Material analysis / material selection / standardization

Drive train Wind turbine

Drive train Wind turbine

Task

Finding lightweight potential for powertrain components (cast iron GJS)

Goal

Cost savings, competitiveness and sustainability

Path

Methods for optimizing the safe use of high-strength ductile iron castings by combining cast iron simulation and material mechanical safety calculation in the design phase; Preparation of a VDMA guideline 23209 for simplified use of fracture mechanics for low-temperature dimensioning