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Feasibility study and prototypes manufacturing of oil tank in thermoplastic for Helicopter Engine (LIGHT-TANK)

Framework: FP7 — Cooperation
Programme: Joint Technology Initiatives (Annex IV-SP1)
Theme: Public-private partnerships
Destination: Clean Sky
Action type: Article 171 of the Treaty
Partnership: CLEAN-SKY (Art-185)
Countries involved: Spain,Italy,Spain
Call:  (SP1-JTI-CS-2011-01, 2011)
Start date: 2012-04-01
End date: 2014-11-30
Duration (months): 32.0
Total project cost (EUR): 483958.0
EU funding (EUR): 333448.0
Participants: 4
Project status: CLOSED

The Project LIGHT-TANK is aimed to find out a way to produce oil tank and connection pipes in Thermoplastic Composites to be used in helicopter engine for the Gearbox system. Different thermoplastics materials, need of reinforcement and processes will be analysed to find out the cost effective way of producing such a components. When material and process are selected. Part desing will be carried out. At last step prototypes will be produced and tested, with the goal to arrive to show the feasibility in terms of technical specification, defined in the topic, and cost effectiveness to be then a real choice for weight saving and more enviromental friendly solution.

Keywords: thermoplastics,composites,weight saving,cost effectiveness,helicopter,gearbox,processes,feasibility,tank,pipes,components,design,enviromental friendly.
Biomimiking the brain - towards 3D neuronal network dynamics (3DNEURON)

Framework: FP7 — Cooperation
Programme: Information and Communication Technologies
Destination: Future and Emerging Technologies
Action type: Collaborative project
Countries involved: Finland,Switzerland,Germany,Germany
Call:  (FP7-ICT-2011-C, 2011)
Start date: 2012-07-01
End date: 2015-06-30
Duration (months): 36.0
Total project cost (EUR): 4092758.0
EU funding (EUR): 3123093.0
Participants: 5
Project status: CLOSED

Our view is that the biological and computational components and the concepts of realized BIO-ICT interactions have lacked so far the complexity of the actual high level biological neural systems. Our vision is that three key features are needed for biological computational neuronal networks: 1. Actual 3D structures of neuronal cells and networks, 2. interactions between various types of neuronal cells, and finally, 3. organized layered and patterned 3D microstructure of neuronal tissue. We aim to construct an in vitro model of a 3D neuronal network with layered biomaterial and multi-cell-type neural structure derived from human stem cells while stimulating and closely monitoring the evolution of cells and their connections. We will stimulate the novel 2D and 3D neuronal networks and layered structures also with modeled human auditory sensory inputs, and measure and model the responses and changes of the network topology and dynamics. With these we aim to reach the unproven concept of making the transition from neuronal 2D cultures to 3D controlled multi-cell-type neuronal structures in vitro that mimic the actual in vivo 3D development of neuronal dynamics and finally to reach a deeper understanding on the function of human 3D neuronal networks such as the cortical column. The proposal is based on cellular, biointerface, bioelectronics, and ICT technology. Novel stem cell and biomimetic technologies provide us a way to grow different human neural cell types for 3D neuronal networks. Novel biomaterials, microelectronics, and ICT modeling will provide the control and analysis power to see the functional dynamics of the constructs. Our in vitro 3D model will provide a new level of elaboration. In addition to biological and clinical outcomes, the basic knowledge gained on the organization and functioning of the 3D neuronal cell networks have potential for applications in the discipline of artificial neuronal networks, and will result in BIO-ICT convergence.

Keywords: bio-ict interaction,3d neuronal cell networks,natural human neuronal networks,cellular measurements,biomimiking,neuronal network modeling,biomaterials,capacitive measurement technology
Advanced fuselage and wing structure based on innovative Al-Li alloys (AFSIAL)

Framework: FP7 — Cooperation
Programme: Joint Technology Initiatives (Annex IV-SP1)
Theme: Public-private partnerships
Destination: Clean Sky
Action type: Article 171 of the Treaty
Partnership: CLEAN-SKY (Art-185)
Countries involved: Italy,France,United Kingdom,Italy
Call:  (SP1-JTI-CS-2011-01, 2011)
Start date: 2012-10-01
End date: 2014-06-30
Duration (months): 21.0
Total project cost (EUR): 587900.0
EU funding (EUR): 339425.0
Participants: 5
Project status: CLOSED

