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EU
6th Framework Programme
The NCLA has a strong tradition in collaborative research
and we are happy to continue that tradition within the EU 6th
Framework Programme.
The Centre specialises in the development of
laser-based materials processing applications (surface
modification, marking, welding, cutting and drilling), laser and
optics-based materials analysis (spectroscopy, surface
characterisation), and process control (real-time machine vision). Our
facilities include laser laboratories equipped with Femto-second and
excimer high-precision machining, CO2, Nd:YAG and high-power diode
laser materials processing, argon-ion and Dye lasers, as well as
high-power UV light sources. Materials of interest include polymers,
metals, ceramics, composite materials and glass.
We also have a materials characterisation
facilities including spectroscopy laboratories for Raman and
Photoluminescence studies of advanced pharmaceuticals, structural and
semiconductor materials and facilities for the quantitative
characterisation of sample form, roughness, colour and contrast using
machine vision, surface profilometry and AFM.
We are also interested in participating in
bilateral and collaborative research and in developing links with
strategic partners in key technology areas. If you feel that the NCLA
can be of assistance, as part of a consortium, or in any area of
product/ process development, in the framework of collaborative
research, please contact us. |
