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Mrs. MAGDALENA-VALENTINA LUNGU

Ph.D.

Senior Researcher first degree (CS I), Dr. Eng. - INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE-DEZVOLTARE PENTRU INGINERIE ELECTRICA ICPE - CA BUCURESTI

Researcher | Scientific reviewer

Magdalena Valentina Lungu is a Senior Researcher with a Ph.D. in Materials Engineering and Science. She has expertise in advanced materials synthesis, innovative product development, powder metallurgy techniques, spark plasma sintering (SPS), Dynamic and Electrophoretic Light Scattering (DLS and ELS) methods, UV-Vis spectroscopy, tribological and mechanical testing (micro/nanoindentation and microscratch). She is an Expert Evaluator and Rapporteur for the remote evaluation of project proposals in some international R&D programmes (HORIZON, RFCS, RFCS-BT, MSCA-PF, H2020, M-Era.Net, a.o). She is a recognized reviewer for 110 peer-reviewed journals indexed in WoS (IOP Publishing, Elsevier, MDPI, Springer, Taylor & Francis, RSC, Wiley, Hindawi, Nature Publishing Group, World Scientific, Sage, a.o).

Web of Science ResearcherID: G-3932-2017

Curriculum Vitae (03/08/2026)

Expertise & keywords

Protective and Innovative Technology for Geothermal Wells Call name: PNCDI IV, P 5.8 - SP 5.8.1 - COFUND-2023
COFUND-OrkaShield 2025 - 2028

Role in this project: Key expert

Coordinating institution: INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE-DEZVOLTARE PENTRU INGINERIE ELECTRICA ICPE - CA BUCURESTI

Project partners: INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE-DEZVOLTARE PENTRU INGINERIE ELECTRICA ICPE - CA BUCURESTI (RO); Gerosion EHF (IS); SINTEF AS (NO); OPHIOLITE AS (NO); ROCKPORE AS (NO)

Affiliation: INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE-DEZVOLTARE PENTRU INGINERIE ELECTRICA ICPE - CA BUCURESTI (RO)

Project website: https://www.icpe-ca.ro/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/OrkaShield_Protective-and-Innovative-Technology-for-Geothermal-Wells.pdf

Abstract:

Project OrkaShield: Protective and Innovative Technology for Geothermal Wells will demonstrate

its novel qualities by field testing in relevant environment and push its TRL higher. The presented

technology has several strategic and commercial long-term objectives such as boost energy

independence of Europe by utilizing effectively renewable energy, also in previously non-viable

regions, and commercial competitiveness of Europe by offering new product. OrkaShield will

allow importing fewer fossil fuels, eliminating the environmental burden of transport, import tax,

or mining fuel for nuclear powerplants from less geopolitically stable countries outside Europe.

Iceland represents an ideal location and conditions to demonstrate durability of OrkaShield and

therefore applicability for many European countries. OrkaShield contributes towards the

implementation of the European Green Deal. OrkaShield is relevant to the call objectives through

innovation and optimization how geothermal energy is harvested and integrated in Europe’s

future energy system for heating/cooling and power generation with zero emission. This

technology allows: 1) significant cost reduction; 2) significant increase in competitive market

opportunities; 3) significant increase in environmental proception and reduction of risks

associated with the development or operation of a geothermal installation; and 4) better tools and

methodologies to tackles society's increasing energy consumption in sustainable manner.

Contributions to improving the reliability of electrical contacts in switching systems using high-conductivity materials deposited through electroerosion technology Call name: PNCDI IV, P 5.8 - SP 5.8.3 - Proiecte complexe bilaterale cu Republica Moldova, PCB-RO-MD-2024
PN-IV-PCB-RO-MD-2024-0544 2025 - 2027

Role in this project: Project coordinator

Coordinating institution: INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE-DEZVOLTARE PENTRU INGINERIE ELECTRICA ICPE - CA BUCURESTI

Project partners: INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE-DEZVOLTARE PENTRU INGINERIE ELECTRICA ICPE - CA BUCURESTI (RO); UNIVERSITATEA DE STAT DIN MOLDOVA (MD)

Affiliation: INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE-DEZVOLTARE PENTRU INGINERIE ELECTRICA ICPE - CA BUCURESTI (RO)

