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Mr. Vasilescu Marius

Lecturer Dr. Eng.

Lecturer universitary Phd Eng. - UNIVERSITATEA NAŢIONALĂ DE ŞTIINŢĂ ŞI TEHNOLOGIE POLITEHNICA BUCUREŞTI

Researcher | Teaching staff | Scientific reviewer

Web of Science ResearcherID: C-9869-2015

Curriculum Vitae (01/10/2019)

Expertise & keywords

NEW CERAMIC LAYER COMPOSITE MATERIAL PROCESSED BY LASER TECHNIQUES FOR CORROSION AND HIGH TEMPERATURE APPLICATIONS Call name: P 2 - SP 2.1 - Proiect experimental - demonstrativ
PN-III-P2-2.1-PED-2019-3953 2020 - 2022

Role in this project:

Coordinating institution: UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI

Project partners: UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI (RO); INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE DEZVOLTARE PENTRU FIZICA LASERILOR, PLASMEI SI RADIATIEI - INFLPR RA (RO); UPS PILOT ARM S.R.L. (RO)

Affiliation:

Project website: https://eramet.wixsite.com/eramet-ro/lascerhea

Abstract:

The scientific research project entitled "Composite material with new ceramic layer processed by laser techniques for corrosion and high temperature applications - LASCERHEA" is proposed by an interdisciplinary / complementary team from Romania: CO-Polytechnic University of Bucharest, Partner P1 - INFLPR and Partner P2-UPS Pilot, with highly experienced personnel and modern laboratories for obtaining and characterizing metallic materials (CO), unique laser processing facilities and equipment for microstructural characterization (P1) and experience in computer modeling and simulation (P2). The project is addressed to the field of Eco-Nano Technologies and Advanced Materials, for obtaining new ceramic composite materials processed by laser techniques for 5G industry. The main objective of the project is to offer on the industrial market new functional composite materials based on ceramic layers, to be used in high temperature and corrosion conditions. The metal substrate will be the AlCrFeMnMoNiTaW alloy, which will contain at least 5 different chemical elements, with equimolar atomic participation. For the generation, structuring, and homogenization of the ceramic layer, methods of laser coating and laser thermal treatments will be applied, using powder type additive material (alpha alumina and tungsten carbide) and chemical active solutions. The samples will be subjected to laboratory investigations (microstructure, micro-hardness, adhesion, resistance to corrosion, tension and bending, conductivity and thermal expansion). The alumina layer will also be deposited by the Pulsed Laser Deposition technique on different substrates, as a reference sample for high structural and morphological properties. The proposed method allows obtaining thin films of Al2O3 with different functional properties. To optimize the laser processing parameters, a simulation program will be developed to reduce the number of experiments.

Center of Mass Mechatronic Control System for Persons with gait disability Call name: P 2 - SP 2.1 - Proiect de transfer la operatorul economic
PN-III-P2-2.1-PTE-2019-0079 2020 - 2022

Role in this project:

Coordinating institution: TEHNOMET SA

Project partners: TEHNOMET SA (RO); UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI (RO); UNIVERSITATEA DE MEDICINA SI FARMACIE "CAROL DAVILA" (RO)

Affiliation: UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI (RO)

Project website: http://www.tehnometbz.ro/proiecte

Abstract:

The project envisions the creation and transfer of an innovative mechatronic system CoMControl and the related technology designed to solve complex situations in the rehabilitation process, to the economic partner TEHNOMET in order to increase its competitiveness.

Project’s main general objectives are: 1. Development, manufacturing, experimental testing and validation (Proof-of-concept) of the CoMControl prototype, by upgrading at TRL6 of an existing TRL4 mechatronic system; 2. UPB and UMFCD medical rehabilitation research expertise interconnecting with the necessities of the medical rehabilitation systems industrial manufacturer TEHNOMET; 3. Cooperation development between UPB, UMFCD (on one side) and TEHNOMET (on the other side) as a direct answer to the market necessities and national and international challenges; thus it will be realised an efficient knowledge transfer to the market; 4. Entrepreneurship qualities acquirement and development of the UPB and UMFCD researchers by direct contact with the market demands; 5. TEHNOMET innovation capabilities upgrade by creating an innovative product with large marketing potential.

