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Optimal Control of Energy Extraction in Large-eddy Simulation of Wind Farms KU Leuven Abstract: No English Abstract Organisations: • Applied Mechanics and Energy Conversion
Researchers: • Johan Meyers • Jay Goit
Optimal Control in Renewable Energy Generators with Strong Variable Input Power Ghent University Abstract: Modern renewable energy generators have to deal with a strong irregular power input making it difficult for the controller to obtain a maximum power output. This project will study an enhanced controller for the electrical drive that takes into account the input power variation and the dynamic behavior of the generator on these variations. Organisations: • Departement of Electrical energy, systems and automation
Researchers: • Lieven Vandevelde
Optimal Control in Computational Geometry KU Leuven Abstract: ? Organisations: • ESAT - STADIUS, Stadius Centre for Dynam
Researchers: • Moritz Diehl • Hong Trang Le
Optimal buildings towards intelligent energy networks. KU Leuven Abstract: As a current recast of the EU-legislation 2002/91/EG obliges to build nearly zero-energy buildings by 2020, an increased implementation of distributed sources of renewable energy and an intelligent energy network becomes a condicio sine qua non. The doctoral research focuses on the required transdisciplinary focus of building energy conservation at districtlevel.Three goals are set. The first objective treats a bottom-up local energy service (BLUES) model describing the building service demandat both the scale of a building zone, a single building and a building district determined by the mesoscales diversity in population and typology. The BLUES model aims to bridge urban planning and development on theone hand, and thermal and electric district engineering on the other hand having building physics in-between. The implementation of the model will together with complementary parallel research at other departmentsdealing with both thermal and electrical energy - result in an integrate Organisations: • Department of Civil Engineering
Researchers: • Dirk Saelens • Ruben Baetens
Optimaal ontwerp van vakwerkschalen. KU Leuven Abstract: No English Abstract Organisations: • Architectural Engineering
Researchers: • Geert Lombaert • Mattias Schevenels
Optimaal geometrisch en kinematisch ontwerp van ontplooibare schaar- en plaatstructuren voor architecturale toepassingen Vrije Universiteit Brussel Abstract: Deployable scissor structures can transform between a very compact fully folded state and an expanded state in which they exercise their function. This attribute makes them ideal as lightweight, mobile and temporary structures, for which reusability, compact transportation and a fast deployment and removal are key. They're also fit for adding dynamic parts to static constructions. Possible applications include emergency shelters, temporary structures for (travelling) events or exhibitions, transformable roofs and canopies, adaptable façades, etc. Scissor structures consist of a linkage of scissor elements which are formed by two bars interconnected by a pivot hinge. Depending on the proportions and shape of these bars, it is possible to distinguish three basic types: translational, polar and angulated scissor elements [1]. Many geometrical models for scissor structures have been proposed throughout the years, yet most of them are based on shapes with rather simple curvature, like a sphere or a cylinder. In a search for new shapes, research was conducted to unravel the mathematical principles behind angulated scissor structures, which still held a large unrevealed potential for innovative geometries [2]. What started as a study on Hoberman's deployable helicoid [3], resulted in a theory which allows to convert an arbitrary continuous surface into an angulated scissor structure. Thus a world of new possibilities was opened. The theory was tested on various surfaces and families of surfaces. The surfaces of revolution and the moulding surfaces showed particularly good qualities as a base geometry and added the possibility to apply this theory in a generic manner (figure 1). This paper reviews the theory on angulated elements, covering the different design steps required to create a scissor structure based on a certain surface, each time focusing on the underlying mathematical principles. These steps include the discretisation of the surface through the usage of principal curvature lines and the design of a theoretical line model of the scissor structure through a set of parametric equations. To highlight the good design choices within this broad range of new possibilities, the optimisation of the geometrical models and their kinematic behaviour are also discussed.
