Science-based Innovation |
Title: | Machine Learning for Advanced Engineering |
Summary: |
Machine Learning is a subfield of computer science that evolved from the study of pattern recognition and computational learning theory in Artificial Intelligence. In practice, Machine Learning is a method of data analysis that automates analytical model building. Moreover, machine learning allows computers to find hidden insights or patterns without being explicitly programmed where to look. During this metaproject a set of advanced tools useful for all sorts of industries and economic or demographic activities will be created, based on advanced Modeling, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning techniques. A few common applications of these tools are:
Selected background reading: [PhD thesis]: "Modelling of transformations during induction hardening and tempering".. Dr. Gaude-Fugarolas, D. (2002).
[Conference]: "Advanced alloy design tools applied to the development of vanadium nitride strengthened high-temperature steels".. D. Gaude-Fugarolas, et al. Poster & Article. Proc. 8th Liege Conference Materials for Advanced Power Engineering. Liege, Belgium. 2006. [Economist: ANN]: "From not working to neural networking".. The Economist, Special report: Artificial intelligence. 28/10/2016 |
In collaboration with: | dPI Independent Research Project |
Year (Time allocation): | 2016 (running project) |
Title: | Welding of aluminium alloys for racing motorcycles |
Summary: | Study of possible alloy combinations and welding procedures and heat treatments in applications related to racing motorcycles.
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In collaboration with: | Private commission |
Year (Time allocation): | 2013 (1 month) |
Title: | Understanding the redistribution of hydrogen in metallic alloys, and development of new method to extract it |
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A novel physical model describing the diffusional fluxes of interstitial elements (i.e. hydrogen), allows for a better understanding of the behaviour of such elements during manufacturing. Furthermore, it has led to the development of a new method to reduce the hydrogen content and therefore its side effects (i.e. embrittlement) in cast alloys.
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In collaboration with: | dPI Independent Research Project |
Year (Time allocation): | 2008-- (still in progress) |
Title: | Evaluation of non-poluting materials for waterfowl shot |
Summary: | Study of possible alternative materials for waterfowl shot, avoiding the toxicity and other issues of presently used types.
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In collaboration with: | Private commission |
Year (Time allocation): | 2010 (3 months) |
Title: | Welded Pressure Vessel Steel |
Summary: | Characterisation and improvement of steel welds for pressure vessels, manufactured according to Ministry of Defense (UK) specifications.
Cambridge University BAE Systems Ministry of Defense (UK) |
In collaboration with: | Ministry of Defense (UK), BAE Systems (UK), Cambridge University (UK) |
Year (Time allocation): | 2008 (3 months) |
Title: | Modelling microstructure evolution during creep |
Summary: | Modelling microstructure evolution during creep in alloys for the nuclear industry.
D. Gaude-Fugarolas and Y. De Carlan. Modelling precipitate distribution in reduced activation steels. Journal of Nuclear Materials, 374:109-115, 2008. Commissariat Energie Atomique |
In collaboration with: | Commissariat Energie Atomique (CEA Saclay) (France) |
Year (Time allocation): | 2006 (6 months) |
Title: | Development new creep resistant alloys for nuclear applications |
Summary: | Design, modelling and characterisation of novel low activation and
creep resistant alloys for nuclear power generation within the
Generation IV and Fusion frameworks.