The economic partner is a large enterprise equipped with cutting edge technology but it cannot financially support a new R&D technologies sector that would allow to sustain the rhythm imposed by competition and the increasing exigency requirements of the commodity market. The project envisages how to achieve the interconnection between existing expertise in universities and leading technology of the economic agent as to develop, improve and optimize it in order to produce new, competitive products.

This highly scientific level of technology transfer is achieved from UPB (technological engineering expertise) and from UMFCD (medical expertise) towards TEHNOMET that possesses superior technical endowment.

OBTAINING AND EXPERTISE OF NEW BIOCOMPATIBLE MATERIALS FOR MEDICAL APPLICATIONS Call name: P 1 - SP 1.2 - Proiecte complexe realizate in consorții CDI
PN-III-P1-1.2-PCCDI-2017-0239 2018 - 2021

Role in this project:

Coordinating institution: UNIVERSITATEA TEHNICĂ "GHEORGHE ASACHI" IAŞI

Project partners: UNIVERSITATEA TEHNICĂ "GHEORGHE ASACHI" IAŞI (RO); UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI (RO); UNIVERSITATEA DE MEDICINA SI FARMACIE "GRIGORE T. POPA" DIN IAŞI (RO); UNIVERSITATEA PENTRU STIINŢELE VIEŢII "ION IONESCU DE LA BRAD" DIN IAŞI (RO); UNIVERSITATEA "ALEXANDRU IOAN CUZA" IASI (RO); UNIVERSITATEA "DUNAREA DE JOS" (RO); UNIVERSITATEA DE MEDICINA, FARMACIE, STIINTE SI TEHNOLOGIE ”GEORGE EMIL PALADE” DIN TARGU MURES (RO); INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE-DEZVOLTARE PENTRU OPTOELECTRONICA INOE 2000 INCD (RO); INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE-DEZVOLTARE PENTRU FIZICA TEHNICA-IFT IASI (RO); INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE-DEZVOLTARE PENTRU INGINERIE ELECTRICA ICPE - CA BUCURESTI (RO)

Affiliation: UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI (RO)

Project website: http://www.medicalmetmat.tuiasi.ro/

Abstract:

The Complex Project "OBTAINING AND EXPERTISE OF NEW BIOCOMPATIBLE MATERIALS FOR MEDICAL APPLICATIONS" - MedicalMetMat, is proposed by a consortium of 10 partners, coordinated by Technical Univ."Gh. Asachi" of Iasi. It is a complementary and interdisciplinary scientific consortium of specialists from 2 technical universities (TUIASI and UPBucharest), 2 medicine universities (UMF Iasi, UMF Tg Mures), a veterinary medicine university (USAMV Iaşi), UAIC Iasi and UDJG Galati universities and as well 3 R&D institutes with possibilities for economic recovery (IFT Iasi, INOE Magurele and ICPE-CA). The consortium proposes the realization of 5 research projects, 4 focusing on the production and expertise of metallic biomaterials for various medical applications (biodegradable materials for orthopedics-Pr1-ORTOMAG, biomaterials for medical prosthesis-Pr2-BioTIT, biomaterials for dental applications-Pr3-BIODENTRUT and biocompatible alloys with high entropy for medical applications-Pr4-HEAMED). These projects provided production stages, structural/physico-chemical/mechanical analyses performed by specialists from technical universities and research institutes; In vitro cell viability tests, conducted by specialists from the medicine universities and in vivo determinations (veterinary specialists) by osseointegration study and the resorption rate by animal experimental model, which will conduct to the expertise and approval of these metallic materials for the manufacturing of medical applications. Project Pr5-SOLION presents methods for increasing biocompatibility for the obtained biomaterials in the previous 4 projects, through specific coatings and aerosols systems.

