.

We will finish the lab scale demonstration in 2017, and place the first tabletop prototypes by 2019. Our system will replace many current techniques for protein based medical diagnostics and research. Also providing a powerful tool for personalised medicine.

Single-Molecule Protein Sequencer, to Diagnose Diseases Protein Level

Health

Basic research

Research theme


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How?

Why?

Research theme


Extending the lifetime of steel components under demanding high temperature applications.

Like biological systems, steels can also repair themselves. When a nanoscale crack appears, mobile gold atoms move to the damage site to fill the crack and thereby prevent failure.

Currently we have a proof of principle. 10-15 years to translate this into products.

Self Healing in Steels with Added Gold

Materials

Basic research

FNsteel SKF TATA steel

Dr.ir. Niels van Dijk | Shasha Zhang MSc | Prof.dr. Ekkes Brück Prof.dr.ir. Sybrand van der Zwaag

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When?

How?

Why?

Prof. dr. ir. Arjan van Timmeren | Arch.Taneha Bacchin Arch. Daniela Maiullari | Arch. Emanuele Paladin

The main objective is to develop knowledge and tools required to manage urban stormwater that facilitate robust, synergistic and multi-functional green infrastructure addressing future changes in dynamic urban areas.

The project is conducted in an international Urban-Living-Lab in Kiruna, Sweden, combined with national Urban-Living-Labs per participatory country, bringing together citizens, practitioners, decision makers, researchers, to jointly develop innovative solutions.

The research will impact decisions being taken for future strategic and structural plans of three municipalities (Kiruna-Sweden; Zwolle-Netherlands; and Insbruck-Austria) additionally to scientific innovation on green-blue design processes.

Green/Blue Infrastructure for Sustainable - Attractive Cities

Environment & Climate Infrastructure & Mobility / TransportBasic research

Luleå University of TechnologyLeopold Franzens University Innsbruck

Research theme


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Why?

Research theme


METABODY aims to counter the growing trend of current media of reducing non-verbal interactions (93% of our expressions) to a highly reduced standardised set gestures of interaction through conventional interfaces.

METABODY will develop technologies, tools, techniques and devices that will be integrated in the first fully interactive architectural pavilion, which will tour throughout Europe. Architectural Robotics, Computational simulations, Sensors, actuators and control systems, Human Psychology, Choreography, Computer Science and AI shall be systematically synergised in order to attain this vision.

The research which started in 2013 shall be producing novel physical prototypes every year, with its final climax in 2017, resulting in the world’s first real-time interactive pavilion structure. Such a space will seek to open perceptions, relations, movements and behaviours up to indeterminacy, for a social ecology to come.

Media Embodied Tekne and Bridges of Diversity: METABODY

Health / Robotics / ICTSocial impact / Delft GlobalBasic research

Dr. Nimish Biloria | Jia Rey Chang | Dieter Vandoren Prof. Ir. Kas Oosterhuis | Veronika Laszlo

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Why?

How?

When?

Dr. ir. Jeroen de Ridder | Prof. dr. ir. M.J.T. Reinders | Sepideh Babaei MSc.

Our research uncovers which genes are affected by mutations in the DNA. For the first time, we are considering the DNA as a three dimensional structure, rather than a linear on. We can do this by exploiting so called chromatin conformation capture data. This will contribute to an improved understanding on how cancer is caused.

We are the Delft Bioinformatics Lab. We create algorithms that can find patterns in large volumes of molecular data. In this project we have created an algorithm that can integrate large collections of mutation data with 3D conformation data.

Our research is basic research, and aims to better understand what goes wrong in the cell when mutations causes cancer. The knowledge gained from our algorithms is indispensable for the development of new cancer therapeutics. Unfortunately, this will be several years from now.

Cancer Causing Mutations in the Three Dimensional Genome

Health

Basic research

Research theme


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How?

Research theme


Prevention, diagnosis and treatment of disease is largely based on small animal models, such as the zebrafish. Hence, there is a need for high-throughput, high-resolution, in-vivo imaging of zebrafish.

The researchers are building a new type of optical microscope with which high-resolution, three-dimensional images can be made of the structure and function of the zebra fish.

The first novel microscope is currently build and needs some subsequent improvements. Imaging of zebrafish starts in two to three years and clinical impact is expected subsequently.

Zebrafish Swim into a New Light, High-Throughput, High-Resolution, In-Vivo Imaging of Zebrafish

HealthHigh Tech / Safety & SecurityBasic research

Dr. Jeroen Kalkman | J. van der Horst MSc. | A. K. Trull MSc.

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How?

Why?Hedlund-de Witt explores worldviews—the fundamental lenses through which humans see and filter reality—and their interface with global issues. For advancing the debates around issues like climate change and biotechnology, understanding these lenses is crucial.

Through both qualitative (interviews) and quantitative methods, including large-scale surveys in the Netherlands, the USA, and Brazil, as well as literature studies.

In 2015 I hope to have created (the fundament for) a valid and reliable tool to quickly and easily assess individuals worldviews, for purposes of, among others, policy-making and communication.

Worldviews & Global Issues

Environment & ClimateSocial impact / Delft GlobalBasic researchProof of principle

Dr. Annick Hedlund-de Witt | Prof. Patricia Osseweijer Dr. Joop de Boer | Nick Hedlund-de Witt

Research theme


Institute for Environmental StudiesInstitute of Education, University of London

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Why?Our algorithm senses the environment without the need for a central data collector. It is tuned by the users and delivers the requested environmental information timely and reliably.

The algorithm is designed using the analytical tools of distributed convex optimisation. Then, it will be embedded on real devices and tested on real environmental data.

In less than 10 years, environmental information will available in any location, at any time, and will be generated, aggregated, and processed by the user’s devices.

User-Driven Distributed Pervasive Sensing

High Tech / Safety & Security / ICT

Proof of principle

Dr. Andrea Simonetto

Research theme


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How?

Why?

Research theme


Solar-to-chemical energy conversion can be achieved by mimicking the natural photosynthesis in plants by artificial materials. However, the efficiency of this process is still too low for practical implementation.

Nanoporous 3-D metal structures linked by organic units (metal organic frameworks) will be used as photocatalytic materials. By applying high-level spectroscopy, multi-electron charge and proton transfer phenomena responsible for the photo-catalytic cycle will be unraveled.

It’s expected that in 20 years we will have an actual device capable of produce chemical fuels from solar energy.

Artificial Photosynthesis using Metal Organic Frameworks

Energy

Proof of principle

Ir. Jara Garcia Santaclara | Dr. Monique Van der VeenIr. Mario Jose Muñoz Batista

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How?

