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ABOUT US

SOLUTE is a Spanish engineering consulting, technology service and outsourcing company. Ever since its foundation in 2006 we have been creating valuable solutions for our clients.

Our mission it to apply cutting edge technological knowledge to fulfill the clients’ needs delivering advanced technological solutions.

Our vision is to become an internationally renowned company for performing high quality and technically precise projects for all the industrial sectors which demand technology.

Our core values define the spirit and culture of our company. We are totally mindful of the fact that every client has his own worries and priorities. Thus we focus on every stakeholder individually, working every day hand in hand with him to reach the suitable solution. Personalized projects together with a constant communication and caring for detail lead to satisfaction for both of us.

SOLUTE is a company that is far from reaching its limits. We strive for big projects which inspire us to fully exploit our potential. To us, the ideal of a good job is to define every specific need our client might have and find the way to defeat the challenge. This is how our engineers’ performance improves our competitiveness.

SOLUTE is a great example of successful enterprise. Despite the global economical crisis, we have steadily been increasing our sales, our clients and our technical team.

As shown below, the exponential growth of our annual turnover is a reality. And we are expecting an income of 1,8 million Euros by the end of this year.

Since our activity level is rapidly increasing, many engineers have joined our team over the years. In only two years we have doubled in number.

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Our company has proven to be an outstanding engineering provider throughout diverse industries among which we highlight: Aerospace, wind energy, automotive and railway.

Due to this, our staff is composed by the most excellent engineers belonging to different specialties.

In addition, our technicians carry out projects with various requirements.

At our office you will find the same inquiring attitude throughout all team members. Our employees are always eager to learn and take up a challenge; this is why they voluntarily undergo continuous training.

It is in the nature of all engineers: Practical application of theoretical knowledge and quest of new ways to solve upcoming problems. Sometimes it happens backwards: Client’s requests spur them to upgrade their knowledge.

It is easy to realize our engineers are motivated at work and deeply involved in every project they carry out. Something very characteristic is their concern with the client’s needs; our engineers are in close contact with clients during the whole process and keep them regularly posted. SOLUTE’s employees claim that fluent communication facilitates reaching the suitable solution in an efficient way. It is also highly convenient in order to obtain client’s complete understanding and further approval.

It is frequent to see some of our engineers gathered in small groups discussing technical details concerning a specific project. When team working, it is most likely to reach the best solution for any problem in a shorter amount of time. This is the reason why an interactive atmosphere rules the place. It produces effective services for clients and builds up an outstandingly productive team.

‘Engineering is not merely knowing and being knowledgeable, like a walking encyclopedia; engineering is not merely analysis; engineering is not merely the possession of the capacity to get elegant solutions to non-existent engineering problems; engineering is practicing the art of the organized forcing of technological change... Engineers operate at the interface between science and society...’Dean Gordon Brown; Massachusetts Institute of Technology (1962)

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Technical areasManagementMechanical FEMCivil structuresLoads and windfarm assessmentHydraulic systemsAdvanced programming

Large number of fields is our expertise:

3.1. Engineering Services

Structural and mechanical engineering- Design, calculation and certification of aircraft structures.- Stress analysis and sizing of aircraft structures.- Mechanic engineering and certification of components in miscellaneous machinery.- Design of manufacturing tools and processes.- Metal and reinforced concrete civil structures engineering. - Advanced structural analysis: fatigue and damage tolerance, welded and bolted joints following international standards (i.e. VDI)

Advanced numerical simulation- Analysis of non linear static finite element models; buckling, contacts, singular constitutive laws.- Transient and steady dynamic response studies. - Structural optimization methods (Topologic design, solid designs, etc.).

- Fluid-dynamics.- Crash analysis.- Acoustic vibration.- Analysis of mechanisms.- Heat transfer studies.- Transient thermal analysis.

Test engineering- Selection of assay samples.- Signal analysis and processing.- Correlation with virtual experimentation.

Wind energy aerodynamics and loads analysis- Wind resource assessment.- Wind farm design and study of their class and sub-class.- Aerodynamic loads analysis and wind turbines certification.- Structural analysis.- Technical audit reports.- Training courses.- R&D&I projects.

