CARTIF Projects
WTANK
Development of a new system for building large-capacity modular tanks with improved properties
Description
WTANK has enabled the development of a new tank of more than 2000m3 by means of a new production process called ‘flex moulding’ and materialised with fibreglass reinforced polymer composite panels (FRP) for its application in the wastewater treatment sector. The project has increased the volumetric capacity of the tank by more than 600% compared to the initial capacity, enabling it to position itself on the international market. It also aims to establish itself thanks to its improved properties, a modular design that can be transported in containers and a simple installation that does not require major resources.
Objectives
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- To know the real behaviour of the material in order to optimally dimension the minimum necessary thickness of the plates.
- To develop an application to verify the resistance of the tanks, depending on their volume.
- To endow the manufacturing material with photocatalytic activity.
- To build a demonstrator tank.
- Enter the international market.
Actions
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- Mechanical characterisation of the material.
- Study and optimisation, from a mechanical point of view, of the composite material used.
- Mechanical design of the tank, defining its technical specifications, modelling the structure and thereby evaluating the possible improvements to be introduced to improve its mechanical behaviour without affecting the production process.
- Analysis and calculation of removable joints between composite plates that make up the tank.
- Admissible coatings for the material so that it presents photocatalytic properties and avoids algae proliferation.
- Apply eco-design strategies in the manufacture of the tanks.
Expected Results
- System for the construction of large capacity modular tanks with improved properties.
- To develop an application to verify the strength of the tanks, depending on their volume.
R&D Line
- Development of designs and prototypes of new mechanical and structural systems.
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