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An SME perspective on collaborative innovation: DIFCAM

An SME perspective on collaborative innovation: DIFCAM. Introduction. Project The participants The project approach Lessons learned Results and next steps. What is DIFCAM?.

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An SME perspective on collaborative innovation: DIFCAM

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  1. An SME perspective on collaborative innovation: DIFCAM

  2. Introduction Project The participants The project approach Lessons learned Results and next steps

  3. What is DIFCAM? • A new system developed to deliver world-class capability in the use of optical techniques to rapidly monitor & assess asset condition • A technology platform approach with multiple applications • Initial demonstrator: interior of rail tunnels • Reduce / eliminate the need for (& cost / risk of) trackaccess & subjectivehuman visual inspections

  4. Who are the partners? • Teddington-based national laboratory run by Serco, employs 500+ scientists, state of the art facilities covering all aspects of measurement science & research • Global leaders in measurement standards for 100 years • UK's largest (14th global) engineering design consultancy providing multidisciplinary technical expertise, 75 yrs old • Experts in asset management systems and providers of inspection services to rail, road, water, energy, defence infrastructure owners • SME, York-based integrator of imaging platforms, inertial / distance measurement, profiling & positioning systems • Supplies UK mainline rail with: • High accuracy positioning systems • Camera and laser based survey systems • Automated visual track inspection systems

  5. Project approach Traction Investment of development resources Formation of consortium & development of platform strategy, primary applications identified Investment risk during development phase Cell Platform Cohesion Launch-readiness Likely first UK road / rail applications (illustrative) Standard Intended further UK applications Insight Base technology developed Niche Potential global road / rail applications Other hazardous / constrained-access operations Extensibility Transformation Potential global sector applications

  6. Lessons learned LEADERSHIP is key How to work in a TSB collaborative R&D project How to operate in a R&D consortium Regular good communication between consortium members is essential Interactions with Network Rail can be challenging Access to the Nene Valley Railway was critical to success of the project Maintenance of a good relationship with consortium partners is very important A consortium with a FTSE 250 partner can be challenging but rewarding if you get it right

  7. Results A demonstrator system that is available for additional pilots/trials A “success story” for innovation / collaboration internally and externally Closer relationships between the consortium members Identified future business opportunities within the consortium

  8. Results

  9. Next steps Exploitation plan Technology demonstrator available for use

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