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3.3. Training and consultancy.

SOLUTE can teach its customers the following disciplines:

- Wind energy engineering. - Structural analysis, finite elements and numerical simulation.- Project management.

We provide specific training in CAD-CAE. At Solute we believe that complete understanding leads to versatility and independence, as a result, our offer not only includes training in the use NASTRAN_PATRAN, ABAQUS, CATIA, etc. but also in the scientific fields they support: finite elements analysis, structures’ fatigue and endurance, non linear analysis…

3.2. Outsourcing

Our main activity is to execute complete projects or small packs of a larger one in our office. Nevertheless technical assistance by SOLUTE’s engineers at customers’ headquarters, integrated in its engineering teams, could be arranged.

Intending to ease our clients’ daily operations we offer our services in situ. When our client adopts this modality he makes a great deal: he achieves greater flexibility and an instant response to market fluctuations without missing a business opportunity. Plus, he chooses to reduce its fixed costs as he has not the need to hire new untrained staff. Once the contract is closed our qualified technicians immediately start on the job.

By means of outsourcing our client buys quick information services: Staff deployment can be either individual or by working-teams. These cooperative measures

are meant to last between 6 and 18 months maximum.

And finally, integrating external staff in its own team enables our client to build up a shared culture and set of values. This way all his projects will be faced equally and with the same spirit, contributing to strengthen his corporative image.

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Up-to-minute software is what we rely on to accomplish our clients’ goals. SOLUTE’s employees have a vast experience in the use of the most advanced simulation software, including:

4.1. Structural analysis and Finite Elements- MSC-Software: PATRAN, NASTRAN, MARC, DYTRAN, ADAMS, etc. - ABAQUS STANDARD y ABAQUS-CAE- ANSA- ANSYS- SAP-2000- PAM-CRASH- N-code - MSC-Fatigue- META

4.2. Fluid-Dynamics- FLUENT- MATLAB- PAM-CRASH

4.3. Wind Resource Analysis and Loads- WASP & WASP ENGINEERING- GH-WINDFARMER- WINDPRO- GH-BLADED- FLEX- OPENWIND- METEODYN WT- WINDOGRAPHER

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5.1. Stiffness- Static and dynamic stiffness of naked bodywork (Body in White). - Local stiffness of mobile elements (doors, bonnet, car’s rear door…) and other components (interior finishing, bumper’s recovering, etc.).

5.2. Thermal analyses - Thermal analyses to determine the structural behavior of components at different temperatures.

5.3. Low speed crashes- Pedestrian protection (EURONCAP lower leg, upper leg, adult and child head): Estimating the injuries caused on walkers by the frontal structure of the vehicle when impact takes place. - Bumper test and AZT test. The guidelines provided by RCAR (Research Council for Automobile Repairs) are applied to quantify damages suffered in low speed impacts.

These are some of our contributions to the automotive industry:

Thermal Analysis of the gaps in the bodyWe study the geometrical behavior of the whole structure when plastic pieces expand. The distance between components is quantified before and after imposing the thermal conditions for the trial. The gaps are measured on each direction of the separation line.This is how we ensure the viability of geometry or analyze the alternatives that lead to acceptable results.

Using the client’s designs, we created a detailed finite element model in ABAQUS where plate elements represented the components. We also defined contacts in the areas susceptible of presenting interference due to expansion.

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Thoroughness, hard working and operational excellence are qualities that earned us SEAT’s recognition (Audi-Volkswagen Group).

In 2010, we underwent the competence exam proposed by SEAT and we utterly succeeded. Our job was acknowledged as “very good”; hence SOLUTE has been included in the group of FEM calculus engineering providers for SEAT. Only three other Spanish engineering companies (of broader dimension) share this privilege.

To this date we have worked in projects that employ finite elements calculus to develop the bodywork of their prototypes. Applied to features like: Stiffness, behavior in low & high speed crashes, as well as other load cases.

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Drivers’ and passengers’ protection During the development of the bodywork, the critical load cases which have an influence on the design of the components are those related to high speed crashes.

It is at premium to control the vehicle’s deformation, so that most of the impact energy is absorbed by the bodywork assuring passengers’ safety.

Results must comply with the normative requirements, especially with the EURONCAP standards.