Results dissemination of the Complex Project is aimed to patenting and recommending for the approval of optimal compositions, for implementation in the economic/medical environment and preparation of technology transfer to producers and beneficiaries in the field of production and distribution of medical devices.

INDIVIDUAL AND COLLECTIVE PROTECTION SYSTEMS FOR THE MILITARY FIELD BASED ON HIGH ENTROPY ALLOYS Call name: P 1 - SP 1.2 - Proiecte complexe realizate in consorții CDI
PN-III-P1-1.2-PCCDI-2017-0875 2018 - 2021

Role in this project:

Coordinating institution: INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE - DEZVOLTARE PENTRU METALE NEFEROASE SI RARE - IMNR

Project partners: INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE - DEZVOLTARE PENTRU METALE NEFEROASE SI RARE - IMNR (RO); UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI (RO); Academia Tehnica Militara (RO); UNIVERSITATEA "DUNAREA DE JOS" (RO); UNIVERSITATEA DIN CRAIOVA (RO)

Affiliation: UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI (RO)

Project website: http://www.imnr.ro/heaprotect/

Abstract:

The HEAPROTECT project aims to increase the research and technology transfer performance of R & D organisations in the field of obtaining of performing equipment from new and advanced materials, for the protection of military systems. The project addresses a key national security issue: modern and performing infrastructure. The consortium of the project consists of 4 universities (UPB, ATM, UDJG and UCV) and a research institute (IMNR) with high rebound potential. The agenda comprises four sub-projects. Project 1 aims to develop high explosion-proof protection systems for fuel tanks, based on light high entropy alloys. Project 2 aims to develop collective protection systems based on high entropy alloys from the AlCrFeMnNi system, microalloyed with Ti, Zr, Hf, Y. Project 3 aims to develop modern technologies for non-demountable assembly of components of individual or collective protection systems based on high entropy alloys. Project 4 aims to achieve high kinetic energy penetrators based on high entropy alloys, from high density chemical elements.

Each project involves complex and multidisciplinary research activities and benefits from the significant contribution of human expertise and infrastructure on specific areas: the elaboration and processing of high entropy alloys (IMNR, UPB), material weldability (UPB, UDJG), military systems ) And complex systems construction (UCV).

The main results of the project are: a. Innovative technologies for obtaining fuel tank protection systems, collective protection structures, non-removable assemblies and high energy penetrators; B. Special and unique tests. C. Patent applications d. Articles in ISI rated journals, conferences, workshops. New jobs in R & D sector

HIGH-PERFORMANCE TANDEM HETEROJUNCTION SOLAR CELLS FOR SPECIFIC APPLICATIONS Call name: P 3 - SP 3.2 - Proiecte ERA.NET
M-ERA.NET-SOLHET-34 2016 - 2019

Role in this project:

Coordinating institution: UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI

Project partners: UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI (RO)

Affiliation: UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI (RO)

Project website: http://solhet.eu/

Abstract:

The SOLHET project aims at increasing the conversion efficiency of Si solar cells beyond their traditional limitations by developing high-performance Si-based tandem heterojunction solar cells (STHSC) using low-cost, abundant, and non-toxic oxide materials. STHSCs can have a huge impact on the PV field with economic and environmental benefits. The SOLHET project objectives include: A) Research on materials for STHSC focused on low cost thin film metal oxides that have tunable properties targeting i) efficient absorber layers and ii) highly conductive and chemically stable transparent layers. B) Develop modelling and simulation tools for design optimization of STHSC. C) Fabrication of STHSC with conversion efficiency above 30%. D) Demonstration and promotion of high-performance PV module (PVM) made from STHSC. E) Patenting the innovative results of PVMs at European / national level. F) Innovation excellence of the academic and research institutions from Norway and Romania.

