General information
Work Placement outline - we will consider applications from Bachelor, Master and Phd students, who will be joining an ongoing research project, working alongside with academic, researchers and PhD students.
Description
The nano-scale studies in the literature have revealed the excellent anti-friction properties of graphene and its great potential as a nano solid lubricant. However, for macro-scale applications the integrity and durability are main problems for most graphene-based surface coatings. This compound has attracted substantial attention in especially photovoltaic field. Graphene has several properties that make them desirable for various engineering application. These properties include; excellent thermal and structural stability, high specific stiffness and strength, high heat capacity and good thermal conductivity. One way to mediate the durability issue while exploiting the mechanical properties of graphene is graphene-based composites. The objective of this study is to synthesize and characterize thin films containing graphene oxide (GO) combined and TiO2 nanoparticles composite coatings fabricated by spin coating technology.
The main objectives of this study are:
- Evaluate the tribological properties of the coatings by wear testing.
- Determine the thermal properties (density, specific heat and thermal conductivity) of the material.
- Characterise the oxidation behaviour material using techniques such as; SEM, EDS and XRD
- Evaluate the properties of the coatings deposited.
Prerequisites:
- Materials and Surface Engineering; Automotive Systems Engineering; Mechanical and Energy Systems Engineering previous knowledge at Undergraduate or Postgraduate levels.
- Students (UG/PG) should apply by submitting a CV, transcript of record and prove of English B2 level;
- Selected applicants must be recipients of an Erasmus Grants;