We use PAMCRASH to create and run a finite element model. After a series of experiments the postprocessor META comes into play: analytic results have to match the practical ones.

Connecting Rod Structural AnalysisThis project’s purpose was to test the mechanical resistance to fatigue of a connecting rod.

Given the number of cycles and the admissible range of fatigue our engineers elaborated a finite element model.

After running the program, the prototype was certified.

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Pedestrian protectionThis time we were required to explain the damages pedestrians may sustain on head and legs when hit by a car.

In low speed conditions we quantify the trauma sustained on leg because of the impact of the bumper and on head because of the impact of the bonnet.

The PAMCRASH model includes the whole frontal structure of the vehicle as well as the modeling of the leg and head represented by the experimental impactors.

When we obtain negative results, we proceed to redesign the model and try out different materials for the involved pieces of the bodywork until the outcome is satisfactory.

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6.1. Wind resource assessment- Prospection and identification of potential sites including on-site assessment.- Measurements campaigns for acquisition of meteorological data of specific sites using met-mast and remote sensing devices such as SODAR and RASS SODAR.- Complete meteorological studies with extensive statistics regarding temporal evolution and spatial distribution of meteorological variables: diurnal, seasonal and long-term cycles of wind speed and other variables, characterization of vertical wind and temperature profiles, atmospheric stability, turbulence intensity and influence of low level jets.- Modeling of wind resource by means of traditional software using linear models and CFD software.- Estimation of energy production considering wake losses and other losses and calculation of energy production uncertainties. - Estimation of wind farm power curve for all wind speeds and wind directions.- Short and medium term wind

and energy production prediction based on neural network and fuzzy logic.

6.2. Wind farm design and class and subclass studies- Calculation of specific wind parameters on met-mast and wind turbines positions for a given layout: Vave, Vref, wind speed distributions, turbulent intensity, wind shear, etc.- Determination of the class and subclass of wind turbines according to IEC 61400-1.- Complete micrositing studies optimizing the layout attending to maximum energy production and structural, topographical, environmental and infrastructures constraints.- Analysis of environmental constraints: noise analysis, shadow flicker, visual impact and effects on fauna and flora.- Basic wind farm design: general drawings, internal wind farm roads, site drainage systems, design of control building and substation, electrical losses calculation, wind turbine foundations design, etc.

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"True science is never speculative; it employs hypotheses as suggesting points for inquiry, but it never adopts the hypotheses as though they were demonstrated propositions"; said Cleveland Abbe.

We exert ourselves to confirm and validate our clients’ designs before they come to fruition. To do so we carry out many different activities:

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6.3. Aerodynamic loads analysis and wind turbines certification- Analysis of fatigue, ultimate and seismic loads on wind turbines for specific site conditions (environmental conditions different from those on International Standards).- Class and subclass certification of wind turbines according to International Standards (IEC 61400-1, Germanischer Lloyd, DIBt,...).- Wind turbines certification for special cold climate conditions.

6.4. Structural analysis- Verification and certification of wind turbine mechanical components attending to International Standards.- Advanced Finite Element (FEM) analysis: linear and non-linear calculations, thermal, buckling and transient dynamic response among others.- Large metal structures design, analysis and certification according to International Standards such as Eurocode or VDI. Studies of welded and bolted joints.- Design and analysis of wind

turbine foundations and reinforced concrete structures. - Analysis of lightning impacts on blades by using FEM models.

6.5. Training courses- Overview on wind energy: basic meteorology, wind characteristics, meteorological variables distribution and profiles, aerodynamics and wind turbine performance, design conditions for wind turbines, aerodynamic loads and energy production.- Training courses on commercial software for wind data analysis and wind resource estimation.- Using commercial software for loads estimation on wind turbines and influence on components design.- Structural analysis and use of commercial FEM software for the analysis and verification of mechanical components of wind turbines

6.6. Due diligence- Wind resource assessment studies: wind measurement campaign analysis, assessment of wind parameters, wind turbines

site review, estimation of the net energy yield.- Supplier selection analysis: evaluation of the selected wind turbine and its class and subclass, evaluation of main components of the wind turbine such as blades, hub, gearboxes, braking system, wind turbine structure, nacelle, foundation, generator, converter and transformer.- Civil works analysis: analysis of the accesses to the wind farm, inner roadways and flat assembly areas of the wind turbines. - Environmental impact: visual impact, shadow flicker and noise impact.- Contracts review: existing contracts and permits review, supply of equipment, engineering works, construction, commissioning, operation and management of the wind farm.

