Objectif Current bulk materials processing methods are nearing their limit in terms of ability to produce innovative materials with compositional and structural consistency.The aim of this ambitious project is to remove barriers to materials development, by researching novel methods for the processing of engineering materials, using advanced non-equilibrium plasma systems, to achieve a paradigm shift in the field of materials synthesis. These new processes have the potential to overcome the constraints of existing methods and also be environmentally friendly and produce novel materials with enhanced properties (mechanical, chemical and physical).The research will utilise plasmas in ways not used before (in bulk materials synthesis rather than thin film formation) and it will investigate different types of plasmas (vacuum, atmospheric and electrolytic), to ensure optimisation of the processing routes across the whole range of material types (including metals, ceramics and composites).The materials synthesised will have benefits for products across key applications sectors, including energy, healthcare and aerospace. The processes will avoid harmful chemicals and will make optimum use of scarce material resources.This interdisciplinary project (involving engineers, physicists, chemists and modellers) has fundamental “blue skies” and transformative aspects. It is also high-risk due to the aim to produce “bulk” materials at adequate rates and with consistent uniform structures, compositions and phases (and therefore properties) throughout the material. There are many challenges to overcome, relating to the study of the plasma systems and materials produced; these aspects will be pursued using empirical and modelling approaches. The research will pursue new lines of enquiry using an unconventional synthesis approach whilst operating at the interface with more established discipline areas of plasma physics, materials chemistry, process diagnostics, modelling and control. Champ scientifique engineering and technologymaterials engineeringcompositesnatural sciencesphysical sciencesplasma physicsengineering and technologymaterials engineeringcoating and filmsengineering and technologymaterials engineeringceramics Programme(s) FP7-IDEAS-ERC - Specific programme: "Ideas" implementing the Seventh Framework Programme of the European Community for research, technological development and demonstration activities (2007 to 2013) Thème(s) ERC-AG-PE8 - ERC Advanced Grant - Products and process engineering Appel à propositions ERC-2012-ADG_20120216 Voir d’autres projets de cet appel Régime de financement ERC-AG - ERC Advanced Grant Institution d’accueil THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER Contribution de l’UE € 1 559 650,24 Adresse OXFORD ROAD M13 9PL Manchester Royaume-Uni Voir sur la carte Région North West (England) Greater Manchester Manchester Type d’activité Higher or Secondary Education Establishments Chercheur principal Allan Matthews (Prof.) Contact administratif Liz Fay (Ms.) Liens Contacter l’organisation Opens in new window Site web Opens in new window Coût total Aucune donnée Bénéficiaires (2) Trier par ordre alphabétique Trier par contribution de l’UE Tout développer Tout réduire THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER Royaume-Uni Contribution de l’UE € 1 559 650,24 Adresse OXFORD ROAD M13 9PL Manchester Voir sur la carte Région North West (England) Greater Manchester Manchester Type d’activité Higher or Secondary Education Establishments Chercheur principal Allan Matthews (Prof.) Contact administratif Liz Fay (Ms.) Liens Contacter l’organisation Opens in new window Site web Opens in new window Coût total Aucune donnée THE UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD Royaume-Uni Contribution de l’UE € 939 632,76 Adresse FIRTH COURT WESTERN BANK S10 2TN Sheffield Voir sur la carte Région Yorkshire and the Humber South Yorkshire Sheffield Type d’activité Higher or Secondary Education Establishments Contact administratif Joanne Watson (Ms.) Liens Contacter l’organisation Opens in new window Site web Opens in new window Coût total Aucune donnée