Organisations: • Architectural Engineering
Researchers: • Niels DE TEMMERMAN
Optical trapping and vibrational analysis of single molecules. KU Leuven Abstract: The aim of this FWO research project is the development of a technologythat enables to examine the chemical properties of single molecules. The study of (bio)molecules will be carried out by using surface enhanced Raman scattering (SERS), an optical technique which probes the vibrational states of molecules inside a hot spot, giving information about theirchemical composition. To achieve single molecule detection, optical tweezers will be applied to manipulate the molecules inside the hot spot with nanometer accuracy. The first objective of this project is to design,fabricate and characterize metallic nanostructures that can be used as SERS substrates. Focus will go to the development of elevated planar plasmonic structures with a high electric field enhancement factor. The second objective of this project involves SERS measurements on molecules manipulated by optical tweezers on the aforementioned plasmonic nanostructures. Binding molecules to micronsized beads will allow us to scan t Organisations: • Solid State Physics and Magnetism Sectio
Researchers: • Liesbet Lagae • Pieter Neutens
Optical switching in broadband communications: components and networks Vrije Universiteit Brussel Abstract: There is currently an increasing demand for higher capacity and flexibility in telecommunication networks. One of the key technologies of the future will be optical switching (in space, time and wavelength). This switching can be used inside a switching node or it can be used as an additional degree of freedom in the network multiplexing and routing strategy. The major goal of this project is to study the optimal use of optical techniques in broadband networks. This includes the development of optimal components and the design of optimal network configurations. Organisations: • Electronics and Informatics
Researchers: • ROGER VOUNCKX
Optical star networks for avionics applications - AVIOSTAR Ghent University Abstract: Abstract (max. 60 woorden): This project supports the development of transceivers for optical star networks to be used in avionics applications. In airplanes there is a growing need for optical networks as physical layer for safety critical communication as increasing Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) issues in airplanes require optical solutions to replace copper based wiring. Optical solutions are also cheaper, and lighter. Organisations: • Departement of Information technology
Researchers: • Johan Bauwelinck
Optical simulation, modeling and evaluation of 3D medical displays Ghent University Abstract: The aim is to build a simulation model able to predict, by means of ray-tracing, how images that are presented on a three-dimensional display are transferred to the retina of the human visual system and to develop a human visual system model to assess the perceived image quality and a numerical observer model to assess clinical performance. Organisations: • Departement of Electronics and information processing
Researchers: • Patrick De Visschere
Optical properties of nanostructured organic materials based on carbon nanotubes. University of Antwerp Abstract: The objectives of the study are: 1) To apply advanced optical techniques to the isolated CTN's in liquid and solid solution to get a better understanding of the electronic and optical properties of CNT's. 2) To develop a reliable characterization method using these optical techniques, for analyzing the composition of CNT materials. 3) To prepare composites of the individually dissolved CNT's with other molecules and polymers, and study the interactions occurring in these. Organisations: • Experimental condensed matter physics (ECM)
Researchers: • Etienne Goovaerts • Wim Wenseleers
Optical Networks : Towards Bandwidth Manageability and Cost Efficiency (acronym : e-Photon/ONe) Ghent University Abstract: The proposed Network of Excellence (NoE) aims at integrating and focusing the rich know-how available in Europe on optical communications and networks, both in universities and in research centres of major telecom manufacturers and perators. Optical Networks : Towards Bandwidth Manageability and Cost Efficiency (acronym : e-Photon/ONe). Organisations: • Departement of Information technology
Researchers: • Geert Morthier • Mario Pickavet
Optical networks: performance analysis, optimization and control by means of analytic modeling (FWO-postdoc Wouter Rogiest)
Ghent University Abstract: We study algorithms for flexible switching in optical packet-switched networks. By means of queueing models and analytic optimization techniques we evaluate the performance of existing algorithms. This characterization allows to propose modified algorithms, interacting flexibly with the instantaneous variations of traffic over the network. Organisations: • Departement of Telecommunications and information processing
Researchers: • Herwig Bruneel
Optical Networking and Node Architecture. University of Antwerp Abstract: The project goal is to contribute to the development of next generation transport networks using optical technologies. The focus will be on the networking aspects. It is envisaged that IP will be the convergence layer of future multimedia traffic, including the classical IP based data traffic and the classical telephony traffic. A clear understanding of optical circuit switched networks will be obtained. Major results will be obtained in the field op control architecture and routing strategies (for different network architectures). Resilience strategies will be developed and evaluated in great detail. A better understanding of optical packet switched networks will be obtained. Major emphasis will be on the node architectures. The partners are confident that it will be possible to analyse the specific queueing models necessary to evaluate the performance of optical packet switched networks by extending the techniques already developed in the past for other types of communication networks. Also a comparison between packet and circuit switched optical networks will be performed. A planning approach will be developed to support operators and vendors in strategic decisions concerning future network architectural options. Organisations: • Performance analysis of telecommunications systems (PATS) • Modeling Of Systems and Internet Communication (MOSAIC)