Why?

Research theme


Engineered bacteria can be cheaper, cleaner, and more versatile platforms for antibiotic production than existing methods.

Our bacteria will tolerate the action of the antibiotics they produce, enabling production to continue to high titers.

After approximately six years of development, if successful, our process will decrease antibiotic production costs, and in turn, lower medical costs worldwide.

Making Antibiotics with Laboratory Bacteria

Environment & ClimateHealthProcess Technology

Proof of principle

Dr. Greg Bokinsky | Ms. Helena Shomar

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When?

How?

Why?

Research theme


The goal of our project ELECTRACE, is to develop a microbial sensor, responding to a signal by emitting an electrical output. In contrast to conventional outputs, Electrace supports accurate and low effort measurements. This will reach the gap between electronics and biology. This microbial sensor is constructed by engineering the very basic and well known bacteria - Escherichia coli. For detection we will make use of native Escherichia coli promoters, which are activated in response to the aforementioned explosive compounds.

Our device will be presented to a vast scientific community in Boston between 30 October -3rd of November 2014.

iGEM, International Genetically Engineered Machine: Using ELECTRACE to Detect Landmines

High Tech / Safety & SecuritySocial impact / Delft GlobalProof of principle

Dr. Anne Meyer | Ing. Esengul YildirimDr. Dennis Claessen | team of 13 students

DSMDelft Health Institute EraSynBioBE-BASIC

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How?

Why?

Research theme


Patient-centered rehabilitation maximizes post-stroke functional recovery. Prognostic models help adjusting rehabilitation strategies. 4D-EEG is a new tool for monitoring dynamic cortical plasticity during stroke recovery with high temporal-spatial resolution.

Robotic manipulators apply mechanical perturbations to the sensorimotor system. High-density electroencephalogram records electrical potentials from the scalp. Advanced source localisation and system identification algorithms describe the underlying neurophysiological system.

We have developed methods for neuromuscular system identification, and are improving source localisation algorithms. Results of an ongoing longitudinal study with stroke patients will be available within three years.

4D – EEG: a New Tool to Investigate the Spatial and Temporal Activity Patterns in the Brain

HealthRoboticsProof of principle

Northwestern University University Medical Center Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

Prof. dr. Frans van der Helm | Dr. Alfred SchoutenDr. Yuan Yang | Dr. Teodoro Solis-Escalante

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Why?Traffic congestion has negative impacts on the performance of freeway networks. In hilly countries (such as Japan), sag vertical curves cause many traffic jams. We are developing a traffic management concept aimed to reduce the severity of congestion at that type of freeway bottlenecks.

Variable speed limits are applied on a freeway section upstream of the sag vertical curve, keeping the traffic inflow to the bottleneck below its capacity. Consequently, traffic never becomes congested at the bottleneck. Traffic becomes congested on the variable speed limit section, but that congestion is less severe than if it occurred on the sag vertical curve.

We carried out a proof of principle using microscopic traffic simulation in 2013. Considering its potential benefits, we expect that this technology will be developed further. Traffic management services based on this technology could be ready for implementation in five years.

Mainstream Traffic Flow Control at Sags Using Variable Speed Limits

Infrastructure & Mobility / Transport

Proof of principle

Ir. Bernat Goñi Ros | Dr. Victor KnoopProf.dr.ir. Bart van Arem | Prof.dr.ir. Serge Hoogendoorn

Toyota Motor Corporation

Research theme


Why?

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Research theme


Seamless integration of the supply chain is a must for shipbuilding, but which concepts and approaches will best fit the needs of this diverse industry?

Due to the recent implementations of lean and other principles in the Dutch shipbuilding industry, much more data on shipyard processes has become available. The same can be seen at suppliers and co-makers. Integration of this data will allow simulations to test different forms of working together, optimising the construction process.

Unlike earlier research on integral cooperation, impact should be expected within the next 5 years, as the work will support and facilitate discussions on this subject.

Optimisation of the Organisation of the Maritime Value Chain using Simulation

ICTWater & MaritimeProof of principle

Dr. ir. Jeroen Pruyn | Dr.ir. Jenny Coenen

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How?

Why?

Research theme


Container volumes transported through the Port of Rotterdam are expected to increase due to the construction of Maasvlakte 2. Performance and competitiveness will, however, decrease without adequate measures due to intense congestion. Our research proposes an innovative inter terminal transport system to prevent this from happening.

We develop demand scenario generation, mixed-integer mathematical optimization, and detailed discrete-event simulation techniques to determine what type and how many transport vehicles for inter terminal transport are required. We propose intelligent distributed control approaches for coordinating the operational actions of all vehicles, aiming for optimal transport system performance.

Our research focuses on design of the inter terminal transport system of 2030. The tools developed during the project can, however, already impact the port’s transport systems design from as early as 2016.

Inter Terminal Transport at the Port of Rotterdam in 2030

Infrastructure & Mobility / Transport

Proof of principle

Dr. Rudy Negenborn | Ir. Mark Duinkerken | Dr. Francesco Corman

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How?

Why?

Research theme


Communication and marketing professionals take decisions on complex issues on a daily basis. Smart Support makes those decisions more accountable.

Testing and improving our proof of principle in co-creation with software developers and communication and marketing professionals by design based research.

Our research and resulting tools will have a direct impact on the professionalisation of communication and marketing professionals which entails profound enhancement of scenario thinking and thereby accountability.

Smart Support for Marketing & Communication Processes

EnergyICTSocial impact / Delft GlobalProof of principleEarly lab scale demonstration

Dr. Maarten van der Sanden | Prof.dr. Catholijne Jonker Dr. Wander Jager | Dr. Koen H. van Dam | Drs. Jeroen Stragier

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How?

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Research theme


It will help to reduce road accidents, traffic jam, fuel emissions. It explores human interaction with highly automated driving and the effects on traffic flow.

Driving simulator experiments, eye tracking monitoring, control authority transition, traffic flow modelling, human machine interface design, public acceptance

By 2020, many people believe that highly automated driving will be on the public roads. This research will deliver a novel Human Machine Interaction to improve driving conditions and safety while driving in automated mode and it will also predict the effects on traffic flow.

HF Auto - Human Factors of Automated Driving

Infrastructure & Mobility / TransportHigh Tech / Safety & SecuritySocial impact / Delft GlobalBasic researchEarly lab scale demonstration

Dr. Miltos Kyriakidis | Ms. Silvia Varotto, Mr. Christopher Cabrall Mr. Zhenji Lu | Mr. Pavlo Bazilinskyy | Dr. Joost de Winter | Dr. Raymond Hoogen

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How?

