Obiettivo The aim of the proposed project is to initiate a new research line on the development of nano-diamond building blocks for micro-devices. Diamond is a superlative engineering material combining exceptional thermal, mechanical, and chemical properties. Nano-grained diamond is of large scientific and technological interest since it could lead to several breakthroughs in micro-engineering, like e.g. for the synthesis of micro-electromechanical systems. Such nano-diamond deposits could replace silicon and other well-established materials that are unsuitable under extreme conditions, and could help to tackle the reliability issues due to friction and wear in numerous micro-device applications. This project will address several key aspects related to the growth, structure, and function of nano-diamond deposits that still impede their breakthrough for micro-scale applications.The key objective is the controlled synthesis of complex-shaped, 3-D micro-structured nano-diamond deposits with large aspect ratio displaying very low surface roughness, high film conformality, and well-controlled material properties. That will be achieved by acquiring a deeper understanding and control of the early stage formation of nano-diamond thin films on micro-patterned substrates.The Fellow will combine advanced diamond growth techniques with new developments in atomic layer deposition and miniature device fabrication. He will develop a two-pronged approach using experimental procedures and computer simulations to understand and tailor the nucleation and growth dynamics of nano-diamond thin films. Surface micromachining technology will then be applied for micro-patterning the nano-diamond. For the first time, recently developed micro-device tribometers will be used to assess the tribomechanical performance of nano-diamond at micro-contacts. The research will be carried out in four subprojects axed around two specific applications: (1) micro-fluidic delivery systems and (2) micro-machines. Campo scientifico engineering and technologymaterials engineeringcoating and filmsnatural scienceschemical sciencesinorganic chemistrymetalloidsengineering and technologymechanical engineeringtribologynatural sciencesmathematicsapplied mathematicsmathematical model Programma(i) FP7-PEOPLE - Specific programme "People" implementing the Seventh Framework Programme of the European Community for research, technological development and demonstration activities (2007 to 2013) Argomento(i) FP7-PEOPLE-2010-IEF - Marie-Curie Action: "Intra-European fellowships for career development" Invito a presentare proposte FP7-PEOPLE-2010-IEF Vedi altri progetti per questo bando Meccanismo di finanziamento MC-IEF - Intra-European Fellowships (IEF) Coordinatore KATHOLIEKE UNIVERSITEIT LEUVEN Contributo UE € 219 500,00 Indirizzo OUDE MARKT 13 3000 Leuven Belgio Mostra sulla mappa Regione Vlaams Gewest Prov. Vlaams-Brabant Arr. Leuven Tipo di attività Higher or Secondary Education Establishments Contatto amministrativo Stijn Delauré (Dr.) Collegamenti Contatta l’organizzazione Opens in new window Sito web Opens in new window Costo totale Nessun dato