Project website: https://www.icpe-ca.ro/proiecte-icpeca/international-projects/electroermat-51pcbromd-2025/?lang=en

Abstract:

The complex joint research project, conducted by researchers from INCDIE ICPE-CA (Romania) in partnership with MSU-IAP (Moldova), aims to develop advanced ecological electrical contact materials (ECMs) with superior properties for industrial applications, such as switching systems. The project’s goal includes strengthening interdisciplinary collaborations and expanding research networks. The primary objective focuses on creating ECMs with minimal Strategic and Critical Raw Materials content, specifically by developing silver and tungsten matrix composites (AgMCs and WMCs) reinforced with additives such as Ni, Cu, graphene (Gr), graphene oxide (GO), and/or reduced graphene oxide (rGO). The AgMCs will be used as electrode materials for electroerosion/electrospark alloying (ESA) applications, while the WMCs will be utilized as substrates for ECMs. An expected outcome is to achieve Technology Readiness Level (TRL) 5 by the project's end, demonstrated through experimental proof-of-concept for demonstrative models (DMs) of novel sintered and coated ECMs and validation in laboratory and relevant environments. Additionally, some research will be conducted on-site by researchers from P1 (MSU-IAP) during internships at the host institution in Romania (CO). The project’s multi- and interdisciplinary approach integrates exploratory and industrial research, based on the expertise of both partners to achieve these objectives.

Antimicrobial PU foam nanocomposites designed for biomedical applications, synthesized by radiation-assisted technology Call name: P 2 - SP 2.1 - Proiect experimental - demonstrativ
PN-III-P2-2.1-PED-2021-0423 2022 - 2024

Role in this project: Key expert

Coordinating institution: INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE-DEZVOLTARE PENTRU INGINERIE ELECTRICA ICPE - CA BUCURESTI

Project partners: INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE-DEZVOLTARE PENTRU INGINERIE ELECTRICA ICPE - CA BUCURESTI (RO); Institutul National de Cercetare-Dezvoltare pentru Chimie si Petrochimie - ICECHIM Bucuresti (RO); UNIVERSITATEA BUCURESTI (RO)

Affiliation: Institutul National de Cercetare-Dezvoltare pentru Chimie si Petrochimie - ICECHIM Bucuresti (RO)

Project website: http://www.icpe-ca.ro/puma/; https://icechim.ro/project/puma_ro/

Abstract:

New technologies, based on nanoparticles are continuously introduced and developed in a large area of application fields, among them, biomedical and pharmaceutic products. The scope of the present project is to prepare some nanocomposite materials with intrinsic antimicrobial properties and to characterize their functionality. The new materials intended to be synthesized in this project are innovative metal nanoparticles (Silver and Copper-Gold nanoparticles) uniformly dispersed in polyurethane (PU) foam. The technology used for nanoparticle synthesis, recently developed at INCDIE ICPE-CA, based on radiation-induced chemical transformations, is environmentally friendly, because no chemical reagents (besides the nanoparticle precursors) are required and no chemical wastes emerge from the process. Another aim of the project is to exploit/ valorize the results recently obtained within earlier research projects by developing new functional models of materials with high antimicrobial activity and wide efficiency spectrum. This type of materials can be used in a wide area of applications, in particular in hospital environments (as for example structural elements of hospital mattresses and toppers, pillows, floor mats, cover materials for different surfaces or as components of various medical items, such as catheters, hydrogel support for bandages (dressings) a.s.o.). Given the current pandemic context caused by SARS CoV-2 and high percentage of nosocomial infections in hospitals, the project results will help to reduce the effects caused by such health crises, improving the health of patients and medical staff. On the other hand, given the multitude of practical applications of these polyurethane foams, the project results may open up new opportunities for the development of value-added antimicrobial PU based products (paints, footwear, dressings, etc.).

Due to its specificity, the project falls within the domain of public priority "Health".