Why? (3D) Printing on existing non-flat structures is not possible with existing commercial printers.

A novel method regarding printing with an industrial printhead mounted on a robot arm instead of a XYZ Linear Translation Stages. The demo shows the realised step from printing on flat surfaces to curved surfaces.

Research must be the basis for an early prototype to show the added value of printing on non-flat surfaces in 2 years.

Direct to Shape Printing with Robot

RoboticsICT

Early lab scale demonstration

Prof. Jo Geraedts | Prof. Robert Babuska Sunniva van Ipenburg | Marco de Giera

Research theme


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Why?Decrease patient discomfort caused by anxiety during dentist treatment by reducing their perceived pain, while at the same time, improve regularity of dentist visits, and reduce duration of critical treatments.

By deploying virtual reality within an immersive game environment especially developed for this purpose. Serious game design principles are carefully applied to create a customised experience for this specific context.

Achieving a more personalised and humane health care by reducing anxiety that saves practitioners time and money.

Gaming at the Dentist’s, Serious Game Design for Pain and Discomfort Distraction

Health / ICT


Dr. ir. Rafael Bidarra | Rob Kooij

Research theme


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Research theme

Reducing falls is an urgent challenge in ageing societies, as falls are among the most frequent causes of hospitalization and death among the elderly. A key factor leading to falls is degraded balance control.

We propose a minimalistic, backpack-like solution for balance assistance that is based on a gyroscope assembly coupled to the upper body. By exploiting the effect of several control moment gyroscopes (CMGs), the required support is generated in the case of loss of balance. Here, we study technical feasibility of this approach using a single CMG mounted on an inverted pendulum (IP).

We expect to start first experiments with human subjects by the end of this year, and with a small number of patients throughout 2015. We are also exploring commercialisation opportunities of the system.

Wearable Fall Prevention to Reduce Falls

Health, RoboticsSocial impact / Delft Global

Proof of principleEarly lab scale demonstrationEarly prototype

Dr.-Ing. Heike Vallery | Daniel Lemus

Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago

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Why?

Research theme


Currently, the design of haptic interfaces (i.e., for driving, telerobotics, exoskeletons) is by trial-and-error. A better understanding and incorporation of the human controller is needed for a technological breakthrough.

Radically change human-machine interaction by developing next generation collaborative robotic interfaces which are optimized to the user’s capabilities and limitations using innovative models of the human controller.

H-Haptics projects range from basic research to an already-marketed application. Industrial partners build the devices as demonstrators of state-of-the-art haptic interfaces, supporting the notion that “feeling is believing”.

H-haptics:Human-Centered Design of Haptic Interfaces

RoboticsHigh Tech / Safety & SecurityBasic researchEarly lab scale demonstrationValidation

Heemskerk Innovative TechnologyMOOG Netherlands

Dr.ir. David Abbink

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“Intensive collaboration with the business community is crucially important to contribute to social needs of society with the developed products and services. Here at the TU Delft we are committed to improve and expand our cooperation with the business community at the regional, international, European and national levels”

Dirk-Jan van den Berg

President of the Executive Board, Technical University Delft

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Our project will improve the visual processing and stabilization of an active vision system meant for visual guided mobile robotics.

Taking inspiration on how the human eye system works from a neurological point of view, not only to imitate its eye movements, but to implement its adaptive capabilities as well.

Our system could have an impact on society by 2020, depending on its use. Visual guided mobile robotics and existing image recording systems can benefit from this.

Bio-inspired Eye Movements with an Active Binocular Vision Robot

Prof. dr. ir. Pieter Jonker | Kimberly Nancy McGuire BSc Xin Wang MSc

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Research theme


Robotics

Early lab scale demonstrationLate lab scale demonstration

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Why?

Research themeTechnology Readiness Level

OFDM waveform suffers from the unpredictable time domain signal (non-constant envelope), which leads to non-efficient use of the electronic devises and erroneous reception time to time.

We developed an efficient signal processing algorithm that can be easily implemented digitally to modify the undesired generated OFDM signal to obtain more hardware-friendly (constant envelope) waveform.

This is a ready-to- use algorithm that can be implemented digitally in base-stations and how fast it can go to industry it depends on the promotion of the this work.

Efficient Low Peak Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (hELP OFDM)

ICTEarly lab scale demonstrationLate lab scale demonstration

Mrs. Seyran Khademi | Prof. Alle-Jan van der Veen

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Why? To solve urban problems is to improve quality of life. Our goal is to improve the understanding of urban environment by enriching and interpreting big urban data through social sensing.

By integrating, enriching, and interpreting machine and human generated data. Through big data analysis, simulations, and crowdsourcing we aim at providing citizens, decision- and policy-makers with actionable knowledge.

As a better urban knowledge leads to better actions, our research could have an immediate societal impact. We are developing a set of prototype “City Dashboards” for several European cities.

Delft Social Sensing Lab, Managing Big Urban Data for Analysing and Modelling Cities

ICTSocial impact / Delft Global

Late lab scale demonstration

Dr. Stefano Bocconi | Dr. Alessandro Bozzon | Dr. Birna van RiemsdijkAchilleas Psyllidis | Christiaan Titos Bolivar

Research theme


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Why?

Research theme


Dedicated underwater missions in complex and vulnerable underwater areas benefit from a highly manoeuvrable, robust and efficient robot equipped with undulating fin propulsion.

Deriving basic performance principles from biomechanic research on seahorses and cuttlefish and use them as an inspiration and functional requirements for state of the art underwater robotics.

In a few years, swarms of underwater robots, will carry out stealthy inspection, surveillance and research missions with a unprecedented spatial and temporal resolution.

Galatea-Project - A Bio-inspired Underwater Vehicle


Robotics

ir. Tim Vercruyssen

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Research theme


As yet, 3DC (=freely double curved) glass panel transforming on moulds CNC milled from steel or ceramic materials, implies great waste in labour, material, energy, logistics and time. Our CNC dynamic mould processing is based on 1 mould that can infinitely be reconfigured.

A flat glass panel will be positioned on an array of actuators (pins), which are simultaneously activated to transform the panel in a heating process into the desired 3DC shape. We follow 3 parallel development trajectories: Actuators, CAD-CAM, Transforming Technology.

Dynamic Glass Mould marketing starts in 2016. The market for architectural large freely curved glass panels will become enormous as most buildings need glass. After demonstration as transforming tool for glass, we will apply the technology for processing of other materials.