Porous and nanostructured magnesium biodegradable alloy implants, with bioactive nanocoatings, controlled degradation and improved osseointegration Call name: P 3 - SP 3.2 - Proiecte ERA.NET
ERANET-MANUNET II -BioImplantMag 2017 - 2019

Role in this project: Key expert

Coordinating institution: UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI

Project partners: UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI (RO); R&D CONSULTANTA SI SERVICII S.R.L. (RO); UNIVERSITATEA BUCURESTI (RO); INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE- DEZVOLTARE PENTRU MICROTEHNOLOGIE - IMT BUCURESTI INCD (RO)

Affiliation: UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI (RO)

Project website: http://www.mdef.pub.ro/research/BioImplantMag/ro/index.html

Abstract:

The project provides an improved solution, with societal impact, by developing temporary implants of metallic materials based on magnesium alloys that eliminate the costs of surgical re-interventions required to remove the "classic" temporarily implants with advantages for the comfort of the patient and for health costs. For achieving project goals, scientific activities will be effectuated concerning the following: design of the alloy composition; alloy synthesis by melting in furnace; study of the alloy deformability; thermo-mechanical alloy processing by extrusion and by SPD; complex characterization of the as-cast and mechanical processed alloy; in-vitro advanced characterization by electrochemical studies and hydrogen evolution tests and by biological response analysis; implants design and execution. It will be demonstrated the applicability of the research results and will be validated the technologies obtained through manufacture and characterization of a lot test implants.

Spastic Forearm Positioning Device for Botulinum Injection after Stroke Call name: P 2 - SP 2.1 - Cecuri de inovare
PN-III-P2-2.1-CI-2018-1174 2018 - 2018

Role in this project:

Coordinating institution: CORNER PROD S.R.L.

Project partners: CORNER PROD S.R.L. (RO); UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI (RO)

Affiliation: UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI (RO)

Project website: http://www.omtr.pub.ro/cesit/contracte.htm

Abstract:

The project proposal aims to develop a device for positioning the spastic forearm in order to facilitate precise botulinum injection in the spastic muscle in persons after stroke. The actual disadvantages of the botulinum injection treatment are: difficulty in positioning the spastic forearm and thus lack of precision in targeting the spastic forearm muscle; the difficulty for only one therapist to handle both the syringe and the ultrasound probe etc.

The project refers to a device for steady forearm positioning in order to facilitate precise botulinum injection in the spastic muscle.

The project’s innovative character consists of:

1. Botulinum injection in the forearm that has: steady support of the elbow; wrist vertical support; gripping handle for hand support;

2. Horizontal adjustment (Ox axis) of the forearm support;

3. Vertical adjustment (Oz axis) of the elbow;

4. Vertical blocking system;

5. Forearm rotation from 0 to 180 degrees (using the gripping handle rotation);

6. Gripping handle blocking system.

The project ends with a technical design (TD) and an experimental model (EM) achievement. TD and EM will be delivered to the Beneficiary.

During the projects life a patent request will be written and submitted to State Office for Inventions and Trademarks (OSIM).

The project’s consortium consists of SC CORNERPROD SRL (Beneficiary) and University Politehnica from Bucharest (Service Supplier).

Corrosion resistant X10 NiCrAlTi 32 20 refractory alloy Call name: P 2 - SP 2.1 - Proiect de transfer la operatorul economic
PN-III-P2-2.1-PTE-2016-0150 2016 - 2018

Role in this project:

Coordinating institution: INTREPRINDEREA METALURGICA PENTRU AERONAUTICA METAV SA

Project partners: INTREPRINDEREA METALURGICA PENTRU AERONAUTICA METAV SA (RO); UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI (RO)

Affiliation: UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI (RO)

Project website: http://www.ima-metav.ro/noncoro.php

Abstract:

The "Corrosion resistant X10 NiCrAlTi 32 20 refractory alloy" project, proposed by an inter-disciplinary team composed of Coordinator IMA SC METAV (SMEs) and P1 - UPB (CD), aims to achieve a new steel brand of refractory austenitic alloys grade, X10NiCrAlTi 32-20, with high corrosion resistance and high temperatures resistance, similar with high alloyed nickel alloys (INCOLOY 800).

