Optimised Bonded Interfaces Utilising Nano and Micro-Structured Surfaces
Lead Research Organisation:
University of Glasgow
Department Name: School of Engineering
Abstract
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Studentship Projects
| Project Reference | Relationship | Related To | Start | End | Student Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EP/N509668/1 | 30/09/2016 | 29/09/2021 | |||
| 1944375 | Studentship | EP/N509668/1 | 03/09/2017 | 07/09/2021 | Alexander Hamilton |
| Description | The project has illustrated that through the use of microfabrication processing in tandem with injection moulding micro-structured surfaces can be fabricated in polycarbonate for adhesive bonding testing. Results illustrate that the mechanical strength and work-to-failure of structured joints can be increased by as much as 98.5% and 161.8% relative to planar roughened joints. In-situ testing has revealed significant feature bending occurs within the bond-line leading to strength imparted from the polycarbonate bulk component as well as increasing energy dissipation within the joint. Two publications detailing the mechanical test results and the fabrication process will be submitted shortly, |
| Exploitation Route | Using the experimental results as a guide, finite element modelling of the tests will be conducted as well as optimisation to discover the optimal feature geometries to maximise strength and toughness. |
| Sectors | Aerospace Defence and Marine Construction Manufacturing including Industrial Biotechology Pharmaceuticals and Medical Biotechnology Transport |