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Torque Shaft Structural AnalysisStructural behavior analysis of the main shaft and its bolting under load conditions expected for all the life cycle of this component: operational, extreme, and fatigue load cases, as well as dynamic response.

We created a detailed finite element model in ABAQUS, using solid elements (HEXA) to represent the pre-stressed torque and the bolted joints of the beam elements.

We did the postprocessing according to VDI 2230 for bolted joints and MSC-Fatigue for the fatigue analysis.

Finally, we elaborated the certification report following GL standards.

Main Frame Static & Dynamic AnalysisWe were entrusted with the static and dynamic testing of the wind generator’s main frame under different load cases. The task included: bolted joints verification, steady and transient dynamic analysis and static verification.

For this purpose we developed a detailed finite element model with ABAQUS in which the main frame was represented with solid elements, and the prestressed bolted joints with beam elements and rigid connections.

The postprocessing followed VDI 2230 for bolted joints and MSC-Fatigue for the fatigue analysis.

At last we delivered the certification report following GL standards.

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Pitch System Components Structural AnalysisWe analyzed the structural behavior of all the elements composing the pitch system in a wind generator.

Our engineers generated different FEM detailed models of each component and loaded them with the information received from Bladed calculation. Additionally we performed limit stress and fatigue analyses, in order to determine the corresponding reserve factors.

Nacelle Design and Structural AnalysisConceptual design and structural verification of the nacelle structure under static load cases, combining dead, live wind loads and other operational loads.

The analysis followed the Germanischer Lloyd normative (IV Industrial Services, Part 1 Guideline for the Certification of Wind Turbines) standard.

We developed a detailed finite element model with ABAQUS. Non linear analyses of the different load cases were calculated too. Postprocessing included composite materials failure modes verification (TSAI-WU, wrinkling, crimping), and VON MISES verification of metallic parts.

Finally we elaborated the certification report according GL standards.

Spinner Structural AnalysisWe analyzed the metal structure and the fiberglass panels of the spinner under different static and fatigue load cases.

For the metal parts VonMises limit stress was verified, and for the composite materials Tsai-Wu failure criteria was used. Welded and bolted joints were calculated following Eurocode standards.

Finally the certification report following GL guidelines was prepared.

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Study and certification of the parts of a generatorWe thoroughly studied the elements that link the tower of a wind generator with the lower part of the mainframe and the junction of the tower to the foundation.

The ABAQUS non-linear detailed models also incorporated the pre-stressed joints.

The results revealed the tensional status of the structure, detachments and strains on the linking elements.

Electric generator Thermal AnalysisThis project consisted in the thermal analysis of an electric generator; for the purpose of validating the thermal loses test and studying design modifications that could reduce the excessive warming of the device.

For this purpose, our engineers developed a finite element detailed model, and defined the thermal problem; remarking the most significant variables involved: inlet and outlet temperatures of the air, metal parts, cooling system, pressures, flow…

At last we correlated FEM results with tests and the model enabled us to validate improvements in the generator’s design.

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Nacelle Lower StructureThe objective of this project was to verify the design of the metal structure that holds the upper main frame of a wind turbine. This structure consists of a set of metal beams that supported two horizontal platforms where different auxiliary electric equipments were located.

The job consisted in the development of a schematic FEM model with beam elements, and several detailed models with shell and solid elements for the most complicated joints.

Our engineers calculated several static and fatigue load cases. The results were analyzed according to Eurocode, and VDI standards.

Wind resource and MicrositingIn these cases we estimate the wind resource and analyze the energy yield in windfarms.

Among other activities the most remarkable are the intensive meteorological data filtration, wind profile characterization and its vertical extrapolation, windfarm layout optimization and energetic calculation.

Performance of environmental impact studies such as noise analysis, visual impact and shadow flicker.