Researchers: • Christian Blondia
Optical measurement techniques for fluids and structures. Vrije Universiteit Brussel Abstract: Matching FWOAL501: Experimental and numerical study of the slamming wave impact on deformable composite structures. The aim of this project is the experimental and numerical study of wave impact on deformable composite structures. The objectives are threefold: Carrying out extensively instrumented slamming tests on deformable composite structures, including the monitoring of the resulting instantaneous deformations and the damage and stiffness degradation of the composite material, The numerical simulation of the dynamic pressures that act in the interface between the composite structure and the water volume, including the fluid structure interaction (FSI) (effect of the deformation of the composite structure on the instantaneous pressure distribution in the water and viceversa) and the effect of the local peak pressure on the local deformation (and possibly dammage) of the composite structure, the parametric study of the effct of the geometrical and mechanical properties of the composite structure (thickness, curvature, stiffness) on the local peak pressures and the slamming phenomenon. Organisations: • Applied Mechanics
Researchers: • STEVE VANLANDUIT
Optical interface for active nanophotonic components: theoretical and experimental study Ghent University Abstract: In the research project, coupling structures between optical fiber and nanophotonic components in bonded InP-membranes are being designed, fabricated and characterized. Important boundary conditions of these couplers are high efficiency and polarization independence through polarization diversity. These passive membrane structures will be integrated with active functionality. In a first approach, coupling structures will be integrated with wavelength monitors and photodetectors. Organisations: • Departement of Information technology
Researchers: • Roeland Baets • Dries Van Thourhout
Optical design of structured organic light-emitting diodes and other light-emitting components Ghent University Abstract: IWT/SB-lichting 2014 IWT/SB/Michiel Callens/131498 Optical design of structured organic light-emitting diodes and other light-emitting components Organisations: • Departement of Electronics and information processing
Researchers: • Kristiaan Neyts
Optical Charge Pumping Method for Amorphous Oxide Thin Film Transistors KU Leuven Abstract: Thin film transistors are used as pixel driving elements for active matrix displays (AM-LCD or AMOLED). Currently amorphous silicon is used asthe channel layer but it has many disadvantages like low mobility, high temperature processing and high photosensitivity. Low temperature deposition is needed for it to be integrated with the display screen. One alternative is to use low temperature Polysilicon TFTs as they have higher mobility. But the field of large area electronics requires good device uniformity and cost effective fabrication and poly Si TFT doesn#t have this benefits.
Amorphous oxide semiconductors are being investigated for this purpose as they show improved mobility over the existing a-si TFT. The other advantages are low temperature processing and optical transparency and steep subthreshold slope. Because of room temperature processing they are ideally suited for transparent and flexible electronics. The majority carriers are electrons due to the oxygen intersti Organisations: • ESAT - MICAS, Microelectronics and Senso
Researchers: • Paul Heremans • Guido Groeseneken • Ajay Sampath Bhoolokam
Optical characterizing of materialsurface by means of spectroscopic infra-red ellipsometric. Vrije Universiteit Brussel Abstract: Infrared spectroscopic ellipsometry is the latest development in the field of optical measurement systems. The new technique can be regarded as the direct extension of well-known FTIR-Reflection Absorption Spectroscopy (FTIR-RAS) and hence disposes of all the advantages of its predecessor, e.g. sensitivity and accuracy in the elucidation of the composition of organic and inorganic matter. Coupling SE with the infrared opens up completely new perspectives for the characterization of material surfaces. Indeed, ellipsometry measures the polarization change instead of only the intensity of the reflected light, and yields therefore quantities for both the amplitude and the phase change of the reflected light. The phase information is additional to FTIR-RAS and enables the accurate determination of e.g. film thicknesses or the localization of regions with different optical properties within a single coating. The major activities of the Dept. Metallurgy, Electrochemistry and Materials Science consist in the investigation of thin films on metal surfaces, e.g. anodic or chemical conversion films on aluminium, thin supraconductive films on substrates, and thin polymer films on metals. More specifically, the characterization of the film structure and the understanding of the mechanisms which yield a particular structure are envisaged. For more than five years now optical reflection techniques, i.e. spectroscopic ellipsometry around the visible spectrum (VIS-SE), FTIR-RAS and Raman spectroscopy, are used for these purposes. The aim of the current project is to use the new technique, IR-SE, for the same type of basic research. In particular it is expected that the new technique will resolve some previous restrictions. The major arguments for using IR-SE to investigate thin films on metal surfaces are : 1. the potential to characterize thicker films than with VIS-SE, owing to the extended penetration depth of the light; 2. the potential to characterize thinner films than with FTIR-RAS, owing to the additional phase information in a wide spectral interval; 3. long wavelenghts suffer less from scattering effects, hence IR-SE should enable the characterization of rougher surfaces compared to VIS-SE; 4. owing to the extra phase information, detected chemical species can be located within the film as a function of depth Owing to these new features, the application of optical techniques for the characterization of industrial material is envisaged, e.g. as-rolled or grained surfaces covered with protective coatings. However, the proposed technique can also be applied within very different applications. Indeed, for several years now spectroscopic ellipsometry is succesfully applied in microelectronics for the non destructive depth profiling of multilayer structures. Furthermore the technique is exceptionally suitable to characterize the optical properties of various materials. trefwoordeninfrarood, spectroscopische ellipsometrie, dunne lagen, karakterisering,niet destructief, optische eigenschappen, oppervlakteanalyse Organisations: • Metallurgy, Electrochemistry and Materials Science
Researchers: • JEAN VEREECKEN
Optical characterization of material surfaces with spectroscopic ellipsometry in the range from the visual to the far infrared spectrum Vrije Universiteit Brussel Abstract: This project aims at the non destructive characterization of the microscopic characteristics of modified metal surfaces, i.e. composition, structure and morphology, by optical means. Spectroscopic ellipsometry enables the accurate determination of the optical properties of the targeted surfaces. The ellipsometric data can be subsequently interpreted in terms of surface characteristics by means of advanced dataprocessing procedures. This methodology will be applied to characterize very thin films on metal surfaces, with a thickness ranged between about 1 and 100nm. Hence a variety of thin film systems, including passive films, chemical and electrochemical conversion films as sell as very thin polymer coatings, are covered.This type of investigations will be carried out using the widest spectral range available for spectroscopic ellipsometry. The use of SE in the infrared enables the elucidation of the molecular surface composition. SE from the near UV to the near IR, i.e. including the visual spectrum, is highly sensitive to the presence of very thin films and can also be used in situ for electrochemical studies. The practical use of these investigations are located in the field of applications like electrochemistry (e.g. corrosion), surface engineering and process control. Organisations: • Physical Chemistry and Polymer Science • Metallurgy, Electrochemistry and Materials Science • Applied Physics and Photonics
Researchers: • JEAN VEREECKEN • IRINA VERETENNICOFF • BRUNO VAN MELE
Optical Characterization and Modeling of Bulk Scattering and Luminescence KU Leuven Abstract: Fluorescent materials owe their typical color to the fact that they as opposed to non-fluorescent materials are able to absorb light and reemit it with a different color. These materials are therefore more easily noticed and are for this reason frequently used in safety vests and fluorescent markers.Next to this visual application, fluorescent materials are also used in lighting, displays, and solar applications, where the color spectrum can be adapted to improve to color characteristics or the efficiency of the applications. A good model describing the behavior of light in fluorescent materials is essential for the optimization of these applications.During the doctoral research a number of models and characterization techniques for fluorescent materials were studied. A method based on adding-doubling calculations was extended forfluorescent materials. This method has the advantage that it is very fast, however it imposes a number of geometrical restrictions. An alternative meth Organisations: • ESAT - ELECTA, Electrical Energy and Com
Researchers: • Geert Deconinck • Guy Durinck • Sven Leyre
Optical characterisation of stresscomponents in All-ceramic facings. Vrije Universiteit Brussel Abstract: At the onset of this study in 1996, the intended purpose was to enter into a form of collaboration (SMAF-TONA-STRU) to use the knowhow and the expertise in the field of photonic instrumentation (optical fibre sensors for stresses and strains -TONA/TW), stress analysis (finite components modelling) and experimental matrial characterisation (structure determination- STRU) to support the clinical research in the field of dentistry and stomatology (Stomatology Maxillo-Facial surgery SMAF). The aim of this project is to consolidate this work, by further investigation of the mechanisms at hand and by building a compact polarimetric optical sensor. The experimantal results will be confronted with the traditional measurements. This work can have a great importance to the development of new tooth cements. Organisations: • Applied Physics and Photonics
Researchers: • HUGO THIENPONT
