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TUBACEX INNOVACION SL (TBX INN) & TUBACEX PREMIUM CONNECTIONS (TBX PC)
TUBACEX is a global leader in the design, manufacturing, and installation of advanced industrial products and high-value-added services for the energy and mobility sectors. Specializing in a range of advanced materials, including corrosion-resistant alloys (CRA), as well as advanced machining services, TUBACEX stands out in its field. The company operates production facilities and service centres in over 30 countries, delivering value to customers worldwide.
TUBACEX is the project coordinator, so its main task is to supervise the DESSERT consortium in order to ensure that the project objectives are achieved within the planned budget and schedule. The role of TUBACEX is not only administrative as it will also include the entire rope design process, including the selection of materials and lubricants, as well as the definition of the dimensions and geometries of the threaded connection. TUBACEX will also be responsible for the fabrication of the tubes, the characterization of the specimens both before and after the tests and the definition of the technical specifications for the new string design.
FUNDACION TEKNIKER (TEKNIKER)
Fundación Tekniker is a spanish research centre specializing in advanced manufacturing, surface and product engineering, as well as ICT solutions for industry. It is recognized by the Spanish Ministry of Science, Innovation and University as a technological centre.
Specializing in advanced manufacturing, surface engineering, product engineering and ICT for manufacturing, Tekniker’s mission is to promote growth and well-being through research, development and innovation, thereby improving the competitiveness of the business sector in a sustainable way .
In the DESSERT project, Tekniker will focus on developing new ad hoc test protocols to study hydrogen embrittlement and seizure deterioration of threaded connections on a laboratory scale. Additionally, Tekniker will help define the optimal lubrication solution for your designed rope.
TUC Clausthal University of Technology
The Clausthal University of Technology is one of the top German universities in engineering by the CHE University Rankings.
TU Clausthal is recognized for its leading research capabilities and strong global connections, evidenced by its substantial third-party funding and numerous successful partnerships with universities, research institutions, and businesses locally, nationally, and internationally.
The university’s research, teaching, and technology transfer efforts focus on addressing the major societal challenges of ensuring a sustainable resource supply and transforming the energy system in response to climate change. Central to this mission is the pursuit of a circular economy, emphasizing resource efficiency and regenerative practices. By integrating these principles, TU Clausthal is committed to supporting the establishment of a sustainable society in the face of climate change and digitalization.
TU Clausthal will play a crucial role in the DESSERT project. Being WP2 and WP5 leader, it will focus on proving the mechanical integrity and gas tightness of the string through a comprehensive full-scale testing setup. This will involve developing and implementing an ad-hoc test procedure that accounts for all mechanical and thermal induced loads in the presence of hydrogen. Additionally, TU Clausthal will be responsible for delivering a draft code that outlines the new test procedure.
ENCO SRL (ENCO)
ENCO, based in Naples and active since 1987, is an innovation and research-consulting firm specializing in business consulting, industrial engineering, and R&D&I projects. They provide advisory services for private businesses and public authorities in areas like energy, environmental management, agro-food, and logistics. ENCO has extensive experience in EU-funded projects, often acting as project coordinators or leaders. Their expertise includes:
Market Analysis and Business Planning: Conducting market surveys, SWOT analysis, competitor analysis, feasibility studies, risk analysis, and developing business strategies, including cost-benefit analysis.
Communication and Dissemination Strategies: Creating action plans for communication activities, identifying stakeholders, developing awareness campaigns, organizing events, producing promotional materials, and managing project websites to build community engagement around project topics.
ENCO is WP7 leader addressed to Environmental, economic and social sustainability assessment analysis. They will conduct Environmental Sustainability Assessment (LCA), Economic Sustainability Assessment (LCC), and Social Sustainability Assessment (SLCA) aiming to comprehensively evaluate the environmental impacts, economic viability, and social implications of various projects. Moreover, they lead the Dissemination, Communication and Exploitation activities in WP1, working to attract key stakeholders and to guarantee that the impacts of the project gain momentum across the EU.
AC2T RESEARCH GMBH (AC2T)
AC2T research GmbH (AC²T), the Austrian Competence Centre for Tribology, is an R&D service provider that develops innovative solutions in the area of tribology, the study of friction and wear. AC²T is one of the central points of contact for research activities in tribology in Europe and is considered a powerful market participant. It focuses on the transfer of comprehensive tribology knowledge to the industry by providing high-quality staff and state-of-the-art facilities in line with a synergetic, cost-optimised “multi-user system”.
The organization systematically cooperates to advance new tribotechnical methods and procedures, promoting the application of this knowledge in the industry to enhance tribological and ecological efficiency. AC²T also aims to stimulate research activities in innovative areas of tribology, increase public awareness of tribology’s importance for sustainable growth, and participate in the specialized training and further education of R&D staff in the field.
In the project, AC2T research GmbH will focus on seal tightness simulation and lubricant stability in hydrogen-rich atmospheres. Their specific capabilities include advanced simulation and modeling software such as FEA software (NGSolve, Comsol) and Boundary Element Method, supported by a computing cluster. They also offer extensive surface and material characterization tools like nanoindentation, confocal microscopy, white light interferometry, and SEM equipped with FIB, EDX, EBSD, and XPS. For lubricant analysis, AC2T will employ high-resolution mass spectrometry coupled with gas and liquid chromatography, infrared spectrometry, inductively-coupled plasma optical emission spectrometry, X-ray fluorescence, viscometry, and rheometry, as well as grease consistency testing. Additionally, they will provide a specialized test environment for evaluating lubricant stability, including hydrogen solubility measurement and laboratory-based simulations of lubricant aging in pressurized hydrogen atmospheres at elevated temperatures with specific contamination.
JOHANNES KEPLER UNIVERSITY LINZ (JKU LINZ)
Johannes Kepler University (JKU) is a distinguished public research university located in Linz, Austria. Named after the renowned astronomer Johannes Kepler, the university was established in 1966 and has since grown to become one of Austria’s leading institutions for higher education and research.
The university is known for its strong emphasis on interdisciplinary research and collaboration with industry. It hosts numerous research centres and institutes, contributing significantly to advancements in technology, science, and social sciences. JKU’s state-of-the-art facilities and innovative research projects attract students and scholars from around the world.
In addition to its academic and research excellence, JKU is committed to providing a vibrant campus life, offering various cultural, social, and recreational activities. Its strategic location in Linz, a dynamic city known for its cultural heritage and economic vitality, further enhances the educational experience at Johannes Kepler University.
JKU LINZ plays a crucial role in the project through its specialized capabilities in microstructural and micromechanical modelling. Their work will include modelling hydrogen intake and its effects within the microstructure, specifically focusing on hydrogen embrittlement. JKU LINZ will utilize simulation software such as MatCalc to simulate the microstructural evolution of the material during the production routines. Additionally, they will model hydrogen intake and diffusion, integrating these results into finite element software (ANSYS Discovery) to simulate the behaviour of samples and components under different conditions.