D. Gaude-Fugarolas, N. Regent, and Y. De Carlan. On the theoretical development of new creep resistant alloys and their empirical validation. In OECD NEA NSC Workshop on Structural Materials for Innovative Nuclear Systems (SMINS). Karlsruhe (Germany) 4-6 June 2007. (Published in peer-reviewed NEA (Nuclear Energy Agency) Report-2008). J. L. Séran, P. Billot, G. de Dinechin, L. Forest, M. T. Cabrillat, O. Ancelet, D. Gaude-Fugarolas, Y. De Carlan, D. Pierron, and B. Riou. Development of 9-12cr martensitic steels for future nuclear systems: weldability studies, mechanical characterizations and specification improvements. In Proc. HTR2006: 3rd International Topical Meeting on High Temperature Reactor Technology. October 1-4, 2006, Johannesburg, South Africa, 2006. D. Gaude-Fugarolas, V. Yardley, J-M. Lardon, J. Montagnon, and Y. De Carlan. Poster: Advanced alloy design tools applied to the development of vanadium nitride strengthened high-temperature steels. In Proc. 8th Liege Conference Materials for Advanced Power Engineering. Liege, BelgiumPoster. 2006. D. Gaude-Fugarolas, V. Yardley, J-M. Lardon, J. Montagnon, and Y. De Carlan. Advanced alloy design tools applied to the development of vanadium nitride strengthened high-temperature steels. In Proc. 8th Liege Conference Materials for Advanced Power Engineering. Liege, Belgium, volume 3, pages 1319-1328, 2006. Commissariat Energie Atomique Nuclear Energy Agency |
In collaboration with: | Commissariat Energie Atomique (CEA Saclay) (France) |
Year (Time allocation): | 2005 (24 months) |
Title: | Development of TRIP/TWIN rolled steels with ultra-high performance for automotive applications |
Summary: | Development of TRIP/TWIN rolled steels with ultra-high performance for automotive applications.
M. Iker, D. Gaude-Fugarolas, P. J. Jacques, and F. Delannay. “Improvement of the mechanical properties of high manganese steels by combination of precipitation hardening and mechanical twinning”. Advanced Materials Research, 15-17:852-857, 2007. M. Iker, D. Gaude-Fugarolas, P. J. Jacques, and F. Delannay. Combination of twip effect and hardening by carbide precipitation in austenitic steels with high manganese and carbon contents. In Proceedings of Thermec 2006: International Conference on processing & manufacturing of advanced materials, Vancouver. TMS, 2006. Université Catholique de Louvain |
In collaboration with: | Université Catholique de Louvain (Belgium), Wallon Region (Belgium) |
Year (Time allocation): | 2004 (10 months) |
Title: | Design of Metal Matrix Compositefor aerospace and microelectronics applications |
Summary: | Design of Metal Matrix Composite for aerospace and microelectronics applications.
S. Ryelandt, D. Gaude-Fugarolas, J. Lecomte-Beckers, Sart-Tilman, and F. Delannay. Optimisation of Reinforcement Properties and Architecture in Continuously Reinforced MMCs for High Thermal Conductivity, Low Thermal Expansion Applications. In Euromat 2005, Prague, 2005. Université Catholique de Louvain |
In collaboration with: | Université Catholique de Louvain (Belgium) |
Year (Time allocation): | 2004 (3 months) |
Title: | Modelling phase transformation kinetics of bainite in low alloy steel |
Summary: | Thermodynamic and kinetic modelling of bainite phase transformation in low alloy steel. Including the effect of extremely fine grain.
D. Gaude-Fugarolas and P. J. Jacques. “A new physical model for the kinetics of the bainite transformation”. ISIJ International, 46:712-717,2006. D. Gaude-Fugarolas and P. J. Jacques. Modelling the kinetics of bainite transformation in steels. In Solid-Solid Phase Transformations in Inorganic Materials 2005 - Phoenix (U.S.A.), 2005. Université Catholique de Louvain |
In collaboration with: | Université Catholique de Louvain (Belgium) |
Year (Time allocation): | 2003 (14 months) |
Title: | Modelling Induction Hardening and Tempering |
Summary: | Characterising and modelling the microstructure changes in steel during the complete
manufacturing process of a critical component for the automotive
industry. Process including hot and cold forging, induction hardening and tempering. Physical and computer modelling of the complete process. Models were also used in the optimisation of the process.
D. Gaude-Fugarolas. Modelling Induction Hardening. VDM Verlag Dr. Muller, 2008. ISBN-10: 3639062965. D. Gaude-Fugarolas and H. K. D. H. Bhadeshia. A model for austenitisation of hypoeutectoid steels. Journal of Materials Science, 38:1195-1201, 2003. D. Gaude-Fugarolas. Modelling phase transformations on steel during induction hardening. In International Conference on Mathematical Modelling and Information Technologies in Welding and Related Processes - Crimea (Ukraine), 2002. Cambridge University |
In collaboration with: | GKN Ltd. (UK); Cambridge University (UK) |
Year (Time allocation): | 1999 (36 months) |
Last updated:
10th July 2018