CNC Dynamic Mould for Producing Freely Curved Glass Panels


Climate & Environment, Robotics & Process Technology

Dr. Karel Vollers

TUD-DEMO Linak Van Lagen Metaalbewerking

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Swarms of dependable, simple fully autonomous rovers can form an omnipresent virtually indestructible self-deploying sensor network in harsh environments (incl. the Moon and Mars).

Especially the optimisation of the swarm robots heavily relies on practical experiments in the CyberZoo to extract the models and parameters needed for the simulation of large swarms.

Robot swarms will be excellently suited for surveillance tasks like finding drugs or explosives, for which presently dogs are used, or for exploration of dangerous areas, like collapsed buildings of caves on Mars.

Zebro Swarm Robots

Robotics / High Tech /Safety & SecurityLate lab scale demonstration

Dr. ir. Chris Verhoeven | dr. G.A.D. Lopes, | dr.ir.T.Keviczky

Research theme

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Why? Our research will allow the next step in the smart drone revolution: swarms of pocket drones able to fly and explore completely by themselves.

We develop computationally extremely efficient artificial intelligence for pocket drones that fits on miniature electronic systems, such as a 4-gram stereo vision system or 2-gram autopilot.

Where now we all have a smart phone, in 5 years we will all also have a pocket drone. Moreover, swarms of drones will then be integrated in your daily live.

The Next Step in the Smart Drone Revolution: Swarm of Pocket Drones

Robotics


Dr. Bart Remes | dr. Guido de Croon

Research theme


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Why?


This project aims to develop novel low cost sensors for diagnosis of lactose intolerance via breath analysis. The device is able to undergo reversible change in its color when in contact with exhaled breath of people suffering from lactose intolerance.

The exhaled breath of lactose intolerance patients contain unusually high concentration of hydrogen. The proposed device comprises yttrium thin film which is able to change colour in the presence of hydrogen at concentrations relevant for the diagnosis of lactose intolerance.

The device has been successfully tested in the laboratory and presently undergoing validation. The device will have huge impact on the society because it is much cheaper and simpler to use than the state of the art device for diagnosis of this ailment.

Novel Optical Hydrogen Detectors for the Diagnosis of Lactose Intolerance

Health / Materials

Late lab scale demonstrationValidation

Dr. Peter Ngene | Prof. Bernard Dam | Dr. Ruud Westerwaal

Research theme

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To provide experimental evidence of the robustness of nanosatellites and nanosatellites swarms in space. Nanosatellite swarms will enable real-time global earth observation systems and large area scientific instruments like OLFAR, a LF radio telescope based on a swarm of nanosatellites in moon orbit.

The research focuses on the realisation of highly miniaturised space systems based on modern main stream technologies, validate them in space by pursuing a regular launch scheme.

The research has led to the startup of already 3 and added new business opportunities in the space industry for several other companies and is as such already a considerable impact on the market and society. The TU Delft satellites Delfi-C3 (launched in 2008) and Delfi-n3Xt (2013) have had a large impact on both research and education.

The TU-Delft Nanosatellite programme

Robotics / ICT

Validation

Dr. ir. Chris Verhoeven | Prof.dr.E.K.A.Gill | dr.J.Guo | ir.J.Bouwmeester

Research theme

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How?

Why?Engineered nanostructured powders/particles production relies on wet-chemistry. Manufacturing often lacks rationality and is associated with large liquid waste streams. We apply a gas-phase nanostructuring technique that is rational, scalable and minimizes waste production.

Our process is efficient (precursor materials usage), versatile (different nanostructuring possibilities), doesn’t use solvents and utilizes scalable reactor technology. Different product configurations with precisely-controlled nanofeatures can be made.

We are working with industrial partners to validate the performance of our materials and process. Developments in the energy/chemicals/pharma sectors will drive engineered nanostructured powders demand to a tonne-scale in the near future.

Scalable Nanostructured Powders Production by Atomic Layer Deposition

Process TechnologyMaterials

Validation

Dr.ir. J. Ruud van Ommen | Ir. Aris Goulas


Research theme

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How?

Why?


Our research presents a solution for the existing 1.4 million row houses in the Netherlands, which have poor energy ratings, lack space, and suffer from moisture and lighting problems.

We made case study in the city of Honselersdijk, where the typical dutch row houses are present. From there, we made a working prototype of the solution (the skin).

Prêt-à-Loger facilitates the transition phase of sustainable society, targeting larger amount of houses to achieve 80% neutralization while keeping an eye on the option of becoming 100% sustainable. We expect to have impact on society within 1-2 years.

Prêt-à-Loger; Improve your House Preserve your Home

Environment & ClimateEnergySocial impact / Delft GlobalEarly prototype

Josien Kruizinga (Technical Manager) | Andy van de DobbelsteenCraig Martin (Faculty Advisors)

Research theme

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The PHENICX project creates new digital experiences for (live) classical music performances. In doing this, it strives to preserve a Western cultural heritage asset, and find new audiences for it.

In many fields, ranging from multimodal signal processing to visualization, state-of-the-art techniques are deployed and advanced upon. Their utility and validity is continuously monitored through active involvement of potential end-users.

The research already impacts current user-facing apps, such as the RCO Editions magazine. It shows novel functionality opportunities, and the user studies guarantee systematic validity testing of these.

PHENICX: Towards Enriched Classical Concert Experiences

ICT

Early prototype

O F A I

Cynthia Liem MSc MMus | Alessio Bazzica MEng | Prof. dr. Alan Hanjalic

Research theme

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Wings of conventional aircrafts have a fixed geometry. Smart Fixed-Wings can continuously adapt to the current flight conditions.

By means of a kind of smart materials called Shape Memory Alloys which are able to change and maintain different shapes.

It is still in design and early testing phase. If it shows a good performance and it is safe, it could be implemented on several years.

Smart Fixed Wings using Shape Memory Alloys

Environment & Climate / Energy /Materials

Early prototype

Adrián Lara-Quintanilla MSc. | Ir. Freek Sluis

CleanSky

Research theme

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How?

Why?The Robot Eva project revolves around researching the interaction between a service robot and people with the aim of gaining the knowledge required for the development of service robots that can be used in the care sector. Currently, the investigation is looking towards how a non autonomous robot can be best controlled for Wizard of Oz studies.

Eva will be tested at a homecare facility using semi-autonomous and semi-controlled movements in a Wizard of Oz setting.

We expect that the results will immediately aid in the development of socially affective service robots that can help in reducing the pressure on the currently strained care sector.