Research and development of new advanced composite materials based on tungsten-copper for electrical switching devices Call name:
POC 133-D6 MAIRA/2019 2019 - 2022

Role in this project: Project coordinator

Coordinating institution: INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE-DEZVOLTARE PENTRU INGINERIE ELECTRICA ICPE - CA BUCURESTI

Project partners: INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE-DEZVOLTARE PENTRU INGINERIE ELECTRICA ICPE - CA BUCURESTI (RO); MAIRA MONTAJ SRL (RO)

Affiliation: INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE-DEZVOLTARE PENTRU INGINERIE ELECTRICA ICPE - CA BUCURESTI (RO)

Project website:

Abstract:

The project aims is to develop novel advanced electrical contact materials based on W-Cu composite powders doped with graphene oxide obtained by chemical/mechanical synthesis, and consolidated by classical powder metallurgy techniques and spark plasma sintering as arcing contacts for medium and high voltage circuit breakers.

Micro/nanostructured metallic and composite advanced materials with performant properties for practical applications in priority areas Call name:
Nucleu 2019-2022/PN 19310102 2019 - 2022

Role in this project: Project coordinator

Coordinating institution: INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE-DEZVOLTARE PENTRU INGINERIE ELECTRICA ICPE - CA BUCURESTI

Project partners: INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE-DEZVOLTARE PENTRU INGINERIE ELECTRICA ICPE - CA BUCURESTI (RO)

Affiliation: INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE-DEZVOLTARE PENTRU INGINERIE ELECTRICA ICPE - CA BUCURESTI (RO)

Project website: https://www.icpe-ca.ro/proiecte-icpeca/program-nucleu/

Abstract:

The project aims is to develop novel advanced materials with performant properties and knowledge in the field of (i) Ti alloys (Ti-Al, Ti-Si, Ti-Cr, Ti-Al-Si, Ti-Al-Cr, Ti-Cr-Si) and antiwear and protective coatings, (ii) high entropy alloys (HEA) of AlCoCrFeNi2 type, (iii) Mg alloys as degradable biomaterials.

Development of reliable metal oxide varistors for the enhancement of the protective effect of surge arresters Call name: P 2 - SP 2.1 - Proiect experimental - demonstrativ
PN-III-P2-2.1-PED-2019-5337 2020 - 2022

Role in this project: Project coordinator

Coordinating institution: INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE-DEZVOLTARE PENTRU INGINERIE ELECTRICA ICPE - CA BUCURESTI

Project partners: INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE-DEZVOLTARE PENTRU INGINERIE ELECTRICA ICPE - CA BUCURESTI (RO); MAIRA MONTAJ SRL (RO)

Affiliation: INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE-DEZVOLTARE PENTRU INGINERIE ELECTRICA ICPE - CA BUCURESTI (RO)

Project website: http://www.icpe-ca.ro/327ped-2020/

Abstract:

The project aim is to develop reliable metal oxide varistors (MOVs) to enhance the protective effect of surge arresters by a validated technology, to obtain new knowledge in the field of advanced materials and new know-how of import replacing and export-oriented products for medium voltage surge arresters (MVSAs). The main project objectives are: (1) Development and investigation of new advanced materials in form of metal oxide (MO) composite powders and disk-shaped metal oxide varistors (MOVs) having performant properties for utilization in MVSAs; (2) Realization and investigation of experimental models (EMs, TRL 3) and functional models (FMs, TRL 4) of MOVs tested in industrial environment (TRL 6) by industrial research activities and of certified MOV prototypes tested in operational environment in MVSAs (TRL 7) by experimental development activities; (3) Validation of laboratory technology for MOV realization, starting from TRL 2; (4) Achievement of innovative solutions for the development of new advanced materials that will lead to patentable results in the project technical-scientific fields; (5) Dissemination of the project results on a large scale, by promoting and increasing the visibility of Romanian research.

Electrostimulation using extremely low frequencies of biochemical processes in wastewater treatment plants Call name: P 2 - SP 2.1 - Proiect de transfer la operatorul economic
PN-III-P2-2.1-PTE-2019-0139 2020 - 2022

Role in this project: Key expert

Coordinating institution: I.C.P.E. BISTRITA S.A.

