Hydrogen leakage sensor May 2, 2022 - Oct 31, 2023
Hydrogen is expected as a next-generation clean energy to replace a fossil energy Several porous and nonporous structured ZnO nanotubes will be synthesized to research the effects of wall structures in hydrogen gas sensing. To synthesize porous and n...
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Projects (33)
Reusing Subsea Natural Gas Pipeline Infrastructure for Bulk Hydrogen Transportation Aug 11, 2022 - Dec 11, 2023
The goal of the project is to study the permeability, diffusivity, and solubility of hydrogen in six types of austenitic Steel by a gaseous permeation technique in the temperature range 50–430°C. The effect of the cold-working, heat treatment conditi...
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3D printed piezoelectric thin films for composite material damage monitoring Dec 1, 2022 - Nov 30, 2023
A combination of organic (PVDF) and inorganic (BaTiO3) piezoelectric materials will be combined to create 3D printable filaments. The 3D printed layers will be embedded into composite materials to create a sensor network that will be used to monitor...
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Development of a Low-Cost Electromechanical Recycle Waste Compactor Nov 28, 2022 - Mar 31, 2023
The project involves design and prototype testing of an innovative electromechanical compactor, named EcoStamp.
The design of EcoStamp is both affordable and user-friendly, making it ideal for domestic and commercial recyclable waste m...
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Scaling up the Continuous Reductive Distillation (CRD) Process Pilot Plant for Waste Tyre Conversion Dec 1, 2022 - Mar 31, 2023
The main aim of this project is to further optimise and develop a template for hardware and process scale-up of the Continuous Reductive Distillation (CRD) process technology developed by PRG North for tyre waste conversion to hydrocarbon oil and oth...
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The effect of dye on biodegradability of wool functional properties Dec 12, 2022 - Mar 31, 2023
The fashion industry has a significant environmental footprint however very little is known about how chemical processing impacts a product's end of life. This research aims to explore the compostability of wool in differing forms: chemically process...
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Evaluation of a Novel Composite inspection Probe Prototype Nov 1, 2023 - May 31, 2026
To optimise a composite material inspection device, integrating automatic data-logging and report generation capabilities.
The device will be the first of its kind, enabling operators to gather evidence to support long-term composite repair...
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Energy Efficient Campervans Dec 1, 2022 - Mar 31, 2023
Campers Scotland Limited (CSL)is a pioneer in low-emissions Eco Camper technology. They launched and patented the world's first Hybrid and Tribrid Eco Campervan in 2016. In their pursuit for zero-emissions leisure vehicles, in this feasibilit yprojec...
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Multifunctional and advanced electromagnetic properties of sustainable epoxy/MXene nanocomposites prepared with DMF solvent. Jul 3, 2023 - Aug 31, 2024
Epoxy nanocomposites are commonly used in applications such as hydrogen storage tank, structural composites, coating, optical, and electronics devices. By incorporating nanoparticles into a host polymer, performance can be significantly improved, and...
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Evaluation of Caprock Integrity for Geosequestration of CO2 in Low Temperature Reservoirs Nov 1, 2022 - Jul 31, 2023
The project aims to evaluate the effects of combing different gases with CO2 for reducing caprock embrittlement in cold temperature formation for storing CO2 in depleted oil and gas reservoirs. A promising solution to mitigate caprock embrittlement...
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Sand Management Network Phase 11 (2023 -2024) Jan 1, 2023 - Dec 31, 2024
The SMN has been in place for 21 years and has twenty-eight members, consisting of operators, service companies and universities, who work together to deal with sand-related issues both onshore and offshore in the UK and internationally.
Design and manufacturing of large-scale portable hydrogen composite tanks for compressed gas storage Apr 1, 2024 - Oct 31, 2026
To develop a lightweight, low-cost high-pressure hydrogen storage vessel of hybrid metal and composite construction. Once developed, the new vessel will be optimised to achieve manufacturing scalability and ensure its design can be easily adapted to...
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Sustainable Production of Bitumen Substitute from Waste Tyres Nov 1, 2023 - Apr 30, 2024
This proposal aims to evaluate the feasibility, performance, and environmental benefits of using bitumen produced from waste tyre in road construction. The trial aims to determine the suitability of this alternative material as a sustainable option f...
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