Robot Eva

Health / Robotics

Early prototype

Bram van der Veen, BSc. | Dr.ir. Joost Broekens


Research theme

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Kite Power aims at energy generation at a lower cost, material usage and environmental impact than achievable by conventional, tower based wind turbines.

Within a one year timeline Kite Power 2.0 builds an improved 32kW demonstrator for 24 hour continuous operation. Modeling and simulation will be employed to improve automatic control and increase speed and efficiency of development cycles.

Commercial development of the technology will start in Q3 of 2015, first with a focus on small scale (~50 kW) generation, then moving to large scale (MW) systems. The first generation of commercial small scale systems should be on the market in 2018.

Electricity from Kite Power

Energy / Robotics


Dr. Roland Schmehl | Dr. Axelle Viré | Uwe Fechner MSc

Research theme

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How?

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Wind turbines on flood defences are economically beneficial. Consequences of such large structures for safety are unknown. Complex multi-actor context creates governance and development problems for water boards and private parties.

Technical aspect: Numerical and theoretical evaluation of consequences of wind turbines for the well-known failure mechanisms. Governance aspect: Evaluation of incentives, barriers and interactions in development processes by applying anthropological methodologies.

The technical research should lead to the knowledge that is needed to introduce this aspect in existing regulations. The governance aspect should lead to improvement of development processes in similar oncoming projects.

Wind Turbines on a Flood Defence - Combining Technical and Governance Aspects

Water & MaritimeSocial impact / Delft GlobalEarly prototype

Integral & sustainable design of

Multi functional flood defences

dr. Paul Hölscher | dr. Baukje Kothuis

Research theme

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Why? Evaluating flexibility of available options for flood defence infrastructure (extendable to other fields ) to address and accommodate uncertainties.

The computational method will be used to analyse existing flood defence strategies.

Within the next two years, the core algorithms will be available for scientific use.

Adaptivity and Robustness of Multi-functional Flood Defence

Infrastructure & Mobility / TransportICT

Early prototype

Dr. Tushith Islam




Research theme

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Research theme


The process industry is predominantly characterised by economies of scale. With energy and transportation costs rising this business model becomes unsustainable.

Local production networks of modular factories in containers have a small environmental footprint and are agile. Their economic viability depends on their location and the market they serve. A simulation model been developed to explore the viability of these networks.

Because the model is dynamic and capable of simulating market responses the predictive power of the model is higher than current models used within industry. Uncertainty regarding investment decisions is significantly reduced.

Economy of Chain Integration

EnergyInfrastructure & Mobility / TransportProcess Technology

Early prototype

Dr. Telli van der Lei | Gerben Bas

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My research will improve safety and lower inspection costs of offshore and maritime steel structures by offering a solution to monitor detected fatigue cracks.

Prototype design, numerical simulations and experimental research will be done to make the CrackGuard system as reliable, robust and affordable as possible.

By the end of my PhD research in 2018, the CrackGuard system should be a product that is market ready and classified by several class societies in the maritime industry.

CrackGuard, Methodology for Monitoring Crack Growth in Steel Structures

High Tech / Safety & SecurityWater & MaritimeEarly prototype

Ir. Menno van der Horst | Prof. dr. ir. Mirek Kaminski | ing. Erik Puik

Research theme

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Research theme

To help elderly people living alone to solve everyday tasks of daily living.

Using set of computer vision and control algorithms the robot can autonomously navigate in its environment, manipulate objects and interact with humans.

With the company robot care systems we are market ready version that will be available in two years.

Leah, Delft Personal Robot for the Service Industry

Robotics

Early prototype

Dr. ing. Maja Rudinac | Prof. dr. ir. Pieter Jonker | Ir. Floris Gaisser ir. Aswin Chandaar | ing. Machiel Bruinink

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Research theme

The Pocket Negotiator supports people in their negotiations by structuring the negotiation process and helping to proposal good bids. One-to-one or multi-party, we have technology for all.

We are now working on business models, then we will create the market ready application. We have two interested parties for two different business models, you could join!

The transition of prototype to market ready application could be within a year from now. Impact could be on a specific market, e.g., real estate, B2B, B2C (e.g., conflict resolution).

Pocket negotiator: Intelligent Negotiation Support for all negotiation Phases

ICTSocial Impact/Delft GlobalEarly prototype

Prof. dr. Catholijn Jonker | Dr. ir. Joost Broekens | Dr. Reyhan Aydogan

Almende B.V. Nederlands Instituut voor Onderhandelen Paction

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Introducing technologies in society, such as nanotechnology, biotechnology or nuclear energy, comes with unknowns. We develop an ethical framework based on the notion of experimentations to deal with that uncertainty.

We conceptualise the introduction of technology in society as a social experiment and explore the conditions rendering it morally acceptable.

The ethical framework “New Technologies as Social experiments” is being conceptually developed for different technological fields. Next, we will adapt it to policy and industrial contexts with relevant partners.

New Technologies as Social Experiments: Conditions for Morally Responsible

Experimentation

Social impact / Delft Global

Early prototype

Prof. dr. ir. Ibo van de Poel | Dr. Neelke Doorn | Dr. Behnam TaebiDr. Lotte Asveld | Jan Bergen | Zoë Robaey | Shannon Spruit

Research theme

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Research theme

Climate changes pose a threat to many regions in the world, among them the Netherlands due to its low elevation. Understanding such developments and their consequences is crucial in order to act sensibly on them. For this reason, large-scale data capture and interpretation is necessary.

Captured data is complex and difficult to visualize in its entirety. Especially, heterogeneous sensor networks (comprised of weather stations, social media, mobile phones etc.) provide a wealth of different data types and formats. We aim at using visualisation to render this otherwise complex information understandable.

Currently, there are 14 weather stations in the Rotterdam area that measure a number of different environmental factors. In addition, we were already able to use social media to correlate messages with larger weather events like rain storms allowing to extract highly localized information.

Large-Scale Environmental-Data Visualisation

Environment & ClimateWater & MaritimeEarly prototype

Prof. Dr. Elmar Eisemann | Dr. Bert Buchholz

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Why? The need for better sanitation in the developing world is clear. 2.5 billion people practice open defecation or lack adequate sanitation facilities, and the consequences can be devastating for human health as well as the environment.

By employing multidisciplinary as well human centered design approaches a water diverting toilet and community sanitation centers have been developed which meet the needs and aspirations of inhabitants of urban informal settlements.

Early prototypes have been tested in informal settlements in India. As a follow up the further development and implementation is being explored in collaboration with India commercial partners, NGO’s and academic institutions.