Optical Burst Switched Networks for Massively Scalable consumer Grids Ghent University Abstract: Consumer grids allow end-users to execute (parts of) their applications on remote, network-connected systems. Inthis porject, several algorithms to support anycast routing will be developed, complemented by protocols for the dissemination and aggregation of resources' state information. A second topic is the dimensioning of such grid networks. The most important paramters are scalability, reliability, and the efficient usage of existing infrastructure. Organisations: • Departement of Information technology
Researchers: • Bart Dhoedt • Piet Demeester
Optical and electrical modeling of thin film solar cells Ghent University Abstract: Optical and electrical modeling of polycrystalline thin film solar cells, especially those based on Cu-In-Ga-S-Se absorber materials. Comparison with advanced electrical and optical measurements. Study of optical reflection, transmission, scattering, absorption, and of electrical behaviour (current-voltage, impedance, spectral response). In relation to cell structure and material parameters. Organisations: • Departement of Electronics and information processing
Researchers: • Marc Burgelman
Opstartfase voor infrastructuur voor conditiemonitoring en levensduurtesten, bedrijfs- en onderhoudsstrategieên voor offshore windparken. Vrije Universiteit Brussel Abstract: No English abstract Organisations: • Applied Mechanics
Researchers: • PATRICK GUILLAUME
Opportuniteiten en hindernissen bij het innovatief gebruik van de meergrijperweeftechnologie University College Ghent Abstract: Het project heeft tot doel een aanzet te geven tot reconversie van het enorme arsenaal aan meergrijpergetouwen die in Vlaanderen staan opgesteld en dat momenteel bijna uitsluitend wordt gebruikt voor de productie van interieurstoffen. Sinds enkele decennia bestaat de markt van driedimensionale textielstructuren (3D-textielstructuren), welke vooral is gericht op technische toepassingen. De snelst groeiende toepassing is momenteel deze van gebruik in composietmaterialen. De 3D-textielstructuren kunnen geproduceerd worden volgens verschillende technologieën. 3D-weefsels is één hiervan en volgens de recente literatuur groeit deze aan belang. Vanuit textieltechnologisch standpunt bekeken lijkt meergrijpertechnologie zoals toegepast in dubbelstukgetouwen de meest aangewezen technologie. Gezien het feit dat de sector van interieurtextiel momenteel een crisis doormaakt door tanende markten in Arabische landen en het voormalige Oostblok dringt enige technologische reconversie zich op. Dit project heeft als doel hiertoe een belangrijke aanzet te geven. Overschakeling van interieur naar technisch textiel vergt een vrij grote omscholing, niet alleen technologisch maar meer nog organisatorisch en naar bedrijfsmentaliteit toe. Dit project moet daar zeker toe bijdragen. In de gebruikersgroep wordt een amalgaam gevormd van zowel dubbelstukwevers als bedrijven die deze technologie niet in huis hebben maar een ruime ervaring bezitten in de markt van technisch textiel met daarnaast de lokale constructeur van dergelijke getouwen, de twee academische onderzoekscentra voor textielonderzoek en het onderzoekscentrum voor composietmaterialen van Sirris. Het succes van het project zal kunnen gemeten worden aan het aantal producten dat door de Vlaamse wevers additioneel op de markt is gebracht na beëindigen van het project en het aantal wevers dat reeds een overschakeling heeft gemaakt. Door de weefproeven uit te voeren binnen de faciliteiten van de deelnemende wevers is er reeds een directe valorisatie en omscholing tijdens de uitvoering van het project zelf. De resultaten zullen echter gebruikt worden om via publicaties, presentaties en workshops in binnen- en buitenland de bredere doelgroep van Vlaamse wevers aan te zetten om tijdig productinnovatie te starten en de nieuwe producten kenbaar te maken aan potentiële afnemers. Last but not least zal de opgebouwde kennis aan de Hogeschool en de Universiteit worden doorgegeven aan de textielstudenten, die de toekomstige kaderleden van de Vlaamse textielbedrijven zijn. Organisations: • Faculty of Applied Engineering Sciences • Department of Textile technology
Researchers: • Filip Ghekiere • Geert De Clercq • Gregory Haezebrouck
Opmaken van een CO2-balans van de volledige productie keten vanaf de teelt van biomassa tot aan de eindproducten.
Vrije Universiteit Brussel Abstract: Opmaken van een CO2-balans van de volledige productie keten vanaf de teelt van biomassa tot aan de eindproducten. Organisations: • Applied Mechanics
Researchers: • JACQUES DE RUYCK • Svend BRAM
Operation and control of power systems with high penetration of PV and low grid inertia KU Leuven Abstract: The power system is facing some tremendous challenges for the next decades to come. While dealing with aging infrastructure and an ever increasing demand for electric power, the projected increase of electric power coming from renewable energy sources will put an even higher stress to the already highly loaded power systems. From a power system perspective,this dispersed renewable electricity generation behaves quite differentfrom traditional, centralized generation facilities. Apart from their intermittent nature, most of these sources are characterized by their lack of inertia. This system inertia is often considered as one ofthe vital system parameters upon which the synchronized operation of current day power systems is based: The inertia in the rotating masses of synchronous generators determines the frequency response with respect toinequalities in the overall power balance. The lower this system inertia, the more nervous the grid frequency reacts on abrupt changes in generation Organisations: • ESAT - ELECTA, Electrical Energy and Com
Researchers: • Ronnie Belmans • Dirk Van Hertem • Pieter Tielens