The project aims at the development and demonstration of a metallic solution combining innovative aluminium alloys of the Al-Cu-Li family and advanced assembling technologies such as Laser Beam Welding and hybrid welding. it will be also investigated the potenzial of innovative split-beam process and will be made a comparison with the laser and hybrid arc-laser processes. Aerostructures, including fuselage and wing stiffened panels, are responsible in average for 50% of total aircraft weight. In order to obtain the required panel properties and a significant weight reduction, the strategy of the project is to combine the most suitable materials with the optimised welding process and an appropriate design. Recently developed low density Al-Cu-Li alloys offer direct weight reduction of about 5% and the improved property balance versus conventional alloys allows further weight reduction up to 20% through adapted design. The assembling process is a major field of improvement for the cost effective use of aluminium alloys that will be explored in the project. Laser beam welding had demonstrated in the past to be the best suitable welding technology for flat panel production, especially for fuselage. The main advantages are the very low distortion, the absence of defects and reduced postweld re-work. Hybrid laser welding combines the advantages of laser processes with arc welding resulting in high joint quality and completion rates with increased tolerances to fit up and without compromising joint quality and distortion control. It is expected to be most suitable for wing panels. The objective is to demonstrate the feasibility of this material and process solution and bring it to a TRL of 4. For this purpose, the welding technology parameters will be optimised for Al-Cu-Li materials, and flat panels representative of the four major parts of the aircraft contributing to the total structure weight (i.e. bottom and crown fuselage and upper and lower wing) will be designed, manufactured and tested.

Keywords: innovative aluminium alloys- laser beam welding - hybrid welding - design of aerostructures - assembling process - low density
High Voltage amplifier for MEMS-based Active Flow Control (AFC) Actuators (HIVOLA)

Framework: FP7 — Cooperation
Programme: Joint Technology Initiatives (Annex IV-SP1)
Theme: Public-private partnerships
Destination: Clean Sky
Action type: Article 171 of the Treaty
Partnership: CLEAN-SKY (Art-185)
Countries involved: Germany
Call:  (SP1-JTI-CS-2011-01, 2011)
Start date: 2012-04-01
End date: 2013-12-31
Duration (months): 21.0
Total project cost (EUR): 445998.0
EU funding (EUR): 334498.5
Participants: 2
Project status: CLOSED

In this project a high voltage application specific integrated circuit will be developed in order to drive a number of piezoelectric MEMS-based actuators. The goal is to demonstrate the benefit of a high voltage ASIC development with respect to space, weight, cost and power consumption while providing the full performance in terms of functionality.

Keywords: high voltage amplifier,asic,piezoelectric actuation,mems,flow control,synthetic jet actuator,pulsed jet actuator
IMPact SHIELD Design B (IMPSHIELDB)

Framework: FP7 — Cooperation
Programme: Joint Technology Initiatives (Annex IV-SP1)
Theme: Public-private partnerships
Destination: Clean Sky
Action type: Article 171 of the Treaty
Partnership: CLEAN-SKY (Art-185)
Countries involved: Sweden
Call:  (SP1-JTI-CS-2011-01, 2011)
Start date: 2013-04-01
End date: 2015-07-31
Duration (months): 28.0
Total project cost (EUR): 90000.0
EU funding (EUR): 67499.0
Participants: 1
Project status: CLOSED

This proposal is to design and manufacture an innovative shield to protect critical components of an aircraft against high velocity shrapnel from an engine burst. The concept proposed here exploits the weight advantages of high performance fibres, in a design that uses a net like fibre membrane for energy absorption. Considerations for their integration in an aircraft are made. The proposal has come from a close collaboration between the Imperial College Consultants and Swerea SICOMP. It is therefore the result of the combined skills in manufacturing structural composites for the defence and aeronautical industry as well as specific ballistic design skills. Both institutes have the necessary skills, experience and equipment to design and manufacture a successful shield. As both these institutes are non profit research establishments actively working to advance composite technology, the materials and techniques have been chosen based on the type of treat and the aircraft integration constraints and there is no constrain to use any one particular material supplier. Publishing and dissemination of the results is also not a problem if so desired.

Keywords: dry fibres,ballistics carbon fibre,ceramics,high temperature
Demonstration of a large, high temperature, flexible printed circuit board (LHTFPCB)

Framework: FP7 — Cooperation
Programme: Joint Technology Initiatives (Annex IV-SP1)
Theme: Public-private partnerships
Destination: Clean Sky
Action type: Article 171 of the Treaty
Partnership: CLEAN-SKY (Art-185)
Countries involved: United Kingdom,United Kingdom,Belgium,United Kingdom
Call:  (SP1-JTI-CS-2011-01, 2011)
Start date: 2012-03-01
End date: 2015-12-31
Duration (months): 46.0
Total project cost (EUR): 596054.0
EU funding (EUR): 357851.5
Participants: 5
Project status: CLOSED

This Project aims to support Rolls Royce in the design of a of high temperature flexible PCB and through trials of flexible laminates manufactured from existing and brand new advanced polymers progress the temperature at which a flexible printed circuit can operate from the current state of the art maximum of 200°C into the desired range of 260°C (minimum) up to 400°C (target). The Project also aims to develop the materials and manufacturing processes that enable this high temperature performance in a large format, such that the required overall length of 5m can be implemented in a single piece multilayer printed circuit, without joints. Validation to TRL6 is to be achieved through coupon tests on representative hardware in a bespoke environmental chamber, subjecting the coupons to combined heat and random vibration loading, supported by full size PCBs integrated and tested at engine level.