Reinvent the Toilet: Water Diverting Toilet & Community Sanitation Centers

HealthSocial impact / Delft GlobalEarly prototype

Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation

Dr. Jan Carel Diehl | Dr. Johan Molenbroek | Gerwin JansenAnne Jansen | Miguel Melgarejo


Research theme

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How?

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Research theme

3D RTI Images taken with our system can be used for quick high resolution 3D scanning; for example quick quality analysis and digitisation of objects.

Our 3D RTI Dome allows us to relight photo’s after they are taken, and allows us to construct a 3D image and model the surface reflectance. We do so by computing image’s appearance as a function of the position of the light on the object.

Our method will allow rapid capture in 3D, that can be used for shape, material or quality analysis. Such RTI images are easy to publish on-line and allow relighting of objects. We intend to use it to scan the entire numismatic collection of the Federal Reserve in the USA.

3D Photography Reflectance Transformation Imaging Dome

Robotics

Early prototype

Ir. Tim Zaman

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Research theme


Intuitive and easy to use methodology for modelling 3D virtual worlds for games and training applications in a matter of minutes instead of days.

SketchaWorld seamlessly integrates a variety procedural methods, in order to enable artists and designers to focus on what they want to create, instead of on how they should model it.

By applying those techniques to do the tedious work for you, this methodology can stimulate people’s creativity, and has the potential to make virtual world creation available to the masses.

SketchaWorld: Easy-to-use Tool for Modelling your 3D Virtual Worlds

ICT

Early prototype

Dr.ir. Rafael Bidarra | Dr.ir. Ruben M. Smelik

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When?

Research theme


We want to be able to make the ultimate reproduction of paintings, in order to be able to fully understand them and conserve their exact appearance.

A hybrid system with cameras, a projector and automated translation stages allow us to scan the planar surfaces with a very high resolution in full colour. 3D Printing then allows us to make near undistinguishable reproductions.

By exactly modelling the appearance of a painting, we learn exactly what makes a painting look the way it does, and we learn how the original master has done this. This allows us to make 3D printed reproductions that gives rise to the question: if we can make an undistinguishable reproduction, what is the value of the original?

3D Scanning and Reproduction of Paintings

Robotics

Early prototype

Ir. Tim Zaman | Ir. W. Elkhuizen

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Research theme

In chemistry and solid state physics, Mössbauer spectroscopy is commonly used as an analytic tool that provides valuable information on the electronic structure of chemical compounds. The Mössbauer effect was observed on 82 isotopes of 44 elements, but only a few of them are used in practice.

In this project, the number of usable Mössbauer nuclei will be increased by producing them in-beam. Neutron capture prompt-gamma nuclei for in-beam excitation like 157Gd, 155Gd, 167Er, 161Dy, 177Hf, 163Dy, 179Hf, 171Yb, 154Gd, 173Yb, 160Dy, 182W, 56Fe, 66Zn and 39K will be produced.

The measurements on the neutron in-beam Mössbauer spectroscopy instrument are expected to start in 2016. The intended research and development of improved catalysts could have a substantial impact on the economics and sustainability of products in many sectors of industry in the Netherlands.

Neutron In-Beam Mössbauer Spectroscopy - Investigating Industrial Materials/Catalysts

under Authentic Working Conditions

Energy / Materials

Early prototype

Dr. Achim Iulian Dugulan | Ir. Michel Steenvoorden

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Research theme

Grabs are a type of handling equipment for dry bulk such as coal or iron ore. Development of grabs is conservative as the particular nature of dry bulk material hinders an accurate continuous description of the material and grab behaviour during operation. Virtual evaluation of prototypes can shorten the time to market and reduce the development costs greatly.

The project has created a validated virtual environment for simulating the interaction between particles and equipment by Discrete Element Method and Multi Body Dynamics. The simulation has been validated through lab-scale and full-scale industrial experiments of existing grabs.

By now the model has been validated and is ready to be used to develop the grab of the future. It provides insight into the working principles of equipment from a particulate material perspective. This helps to improve any process that involves handling and processing of powders and granular materials.

Grab the Future - Virtual Prototyping Using Particle Based Simulation

Infrastructure & Mobility / TransportProcess TechnologyEarly prototype

ir. Stef W. Lommen | Dr. ir. Dingena Schott | Prof.dr.ir. Gabriel Lodewijks


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How?

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Research theme

Inspired by muscular hydrostatic skeleton systems in squid tentacles a range of steerable medical instruments have been developed for nearly all applications of minimally invasive surgery, e.g. laparoscopy, neurosurgery, eye surgery and catheter interventions. Our novel prototypes feature world’s thinnest and most manoeuvrable steerable constructions.

For medical input we collaborate with medical specialists (AMC, LUMC, Erasmus MC, UMCU), and for biological input we collaborate with the University of Wageningen. Our researchers and instrument makers collaborate closely in a team, using a new design methodology that strongly stimulates creative design processes.

Worldwide, our research group BITE is on the forefront. Commercialisation is being carried out by spin-off company DEAM in collaboration with the medical industry. The surgical instrumentation market is very complex and the “when” depends on many factors. But I expect that our inventions will revolutionise minimally invasive surgery and enable complex operations that can not yet be carried out.

Bio-Inspired Medical Technology

HealthHigh Tech / Safety & SecurityEarly prototype to Market ready application

Prof.dr.ir. Paul Breedveld | All people within the BITE research group

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Research theme


To show the world what is possible with solar energy and the latest technologies.

With a team of 16 persons we spend 1,5 years building a solar car, with several disciplines each focussing on a different aspect of the car.

Next year October we will start the race in Australia and hopefully win it again!

Nuon Solar Team

Environment & Climate / EnergyInfrastructure & Mobility / Transport

Late prototype

Bianca Koppen

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How?

Why?

Research theme


The present guidelines for the design and assessment of flood defences are not suitable for multifunctional flood defences.

A generic method will be developed for the evaluation of a-typical flood defences. This method is based on a distinction of structural parts regarding their structural function.

After publication of the dissertation the method will be available for application in the design and assessment practice.

Structural evaluation of multifunctional flood defences

Water & Martime

Late Prototype

Ing. M.Z. Voorendt



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When?

How?

Why?Terahertz cameras can provide improved capabilities in sensing and security applications. However, such devices are currently limited by their large size/cost and their low sensitivity. We propose solutions for realising integrated terahertz cameras with radically enhanced sensitivity.

To improve the sensitivity of terahertz cameras, we will employ novel wideband high-gain antenna concepts, combined with high-sensitivity detectors based on state-of-the-art CMOS and BiCMOS technologies. An integrated 1K pixel camera in a silicon-based technology will be developed.

