PROJECTS

 

i-COTE has embraced a number of projects, some of which are presented here. But there are many more that are not listed, and countless more that are under consideration. Some of the smaller projects may be completed in a relatively short period of time - others will take considerably longer. This is a representative snapshot of what i-COTE is getting involved with right now.

 

 

PROJECT - SWIFT

 

 

Swift is a kite that is designed specifically to fly fast. Currently, it is not uncommon for modern kites to fly at speeds in excess of 200kmh (125mph). It is anticipated that in the right conditions, Swift will fly at 300kmh (185mph). To stay within the spirit of the sport, Swift will be a kite that is controlled by a single person who is standing on the ground, unsupported, and untethered. Speed will be measured by radar speed gun as used by police forces across the world.

Swift is currently in the design phase which will be followed by a period of testing and development. Project progress and developments will be published here.

 

 

PROJECT - IGLOO

 

Igloo is a highly advanced material designed specifically for thermal insulation. The material can be fashioned for many applications, but it is anticipated that it will be its fabric version will have the widest application. From industrial gloves to arctic clothing, from tents to air conditioning ducting, Igloo will be lighter and greater insulative performance than any other fabric available.

Igloo is currently in the research phase. Suitable manufacturers are being sought who could undertake the specialised microconstruction required for this very unique, hi-tech material. This will be followed by a period of testing and development. Project progress and developments will be published here.

 

 

PROJECT - HALCYON

 

Halcyon is a glider that is designed specifically for glide slope efficiency. The brief for this project was intentionally minimal to enable the lateral thinkers and innovators of the design team the widest scope possible to create something radical. There is no requirement for: landing gear, onboard pilot, inherent stability, crash safety, etc. There is only a requirement for it to be a craft that can glide efficiently. The name and symbol used for this project are not designed to give any indication of how the craft might look, but rather an expression of the freedom given to the designers. It may be that the team will produce a craft that escapes from the traditional 'fuselage - wing - tailplane - fin' concept.

Halcyon is currently in its concept phase. Project progress and developments will be published here.

 

 

PROJECT - dABS

 

dABS is a Dynamic Antislip Braking System for wheeled vehicles. The dABS system marks a radical departure from the methodology used in conventional ABS braking systems. dABS uses multiple sensors and advanced soft intelegence to actively create a braking effect that is continuously and proportionally regulated in realtime to meet the anticipated and deduced optimum performance. In short, dABS is a pro-active and re-active, intellegent and proportional, braking system that operates independantly with each wheel of the vehicle. It will reduce stopping distance and increase controllability under braking.

It is anticipated that dABS will be straightforward to install in motor vehicles and aircraft, and at low cost - similar to currently available systems.

dABS has completed its mathematical modelling phase and is ready to enter the physical testing/evaluation phase followed by the development of the soft and hardware elements. Project progress and developments will be published here.