Loads calculation and certification of wind energy machinesThe goal of these projects is to calculate the loads a generator has to bare during its operation.

The starting point is the clients’ model, as usual; and following the international standards we simulate all possible load cases: fatigue, extreme and seismic.

The GH Bladed outcome is then compared to the characteristic enveloping curves of the machine provided by the client.

Studies performed by SOLUTE embrace estimations for specific locations (i.e. extremely cold climate, variable wind conditions, etc.) and class certifications, including structural verification of all components of the latter.

Whenever admissible forces are exceeded on any component, our engineers perform a further detailed analysis using FEM models.

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Characterization of wind profiles SOLUTE is involved in a Research project in collaboration with the Meteorology department of the Universidad Complutense de Madrid. Related to:

The main object of this project is the characterization and modeling of vertical wind profiles over a domain of Castilla y León using the data obtained during the campaign of SABLES 98 developed in the Centro de Investigación de Baja Atmósfera (CIBA) located in Valladolid.

The phenomena to be studied are the influence of stable and unstable situations in the development of vertical wind profiles as well as the formation of low level jets. Finally, these results will be used in the wind energy sector for energy yield calculations as well as the fatigue loads analysis.

Wind energy and wind resource prediction classesThis course was given to a group of engineers at the ELSEWEDY ELECTRIC Company to capacitate them for the estimation of the wind resource and teach them the principles of wind energy.

Here are some of the topics studied: Analysis of the characteristic parameters of the wind in the atmospheric boundary layer, aerodynamics and operation of generators, design conditions of the turbines and micrositing with commercial software.

We focused on instructing the clients in the use of the proper software tools; making sure that the physical phenomena simulated were understood.

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7.1. Structural analyses Advanced finite element analysis of aerospace structures, including:- Global finite elements models definition and management.- Detailed finite element modeling of critical parts and whole structural assemblies.- Advanced non linear analysis, including post-buckling response prediction.- Structural optimization.- Thermal analysis.- Dynamic explicit problems analysis (bird impact, debris, etcetera.)- Fatigue and damage tolerance analysis of metallic and composite structures.- Engineering testing: definition, signal processing, FEM correlation.

7.2. Testing- Stress analysis and sizing of metal and composite structures following AIRBUS and BOEING certification procedures.

Some of the most significant projects are shown below:

AEROSPACE

True fascination with the idea of flying is what has stimulated mankind to develop this means of transportation. It has experienced spectacular growth since its dawning in the late 19th century. Evidence is that in only a hundred years of history, it has regularly been applied to civil and commercial uses. Furthermore, nowadays many can even afford to own an airplane. In addition, many experts state it is the safest means of transportation.

Within this sector, numerous projects related to static analysis, sizing and certification of aerospace structures, tooling engineering and test engineering have been developed for different companies.

Works performed by SOLUTE include:

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Detailed analysis of the THSA Fitting AreaThe object of this project to perform a detailed stress analysis of the structural area surrounding the THSA fitting. This area included two adjacent frames, the VTP fittings and skins. The main tasks performed were:- Detailed finite element definition with NASTRAN and ABAQUS.- Linear static analysis and non linear buckling analysis. Critical load cases identification.- Stress analysis, critical areas identification, and reserve factors calculation. - Resizing and design of modified elements.

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Detailed analysis of pressure bulkhead and adjacent structureThe object of this project was the detailed analysis of bulkhead pressure, the evaluation of different alternatives of design, and the weight optimization of the structure.The tasks were:- Detailed finite element definition with NASTRAN and ABAQUS.- Linear static analysis and non linear buckling analysis. Identification of critical load cases.- Stress analysis and reserve factors calculation. Resizing.- Comparative analysis of different alternative configurations: fiber reinforced, stiffened panel, sandwich…- Weight optimization.

Horizontal establisher thermal analysisA thermal-mechanical analysis of a horizontal stabilizer under operating extreme conditions was done with the purpose of analyzing and verifying the temperatures on the electronic devices inside the elevator.

For this purpose a detailed finite element model with NASTRAN, in which was defined the thermal problem including conductive, convective and radiant heat transmission effects.