At the end of the two-year project, the technology will be transferred to the industrial partners for developing future systems for commercial applications. THz sensing will play an important role in electronics research and development for the next decades.

Terahertz Silicon-Integrated CAMera for Low-Cost Imaging Applications

High Tech / Safety & Security

Late Prototype

Research theme


Prof. Andrea Neto | Dr. M Spirito | Dr. N. Llombart | Dr. Daniele Cavallo

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How?

When?


DORA will prevent disruptions of the workflow of operative processes and thereby improve patient safety and efficiency in the entire care pathway.

DORA monitors events related to patients, personnel, equipment and instruments and uses pattern analysis to discover deviations from protocol and to identify possible risks for patient safety.

The ability to monitor the processes in real-time will have a direct effect on the efficiency of the care pathway and reduce costs. Implemented the knowledge of DORA will grow automatically and incrementally improve patient safety.

DORA - Digital Operating Room Assistant

Health

Late prototype

Eye HospitalRotterdam

Reinier de GraafHospital

Leiden University Medical Center

Dr. John van den Dobbelsteen | Prof.dr. Jenny Dankelman | Dr.ir. Linda Waubenir. Annetje Guedon | Drs. Frédérique Meeuwsen

Research theme

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How?

Why?

Research theme


Repairing menisci lesions is challenging when the tear is located in a difficult to reach location. Using the current cutting tools that cannot steer multiple instrument exchanges are required, which leads to frustration, longer operation time, high tissue stress on cartilage and portals and therefore potential tissue damage and hand pain.

Our Steerable Punch offers the needed extra reachability in knee joints, and prevents the use of multiple cutting tools. This is achieved by a new patented stiff articulating shaft mechanism (SATA), which allows the tip to be positioned at all possible angles between 55 and -55 degrees and simultaneously allows for precision cutting of tough tissues within one single instrument.

As soon as the first SATA punch comes available in 2016. This new punch reduces the number of instrument changes (one punch is needed) and reduces the risk on tissue damage.

SATA, Shaft Actuated Tip Articulation in an Arthroscopic Punch

HealthHigh Tech / Safety & Security

Late prototype

Dr.ir. Tim Horeman | Dr.ir. Gabrielle Tuijthof | Prof.dr.Gino Kerkhoffs (MD)

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How?

Why?


Research theme

DNA analysis is a slow and expensive process, limiting its utilization in disease diagnosis such as cancer. We design specialized computer hardware to substantially increase the speed of the analysis.

There are standard algorithms used to diagnose cancer using DNA. We design circuits that can solve these algorithms directly in hardware much more efficiently than on a general purpose computer.

We have an algorithm already running in the field with 10x speedup. A second algorithm is a prototype running 1.5x faster, and to be ready for commercialization by November.

Fast DNA Analysis for Cancer Diagnosis Using FPGA-based Technology

Health / ICT

Late Prototype

Dr. Zaid Al-Ars | Dr. Koen Bertels | Dr. Vlad Sima

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How?

Why?


Research theme

We’ll make the production of microalgal starch and lipids, which can be used to produce biofuels, cheaper.

By using nature’s diversity in a smart way, we can guarantee stable production in cheap cultivation systems.

Currently, the first pilot-scale tests are performed. The technology will be ready for further scaling up in 1-2 years.

Survival of the Fattest; Using Algea for Biofuel Production

Environment & ClimateEnergyLate prototype

ir. Peter Mooij | dr. ir. Robbert Kleerebezem | prof. dr. ir. Mark van Loosdrecht

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How?

Why?


Research theme

Enhancing train toilet hygiene, so that travelling by train becomes more attractive, or specifically that the train traveller will rate the train toilet as sufficient.

The ‘research through’ design of the train toilet is based on approximately 230 observations of users and questionnaires completed by about 1500 train travellers.

At the end of 2015 or beginning of 2016 both the PhD Thesis Defense as well as the key elements of the design proposal with specifications in the modernization of the double decker trains (Virm) will take place.

Hygienic Train Toilet

Infrastructure & Mobility / TransportHealthLate prototype Commercial application

Dr. ir. Johan Molenbroek | Prof. ir. Daan van Eijk | ir. Marian Loth

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How?

Why?

Research theme


Africa is very poorly monitored when it comes to water and climate. Yet, to develop the continent’s agriculture and resources, such data are essential. TAHMO will build a network of 20,000 robust and cost effective weather stations to turn this situation around.The TAHMO network will mainly be roled out through schools, thereby enhancing the water & climate curriculum. Data will be freely available for non-commercial use. Commercial use will pay for the upkeep of the network.

Two pilots, one in Ghana and one in Kenya, will start this year. The Kenyan pilot aims at providing data for micro-crop insurance. The Ghanaian project aims at improving weather forecasts and providing farmers with weather related information.

Trans-African Hydro-Meteorological Observatory

Environment & Climate / ICT

Early stage commercial environment application

Prof. dr. ir. Nick van de Giesen | Dr. ir Rolf Hut | Ir. Martine Rutten

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How?

Why?


Research theme

ROS-Industrial is a software platform that allows (inter)connection of all types and brands of robots and other intelligent machines. It will greatly improve the accessibility of robot technology gains of robotics.

A worldwide network of developers works together to translate high-level research results, such as smart 3D camera software, into plug-and-play software components.

ROS-Industrial is already operational, and many more features and capabilities will be added in the next few years.

Robot Operating System - Industrial, Open Source Cross-Platform

RoboticsICTEarly stage commercial environment application

Dr. Martijn Wisse | ir. Gijs van der Hoorn

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How?

Why?

Research themeTechnology Readiness Level

Factory-in-a-Day will bring industrial robots within reach of medium and small companies.

The key bottleneck, installation time (and cost), is drastically reduced by combining rapid manufacturing techniques with smart software. Think of it as ‘apps’ for various robot tasks.

The first small/medium companies are being served right now. By the end of the project (2017), a significant number of companies will enjoy the productivity gains of robotics.

Factory-in-a-Day - Fast Installation to Make Robotics Affordable for Small Companies

RoboticsEarly stage commercial environment application

Dr. Martijn Wisse | Prof. dr. ir. Jo Geraedts | ir. J. C. Verlinden

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How?

Why?

Research theme


Communication and interaction between drivers and intelligent vehicles is crucial for the further introduction of automation. We use haptics as a basis for novel interfaces to control such vehicles.

We conduct human-in-the-loop experiments in driving simulators to identify driver behavior, and design and evaluate novel interaction interfaces based on force feedback and haptic guidance.