Project partners: I.C.P.E. BISTRITA S.A. (RO); INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE-DEZVOLTARE PENTRU INGINERIE ELECTRICA ICPE - CA BUCURESTI (RO)

Affiliation: INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE-DEZVOLTARE PENTRU INGINERIE ELECTRICA ICPE - CA BUCURESTI (RO)

Project website: https://www.icpe-bn.ro/ro/pagini/74-proiect-pn-iii-cerc-co-pte-2-2019.html

Abstract:

The project proposes to increase the treatment capacity, the energy efficiency and the quality of the effluent through stimulation using extreme low frequency (ELF) electromagnetic fields of the biochemical processes of wastewater treatment plants, currently characterized by relatively long processing durations. The implementation of ELF technology in the field of wastewater treatment is of an innovative nature, on both the national and international perspective, and the technical-economic advantage is well-timed, given the qualitative and quantitative intensification of the pollutants in the wastewater and the tightening of the legislation in force regarding the quality of the discharged waters.

The project implementation method involves the transfer of the results obtained by INCDIE ICPE-CA in the area of the electromagnetic fields influence on the living cells, currently on the fourth technology readiness level TRL 4, to S.C. ICPE Bistrița S.A.. By carrying out the project, it is proposed to demonstrate the functionality/ efficiency in the industrial environment (TRL 5) and to execute and validate/ certify at prototype level a new product - ESELFBio (TRL 6), respectively.

By achieving the general objective of the project, namely the product-line expansion of S.C. ICPE Bistrița S.A. by introducing the ESELFBio into the current production, a direct impact at national level is predicted, both by upgrading and retrofitting the existing wastewater treatment plants with the new product, and by building new wastewater treatment plants designed with ESELFBio.

SOL-2020-26. Decontamination devices against SARS-CoV-2 virus (UV, microwaves, X-rays,biochemicals, nanoparticles, other) Call name: P 2 - SP 2.1 - Soluţii - 2020 - 2
PN-III-P2-2.1-SOL-2020-2-0285 2020 - 2020

Role in this project: Key expert

Coordinating institution: INSTITUTUL DE STIINTE SPATIALE-FILIALA INFLPR

Project partners: INSTITUTUL DE STIINTE SPATIALE-FILIALA INFLPR (RO); INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE DEZVOLTARE PENTRU FIZICA LASERILOR, PLASMEI SI RADIATIEI - INFLPR RA (RO); INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE-DEZVOLTARE PENTRU INGINERIE ELECTRICA ICPE - CA BUCURESTI (RO); INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE - DEZVOLTARE PENTRU FIZICA MATERIALELOR BUCURESTI RA (RO); SPITALUL CLINIC DE URGENŢĂ "PROF. DR. NICOLAE OBLU" IAŞI (RO)

Affiliation: INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE-DEZVOLTARE PENTRU INGINERIE ELECTRICA ICPE - CA BUCURESTI (RO)

Project website: http://www.spacescience.ro/projects/sol2020/sol_index.html

Abstract:

In this project, the consortium consisting of the Institute of Space Science - legal subsidiary of INFLPR (PC), the National Institute for Lasers, Plasma and Radiation Physics (P1), the National Institute for Research and Development in Electrical Engineering ICPR-CA (P2), the National Institute of Materials Physics (P3) and the Iasi "Prof. Dr. Nicolae Oblu" Emergency Hospital proposes the development and fabrication of the following prototypes of decontamination devices: (a) a prototype of a mobile UVC device for the patyhogenic decontamination of exposed surfaces, objects and air in closed rooms semi-closed spaces (halls, etc), (b) a prototype of a mobile/fixed UVC tunnel/chamber for pathogen decontamination, (c) a prototype of a 2-stage microwaves generator for air decontamination in closed spaces, (d) at least one prototype of nanoparticles colloidal solution with possible wide spectrum biocidal properties using on metalic oxide nanostructures (single components/composites) and nanostructured composites based on oxide nanostructures and UV activated carbon nanoparticles. These prototypes will be tested both in a laboratory environment and in a typical hospital environment in order to achive a technology readiness level of TRL=8 for each. As a result of these testing campaigns, the two UVC decontamination prototypes, the microwave decontamination device as well as the most efficient prototypes of colloidal decontamination solutions based on nanoparticle oxides and on nanostructures and nanostructured composites will proposed for formal operational certification.

