R&D Collaboration
We work with a range of companies to deliver high quality, successful projects
Collaborating to break new ground and develop new products
At Zikodrive, innovation is at the heart of everything we do. We work with companies of all sizes—from ambitious start-ups to established manufacturers—to develop intelligent, efficient motor control solutions that solve real-world challenges. If you are exploring a new idea, developing an advanced product, or seeking a technical partner for a long-term programme, our team is ready to collaborate.
We recognise that many cutting-edge technologies require cross-disciplinary expertise, shared risk, and structured development programmes. That’s why we actively participate in, and welcome discussions about, collaborative R&D projects, including those supported through Innovate UK and wider UK or European funding initiatives. These schemes are designed to accelerate innovation, reduce technical risk, and bring together industry partners, academic institutions, and specialists like Zikodrive to deliver transformative outcomes.
Your Motor Control R&D Partner
Partnering with us on an R&D project means gaining access to a team with deep expertise in motor control, embedded electronics, power management, and system-level design. Our engineers have extensive experience in developing custom controllers, advanced algorithms, and optimised solutions for demanding environments. Whether the challenge involves efficiency improvements, sensing and feedback systems, FOC development, high-reliability hardware, or novel actuation methods, we bring a strong combination of innovation and practical engineering.
If you are considering a bid for Innovate UK Grants, Collaborative R&D competitions, or sector-specific funding calls—such as transport, robotics, clean tech, medical devices, or advanced manufacturing—we can support you at every stage. This includes early-stage concept evaluation, technical input into the proposal, defining work packages, identifying deliverables, and outlining credible development pathways and risk mitigation strategies. Our experience means we understand what funders look for in strong proposals: clear innovation, measurable impact, and a well-structured technical plan.
Able to operate as part of a consortium
We are equally comfortable joining an existing consortium, forming a new partnership, or acting as a specialist subcontractor within a larger programme. If you’re already developing a submission, we can help refine it with robust technical detail and realistic project timelines. If you’re still exploring possibilities, we can work with you to shape a high-value project that aligns with your goals and funding eligibility.
Collaboration doesn’t end at the bid stage. Should the project be awarded, we take an active, hands-on approach—contributing to research, developing prototypes, performing simulation and testing, and delivering high-quality hardware and firmware. Communication and documentation are central to our process, ensuring that all partners remain aligned throughout the programme.
Happy to Help if you're new to the R&D grant funding space
For organisations without prior experience in publicly funded R&D, we’re happy to guide you through the process. Collaborative grants can significantly reduce development risk and accelerate innovation, but they can also be competitive and administratively complex. With Zikodrive as your technical partner, you benefit from support that is grounded in real engineering capability and proven project delivery.
If you have an idea, an emerging technology, or an opportunity you’d like to explore, we would be delighted to discuss it. Whether you are preparing for a specific Innovate UK call or simply want to understand what collaborative funding might unlock for your organisation, get in touch to start the conversation.