The new alloy is intended for semi-products, components or spare parts execution with high resistance at high temperatures and corrosion in areas such as chemical, gas and petrochemical, aeronautics, food and pharmaceutical industries.

The development of the elaboration-casting technology for this high alloyed alloy with 32% Cr and 20% Ni stabilised with titanium, will bring economic benefits and prestige for the applicant (IMA METAV), one of the few special alloy casting parts producer in Romania, with a necessary production infrastructure (VIM + VAR).

Since the alloy machining main problem is the microstructural stability loss by hot-cracking, the project foresees original elements for the microstructural consolidation, respectively Ti, Al and lanthanides (Ce) microalloying for granulation finishing and chromium carbides precipitation constraint, which determine the alloy brittleness at elevated temperatures.To avoid additional hardening and to keep the metal matrix stiffness, the cumulated microalloying elements will be up to 0.8% (Al+Ti+Ce).

The ownership right distribution on the results will be established and agree between partners in the collaboration agreement, at the project start-up. The obtained scientific and technical results through the project deployment will be disseminated on a large scale by participating at scientific and technical manifestations, publications and web page.

HIGH PURITY BIO-COMPATIBLE LIGHT ALLOYS OBTAINING EQUIPMENT BY LEVITATION IN INERT ATMOSPHERE Call name: P 2 - SP 2.1 - Proiect de transfer la operatorul economic
PN-III-P2-2.1-PTE-2016-0115 2016 - 2018

Role in this project:

Coordinating institution: AAGES S.A.

Project partners: AAGES S.A. (RO); UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI (RO); UNIVERSITATEA DE MEDICINA, FARMACIE, STIINTE SI TEHNOLOGIE DIN TARGU MURES (RO)

Affiliation: UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI (RO)

Project website: http://biolev.aages.ro/

Abstract:

The research project entitled „INSTALLATION FOR OBTAINING BY LEVITATING OF LIGHT AND HIGH PURITY BIOCOMPATIBLE ALLOYS - BIOLEV is proposed by an inter-disciplinary team composed of Coordinator - SC AAGES SRL Tg. Mures, P1 - Politehnica University of Bucharest and P2 - University of Medicine and Pharmacy Tg. Mures, which aims to achieve a flexible equipment for melting and soaking in the field of inductive energy, light and high purity bio-compatible alloys.

Modern technology proposed by the project, which provides the conditions for obtaining metal alloys listed above, contains levitation melting furnace in an enclosure with controlled atmosphere (gas pressure, vacuum) and inert medium (argon). Thus, the levitation melting furnace which is the subject of the current project can melt approx. 2 cm3 of alloy (density below 5 g / cm3), with the average power of maximum frequency of 15 kW, with no limit for high temperature, with the possibility of melting in argon and casting directly in moulds, in the same environment as the melted alloy.

Demonstration of the functionality and transfer of the results to the applicant will be achieved in the final stage of the project, with the participation of all partners. Distribution of ownership results will determine and agree into the collaboration agreement between partners at the begining of the project. Will be published at least 3 scientific research papers on obtaining new materials, characterization and testing under specific conditions (average biological and chemical), in national and international journals ISI quoted with impact factor above 0.5, will be present a paper at the 24th Foundry National Conference, sponsored by the professional organization ATTR, and the coordinator will organize a workshop with invited partners and external customers.

Harmonic Mechanical Vibrations Mechatronic System for Muscle Force and Resistance Improving and Bone Mineral Density Increasing Effect Call name: P 2 - SP 2.1 - Transfer de cunoaștere la agentul economic „Bridge Grant”
PN-III-P2-2.1-BG-2016-0022 2016 - 2018

Role in this project:

Coordinating institution: UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI

Project partners: UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI (RO); UNIVERSITATEA DE MEDICINA SI FARMACIE "CAROL DAVILA" (RO); TEHNOMET SA (RO)

Affiliation: UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI (RO)

Project website: http://www.omtr.pub.ro/cesit/contracte.htm

Abstract:

The project envisions the creation and transfer of an innovative mechatronic system B&M-Vibe and the related technology designed to solve complex situations in the rehabilitation process, to the economic partner TEHNOMET in order to increase its competitiveness.