Advanced materials for various applications: electrical engineering, energy, health Call name:
Nucleu 2018/PN 18240101 2018 - 2018

Role in this project: Project coordinator

Coordinating institution: INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE-DEZVOLTARE PENTRU INGINERIE ELECTRICA ICPE - CA BUCURESTI

Project partners: INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE-DEZVOLTARE PENTRU INGINERIE ELECTRICA ICPE - CA BUCURESTI (RO)

Affiliation: INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE-DEZVOLTARE PENTRU INGINERIE ELECTRICA ICPE - CA BUCURESTI (RO)

Project website: http://www.icpe-ca.ro/proiecte/proiecte-nationale/nucleu/2018/nucleu-lista-2018.htm

Abstract:

The project aimed to develop novel advanced materials and knowledge in the field of (i) TiAl materials and TiAlN antiwear and protective coatings, (ii) FeCoNiAlCu alloys and functional and magnetic coatings, (iii) conductive polymeric composites, (iv) Fe2O3 magnetic nanopowders, (v) bioceramic materials.

Experimental development of high performance sintered parts and validation of their manufacturing technology for utilization in medium and high voltage switching devices Call name: P 2 - SP 2.1 - Proiect experimental - demonstrativ
PN-III-P2-2.1-PED-2016-1987 2017 - 2018

Role in this project: Project coordinator

Coordinating institution: INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE-DEZVOLTARE PENTRU INGINERIE ELECTRICA ICPE - CA BUCURESTI

Project partners: INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE-DEZVOLTARE PENTRU INGINERIE ELECTRICA ICPE - CA BUCURESTI (RO); MAIRA MONTAJ SRL (RO)

Affiliation: INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE-DEZVOLTARE PENTRU INGINERIE ELECTRICA ICPE - CA BUCURESTI (RO)

Project website: http://www.icpe-ca.ro/proiecte/proiecte-nationale/pn-2016-2020/hpersint/hpersint.htm

Abstract:

Project Objectives: The ST objectives are designed in fully accordance with the objectives of the PN-III-CERC-CO-PED-2016 Program for ”Demonstrative Experimental Project”. The main objective of the project consists of achieving TRL 4 stage by industrial research for obtaining EMs of sintered parts using advanced micro/nano W-Cu contact materials and by experimental development of prototypes of high performance sintered semifinished and complex finite parts and validation of their manufacturing technology for utilization in MV and HV switching devices, starting from TRL 2 stage, according to our previous results. To achieve the main objective, there are necessary to be accomplished the following derived ST objectives: To elaborate and execute experimental models of micro/nano contact materials (TRL2, TRL3); To design and execute some functional models of graphite moulds for obtaining sintered semifinished parts by SPS process and to establish technology for their obtaining (TRL2, TRL3); To acquire basic logistics necessary to accomplish the project objectives in due time (TRL2-4); To design, manufacture and characterize according to the standards in force EMs and prototypes of sintered semifinished and complex finite parts, and to elaborate the technical documentations; To select the material with the best properties for MV and HV electrical power applications;

To validate the laboratory technology for manufacturing high performance sintered parts in order for the nd-user to increase high added value and technological level (TRL4); To perform a technical-economical analysis study for experimental development of sintered semifinished and complex finite parts in order for the partners to choose the right technologies for their fabrication, and to define current or potential markets (TRL3); To disseminate the project results on a large scale during the project lifetime and afterwards in accordance with knowledge protection; To protect knowledge by patent applucations.

Innovative nanostructured materials and coatings with antimicrobial activity for medical applications Call name: Joint Applied Research Projects - PCCA 2013 - call
PN-II-PT-PCCA-2013-4-1292 2014 - 2017

Role in this project: Project coordinator

Coordinating institution: INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE-DEZVOLTARE PENTRU INGINERIE ELECTRICA ICPE - CA BUCURESTI

Project partners: INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE-DEZVOLTARE PENTRU INGINERIE ELECTRICA ICPE - CA BUCURESTI (RO); UNIVERSITATEA BUCURESTI (RO); MGM STAR CONSTRUCT S.R.L. (RO)

Affiliation: INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE-DEZVOLTARE PENTRU INGINERIE ELECTRICA ICPE - CA BUCURESTI (RO)

