Sustainable Integrated System for Total Non-Exhaust Reduction
The project aims to develop an integrated research and experimentation platform dedicated to the measurement, analysis, and reduction of particulate emissions generated by non-exhaust sources, with particular attention to tire wear and braking systems. The initiative arises from the increasing relevance of these emissions in the context of sustainable mobility, especially in relation to the spread of electric vehicles, which are characterized by greater masses and an increasingly significant contribution of wear particles to urban pollution.
The platform covers the entire development cycle of the components, from the characterization of materials and compounds to validation on vehicles in real usage conditions. To this end, the project integrates laboratory activities for material analysis, tests on tires in controlled environments, complete vehicle tests using roller benches, and track experiments with instrumented vehicles. This approach allows for the distinction and quantification of the various sources of particulate matter, such as tire wear, brakes, road surface, and resuspension phenomena.
The data analysis, conducted using advanced acquisition and processing techniques, will identify the main factors influencing particulate generation and develop mitigation strategies at the material, component, and vehicle system levels. The project's results will support the optimization of tire, brake, suspension designs, and powertrain control strategies, contributing to the overall reduction of environmental impact.
The project is configured as a reference tool for the industry and public decision-makers, providing reliable data to support technological innovation, regulatory compliance, and the development of solutions for more sustainable mobility and air quality protection.
