Master Thesis – Modeling the heat transfer in and outside the truck cabin

Master Thesis – Modeling the heat transfer in and outside the truck cabin


Introduction


Modeling and simulation of vehicle systems is an important and integrated part of the development process for vehicles. Today our Cabin Climate control system depends on a Cabin Temperature sensor located in the cabin. There are use cases where a support model based on heat transfers can replace the sensor temperature.


Who we are


The Thermal Management department within Vehicle Technology is responsible for developing, delivering, and maintaining an optimized Cab Climate and Thermal Supply systems for all types of propulsion installations to all truck brands within the Volvo Group. We are responsible for leading the work with strategies and advanced engineering globally. We are located at Gothenburg and Bangalore and we have close cooperation with the engineering sites located in Greensboro and Lyon. We understand the final customer needs and apply our knowledge to develop technical concepts and solutions that satisfy customer and business needs. The work is based on innovation, shared technology, common architecture and brand uniqueness. We want to make a difference by being there for our customers and by providing uptime and reliable products.
As a master thesis student in the Thermal Management Application Software team you will be a valued contributor to our deliveries and continuous learning. You will be surrounded by a global and diverse team of highly skilled and engaged colleagues who will be interested in the progress of your work and eager to help and support along the way.
Description of tasks and expected outcome
Literature search about modeling heat transfer in a truck cabin.
Study existing simulation data and available measure data and propose a way forward.
Do complementary simulations if needed.
Goal: Build a heat transfer model in Simulink that estimates Cabin temperature to a level where it can replace Cabin Temperature sensor.
Heat transfer model shall run on target ECU.
Verification of heat transfer model in Climate Wind Tunnel or Road tests.
Documentation

Suitable background


This master thesis is a complex task that requires analytical skills and a deep understanding of heat transfer theory. To be successful in this master thesis project we believe that it is important that you recognize yourself in the following description.
Final year student in Master program for Automotive, Physics, Mechatronics, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or similar
Programming skills in Simulink, Matlab
Fundamental understanding of thermodynamics, with emphasis heat transfer theory.
Knowledge in simulation tool Simcenter STAR-CCM+ is a wish, but not a requirement.
Fundamental knowledge of vehicle technology
Analytical mindset and problem-solving skills
Fluent in English

Thesis level: Master, 30 ECTS credits


Number of students: 2


Start date: Second half of January 2024, or upon agreement


Industrial supervisors: Anders Lindén


Location: Volvo Lundby site, Gothenburg, Sweden


We look forward to receiving your application!


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