Research themes
Our research can be broadly classified into distinctive themes:
We work across all Technology Readiness Levels (TRLs) to deliver bespoke solutions for advanced manufacturing tasks.
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Research into coatings manufacturing technologies for power generation includes:
- Feedstock development through mechanical milling or gas atomisation
- Suspension and solution precursor spraying through High Velocity Oxy-Fuel spraying (HVOF) and Atmospheric Plasma Spraying (APS)
- High pressure Cold Gas Dynamic Spraying (CGDS) oxidation resistant coatings and low Pressure Cold Spraying for repair applications (LPCS)
- Laser cladding for high temperature components
Materials for extreme environment include:
- High temperature oxidation and deposit induced corrosion mechanisms
- High temperature oxidation in steam
- Erosion-corrosion behaviour of materials in mixed combustion gases