Our research has resulted in successful marketing of the haptic gas pedal (Distance Control Assist). Our patents will also help marketing lateral assist systems in the coming five years.

Haptic Shared Control for Driver Assistance

Infrastructure & Mobility / TransportHigh Tech / Safety & SecurityProof of principleMarket ready application

Dr. ir. David Abbink | Dr. ir. Mark Mulder | Dr. ir. Erwin Boer

Nissan Motor Company, Ltd.

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How?

Why?

Research theme

A L M A T I S

Producing cement requires high temperatures. Operating the furnaces used in the process is typically based upon a trial and error process. We instead developed a mathematical model that allowed to identify the optimal temperature and to substantially increase the profit margins.

The developed mathematical model proved valuable in two ways. 1) it allowed to locate too high temperature regions in the oven. 2) it allowed to validate changes in the operating conditions that reduce peak temperature.

The proposed operating condition changes have been tested in the field in August 2011. Since, the furnaces has been operating without unscheduled shut-downs, resulting in hugely important cost savings. The method of mathematical modelling can also be applied to other industrial processes.

Mathematical Modeling of Industrial Furnaces for Cement Production

High Tech / Safety & Security Materials

Market ready application

Dr. Domenico Lahaye | Ir. Michele Pisaroni | Ir. Rudy Sadi


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How?

When?


Research theme

Collecting accurate geological datasets has long been a challenge for geoscientists. Several ‘Digital Outcrop Modelling’ methods exist, but their flexibility is limited. The GeoBee provides both accuracy and flexibility.

The GeoBee workflow applies existing commercial tools (a high-end drone and photogrammetry techniques) with our in-house digitisation tools to create accurate geological datasets for input in geomechanical and fluid flow models.

The GeoBee has been used in two projects, and the resulting datasets and models are providing both academic output (publications) as well as improved geological models for the Oil and Gas industry.

GeoBee, Outcrop Analogue Modelling in Fieldworks

Energy

Market ready application

Ir. Kevin Bisdom | Prof.Dr. Giovanni Bertotti | Dr. Nico Hardebol

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How?

Why?

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Research theme


Natural air conditioning improves the indoor environment, decreases the energy use of buildings and bridges the gap between architecture and technology.

Buildings will be designed as “climate machines” using the ambient energy of the earth mass, the wind and the sun, eliminating the need for mechanical systems.

The Earth, Wind & Fire concept will be applied in a newly to be build hotel in Amsterdam, worlds first zero energy hotel.

Earth, Wind & Fire -Natural Air Conditioning

Environment & ClimateEnergyMarket ready application

Dr. Ing. Benjamin Bronsema | Dr. Ir. Wim van der SpoelDr. Regina Bokel

Dutch Green Company Eindhoven University of Technology

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Why?

How?

When?

Increasing amount of concrete waste, lack of dumping places, saving natural resources and reducing CO2 emissions, are the main driving forces for finding a sustainable and economic way for concrete recycling.

The C2CA project aims at an innovative, cost-effective and environmental friendly approach for in situ recycling of high-volume end of life concrete streams into prime-grade aggregates and cement.

The feasibility of this recycling process was examined in a demonstration project involving 20,000 tons of EOL concrete. Results show that the +4 mm recycled aggregate compares favourably with natural aggregate.

Mechanical Recycling of End Of Life (EOL) Concrete into High-Grade Aggregates

Environment & ClimateMaterialsMarket ready application

Strukton - Heidelberg Cement - Holcim - Theo Pouw - DV - Laser 2000 - Inashco R&D

Somayeh Lotfi | Prof. Peter Rem

Research theme


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About the Valorisation CentreSuccessful innovation not only calls for in-depth knowledge and cutting-edge creativity, but constructive

partnership is just as essential. To transform technological innovations into practical added-value

applications for society, we need assistance from external partners. By cooperating with business,

government and civil society organisations or directly via individuals, we can make our knowledge

work to the benefit of wider society.

By commercialising academic research, the University wants to contribute to sustainable and

innovative solutions to social problems. The university adds value to society by making its knowledge

available for commercial purposes, or conducting research commissioned by companies or

international institutions. Scientists from the TU Delft work together with specialists from all over the

world to create break-through solutions with an impact on society. The success of Technology Transfer

therefore highly relies on the effort our academic employees make.

The Valorisation Centre is a good place to start to start doing business with the TU Delft and there are

different ways in which this can take shape: Patent portfolio, Business relations & Contract research.

Linked to this TU Delft has its own participation holding called Delft Enterprises.

Patent portfolioTU Delft has an interesting patent portfolio but a patent is only the beginning. A beginning

that may lead to a profitable business or a successful venture or license agreement.

For more information:

www.tudelft.nl/en/business/tu-delft-patent-portfolio

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Start-ups and spinoutsDelft Enterprises is the one stop shop for entrepreneurship and spin out companies of the

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Business RelationsThe TU Delft can be an interesting business partner. There are various clusters on which we

intensively collaborate with business, such as clean tech, medical technologies, high tech

systems, nano technologies, energy and infrastructure & mobility.


www.tudelft.nl/en/business/contact

Antal Baggerman

T +31 (0) 15 278 6973

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Contract researchThe TU Delft participates with various companies and organisations in large-scale research

projects.


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Index by research themeEnergy projectsSee pages: 20, 27, 45, 47, 49, 52, 62, 67, 73, 80 & 81

Environment & ClimateSee pages: 14, 18, 21, 39, 45, 47, 57, 67, 73, 75, 81 & 82

HealthSee pages: 12, 15, 16, 17, 21, 23, 30, 31, 42, 48, 58, 66, 70, 71, 72 & 74

High Tech / Safety & SecuritySee pages: 10, 17, 19, 22, 28, 32, 40, 53, 66, 69, 71, 78, 79

ICTSee pages: 15, 19, 25, 27, 29, 30, 36, 37, 43, 46, 51, 55, 60, 72, 75 & 76

Infrastructure & Mobility / TransportSee pages: 10, 11, 24, 26, 28, 51, 52, 63, 67, 74 & 78

MaterialsSee pages: 13, 42, 44, 47, 79 & 82

Process TechnologySee pages: 21, 39, 44, 52 & 63

RoboticsSee pages: 15, 23, 29, 31, 32, 35, 38, 39, 40, 41, 43, 48, 49, 54, 59, 61, 76 & 77

Social impact See pages: 15, 18, 22, 27, 28, 37, 45, 50, 55, 56 & 58

Water & MaritimeSee pages: 11, 25, 50, 53, 57 & 68

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Production: Valorisation Centre TU Delft – DIG-it!

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