EASIBridge: Ultra-Compact 4-Person Launchable Space-Frame Vehicle Bridge

EASIBridge：超紧凑型 4 人可发射空间框架车辆桥

• 批准号: 10029921
• 金额: $ 21.5万
• 依托单位: BRIGHT STRUCTURES LIMITED
• 依托单位国家: 英国
• 项目类别: Collaborative R&D
• 财政年份: 2022
• 资助国家: 英国
• 起止时间: 2022 至 无数据
• 项目状态: 已结题
• 来源: https://gtr.ukri.org/projects?ref=10029921
• 关键词: EASIBridge; Ultra; Compact; Person; Launchable

EasiBridge is a lightweight bridging system offering man-portable spans up to 18m, with weights less than 6kg/m of span. A significant expansion of current systems is proposed, extending EasiBridge bridging capabilities from personnel to heavy vehicles, up to 12 Tonne capacity.A transformative gap-crossing solution is proposed for both wet (river) or dry gaps, of any depth, up to 18m span. Lightweight, alloy/composite bridges formed from a simple kit of modular, 1-piece, user-portable, tubular components -- ideal for disaster-recovery and emergency access.Space-frames offer multi-functions, including:a) rapid-access bridges for military access and civil disaster-recoveryb) plant-free/covert installation ahead of 1st vehicle-arrivalc) semi-permanent bridges for disaster-relief and evacuationd) building frameworks -- temporary shelterse) temporary access platforms (scaffolding) expandable with numerous profile combinations.This project will drive further, game-changing, innovation in all new vehicle-bridging variants. User-portable systems that do not require plant or power to operate, or install. Space-frames enhanced by lightweight link-tensioning -- common with EasiBridge "LADX" personnel-bridges.Space-frame components 20-times more compact than incumbent Bailey Bridges. New demountable joints introduced at all node intersections will allow entire vehicle bridges to be assembled and installed via dismounted manpower - no tools, vehicle-launchers, mechanical power or hydraulic take-offs required to function or deploy. Game-changing portability and functionality for Military access and Civilian Rescue Operations.Space-frame bridges cater for almost all wheeled and tracked vehicle combinations. Lightweight, compact, modular trackways, assembled by solo operatives. All components transported INSIDE 1.5m (15kg) deck-planks.This project will develop new designs to 1st full-scale prototypes. New R&D effort will focus on analytical design to confirm member sizing and end connection details. Destructive-testing of sub-assembly prototypes will prove viability of demountable build details.Solutions developed in this project will be transferable to numerous wider applications. The innovative combination of space-frame technology with EasiBridge launcher platforms provides revolutionary new capabilities for rapid access and disaster-recovery. A variety of bridges, building frameworks, or access platforms can also be constructed.This project will be delivered for £375,000, with 55% applicant contribution. Further commercial investment will be provided by BANAIR towards in-house tooling, market-feasibility and ultimate sales-exploitation if this project proves technical viability.This project will establish technical feasibility of ambitious new demountable bridging concepts for a huge range of military and Civilian rescue applications. An Innovate UK grant would accelerate commercialisation of an innovative range of military and civilian access systems. 50 full-time jobs could be created/secured.

轻型桥梁是一种轻型桥梁系统，可提供高达18米的便携式跨度，重量小于6公斤/米的跨度。提出了对现有系统的重大扩展，将桥梁的桥接能力从人员扩展到重型车辆，最高可达12吨。提出了一种变革性的间隙跨越解决方案，适用于任何深度的湿（河流）或干间隙，最高可达18米跨度。轻型合金/复合材料桥梁由简单的模块化、单件式、用户便携式管状组件套件组成--非常适合灾难恢复和紧急通道。空间框架提供多功能，包括：a）用于军事通道和民事救灾的快速通道桥梁b）第一批车辆到达前的无植物/隐蔽安装c）用于救灾和疏散的半永久性桥梁d）建筑框架-临时避难所e）临时通道平台该项目将推动所有新的车辆桥接变体的进一步、改变游戏规则的创新。用户便携式系统，不需要工厂或电力来操作或安装。空间框架通过轻质连接张紧来增强--常见于贝雷桥“LADX”人员桥。空间框架组件比现有贝雷桥紧凑20倍。在所有节点交叉点引入的新的可拆卸接头将允许整个车辆桥梁通过人工组装和安装-无需工具，车辆发射器，机械动力或液压起飞功能或部署。改变游戏规则的便携性和功能性，用于军事访问和民用救援行动。空间框架桥梁满足几乎所有轮式和履带式车辆组合。轻型，紧凑，模块化轨道，由单独操作者组装。所有部件在1.5米（15公斤）的甲板板内运输。该项目将开发新的设计，以第一个全尺寸原型。新的研发工作将集中在分析设计上，以确定构件尺寸和端部连接细节。分组件原型的破坏性测试将证明可拆卸的构建细节的可行性。在这个项目中开发的解决方案将被转移到许多更广泛的应用。空间构架技术与“吊桥”发射平台的创新结合为快速进入和灾后恢复提供了革命性的新能力。也可以建造各种桥梁，建筑框架或访问平台。该项目将以375，000英镑交付，申请人贡献55%。如果该项目证明了技术可行性，BANAIR将提供进一步的商业投资，用于内部工具，市场可行性和最终的销售开发。该项目将为大量军事和民用救援应用建立雄心勃勃的新可拆卸桥接概念的技术可行性。创新英国赠款将加速一系列创新的军用和民用接入系统的商业化。可创造/保障50个全职工作岗位。