Materials and process engineering (IMAP) (GreenTech2

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Université catholique de Louvain
Secteur des sciences et technologies (SST)
Institut de mécanique, matériaux et génie civil (IMMC)
Materials and process engineering (IMAP)
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Energy efficiency, Material sciences, ProcÉdÉs biologiques (fermentation biocatalyse…),
ProcÉdÉs physico-chimiques (extraction gazÉification catalyse…), Sustainable
processes
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Expert valorisateur Région wallonne Matériaux, Energie, Environnement
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Laboratory contact details
Laboratory Head
General Contact
Prof. De Wilde Juray
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B-1348 Louvain-laNeuve
Belgique
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Main study areas and research topics
Expertise and fundamental understanding of thin film growth mechanisms, in relation to desired functional and
microstructural properties (both vacuum and chemical deposition processes) - In-situ measurement of internal stress
development during thin film deposition - Thin film mechanics : nano-indentation, adhesion, micro-mechanical lab-on-chip
Green process development (acidogenic processes,biomass pretreatment, gasification,..)
Estabilishing a methodology for adressing sustainable development problems based on a life cycle engineering approach
and on a strategy for materials and processes selection
Development of High Performance Metallic Alloys and microstructure Materials for energy conversion (new metallic
alloys for the recovery of low grade heat in industrial processes) Developement of new metallic and composite materials for
structures lightening and durabilty
Development of eco-efficient processes for sustainable industrial chemical and biochemical engineering involves three
core areas: development of last generation separation technologies, evaluation of existing processes in the industry, and
application of thermodynamics from the molecular to the industrial scale. (contact : prof. Patricia Luis
Alconero - [email protected])
Last Research Project
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Last Research Project
Projet FNRS (2006-2009): In situ monitoring of thermal transformation reactions in metallic thin layers and multilayers
Projet RW/Winnomat2 « Dinosaure » (2008-2011): Characterization of intrinsic stresses and mechanical properties
of thin functional layers on steel
Projet FEDER (RW-UE) « Minatis» (2008-2015): Funding of a pulverization reactor (5 targets, DC reactive and
pulsed, RF) with integrated optical diagnoses MULTIMASEC-Development of multimaterials involving
electromagnetic absorption and controlled thermal and mechanical properties
Projet RW/EnegyWall COGETHER: Development of new multimaterial structures and conception of a thermoelectric
generator for the valorization of thermal dissipated energy sources Separation of chemicals produced by acidogenic
fermentation Novel rotating fluidized bed technologies
Extraordinary engineering equipments
State-of-the art materials characterisation for thin film applications : TEM/EELS, (low angle) X-ray diffraction ICP/OES with
high sensitive CCD-technology FEG-SEM with high-resolution EDX including light element (e.g. O) detection, SEM-EBSD
for micro-texture mapping AFM Batch-type, custom-built sputter deposition tool (5 targets, 2x RF and 3x DC-reactif/pulsed)
Services proposal
Micro and nanostructuration of surfaces and thin films: TEM/EELS, (low angle) X-ray diffraction ICP/OES with high sensitive
CCD-technology FEG-SEM with high-resolution EDX including light element (e.g. O) detection SEM-EBSD for micro-texture
mapping Expertises in the field of microstructure analysis and fracture analysis (damage, cracking, fatigue, creep,
decohesion) Mechanical or thermo-mechanical testing
Related Lab'Insight Event
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Related Lab'Insight Event
Innovative Food Packaging
Organized on Thursday 27th January 2011 at Université de Mons
Cet événement a su apporter aux entreprises actives dans le secteur agro-alimentaire des solutions innovantes pour les
aider à maîtriser les procédés industriels et innover.
Bioresources Engineering and Chemistry
Organized on Thursday 01st March 2012 at Université de Liège - Gembloux Agro-Bio Tech
This Lab'InSight meeting is the perfect place to meet researchers with demonstrated expertise in bio-engineering or
biosourced products.
Stockage d'énergie : défis et avancées technologiques
Organisé le mardi 22 avril 2014 à l'Université de Mons
Ce Lab'InSight a été organisé à l’UMONS le 19 juin dernier. Les 76 participants ont pu y rencontrer des scientifiques
experts du stockage d’énergie avec pour objectif d’initier de nouvelles collaborations.
Bioproducts : from molecules to materials
Organized on Friday 25th May 2012 at Université de Namur
This event was the perfect place to meet researchers specialized in bioproducts.
Innovative and Sustainable Coatings
Organisé le jeudi 12 mai 2016 à l'UMONS
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