Objectives
The Caterpillar-Imperial Innovation and Research Centre (I&RC) was established in 2015, with the following objectives
- to work together collaboratively to define and develop a research portfolio primarily in the field of air systems, turbochargers and waste heat recovery for heavy duty diesel & gas engines to align with and support Caterpillar’s future production and business needs
- to support Caterpillar’s long-term technology development needs whilst simultaneously providing leading edge and challenging research topics for the University and its academic staff
- to stimulate innovation, joint idea development, technology transfer, training of staff, positive values and close working relationships between the University and Caterpillar
Management
- Research Manager: Dr Aaron Costall
- Research Director: Professor Ricardo Martinez-Botas