Project website: http://www.icpe-ca.ro/proiecte/proiecte-nationale/pn-2014/inmatco.pdf

Abstract:

The project aims to develop novel products and knowledge in antimicrobial nanostructured coatings for medical applications like critical surgical instruments (scalpels, knives, forceps and scissors) to reduce superficial and deep surgical site infections and to improve quality of life. Nanostructured materials of MeNPs/MeONPs type (MeNPs = Ag, Cu, MeONPs = CaO, MgO, ZnO, TiO2) with average MeNPs size of 10-20 nm and average MeONPs size of 30-50 nm) and high antimicrobial activity will be obtained by an innovative chemical synthesis of colloidal suspensions containing ecological NPs with 0.1-0.5 wt.% MeNPs and 1-3 wt.% MeONPs. Chemical deposition of MeNPs on MeONPs supports will be realized by a self-assembled nanolayers coating process, being a new and efficient approach in control of NPs size and stability. A higher content of MeNPs will be obtained in comparison with the existent solutions. The MeNPs and MeONPs mixtures will show synergistic effects of antimicrobial properties compared with those of MeNPs and MeONPs used alone. Ecological and efficient processing methods will be used to obtain and deposit the bioactive agents designed to inhibit the adhesion of microorganisms on stainless steel supports that show lack of antibacterial properties. The MeNPs/MeONPs composite powders will be deposited by different methods such as Thermal Evaporation, EBPVD (e-gun), Sputtering Deposition (Magnetron) and Arc-PVD (Plasmotron) on the metallic substrates with ensuring a good adhesion without changing the substrates original properties. Nanostructured coatings with homogenous and dense surface without any faults (pinholes and cracks) will be achieved at low temperatures to not affect the materials properties. Optimized coatings will be developed by a graded structure and adjusting stress level. Other original and innovative aspect is related by sputtering targets development from selected nanostructured materials by spark plasma sintering (SPS) process, where nanostructure features are maintained since grain growth and the development of equilibrium states are suppressed. The project addresses to the priority thematic of the PARTNERSHIPS PN-II-PT-PCCA-2013-4 program, Domain 7. “Materials, processes and innovative products“, Research field 7.1 Advanced materials, Thematic Area 7.1.6. “Advanced materials and biomaterials for health quality increasing“ with a direct impact in Domain 4. “Health” and European Research Area (ERA)-Nanomaterials. The project has inter-disciplinary, multi-disciplinary and trans-disciplinary nature being carried out by high skilled specialists with complementary expertise. Certified prototypes and end-products of critical stainless steel surgical instruments coated with antimicrobial MeNPs/MeONPs nanostructured materials with uniform and homogeneous mono/multilayer with thickness ranging 0.1-50 µm will be obtained. The coatings will have high resistance to mechanical wear, high resistance to heat stresses, high hardness, low friction coefficient and good adhesion to substrate. The novel products will be introduced on the market only after their certification granted by the Health Ministry from Romania. The coated products will be at a competitive cost with uncoated ones, contributing to the requests of the global and national socio-economic environment in the field of advanced materials and health with a major impact in reducing surgical site infections. Knowledge protection will be made by two patent applications registered to the national State Office for Inventions and Trademarks (OSIM). Results dissemination will be made on a large scale by publishing scientific papers in ISI ranked journals, attendance at national and international events, setting up and updating project web site, elaboration of dissemination materials.

Direct laser writing of polymer - graphene composites Call name: Joint Applied Research Projects - PCCA-2011 call, Type 1
PN-II-PT-PCCA-2011-3.1-1422 2012 - 2016

Role in this project: Key expert

Coordinating institution: INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE DEZVOLTARE PENTRU FIZICA LASERILOR, PLASMEI SI RADIATIEI - INFLPR RA

Project partners: INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE DEZVOLTARE PENTRU FIZICA LASERILOR, PLASMEI SI RADIATIEI - INFLPR RA (RO); INSTITUTUL DE CHIMIE MACROMOLECULARA "PETRU PONI" (RO); INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE-DEZVOLTARE PENTRU INGINERIE ELECTRICA ICPE - CA BUCURESTI (RO); INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE - DEZVOLTARE PENTRU FIZICA MATERIALELOR BUCURESTI RA (RO)

