Case Studies

The case studies below demonstrate how Imperial CrowdSolve successfully connected solution seekers and problem solvers by crowdsourcing interest and expertise in response to a short problem description.

High-efficiency expander for Organic Rankine Cycle system

29 November, 2016

“The Clean Energy Processes (CEP) Laboratory at Imperial has a significant and targeted research activity in reciprocating-expander technology, specifically for ORC engines and other thermodynamic systems.”

Improving the wet strength of filter paper while maintaining the current porosity

10 November, 2016

“I propose reinforcing the paper with an inorganic, organic or organic/inorganic hybrid layer through layer-by-layer, atomic layer deposition or pulsed chemical vapor deposition.”

Preventing discolouration of stainless steel upon contact with liquid products

5 October, 2016

“My master’s degree thesis was about corrosion resistance of 304L stainless steels. I feel coatings are a good option but it would be more reliable to change the spring material.”