Operational modal analysis using transmissibility measurements Vrije Universiteit Brussel Abstract: Operational Modal Analysis (OMA) allows modal parameters to be estimated in operational conditions based on output measurements only. It is usually assumed that the (unknown) operational forces are white noise sources. Recently, an innovative new approach based on transmissibility measurements has been proposed at the Vrije Universiteit Brussel that does not require this assumption. This new approach makes it possible to apply OMA in the presence of arbitrary operational forces (colored noise, impacts, ...). Despite the excellent results obtained so far there is a need for more basic research in order to continue to refine this approach and correctly position it in relation to other OMA methods and "Blind" system identification techniques. Another recent development in the field of Operational Modal Analysis (OMA) introduced by the Vrije Universiteit Brussel is the OMAX concept (FWO-research project (G.0381.00)). The main advantage of the OMAX concept is the fact that it combines the advantages of Operational and Experimental Modal Analysis: ambient (unknown) forces as well as artificial (known) forces are processed simultaneously resulting in improved modal parameters. Therefore another topic of research in this project will be the integration of the transmissibility-based output-only approach into the input/output OMAX concept. Organisations: • Applied Mechanics
Researchers: • Christof DEVRIENDT • PATRICK GUILLAUME
Operational modal analysis and structural health monitoring using transmissibility measurements and fiber sensor technology Vrije Universiteit Brussel Abstract: Operational Modal Analysis allows identifying the dynamic behavior of structures in operational conditions. In my previous and ongoing research a new OMA approach based on transmissibility measurements was proposed that increases the reliability and applicability of OMA techniques. The goal of structural health monitoring (SHM) is to detect damage before it becomes critical for the structure's integrity. In my previous research a promising approach based on transmissibility measurements for detecting and locating damage in changing operational conditions was proposed. The first promising steps have been made and transmissibility functions have proven to be very useful in the field of OMA and SHM. However, there are definitely a number of aspects that require more study and suggest a natural direction for future work. I also believe that, both in the field of OMA and SHM, the biggest leap forward will be made by investigating the combination of the above techniques with enhanced and innovative measurement systems, such as the Laser Doppler Vibrometer and fibre optic sensors. Finally the testing and monitoring of wind turbines are considered as one of the most relevant industrial applications of the proposed techniques and definitely require further investigation. Organisations: • Applied Mechanics
Researchers: • Christof DEVRIENDT • PATRICK GUILLAUME
Operational characterization of biomass Vrije Universiteit Brussel Abstract: The research institute 'VUB' and the 'Université Catholique de Louvain + Electrabel' have entered into a service-agreement concerning the project' Operational characterization of biomass'. The research results can be transferred to the company, there can be a reasonable return in case of commercialisation or there is another kind of agreement on intellectual property, as outlined in the concluded agreement. Organisations: • Applied Mechanics
Researchers: • Francesco CONTINO
OPERA4FEV: OPerating RAck For Full-Electric Vehicle Vrije Universiteit Brussel Abstract: The OPERA4FEV project aims to develop thermoplastic battery racks on two functional demonstrators: one for a large scale vehicle from FIAT and one for a "niche" car, the F-City from FAM .To improve deployment of electrical vehicles in Europe, large scale production processes for Rack and electrical components need to be developed. The innovative solutions proposed by OPERA4FEV will integrate electrical, hydraulic connections and component housing in a thermoplastic approach to reduce cost, weight and assembly time.In order to show the relevance of the solution and meet strong industrial benefits, the two thermoplastics racks will be manufactured and assembled with industrial means.
The whole value chain will be addressed, including the eco-design (dismantling and recycling of critical materials), assembly and integration of cells and electrical components. As safety of the on-board battery in electric, hybrid, and plug-in vehicles is of paramount importance to the international automakers, OPERA4FEV will pay particular attention to evaluate the effects of the rack characteristics regarding vehicle crash safety, and will focus on the potential risks for the vehicle and its occupants in case of failure of one or more batteries. To sum up, the main issues relative to OPERA4FEV project are : -the integration of cells into the thermoplastic rack -an easier mounting and fast connexions of cells -the reduction of assembly time -25% cost reduction on components (cells excluded) compared to existing rack -the improvement of dismantling for better maintenance -50% reduction of number of components -the eco-design of the racks and easier end of life (materials, dismantling) based on life cycle assessment -the plastics parts design to improve thermal regulation, guaranty safety/crash behaviour and deal with large dimensions -the use of recycled polymers (70% in weight) -30% weight reduction on components (cells excluded) -a concept proposal adaptable to automotive industry and evaluated with an representative tools and assembly line (able to reach 20 vehicle/day) Organisations: • Electrical Engineering and Power Electronics • Mobility and automotive technology research group
Researchers: • Thierry Clement COOSEMANS • Maarten MESSAGIE • Javier Vicente SANFELIX FORNER • PETER VAN DEN BOSSCHE • JOERI VAN MIERLO
