Department of Materials and Production

Materials science and engineering

The general aim is to conduct research and education in Materials Science and Engineering. Materials engineering bridges the traditional boundaries between the disciplinary areas of materials physics, materials processing, and materials science. Our research group involves mechanical engineers, chemist and physicists. This interplay between disciplines creates a catalytic environment conductive for the encouragement of materials research.

Department of Materials and Production

Materials science and engineering

One of the key ways materials development may be achieved is to synthesise proper materials, whose properties can be controlled by tailoring their microstructure and to develop a direct link and a closed loop between processing and fabrication of materials on one hand, and material characterisation and simulation on the other.

In addition, theoretical modelling supports the achievement of these objectives. Through theoretical modelling, experimental and computational aspects are considered simultaneously in order to build a bridge across length scales.

Nanostructured materials are in focus due to their superior functional and structural properties. Bioengineering on enzyme design and biosensors is an important research field. Research is also peformed on processing and properties of metallic materials.

Competences

Mechanics of materials
Nanocomposites
Mesomechanics
Bio engineering
Closed loop between processing/fabrication and materials characterisation
Polymers, polymer based composites, metal alloys, ceramics and microcellular materials