An intensive exchange of researchers resulted in a larger number of achievements in material science and mechanical engineering: namely,
1. development and design of the advanced nanomaterial based Self-sufficient Radian Panel;
2. nanomaterials controlled functionalization;
3. extended energetic characterization of materials for both thermal and electric energy;
4. corresponded certification as a preparatory stage product validation at real scale application.
The project: (i) facilitated knowledge transfer between research centers of excellence and SME’s in Europe, Associated Countries and Third Countries; (ii) provided effective training for both experts, young scientists and PhD students. (iii) joint publications; (iv) joint presentations at international conferences; (v) effective exchange of ideas, information, samples, etc.; (vi) more effective use of equipment; (vii) implementation of methodologies developed by the participants at the partner institutions; (viii) creation of a network of national research centers of excellence in the area of nanomaterials, nanoelectronics, renewable energy, construction materials; (ix) strengthening of existing bi-lateral collaborations.
A long-term regular exchange between the teams in this project resulted in intensification of joint investigations and increased volume and value of scientific output. The measures taken to reinforce a lasting cooperation between the partners namely,: (i) continuation of investigations at partner teams beyond individual visits and the end of the project; (ii) introduction and support of the measures to ensure the partnership self-sustainability (as described below) (iii) joint supervision of PhD students using internal funds allowed to formulate new ideas and sucessfully submit research proposals under programme HE-MSCA-SE projects INMEDSCAN and DETMED.
Benefits to society are also expected in the longer term: The successful implementation of policies to deal with invention and collaboration with industry will lead to a number of benefits for society at large and, in particular, the local economy. These benefits include new jobs [working places creation is foreseen for the involved SMEs partners and better education/advanced skills. Target know-how transfer to open nanotech innovation will ensure further development of advanced highly Energy Efficient Heating/Cooling solution for the Building Materials market and like that will bring social benefits for the people life quality and well-being.
Within implemented activity during reporting period were achieved:
- Working prototype of 1m2 device of Porous Blocks structure;
- Has been submitted joint patent;
- Advanced theoretical basis of Humidity to Electricity conversion process;
