Major NWO grants for 3 research consortia involving the ME department
Twelve Perspectief projects to start through multi-million euro investment in technological innovation
As many as twelve consortia can start their research projects aimed at (further) developing technological innovations through the Perspectief program. A crucial factor in these projects is their societal and economic impact. They receive a total of 46.4 million euros in funding from the Ministry of Economic Affairs and NWO. Industry and other partners add an additional backing of 19.6 million euros. The Perspectief program hereby gives a major boost to the technological innovation power of the Netherlands. The Mechanical Engineering department of 黑料福利网 was involved in the proposals PURECOOL, CIRHY and and FOCUS.
Technological innovation is necessary to tackle the societal challenges facing the Netherlands. The Perspectief program contributes to this by strengthening the Dutch knowledge and innovation system. This is done in part through a contribution to the mission-driven innovation policy of the Ministry of Economic Affairs and the National Technology Strategy (NTS). The assigned Perspectief projects therefore focus on pressing issues: from improving semiconductor chips to making Dutch food production more sustainable, and from developing new water purification techniques to personalised nanotherapies for cancer treatment.
The projects Mechanical Engineering is involved in, are the following:
Next-Generation Cryogenics: Advanced Thermal Interfaces and Low-Power Low-Noise Cooling Solutions (PURECOOL)
Cooling systems that can reach extremely low temperatures are crucial for quantum computers, semiconductor production, and medical imaging. However, current cryogenic systems are large, inefficient, noisy, and difficult to maintain. This project brings together scientists and industrial partners to develop more compact, more energy-efficient, quieter, and maintenance-friendly systems. To achieve this, they are studying heat transfer at extremely low temperatures. Using industrial demonstration models, the consortium is validating its findings in high-tech environments. This will enable the Netherlands to position itself as a leader in both the science and system design of advanced cryogenic technology.
Program lead: prof. dr. ir. S. (Srini) Vanapalli 鈥� University of Twente
Co-applicants: dr. L.H. Arntzen, dr. ir. A.J.H. Frijns, prof. dr. ir. M.G.D. Geers, dr. ir. J.P.M. Hoefnagels, prof. dr. ir. T.H. Oosterkamp, prof. dr. ir. M.B. de Rooij, dr. ir. O. van der Sluijs, ir. K.J. Tielrooij
Knowledge institutes: De Haagse Hogeschool (HHS), Eindhoven University of Technology, Universiteit Leiden, Universiteit Twente
Consortium: AAE B.V., ASML, FEI Electron Optics B.V., Forschungszentrum J眉lich GmbH, Leiden Cryogenics, Leiden Probe Microscopy, MEC, MI-Partners, PGI-4Sencera, Single Quantum, Thermo Fisher Scientific
Circularity as Opportunity: Engineering Hydrogen-Resistant Circular Steels (CIRHY)
Hydrogen is becoming increasingly important as a clean energy source, but it also causes a problem: steel can become brittle and crack when exposed to hydrogen. This is particularly challenging for recycled steel, which has a variable structure and composition. The CIRHY project is investigating how small amounts of certain impurities in recycled steel can actually help to make it more resistant to hydrogen damage. By combining experiments with advanced computer models, the consortium is developing guidelines for stronger and more reliable recycled steel. This will help the transition to a sustainable hydrogen economy and reduce dependence on new materials.
Program lead: dr. P. (Poulumi) Dey 鈥� TU Delft
Co-applicants: dr. H. Beladi, prof. M. Diehl, prof. dr. ir. M.G.D. Geers, prof. dr. ir. E. van der Giessen, dr. ir. J.P.M. Hoefnagels, prof. dr. ir. L.A.I. Kestens, prof. F. Maresca, dr. ir. S.E. Offerman, dr. ir. R.H.J. Peerlings, dr. V.A. Popovich, dr. F. Roters, dr. C. Soyarslan, Dr.ir. K. Sedighiani
Knowledge institutes: Technische Universiteit Delft, KU Leuven, Eindhoven University of Technology, Rijksuniversiteit Groningen, Max-Planck-Institut f眉r Eisenforschung, Universiteit Twente
Consortium: Ako Precision Solutions Inc, Allseas, Ansys, BmS, NLR, NRG, ProRail, SKF, Tata Steel, M2i
Focus on lenses (FOCUS)
Several leading Dutch high-tech industries share a common challenge: the production of semiconductors, lighting, and optical instruments requires the ability to bend and focus light of many different colors. To this end, FOCUS is concentrating on the development of new, small, and accurate optical components. The project aims to result in more precise and faster design methods, better manufacturing processes, new lens materials, and new measurement techniques to assess the quality of the components produced.
Program lead: dr. N. (Nandini) Bhattacharya 鈥� TU Delft
Co-applicants: prof. W.L. Barnes, dr. ir. L.C.A. van Breemen, dr. ir. R.M. Cardinaels, dr. M.J. Goodwin, dr. A. Hunt, dr. L. Kusch, prof. dr. A. Lagendijk, dr. F. Maucher, dr. K.M. Mitra, dr. ir. J.H.M. ten Thije Boonkkamp, prof. dr. W.L. Vos
Knowledge institutes: Universiteit Twente, Technische Universiteit Eindhoven, Technische Universiteit Delft
Consortium: Anteryon, ASML, JMO, Luximprint, Nanoscribe, Schott, Signify
About Perspectief
Perspectief is a program of NWO, funded by the Ministry of Economic Affairs. The program challenges researchers to work in close cooperation with companies and civil society organisations on technological innovations with societal impact and the creation of economic opportunities for the Netherlands. The interdisciplinary research focuses on major societal challenges and key technologies, thus contributing to the ministry's Mission-Driven Innovation Policy.