Objective
The aim of this research project is to develop an environmentally friendly pre- treatment system for both coated and uncoated steel substrates. The substrate materials will be cold rolled steel (CRS) and CRS coated with Zn, Zn-Al, Zn-Fe and Al metallic coatings. Current pre-treatment technology based on chromium compounds can represent an environmental hazard. Commensurate with this objective is the aim of developing a fundamental understanding of the chemical processes occurring at the substrate/pre-treatment and the pre-treatment/ organic coating interfaces and how they affect the in-service performance, with particular regard to adhesion and corrosion resistance. The elimination of chromium-based pre-treatments will improve air quality in the workplace and also reduce the hazards during welding operations.
Programme(s)
Multi-annual funding programmes that define the EU’s priorities for research and innovation.
Multi-annual funding programmes that define the EU’s priorities for research and innovation.
Topic(s)
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Calls for proposals are divided into topics. A topic defines a specific subject or area for which applicants can submit proposals. The description of a topic comprises its specific scope and the expected impact of the funded project.
Call for proposal
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Funding Scheme
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Funding scheme (or “Type of Action”) inside a programme with common features. It specifies: the scope of what is funded; the reimbursement rate; specific evaluation criteria to qualify for funding; and the use of simplified forms of costs like lump sums.
Coordinator
SA13 2NG WEST GLAMORGAN
United Kingdom
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