Architectures, algorithms, reference designs, methodologies.
Applied R&D projects
- Industry challenges with clear NDA and IP terms. Measurable results.
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Value proposition
In SEIUM, we deliver applied R&D to solve concrete challenges in vehicles, systems, energy, and data across land, sea, air, and space. We operate under international standards (UNECE/ISO/IEC/SAE, DO-178C/254/160, EN 17025, EN 9100, IAEA/IMO/EASA, etc.), data governance, and robust intellectual property frameworks. We deliver evidence, not just presentations: test plans, instrumented data, models/simulation, code, prototypes, and compliance dossiers.

Applied research & solution design
Architectures, algorithms, reference designs, methodologies.

Experimental development & prototyping
Rigs, hardware-in-the-loop, mock-ups, proof of concept (TRL 3–6)

Validation and pre-normative testing
Test plans linked to standards; preparation for audits and accreditable labs.

Digital twins & simulation:
CFD/FEA/HPC, multiphysics co-simulation, FMI/FMU, synthetic data.

Data/AI & industrial MLOps
Time series, predictive maintenance, 3D vision, pipelines, and model governance.

Safety, RAMS & compliance-by-design
Safety cases, SOTIF/ISO 26262, ISO/SAE 21434/OTA, IEC 62443/OT, AI Act.

Energy & networks
BESS/grid-forming, HVDC/FACTS, ADMS, energy communities, H₂/PtX.

Materials & manufacturing
Qué ofrecemos (líneas de trabajo)
What we offer (workstreams)
rigs, hardware-in-the-loop, maquetas, proof-of-concept (TRL 3–6).
Standards-linked test plans; preparation for audits and accreditable laboratories.
CFD/FEA/HPC, multiphysics co-simulation, FMI/FMU, synthetic data.
Time series, predictive maintenance, 3D vision, pipelines, and model governance.
Safety cases, SOTIF/ISO 26262, ISO/SAE 21434/OTA, IEC 62443/OT, and the AI Act.
Cobots, AMR/SLAM, vission 3D, PLC/DCS/SCADA, MPC, TSN/IIoT.
Composites, additive manufacturing, metrology/GD&T, tolerances, and quality.
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Laboratory capabilities (selected)
- CFD/HPC (RANS/LES/DDES; aerodynamic/hydrodynamic and thermal analysis).
- Wind tunnel (scale models, instrumentation).
- 7-post test rig and suspension/damper rigs.
- Dynamometers and powertrain test benches (ICE/internal combustion, E
- EMC/EMI pre-compliance (CISPR/ISO/DO-160).
- HIL/SIL/Vehicle-HIL (AUTOSAR, ROS 2/DDS, ADAS/AD).
- Batteries (characterisation, thermal management, operational safety).
- Composites and materials (testing, repair).
- Metrology/GD&T (CMM, tomography, surface metrology).
Note: We publish the scope of certifications and audit status in “Transparency & Good Governance.”
Collaboration models
- When: high confidentiality; 8–24 weeks.
- Pricing: fixed price per deliverable, or time & materials (T&M) with a cap.
- IP: options (see below).
- When: TRL 4–7; demo sites; interoperability; pre-normative work.
- Governance: grant agreement; foreground and exploitation plan.
- When: quick wins, de-risking, technical due diligence.
- Deliverables: functional demo + decision memo (go/no-go).
- When: a 2–3 year roadmap; talent pipeline + applied R&D.
Typical deliverables (auditable).

SOW
firmado, risk register, data contract.

Architecture/SysM
Digital thread in PLM.

Code/models.
Version-controlled repositories, CI/CD, tests.

Test plan.
Reports (traceable to standards).

Prototype.
Rig / proof of concept (PoC) (with BOM and manual).

Compliance dossier
work products: p. ej., ISO 26262/DO-178C/IEC 62443, etc.).

Executive memo.
Decisions, trade-offs, and next steps.

TRL/MRL certificate.
Criteria and evidence.
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Workflow and SLAs.
Form or meeting: problem, metrics, timelines, constraints (ethics/export), data, success criteria.
Output: Project One-Pager + NDA (if applicable).
Technical discovery, risks, data contract, RACI, ethics/export screening.
Output: SOW (objectives, deliverables, schedule, acceptance criteria) + commercial proposal.
Detailed plan; QA plan; safety plan; data plan; tools (PLM/MBSE, Git, trackers).
Development, experimentation, design reviews, hazard logs, ethics checkpoints (if applicable).
Test plan, correlation (simulation ↔ rig ↔ track/water/flight), compliance evidence.
Handover (code, models, documentation), training, runbook, lessons learned.
SOW and budget within ≤10 business days after scoping.
Team shortlist SLA (if profile CVs are required): ≤7 days.
Governance, quality and compliance.
- Integrated Management System (IMS): EN 9100/ISO 9001 (quality), ISO 27001/27701 (information security & privacy), ISO 14001/50001 (environment/energy).
- Laboratories: practices aligned with EN ISO/IEC 17025 (traceability and good measurement practice).
- Ethics & IHL: non-operational teaching/research; red lines (no offensive applications). Ethics Committee and dual-use review.
- Export controls: ITAR/EAR/dual-use classification; end-use/end-user checks; need-to-know; clean rooms.
- GDPR: data minimisation, privacy by design, encryption, retention, incident response.
- HSE/PSM: rig safety, stop-the-line authority, permits, certified tooling.
Use cases (examples).
- EV/batteries: thermal runaway mitigation, SoH/SoX analytics, grid-forming BESS.
- Aero/UAM: DO-160 electronics pre-compliance, flight dynamics, and control HIL.
- Naval/offshore: hydrodynamics (RANS), propeller cavitation, corrosion and coatings.
- Rail/smart cities: ETCS/CBTC and traffic simulation; C-ITS and V2X.
- Robotics/OT: SLAM in harsh environments, TSN, OT cyber security (IEC 62443).
- Data/AI: predictive maintenance (vibration analytics), synthetic data, MLOps with model cards.
Templates (on request).
- Mutual NDA (ES/EN).
- Statement of Work (SOW) (scope, deliverables, schedule, acceptance criteria).
- IP agreement (background/foreground/sideground, licence, field of use).
- Data plan (GDPR) and security plan (HSE/PSM/OT cyber security).
Frequently asked questions (FAQ).
Optional: foreground owned by the company; field-of-use exclusivity; joint ownership; or publication/open source (case by case). Defined in the contract.
Yes. We can work under your framework or SEIUM templates, including software escrow where appropriate.
GDPR by design: data minimisation, encryption, restricted access, minimum retention, and data processing agreement.
Yes, with partner pre-review and redaction of sensitive information. For master’s projects/theses, confidential annexes.
We classify the content, restrict access (clean rooms), evaluate end-use, and process licenses if applicable.
We guarantee deliverables and evidence; outcomes are bounded by the metrics and operating conditions defined in the SOW.
Yes: a blended team with faculty, laboratory engineers and advanced students under supervision.