On December 11, the 2024 Shanghai Outstanding Industry-Academia-Research Collaboration Project Awards ceremony took place at the Shanghai CPPCC headquarters. Hu Wenrong, Chairman of CPPCC Shanghai Municipal Committee, attended the event and presented awards to representatives of the winning organizations.
Shanghai Electric Wind Power Group Co., Ltd. (“Wind Power Group”) won the First Prize for its project Key Technology Development and Application of Large-Capacity Permanent Magnet Wind Turbine Systems for Complex Operating Conditions. Additionally, four other research achievements from Shanghai Electric subsidiaries earned Second and Third Prizes, as well as Honorable Mentions, underscoring the company’s strides in advancing its “2+X” model for industry-academia-research collaboration.
First Prize
Key Technology Development and Application of Large-Capacity Permanent Magnet Wind Turbine Systems for Complex Operating Conditions
[Shanghai Electric Wind Power Group Co., Ltd.]
Second Prize
Development and Application of Noise Source Tracing and Prediction Autonomous Simulation Software
[Shanghai Highly Electrical Appliances Co., Ltd.]
Third Prize
Research and Application of Automatic Train Operation Systems Based on Fine-Grained Resource Management
[Thales SEC Transportation System Limited Company]
Technology Development and Industrialization of Prefabricated Steel-Concrete Hybrid Wind Turbine Towers
[Shanghai Institute of Mechanical & Electrical Engineering Co., Ltd.]
Honorable Mention
Research and Application of Intelligent Start and Stop Technology for H-Class Combined Cycle Steam Turbines
[Shanghai Electric Power Generation Equipment Co., Ltd.]
The First Prize-winning project, Key Technology Development and Application of Large-Capacity Permanent Magnet Wind Turbine Systems for Complex Operating Conditions, was jointly undertaken by the Wind Power Group, Zhejiang University, and Beijing Energy Inner Mongolia Sonid Wind Power Co., Ltd. The project made significant breakthroughs in enabling permanent magnet wind turbine systems for large wind turbines to perform under extreme environmental conditions such as low temperatures, wind and sand exposure, frost, lightning strikes, salt spray, typhoons, high altitudes, and high turbulence. Through collaborative innovation, the project established a proprietary technology framework for large-capacity permanent magnet wind turbine systems, developed globally advanced products, and built a robust patent portfolio encompassing permanent magnet generator systems, wind turbine design, and wind farm construction in China.
Another winning project, Development and Application of Noise Source Tracing and Prediction Autonomous Simulation Software, tackled key challenges in vibration and noise reduction for compressors. The project overcame algorithmic barriers in tracing and predicting vibration noise, resulting in a proprietary simulation platform that enhances compressor noise reduction design. This innovative technology has been successfully implemented in various commercial and household compressor models, bridging a significant gap in high-efficiency, low-noise, and compact compressor technology in China. In addition to enhancing product performance, it has shortened development cycles and reduced pre-sale and compatibility costs.
The two Third Prize-winning projects also delivered impactful solutions to their respective industries. Specifically, the project Research and Application of Automatic Train Operation Systems Based on Fine-Grained Resource Management introduced a new paradigm, resulting in the next-generation TSTCBTC? system. This advancement significantly improved the efficiency of train operation resources, while also ensuring enhanced system reliability and availability. The project Technology Development and Industrialization of Prefabricated Steel-Concrete Hybrid Wind Turbine Towers addressed challenges in the design, manufacturing, and installation of steel-concrete hybrid tower structures. The resulting technology produced durable, weather-resistant, and highly efficient tower structures, significantly boosting energy output from wind farms.
The “Shanghai Outstanding Industry-Academia-Research Collaboration Project Awards” were established in 2009 by the Shanghai Science and Technology Transfer Promotion Association, Shanghai Education Development Foundation, and Shanghai Association for Science and Technology. The awards aim to promote collaboration among industry, academia, and research institutions, recognize exemplary projects, share best practices, and foster collaborative innovation in Shanghai. This year, a total of 41 projects were recognized, including 1 Special Prize, 6 First Prizes, 10 Second Prizes, 11 Third Prizes, and 13 Honorable Mentions.
Shanghai PNS registry No. 31010102007087