Open view on innovative materials technologies for a sustainable Flemish production landscape. University of Antwerp Abstract: The project intends to stimulate companies to make their products and production processes more sustainable by applying wellconsidered materials and materials technology. in order to realise this objective, the project consortium takes four steps. First, it investigates which incentives and impediments influence the use of innovative materials technologies. We look for and describe various concrete examples. Companies willing to testify of their experiences are interviewed and asked to fill in a small questionnaire. Lessons drawn from interviews and questionnaires are communicated to a wide audience. In case the companies concerned agree, they will present their cases to other companies in order to inspire them: to look for their own opportunities to organise their production processes and design their products in more sustainable ways via the implementation of suitable materials and materials technologies. In a third phase, interested companies are guided to discern opportunities for sustainable materials innovation with the help of an opportunity scan. Development and application of this scan is one objective of the project. In the following and final stage the project consortium will discuss, together with interested companies, opportunities for sustainable innovation and work out an implementation trajectory. The consortium will pay equal attention to the three dimensions of sustainable development: planet, people, and profit. In short, 1) by focussing a) on the meaning that companies themselves assign to the concept of sustainable development and b) on reasons and considerations of companies to use specific materals and technologies, and 2) by concentrating on knowledge diffusion towards and between companies, we will engage with the production industry in Flanders in order to contribute to sustainable development. Organisations: • Engineering Management • Society and Environment
Researchers: • Ilse Loots • Anne Bergmans • Ann Crabbé • Marian Deblonde • Aviel Verbruggen
Open Product and Materials Center Ghent University Abstract: P³ LABO Open Product and Materials Center EFRO 916 Organisations: • Department of Materials Science and Engineering
Researchers: • Ilse Christiaens • Els Van Damme
Open monument days 2010 in Brussels - publication article book 'Stone & Co' Vrije Universiteit Brussel Abstract: Publication of article for book for the Open Monument Days 2010 in Brussels Organisations: • Architectural Engineering
Researchers: • ANN VERDONCK
OpenComRTOS: formal systems development applied to a real-time operating system Ghent University Abstract: The main issues are stated in the full title: "OpenComRTOS: a formally analyzed and validation next-generation distributed and scalable communication RTOS supporting a coherent and unified systems development methodology". Further clarification: the RTOS concept proper is
communication-based. In the elaboration of the development methodology, applicability to other industrial application areas plays is a prime concern. Organisations: • Departement of Information technology
Researchers: • Raymond Boute
Open-cell metal foam as a breakthrough for compact thermal buffer systems with phase change materials. Ghent University Abstract: not available Organisations: • Departement of Flow, heat and combustion mechanics
Researchers: • Michel De Paepe
Open agreement Vrije Universiteit Brussel Abstract: AGT - Consultants in Groundwater Techniques is specialised in studies involving applied groundwater techniques. As an independent consultant, we offer objective advise for complicated groundwater issues to governments, private companies or engineering bureaus. Organisations: • Hydrology and Hydraulic Engineering
Researchers: • OKKE BATELAAN
Oostende Numerical muddy teaching of the wave penetration for the purpose of the OW-plan Ghent University Abstract: not available Organisations: • Departement of Civil engineering
Researchers: • Peter Troch
Ontwikkeling van polymeren met intrinsieke microporositeit voor gasscheidingsmembranen. KU Leuven Abstract: We willen polymeren met intrinsieke microporositeit ontwikkelen voor gasscheidingsmembranen. Hiervoor dienen polymeren met een systematische variatie in hun moleculaire structuur gemaakt te worden. Door de eigenschappen van deze polymeren te analyseren kunnen nieuwe inzichten verworven worden over hoe de moleculaire structuur de eigenschappen, zoals gasscheiding, beïnvloedt. Organisations: • Polymer Chemistry and Materials
Researchers: • Guy Koeckelberghs • Wouter Dujardin
Ontwikkeling van Nanobody-afgeleide probes voor beeldvorming van pancreas beta cell massa Vrije Universiteit Brussel Abstract: Ontwikkeling van Nanobody-afgeleide probes voor beeldvorming van pancreas beta cell massa Organisations: • Medical Imaging and Physical Sciences
Researchers: • Tony LAHOUTTE
Ontwikkeling van hybridematerialen bestaande uit superparamagnetische nanopartikels en volledig geconjugeerde cyclische polymeren voor maximaleFaradayrotatie KU Leuven Abstract: Dit project beoogt de synthese van hybridematerialen van superparamagnetische nanopartikels en volledig geconjugeerde cyclische polymeren. De eerste stap in dit project is de synthese van geconjugeerde polymeren vangecontroleerde lengte startende van een gefunctionaliseerde initiator. Vervolgens worden deze polymeren ringgesloten. Deze ringvormige polymeren zullen covalent gehecht worden aan superparamagnetische nanopartikels.Het eindresultaat is een hybridemateriaal geoptimaliseerd voor een sterke Faradayrotatie. Organisations: • Polymer Chemistry and Materials
Researchers: • Guy Koeckelberghs • Pieter Leysen
