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The maritime energy systems laboratory

Our maritime energy systems laboratory is unique in its capabilities as a research facility. We offer a system architecture that will accommodate any power system or component on ships, with the ability to build complex hybrid systems.

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Energy-/Machinery laboratory

We can also perform testing by virtual connection to other physical laboratories, or through the use of virtual hybrid testing where physical equipment is run in combination with simulators. Our state-of-the-art instrumentation and data acquisition systems, combined with an experienced staff are crucial assets to provide high level R&D services to our clients.

Our laboratory consists of six separate test-cells. Our fuel supply system comprises separate piping and auxiliary equipment for the following fuels:

• Marine diesel 
• Bio- or synthetic diesel
• Methanol
• HFO 
• LNG/LBG
• Ammonia
• Hydrogen

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Three of our test cells (2x 60m2 and 1x 120m2) will accommodate all fuels and have safety systems to contain any incident within the test cell. These test cells are built for unmanned operation during tests with challenging substances. Two of our test cells (2x 60m2) are built for conventional fuels with conventional safety systems. We also have one test cell dedicated for battery testing.

Our laboratory can handle up to 1 MW electrical power produced at each test stand, with 700-1000 VDC and 400-690 VAC. Heat production is recovered in our advanced cooling water system. The laboratory adheres to all relevant environmental codes and regulations.

 

 

 

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Contact information: 

Anders Valland