Crisis management, particularly at critical, early post-incident stages, is heavily dependent on the right people promptly accessing relevant information. An EU-funded project developed such a system, while safeguarding against intrusions on personal privacy.
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Anodisation of metals such as Aluminium (Al) produces a protective coating of metal oxide that is aluminium oxide (Al2O3) in this case. EU-funded scientists investigated the controlled growth of nano-structured pores in the coatings to enhance performance and durability.
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Plastic piping has replaced metals and concrete in many applications, but standardised non-destructive evaluation (NDE) techniques are lacking. EU-funded scientists have developed the technology to detect every type of flaw that can occur in welded joints in polyethylene (PE) pipe.
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An advanced low-voltage drivetrain for electric and hybrid vehicles will help small European manufacturers remain competitive. It will also help build safer electric cars.
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Domestic heating and hot water account for almost 40 % of total energy demands. EU-funded scientists are developing low-cost, all-polymer solar thermal collectors to meet the need and enhance market uptake.
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Development of a new underwater vehicle to gather sensor data from the sea floor promises to make the process much more cost effective. Marine, climate and environmental research could benefit significantly from this initiative.
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High-performance materials for aerospace and automotive applications are difficult to machine, increasing production costs and energy consumption. Advances in tools and process technology will boost quality and productivity.
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An EU project allows small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to better collaborate. It will help SMEs utilise cloud platforms to shorten product development cycles.
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Selective breeding schemes in aquaculture are expensive and difficult to implement for mass-spawning fish species. However, recent research has developed a cost-effective way to improve the efficiency of selective breeding for these fish.
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A joining process could potentially produce some of the smallest welds in the electronics assembly industry that protect delicate circuitry even when exposed to extreme service environments. Scientists set out to achieve high-quality joints that require neither filler material nor a protective atmosphere.
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Clusters are regional hubs of competences in a given industry or technology branch, representing a critical mass of actors from R&D, industry and other institutional contexts. They are seen as an essential trigger in innovation policy to make European SMEs more competitive. Maintaining and improving the competitiveness of clusters in Europe is the core aim of CLUSTRAT, an EU-backed project.
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Scientists are developing a series of large-scale models and data sets for a Europe-wide study on air pollution impacts under changing climate conditions. This EU-funded initiative will allow researchers to determine future impacts on plant productivity, plant community composition and carbon sequestration.
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How do security organisations innovate and implement their ideas? An EU project is finding out in order to help the organisations better respond to change.
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EUBrazil Cloud Connect is a new international co-operation project aimed at accelerating scientific discovery to advance knowledge on several challenges of high social impact.
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In production facilities, robots, and people will soon be working side-by-side. A new mobile assistant is intended to support technicians in the airplane manufacturing industry when applying sealant, measuring, and testing – without putting them at risk.
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Preservation of cultural heritage is still largely based on conventional methods and materials. EU-funded scientists are developing novel nano-structured materials for better performance and less environmental impact.
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Solar cell (SC) technology has matured tremendously and is on the verge of a major market breakthrough. EU-funded scientists are developing novel technology to reduce materials usage and cost while enhancing efficiency.
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Noise pollution, caused mostly by road and rail traffic, is an increasing problem in the developed world. Researchers have recently investigated more sustainable ways of reducing these sound disturbances.
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The chemical ethylene thiourea (ETU) is widely used in synthetic rubber processing and research has revealed its carcinogenicity. EU-funded scientists are developing urgently needed safe alternatives for the numerous small companies active in rubber manufacturing.
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The energy consumption of urban rail systems is determined by a range of interdependent factors, which makes introducing new, energy-efficient technologies difficult. Researchers are now analysing the situation from every angle in order to create a decision-making tool for rail operators and public authorities.
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