Scientists are investigating methods to control turbulent flow using active devices. Application is expected to decrease fuel consumption and harmful emissions.

Date: 2013-03-08

Efficient ceramic heat exchangers can help industries using thermal processing to cut down on manufacturing time, cost and environmental impact. Refining the materials and processes used in heat exchangers to achieve this is the goal pursued by a team of EU-funded researchers.

Date: 2013-03-01

Changing the way Europe works can help its industry remain competitive in a globally challenging environment. An EU-funded project is developing a new approach to improving industry's manufacturing processes and methods.

Date: 2013-02-20

An EU-funded project is developing a revolutionary 'plug-and-produce' system that uses industrial robots for high-end machining processes. The work comes in response to industry calls for more cost-effective, flexible and reliable manufacturing solutions.

Date: 2013-02-20

Scientists are developing novel coatings for the aeronautical, manufacturing and biomedical industries. Enhanced lubrication, wear resistance and biocompatibility will fill a growing need.

Date: 2013-02-20

Scientists are improving the product quality of a low-cost aerospace manufacturing process to match that of more expensive conventional fabrication techniques.

Date: 2013-02-13

Materials with incredibly small structures are revolutionising the functionality of devices in virtually all fields. Free access to state-of-the-art facilities and expert advisors should provide a turbo-boost to European innovation.

Date: 2013-02-13

Scientists are developing novel technology to form very small surface structures using a stamp-like technique. Results should open the door to a variety of applications that call for control of light.

Date: 2013-02-13

Scientists are developing wafer technology for production of glass micro-optics. Advances could do for the precision glass moulding industry what the silicon wafer did for electronics.

Date: 2013-02-13

Small tubes made from polymers are relevant to applications for medical testing and diagnostics to optical communications. Innovative technology for high-volume, cost-effective production should enhance product and market development.

Date: 2013-02-13