B&M-Vibe stimulates the neuronal and myogenic mechanisms for muscular strength increase as well as mineral bone density increase and is recommended for osteoporosis, decondition syndrome and muscular and skeleton disabilities

The economic partner is a large enterprise equipped with cutting edge technology but it cannot financially support a new R&D technologies sector that would allow to sustain the rhythm imposed by competition and the increasing exigency requirements of the commodity market. The project envisages how to achieve the interconnection between existing expertise in universities and leading technology of the economic agent as to develop, improve and optimize it in order to produce new, competitive products.

This highly scientific level of technology transfer is achieved from UPB (technological engineering expertise) and from UMFCD (medical expertise) towards TEHNOMET that possess superior technical endowment.

Other results of the project: improvement of master and doctoral students training; efficient transfer of scientific know-how to the market; entrepreneurial skills acquiring and development of PUB and UMFCD researchers; development of a research result validation methodology at the economic agent; increasing the market recognition of all partners through dissemination and patenting of the technical solutions; increasing the economic performance of the industrial partner by broadening the products and technologies’ portfolio; increase the turnover of TEHNOMET through priority induction on the market of an improved product with new, superior qualities and at competitive price; ease of the recovery therapy, by applying a non-invasive, clean and innovative method.

ADVANCED METALLIC MATERIALS FOR 4R NEW GENERATION NUCLEAR POWER PLANT Call name: Joint Applied Research Projects - PCCA 2013 - call
PN-II-PT-PCCA-2013-4-0220 2014 - 2017

Role in this project: Key expert

Coordinating institution: UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI

Project partners: UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI (RO); OPTOELECTRONICA - 2001 S.A. (RO); INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE - DEZVOLTARE PENTRU FIZICA SI INGINERIE NUCLEARA " HORIA HULUBEI " - IFIN - HH (RO); UPS PILOT ARM S.R.L. (RO); METAV - CERCETARE DEZVOLTARE S.R.L. (RO)

Affiliation: UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI (RO)

Project website: http://www.nuclearmat2014.webnode.ro

Abstract:

The scientific research project ADVANCED METALLIC MATERIALS FOR 4R NEW GENERATION NUCLEAR POWER PLANT – NUCLEARMAT is proposed by a complementary and interdisciplinary scientific consortium consisting in specialists from UNIVERSITY POLITEHNICA of BUCHAREST, S.C. OPTOLELECTRONICA 2001 SRL, IFIN – HH, SC UPS PILOT ARM SRL and SC METAV – CD Bucharest. The project proposes the obtainment of a wide range of FeCrAl class alloys with corrosion and erosion resistance in oxidizing liquid metal environment, at high-temperature and high field penetrating and ionizing gamma radiation. These metallic materials have to be suitable for use in 4R generation nuclear reactors cooled with liquid metals (lead, or mixtures of liquid metal, lead-bismuth). Metallic alloys for 4R generation nuclear power plants must meet the following basic requirements: to be resistant to oxidation at high temperatures; to provide corrosion resistance and erosion in liquid metal environments; to be able to form a self-generated continuous protective oxide layer, with high adhesion, on alloy surface.