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The company’s performance over the years within the leading industrial sectors like aerospace, industrial and automotive has lead SOLUTE to initiate its professional activity in the field of civil engineering. The activities performed include the calculation of the foundations of the latest wind generators, calculation of several concrete parts on the tower of the wind generators and engineering of nuclear plants.

The increasing demand of offshore wind farms, specifically the calculation of their foundations; has moved SOLUTE bond a partnership with one of the greatest engineering companies when it comes to the execution of port, marine and offshore projects. Thus SOLUTE can cope with the new demands of the wind energy sector.

SOLUTE’s engineers have taken part in various structural projects, like:

- Draw up of technical reports, measurements, estimates and sheets of technical specifications.- Planning of base design and working projects.- Verification of structure fittings in early stages of the project.- Study and determination of the adequate typological structures to be developed in construction projects.- In situ inspection of structures for extension, alteration and repair projects.- Technical assistance concerning project draw up and supervision.- Building work technical assistance.- Plot generating for geometrical definition, reinforcements, breaking down of complex structures and constructive procedures.- Definition of moving loads, environmental loads and rheological loads.- Static and dynamic calculations (seismic, dynamic actuations for trains, etc.) on metal and concrete structures.- Use of matrix software and structural FEM.

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Among the structural projects and structural calculations performed by SOLUTE’s engineers we must highlight:

- Foundations for wind generators- Calculation of concrete sections in the towers of wind generators- Detailed engineering for nuclear power plants- Underground subway stops- High speed lines- Bridges and gangways over highways- Train viaducts with pre-stressed concrete box-type section- Industrial construction

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The most important projects in which SOLUTE has been involved are:

SOLUTE has been in charge ofthe development of the detailedengineering of the combustionprocess of a thermal energy plant.The tasks undertaken by our engineers during this cooperation were related to stress analysis and certification, following nuclear industry standards, of concrete and metal structures of the AP-1000 nuclear groups. In this moment these are being constructed in China.

Biomass combustion energy plant.Within the CENIT-CO2 project, SOLUTE has been in charge of the development of the detailed engineering of the combustion process of a thermal energy plant with CO2 recovery.

The work performed in SOLUTE included:- Stress analysis of metal structures, pipes, and pressurize high temperature reactors following ASME standards.- Detailed finite element analysis of the two principal reactors, with the resolution of the thermal problem.- 3D design in CATIA V5 and plans generation.- Stress reports for certification.

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Throughout the whole world and regardless of the species; all living beings need energy to subsist. At SOLUTE we make technology serve our interests creating wealth for all, and exploring new ways to take advantage of our natural resources; in a responsible and respectful way.

Certainly not every form of energy is optimally exploited yet; actually we are only capable of using small percentage of all the solar energy that reaches our planet. And some other forms are not operative so far, like nuclear fusion. There is a lot of work to be done but we contribute to research and development.

Diverse collaborations have been established with big engineering companies dedicated to the development of energy power plants, engineering and construction.

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Redesign of the main supports ofthe joint of two cars of a highvelocity trainThe purpose of this project was to redesign the main supports of the junction system of two cars in the train. These metal supports did not pass the crash certification test over all the temperature range. The tasks performed by SOLUTE included:- Hopkinson bar tests at different deformation rates were done in order to determine material non linear behavior law.- Non linear explicit analysis with ABAQUS of a detailed finite element model of the support.- Model validation with the correlation with a quasi-static compression test of the whole specimen at high strain level.

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Trains have been the most significant icon of Industrial revolution. Even more, without them evolution would not have been possible. Later on with the appearance of the airplane, together with the extraordinary improvements in the automotive industry, it was left a side for a while.

However, recent advances in the sector such as high-velocity have made it resurge. This field is very appealing for us.

In 2009 SOLUTE started its career in the railway sector. Thanks to the commercial agreements established with the most notorious Spanish train manufacturing companies, we have a strong position in this industry.

Our contribution to this field is the following:

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Ever more companies belonging to different technological fields are benefiting from our abilities. Resourcefulness is what makes us a competent organization in many technological fields. We are currently operating in five sectors:

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AIRBUSARESAACITURRIAERNNOVAASTRIUMGrupo ITPEADS CASABOEINGJBT AeroTechATOS Consulting

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