Affiliation: INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE-DEZVOLTARE PENTRU INGINERIE ELECTRICA ICPE - CA BUCURESTI (RO)

Project website: http://ppam.inflpr.ro/polygraph.htm

Abstract:

Graphene-based polymer nanocomposites (GBPNC) share common features with regard to fabrication methodologies, processing, morphology characterization and fundamental physics. The key to prepare advanced GBPNC is to control the engineering of the polymer-graphene interface. Graphene have a pronounced tendency to agglomerate, making them very hard to disperse homogenously in polymers, regardless of the production process of the polymer nanocomposites. The prevention of aggregation is essential because most of their unique properties are present just in the pristine form. Because of this, a series of surface modifications of graphene are performed in order to make them suitable for homogenous dispersion in polymers. In this respect, oxidation followed by chemical functionalization will facilitate dispersion and stabilization, thus preventing agglomeration. In general, graphene are functionalized by attaching small molecules or polymers chains to the graphene surface. The chemical functionalization of the graphene surface is considered to be an attractive solution because this approach renders them hydrophilic (instead of hydrophobic). An improvement in its solubility results in better dispersion and processability, enhancing the interaction between the filler and matrix to the interface. The general objective of the project is to produce 2D and 3D structures of graphene based polymer nanocomposites with improved electrical, thermal, optical and mechanical properties by direct laser writing of monomer/graphene composite using a femtosecond IR laser. A technology will be developed based on the monomer/graphene material interaction during the laser action. The monomer will be urethane mono(dimethacrylates) in different combinations with graphene and surface modified graphene. The project bring at least two novelties: The polimer matrix is new in the filed of GBPNC and DLW is a new technological approch to incorporate graphene in a polymer matrix starting from monomers.

New Vacuum Low Voltage Compact Contactor Call name: Joint Applied Research Projects - PCCA-2011 call, Type 2
PN-II-PT-PCCA-2011-3.2-0357 2012 - 2016

Role in this project: Key expert

Coordinating institution: UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI

Project partners: UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI (RO); ICPE S.A. (RO); INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE-DEZVOLTARE PENTRU OPTOELECTRONICA INOE 2000 INCD (RO); INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE-DEZVOLTARE PENTRU INGINERIE ELECTRICA ICPE - CA BUCURESTI (RO); MEDAPTEH SRL (RO)

Affiliation: INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE-DEZVOLTARE PENTRU INGINERIE ELECTRICA ICPE - CA BUCURESTI (RO)

Project website: https://sites.google.com/site/projectnewalc/home

Abstract:

The purpose of NeWaLC project is the development of a new type of Vacuum Low Voltage Contactor which will be introduced in manufacturing in Romania.

As a classical concept, the Low Voltage Contactor carry out air switching arc at atmospheric pressure. This fact determines a lot of functional, economical as well as concerning environment and personnel disadvantages. The contactor we propose, having a compact structure, is a new element, having an obvious prospective in the process of electrical energy distribution and use.

The electric arc quenching process is incapsulated in a minimum volume quenching chamber under high vacuum. The actuator is also of minimum size and the NeWaLC main dimensions are substantially reduced. Therefore the NeWaLC will be a modern scientific and technical solution having a very positive impact on romanian economic activity.

The manufacturing and commercialization of NeWaLC will increase the exploitation safety level of the electric networks that operate in important risk conditions. Such situations are specific in the chemical, oil-chemical or mining industry.

The type of the contactor will meet the most severe conditions of ecological and environmental pollution, also with regard to electromagnetic compatibility.

This project proposes specific scientific research activities, technological design and industrial tests. Also a NeWaLC industrial prototype will be elaborated and put into fabrication.

The NeWaLC project will urge the research and development activities and will determine an improvement of the activity in a series of small, medium and large enterprises that will operate in this domain in Romania.

Besides the positive economic and social effects, the R&D and manufacturing of NeWaLC will give the opportunity to carry out some interdisciplinary scientific research in different fields of activity, slightly adressed so far. This fact will have a positive effect on increasing the training level of young researchers involved.

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