Ontwikkeling van hogesnelheidsluchtlagers voor hogetemperatuurtoepassingen KU Leuven Abstract: No English Abstract Organisations: • Production Engineering, Machine Design a
Researchers: • Farid Al-Bender • Dominiek Reynaerts • Martinus Nabuurs
Ontwikkeling van functionele gefermenteerde zuivelproducten verrijkt met sfingolipiden University College Ghent Abstract: Abstract not yet available Organisations:
• Faculty of Biosciences and Landscape Architecture • Department of Food science and technology
Researchers: • Kathy Messens
Ontwikkeling van fingerprints als barcode voor industriële microbiële populaties University College Ghent Abstract: Het doel van het onderzoeksproject is, gebruik makend van aquakefir als modelsysteem, een technologie te ontwikkelen die toelaat om een barcode toe te kennen aan de microbiële gemeenschap in een industrieel tussen- en/of eindproduct. Deze barcode levert (in feite) een supersnelle vingerafdruk van de totale aanwezige microbiële flora en zou industrieën in staat stellen om de totale microbiële populatie van hun producten te beschrijven en op te volgen, tevens om afwijkende eigenschappen van het eindproduct te correleren met veranderingen in microbiële samenstelling, en tot slot de effecten van ingrepen in het productieproces op microbieel vlak op te volgen, en waar nodig bij te sturen. Organisations: • Faculty of Applied Engineering Sciences • Department of Chemistry
Researchers: • Anita Van Landschoot
Ontwikkeling van een platform voor het ontwerpen van Tastbare Intuïtieve Interfaces of TIII. KU Leuven Abstract: No English Abstract Organisations: • Electrical Engineering (ESAT) TC, Campus
Researchers: • Luc Geurts
Ontwikkeling van een modelleerplatform voor performantieanalyse van gesloten kring systemen in voertuigtoepassingen. KU Leuven Abstract: The goal of this PhD research is the development of a modeling platformthat enables automotive system designers to reason about optimal closedloop system performance, from early on in the concept phase of system development.Based on meta-languages, different concepts for a physical design will be generated automatically and an optimal controller, based on Model Predictive Control, will be synthesized.This approach will enable the development of a model which can be controlled in an optimal sense. This paradigm is in contrast with the current mainstream design process, in which the physical product concept is determined in a first phase of the V-cycle, while the required control system is only considered later on as an add-on system, leading to a sub-optimal closed loop system performance. By considering controllability in the early concept phase, a significant potential in final system performance and development time can be exploited.The coupling between physical concept models and th Organisations: • Production Engineering, Machine Design a
Researchers: • Wim Desmet • Johan Vanhuyse
Ontwikkeling van een merkerondersteund selectiesysteem voor schottolerantie bij triticale University College Ghent Abstract: Triticale combineert het goede opbrengstpotentieel van tarwe met de goede ziekte- en droogteresistentie en de lage N-behoefte van rogge, waardoor het een duurzaam en waardevol gewas vormt, voornamelijk voor veehouders. Triticale is echter gevoelig voor schot in regenrijke of vochtige oogstperiodes. Het optreden van schot resulteert in o.a. opbrengstverlies en verlies van kwaliteit en nutritionele waarde. Zowel het genotype als omgevingsomstandigheden evenals de combinatie van beide factoren hebben een sterke invloed zodat het probleem enkel via veredeling van schottolerante cultivars kan opgelost worden. Het onderzoeksproject heeft tot hoofddoelstelling een merkertechnologie te ontwikkelen die orgaan-, groeifase- en omgevingsonafhankelijk is om zo tot een efficiëntere selectiemethode in triticale te komen. Speciale aandacht gaat naar het voorkomen van het Vp1-ortholoog, welke een belangrijke rol speelt bij dormantie op transcriptieniveau in verschillende graan- en grassoorten. Een eerste luik van het project draait rond het ontwikkelen van een merker, gerelateerd aan het Vp1-ortholoog, die toelaat een onderscheid te maken tussen schottolerante en -gevoelige triticale-, tarwe- of roggerassen d.m.v. kwantitatieve reverse transcriptase-PCR. Bij deze techniek zal een verband worden opgesteld tussen de mate van expressie van het Vp1-gen en het schottolerantieniveau van triticale. Hierbij dient onderzocht te worden of er voldoende variatie in de expressie van het Vp1-gen bestaat. Na optimalisatie van deze techniek zal van een groot aantal triticalecultivars het schottolerantieniveau bepaald worden. De bekomen resultaten zullen vergeleken worden met resultaten afkomstig van regensimulatietesten en kiemtesten. Een tweede luik omvat het screenen van het totale triticalegenoom naar andere genen die mogelijk betrokken zijn bij schotgevoeligheid/tolerantie. De cDNA-AFLP techniek, waarbij geen voorafgaande kennis van genoomsequenties vereist is, zal hiervoor gebruikt worden zodat schottolerante triticalerassen op een brede genetische basis kunnen worden geselecteerd.De resultaten zullen aangewend worden om de veredeling naar schottolerante triticalerassen te optimaliseren. Organisations: • Faculty of Biosciences and Landscape Architecture • Department of Plant production • Department of Food science and technology
Researchers: • Kathy Messens • Sarah De Laethauwer • Geert Haesaert
Ontwikkeling van een HDF5 compatibele versie van Modflow en bijhorende programma's Vrije Universiteit Brussel Abstract: No English abstract Organisations: • Hydrology and Hydraulic Engineering
Researchers: • OKKE BATELAAN
'Ontwikkeling van een biomimetisch hoornvlies door middel 3D printing en stamceltechnologie'. KU Leuven
Abstract: No English Abstract Organisations: • Surface and Interface Engineered Materia
Researchers: • Eleonora Ferraris • Jennifer Patterson
