Quantitative Atom Probe Tomography for Nanostructural Analysis of Materials. The ultimate in microscopy would involve the ability to image and chemically identify every atom or molecule in a specimen. This project involves the development of reconstruction and analysis methodologies for more accurately determining relative atomic positions in atom probe tomography. We will develop a comprehensive, platform-independent approach to enable quantitative atom probe tomography for the Australian resea ....Quantitative Atom Probe Tomography for Nanostructural Analysis of Materials. The ultimate in microscopy would involve the ability to image and chemically identify every atom or molecule in a specimen. This project involves the development of reconstruction and analysis methodologies for more accurately determining relative atomic positions in atom probe tomography. We will develop a comprehensive, platform-independent approach to enable quantitative atom probe tomography for the Australian research community. This development will be used to address current questions on the influence of the chemistry, crystallography, type and dispersion of sub-critical atomic clusters and supra-critical nanoscale precipitates on the strengthening mechanisms in light alloys used for structural applications in transport.Read moreRead less
High Resolution Imaging and Analysis of Embedded Interfaces and Interface Phase Transitions in Interface-Dominated Nanomaterials. Heterogeneous nanostructured materials and assemblies offer unique structure-property relationships, dominated by the internal interfaces they contain. This interdisciplinary research project will combine novel techniques based on high-resolution phase-retrieval x-ray diffraction and imaging, with complementary analytical electron microscopy and atom probe analysis, i ....High Resolution Imaging and Analysis of Embedded Interfaces and Interface Phase Transitions in Interface-Dominated Nanomaterials. Heterogeneous nanostructured materials and assemblies offer unique structure-property relationships, dominated by the internal interfaces they contain. This interdisciplinary research project will combine novel techniques based on high-resolution phase-retrieval x-ray diffraction and imaging, with complementary analytical electron microscopy and atom probe analysis, in a coordinated study of the structure and properties of embedded interfaces in strategic bi-crystals and nanostructures. It promises new techniques for the study of such defects, and a breakthrough in the understanding of the structural transitions that occur in embedded interfaces as a function of local changes in composition and temperature.Read moreRead less
Nanolayer Degradation Deposits on Cold Rolled Steel Strip: The Influence of Rolling Oil Emulsions in Sequential Oxidative and Reductive Environments. Cold rolled steel strip, produced by BHP Steel, is a precursor material for production of internationally recognised Australian products ZINCALUMER Steel and COLORBONDR Steel. Lubricating oils supplied by Quaker Chemical are used during the cold rolling process. When exposed to the direct fired annealing process, nanolayer surface residues can de ....Nanolayer Degradation Deposits on Cold Rolled Steel Strip: The Influence of Rolling Oil Emulsions in Sequential Oxidative and Reductive Environments. Cold rolled steel strip, produced by BHP Steel, is a precursor material for production of internationally recognised Australian products ZINCALUMER Steel and COLORBONDR Steel. Lubricating oils supplied by Quaker Chemical are used during the cold rolling process. When exposed to the direct fired annealing process, nanolayer surface residues can develop from rolling oil films and adversely affect subsequent steel surface wetting by the molten zinc alloy. This collaborative research project will investigate the fundamental nature of nanolayer residue formation, using advanced thermal and surface analysis techniques, with the aim of determining the factors influencing residue formation and reducing their impact.Read moreRead less
Interphase Engineering of Reactive Metal Surfaces Using Ionic Liquids. Corrosion is a multi-billion dollar problem for all developed countries which limits the use of a number of advanced, light weight alloys in applications ranging from aircraft components to artificial hip-joints. The outcomes of this project will be surface treatments which will enable a range of these applications including magnesium alloys in a wider range of engineering uses, magnesium for advanced metal batteries and coat ....Interphase Engineering of Reactive Metal Surfaces Using Ionic Liquids. Corrosion is a multi-billion dollar problem for all developed countries which limits the use of a number of advanced, light weight alloys in applications ranging from aircraft components to artificial hip-joints. The outcomes of this project will be surface treatments which will enable a range of these applications including magnesium alloys in a wider range of engineering uses, magnesium for advanced metal batteries and coatings for medical implant applications. Many of these applications will make a significant contribution to reducing our greenhouse gas emissions.Read moreRead less
Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment And Facilities - Grant ID: LE0989492
Funder
Australian Research Council
Funding Amount
$350,000.00
Summary
Dynamic Texture Measurement Facility. A texture goniometer is an advanced tool for texture characterisation of steels, light alloys, nanomaterials, superconductors and minerals. The ability to conduct dynamic texture measurements will significantly enhance the effectiveness of four material-based research institutes at the University of Wollongong and at Deakin University, as well as collaborative research with BlueScope Steel. The research is directly aligned to the National Research Priority o ....Dynamic Texture Measurement Facility. A texture goniometer is an advanced tool for texture characterisation of steels, light alloys, nanomaterials, superconductors and minerals. The ability to conduct dynamic texture measurements will significantly enhance the effectiveness of four material-based research institutes at the University of Wollongong and at Deakin University, as well as collaborative research with BlueScope Steel. The research is directly aligned to the National Research Priority of Frontier Technologies for Building and Transforming Australian Industry. The equipment will provide a valuable resource for industries in the Illawarra region of NSW and in regional South-West Victoria.Read moreRead less
Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment And Facilities - Grant ID: LE0237478
Funder
Australian Research Council
Funding Amount
$580,000.00
Summary
A 200 keV Analytical Transmission Electron Microscope. Analytical transmission electron microscopy is one of the most powerful techniques available for investigating and characterising the fine structures, compositions and crystallographic features of geological, biological and engineering materials. It is an essential tool in the arsenal of characterisation equipment for any organisation involved in high quality research and development of materials. The Illawarra region of NSW currently lacks ....A 200 keV Analytical Transmission Electron Microscope. Analytical transmission electron microscopy is one of the most powerful techniques available for investigating and characterising the fine structures, compositions and crystallographic features of geological, biological and engineering materials. It is an essential tool in the arsenal of characterisation equipment for any organisation involved in high quality research and development of materials. The Illawarra region of NSW currently lacks a modern analytical transmission electron microscope to support a wide range of internationally competitive materials research. The aim of this application is to correct this deficiency.Read moreRead less
Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment And Facilities - Grant ID: LE0882613
Funder
Australian Research Council
Funding Amount
$600,000.00
Summary
An analytical field emission gun scanning electron microscope. An analytical field emission gun scanning electron microscope is an advanced tool for the characterisation of alloys, nanomaterials, superconductors and polymers. The instrument's advanced characterisation capabilities will significantly enhance the effectiveness of three material-based research institutes and an ARC Centre of Excellence at the University of Wollongong, as well as collaborative research with BlueScope Steel. The rese ....An analytical field emission gun scanning electron microscope. An analytical field emission gun scanning electron microscope is an advanced tool for the characterisation of alloys, nanomaterials, superconductors and polymers. The instrument's advanced characterisation capabilities will significantly enhance the effectiveness of three material-based research institutes and an ARC Centre of Excellence at the University of Wollongong, as well as collaborative research with BlueScope Steel. The research is directly aligned to the National Research Priority of Frontier Technologies for Building and Transforming Australian Industry. The equipment will provide a valuable resource for industries in the Illawarra region of NSW.Read moreRead less
Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment And Facilities - Grant ID: LE0453732
Funder
Australian Research Council
Funding Amount
$726,164.00
Summary
Interactive network for plasma and surface analysis. Plasma-based materials synthesis and surface modification methods have great value because they allow a wide range of ion energies and processing conditions to be achieved. Accurate in-situ measurement of the plasma conditions is crucial to the development of reliable new processes. This proposal will establish unique capabilities for carrying out diagnostic studies of plasma surface treatment technologies. The proposal will link Australia's m ....Interactive network for plasma and surface analysis. Plasma-based materials synthesis and surface modification methods have great value because they allow a wide range of ion energies and processing conditions to be achieved. Accurate in-situ measurement of the plasma conditions is crucial to the development of reliable new processes. This proposal will establish unique capabilities for carrying out diagnostic studies of plasma surface treatment technologies. The proposal will link Australia's most advanced plasma processing and diagnostic equipment located at the University of Sydney and the ANU to advanced materials and surface analysis facilities at La Trobe and RMIT Universities in Melbourne, using interactive e-science links and vacuum sample-transfer facilities.Read moreRead less
Spin dynamics in magnetic nanostructures by spin-polarized single- and two-electron spectroscopy. The technological and fundamental outcomes will underpin development of spin-polarized electron dynamics in magnetic nanostructures. Electron spin dynamics offers active control and manipulation of electron spin in ultrathin films as the basis of novel technology. Potential applications are high-speed filters, sensors, quantum transistors. The surface science-based industry will find applications f ....Spin dynamics in magnetic nanostructures by spin-polarized single- and two-electron spectroscopy. The technological and fundamental outcomes will underpin development of spin-polarized electron dynamics in magnetic nanostructures. Electron spin dynamics offers active control and manipulation of electron spin in ultrathin films as the basis of novel technology. Potential applications are high-speed filters, sensors, quantum transistors. The surface science-based industry will find applications for manufacturing and control in nanotechnology. This project contributes to postgraduate and postdoctoral research and training to encourage excellence, with depth of knowledge in interdisciplinary research, a scientific environment providing access to research not otherwise in Australia, and experience in construction of scientific instruments.Read moreRead less