Linkage Projects - Grant ID: LP0561156

Funding Activity

Website
http://dataportal.arc.gov.au/NCGP/Web/Grant/Grant/LP0561156

Funding Status
Closed

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Funded Activity Summary

Improving Tribological Performance Through The Control of Surface Microstructure Using Plasma Based Surface Engineering Technologies. This project aims to improve the tribological performance of a new type of rotary valving system required to operate under marginal boundary lubrication conditions. The intention is to develop innovative plasma based methods of generating inherently low friction modified surfaces through the control of microstructure. The latter will be analysed using focused ion beam milling. The performance of modified surfaces will be assessed in simulated friction and wear tests. Success could lead to more widespread adoption of the technology within the automotive industry with benefits for more efficient use of energy and cleaner exhaust emissions.

Funded Activity Details

Start Date: 01-01-2005

End Date: 31-12-2007

Funding Scheme: Linkage Projects

Funding Amount: $144,888.00

Funder: Australian Research Council

Research Topics

ANZSRC Field of Research (FoR)

Materials Engineering Not Elsewhere Classified | Physical Metallurgy | Polymers | Materials Engineering

ANZSRC Socio-Economic Objective (SEO)

Metals (composites, coatings, bonding, etc.) | Automotive equipment |

Other Keywords

Automotive equipment | Materials Engineering | Materials Engineering Not Elsewhere Classified | Metals (composites, coatings, bonding, etc.) | Physical Metallurgy | Polymers

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