CAPSE

NEXT GENERATION LOW CARBON TECHNOLOGIES

The Centre for Automotive & Power Systems Engineering (CAPSE) is a nationally recognised independent research, development, test and certification house. We have a reputation for cutting edge research and knowledge transfer activities within the advanced automotive and power systems engineering sectors.

CAPSE’s mission is to support businesses and organisations to develop the next generation of low carbon technologies, backing the creation of new jobs and economic opportunities.

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SERVICES

CAPSE can deliver a significant range of research and development (R&D), testing and advisory services focused around automotive, energy storage, power electronics, control systems design and advanced communications, including:

R&D, Advisory and Testing

Pack Functionality and Frequency Response
Environmental & Transportation Validation Testing
Electrical & Functional Safety Validation Testing
Electrochemical Analysis
BMS and Module Functional Testing
Overdischarge & Overcharge Testing
Pack, Module & Cell Cycle Ageing
Cell Life Cycle Characteristics Testing
Climatic Testing
Thermal Testing
Final Battery Pack Disposal
Energy Storage R&D
Consultancy, Support & Training
EMC Testing

Abuse and Homologation Testing

Thermal Runaway
Local Deformation
Leakage
Short Circuit
Passive Propagation Resistance Test
Fire Resistance
Immersion
Crush
Drop
Nail Penetration
R100 Homologation
KVMSS
Chinese Standards

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FACILITIES

Based within the Faculty of Computing, Engineering & Science at the University of South Wales, CAPSE prides itself on its specialised facilities and equipment, as well as its commitment to ongoing research and development, which empowers professional engineers and support staff to deliver innovative products and services.

Climatic Chambers
FTF Pack Cyclers
FTV Module Cycler
LCV Module Cycler
MCV Cell Cyclers
Climatic Cell Chambers

Dynamometer
CAN Technology
Drop Rig
Crush Rig
Immersion Tank
Passive Propagation Rig

Short Circuit Rig
LV Testing Set Up
Nail Penetration Set Up
Local Deformation Rig

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INDUSTRIES SERVICED

We are committed to working closely with industry leaders to meet the challenges in the transport and energy sectors, and prioritise our customer needs by providing a flexible and bespoke range of services which aims to deliver a greener and more sustainable future.

Automotive
Energy Storage
Commercial Vehicles
High Performance & Motorsport

Plant
Marine
Defense

Rail
Public Transport
Aerospace

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MEET THE TEAM

CAPSE has a dedicated team of onsite specialists who are experts in their fields. Their knowledge is an accumulation of experience within a range of industries, such as aerospace, automotive and energy storage.

Jonathan Williams (Director)

For over 12 years Jonathan has been the Centre Director for CAPSE. Jonathan's mission has been to support businesses and other organisations to develop the next generation of low carbon technologies, and in doing so support the creation of new jobs and economic opportunities.

A few of our dedicated CAPSE team

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