Objectives
Objectives
MINEFIELD will develop e-textiles which will be able to generate (and store) power through movement and crucially cater for the power need initially for low-power consumption devices and sensors in soldier systems. Power production at this level can also provide dismounted soldier systems (DSS) with the minimal required functionality in case of emergency caused by battery depletion or DSS power system failure. The aim is to produce flexible architectures for triboelectric nanogenerator in one step directly into relevant energy harvesting/storage devices.
MINEFIELD’s proposal comprises of 2 Strategic Objectives (St-Os), 9 Specific Objectives (Sp-Os) and 5 Technical objectives (TOs), aiming to advance significantly the development and validation of the technology up to TRL 4, and to demonstrate the applicability of the innovation in relevant application environments, validating the potential of the solution in the defence domain.
Strategic Objectives (St-Os):
- St-Os.1 Empowering soldiers with increased energy autonomy and meeting the stringent operational demands for Low-Power Consumption (LPC) systems and sensors during dismounted missions in challenging, life-threatening conditions.
- St-Os.2Advancing an innovative, scalable, sustainable, and cost-effective manufacturing approach for soldier energy autonomy, with far-reaching implications for various military sectors.
Specific Objectives (Sp-Os):
- Sp.O.1 Design and develop the MechanoCap unit as an innovative and reliable backup power solution for dismounted soldier systems (DSS), ensuring dependable operational support in demanding field conditions.
- Sp.O.2Analyze and define key technical and functional requirements for seamless integration of the MechanoCap system within existing defence technologies and power management architectures.
- Sp.O.3Enhance the overall energy conversion and output efficiency of the MechanoCap system to ensure stable performance and effective power delivery to essential DSS components.
- Sp.O.4Ensure compatibility and effective energy transfer between the MechanoCap’s core components through optimized system integration and control strategies.
- Sp.O.5Validate the reliability and robustness of the MechanoCap system under harsh environmental conditions, demonstrating resilience and sustained performance in realistic operational scenarios.
- Sp.O.6Strengthen soldier connectivity and communication capabilities in diverse and dynamic battlefield environments, enhancing situational awareness and mission success.
- Sp.O.7Define and assess representative use cases for both soldier health monitoring and power support functions, establishing clear evaluation frameworks for system performance in field applications.
- Sp.O.8 Advance the technological readiness and manufacturability of the MechanoCap concept through targeted research on materials, design optimization, and scalable production processes.
- Sp.O.9Foster collaboration with small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and research partners across Europe to leverage complementary expertise and accelerate innovation within the project.