Research consortium proposes a wide class of FeCrAl alloys micro-alloyed with yttrium and/or zirconium and/or titanium, which will be obtained in a vacuum arc remelting (VAR) installation or in a vacuum induction furnace (VIF). The chemical composition of alloys will be:

Al = 4-10%, Cr = 12-18%, (Y, Zr, Ti) = 1-3% and Fe - balance. To homogenize and refine the oxide layer formed on the surface of metal alloys shall be designed and applied laser surface treatments. To test these FeCrAl alloys will be designed and produced an original experimental stand (experimental model), allowing temperature variation between 400 ... 600 OC. The obtained samples will be immersed in liquid metal environments and intense gamma radiation field (high energy gamma rays (mean energy 1.125 MeV) radiated by Co-60 sealed radioactive sources) at CNCAN authorized laboratories for work with radioactive sources. FeCrAl alloys samples will be irradiated under high temperature both immersed in liquid metal (molten lead) and in air to study the effect of high doses of gamma radiation on the microstructure of the samples. Before and after testing, samples will be subject to laboratory investigations to analyze the behavior of the oxide layer after operation in such environments.

The main objectives and outcomes of the project are:

• Obtaining, testing and laser surface treatment of new alloys for 4R generation nuclear power plants;

• Preparation of technical specifications for new nuclear plants dedicated materials (limits on the use of new materials, application areas, mechanical properties, physical and chemical properties of materials) in order to patent the original solutions;

• Establishing the opportunities to participate in international projects based on the experience gained through the project;

• Mathematical modeling of laser-metal energy transfer and simulation of laser irradiation;

• Development of new technologies for laser irradiation with auto-generation of layers;

• Design and implementation of an experimental model (experimental stand) for tests in liquid metal corrosive and erosive environments at high temperatures;

• Behavior testing (changes of surface structural properties) of FeCrAl alloys in liquid metal environments and in the presence of intense gamma radiation field (generated by radioactive sources of high activity Co-60);

• Protection of Intellectual Property Rights project results (patents);

• Widespread dissemination of scientific research results developed within the project (articles, conferences, round tables etc.).

3-D Mechatronic Reality System for Rehabilitation Learning in Real and Virtual Integrated Environments Call name: Joint Applied Research Projects - PCCA-2011 call, Type 2
PN-II-PT-PCCA-2011-3.2-0053 2012 - 2016

Role in this project: Key expert

Coordinating institution: UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI

Project partners: UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI (RO); SPITATUL UNIVERSITAR DE URGENTA ELIAS (RO); TEHNOMET SA (RO); CORNER PROD S.R.L. (RO); SOCIETATEA DE INGINERIE SISTEME * SIS S.A. (RO)

Affiliation: UNIVERSITATEA POLITEHNICA DIN BUCURESTI (RO)

Project website: http://www.omtr.pub.ro/cesit/granturi/RELIVE/index.html

Abstract:

The project develops a 3-D mechatronic system for human locomotion rehabilitation and will be used for patients with disabilities due to neuro-motor impairments, promoting the usage of a world-wide premiere 3-D mechatronic system. Actual systems are developed on 2-D platforms.

RELIVE project is marketable due to the use of commercially available equipment.

The project aims to achieve, in partnership, a controlled habitat (CH), similar to the indoor and outdoor environment. Its purpose consists in the recovery of neuro-motor functions for patients with neurological conditions, in similar conditions as the environmental 3-D ones. Recovery is based on the patient’s active motion (walking and other activities) on three directions: straight, curve, stairs, ramps, with direction and sense change.

The controlled habitat (CH) consists in a mechatronic complex system (MCS) that monitors and commands patient’s movement. MCS operates in a treatment space endowed with several simulation sub-systems. Inside CH there are various real objects and devices, to ensure a comprehensive simulation of real, expected or unexpected conditions. This therapeutically approach presents the advantages: precision in evaluating patient’s functional parameters, ability to develop a sustained long term activity, stimulation of attentiveness and impulse for functional recovery of impaired people, through controlled habitat stimulus and permanent evolution feedback, accumulation of information for medical rehabilitation research, option for long distance monitoring, kinetic exercises impossible to be performed with a therapist.

The innovative technological solutions combine systems of sensorial motion data acquisition, mechatronic and mechanical flexible devices with virtual reality. Achieving an audio-visual, somato-sensory and neuro-propioceptive feedback, we aim to obtain neurological injured patient’s functional improvement, socio-familial and professional reinsertion and life quality increase.

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