Keywords: high temperature flexible pcb advanced polymers single piece large format multilayer combined heat vibration
Towards a European Innovation Ecosystem: Research and Innovation Strategies adapted to national and regional contexts. (EIS 2011)

Framework: FP7 — Capacities
Programme: Support for the coherent development of research policies
Destination: Support for the coherent development of research policies
Action type: Coordination and support actions
Countries involved: Poland
Call:  (FP7-Adhoc-2007-13, 2007)
Start date: 2011-06-01
End date: 2012-01-31
Duration (months): 8.0
Total project cost (EUR): 204527.1
EU funding (EUR): 200000.0
Participants: 1
Project status: CLOSED

Europe’s problem is not so much the lack of investment in research and development. What is much more important is the fact that, as opposed to the US, China or India, Europe has to cope with a very fragmented research and innovation system. As a consequence, we are faced with duplication of initiatives with mediocre results, instead of complementarity and focus on selected areas of excellence. Various ambitious initiatives have been launched at EU-level in order to increase Europe’s research and innovation performance. The majority of these initiatives has a strong, if not a primary focus on achieving greater coherence within the European research and innovation system. Despite all these initiatives, achieving a coherent European research and innovation system and agreeing on joint strategies is a difficult task. it is clear that there is no one-size-fits-all design, but that successful strategies must be adapted to national and regional contexts. The key task is therefore to define and develop European research and innovation strategies which, on the one hand, bring member states’ efforts in line with each other and, on the other hand, leave sufficient scope for national (and regional) flexibility and competition. The objective of the conference “Towards a European Innovation Ecosystem: Research and Innovation Strategies adapted to national and regional contexts” is to make an important contribution to achieving goal of greater coherence of the European research and innovation system while allowing the necessary freedom for the member states and regions. The organisers of the conference want to bring together all concerned stakeholders, incl. policy-makers and politicians from EU, national and regional levels, representatives of the academic sector, delegates from both small and multinational companies and, last but not least, civil society. The main topics shall be precisely those areas where the cooperation of member states and regions is crucial.

Keywords: r&i policy,policy-mix,european governance.
Salan Ti(IV) Complexes as Novel Anti-Cancer Chemotherapeutics (CYTOTOXICTISALANS)

Framework: FP7 — Ideas
Programme: European Research Council
Theme: European research council
Destination: Proof of concept grants
Action type: Support for frontier research (ERC)
Countries involved: Israel
Call:  (ERC-2011-PoC, 2011)
Start date: 2012-03-01
End date: 2013-05-31
Duration (months): 15.0
Total project cost (EUR): 167774.4
EU funding (EUR): 149598.84
Participants: 1
Project status: CLOSED

Cisplatin is a platinum-based complex used widely as a chemotherapeutic drug. However, due to its limitations, including narrow activity range and severe side effects, other transition metal complexes are investigated as antitumorur agents. Titanium complexes that previously reached clinical trials showed fair activity, and were mainly limited by rapid decomposition in water, within minutes. Titanium complexes of diamino bis(phenolato) ("salan") ligands studied in our laboratory under the ERC grant demonstrate extremely high stability for up to weeks in water solutions. Importantly, they have shown great potency as anti-tumour agents towards a number of cells in vitro. Their activity exceeds that of cisplatin by up to two orders of magnitude. In particular, halogenated compounds at specific positions demonstrate a combination of exceptional hydrolytic stability and particularly high cytotoxicity, and are covered in a patent application. In addition, minor effect on regular cells was observed. As the titanium has been previously shown based on in vivo testing to be significantly less toxic than platinum, (and is commonly found in food and cosmetics), several pharmaceutical companies expressed interest in our compounds. However, in vivo activity and some mechanistic insights (required for FDA approval) are fundamental for allowing commercialization. Therefore, we propose to conduct a series of experiments that will bring this research to a more "mature" level suitable to be undertaken by pharmaceutical companies. These include in vivo testing on mice to establish safety and activity towards different cells and by different administration techniques, including IV. Additionally, as solubility is an issue, different formulations will be assessed. Basic mechanistic studies will include evaluating potential interaction with DNA. All these studies are not covered by the ERC grant, and will be conducted in collaboration with a biologist expert in cancer research.

Keywords: 239603
Sniff-Controlled Devices (SNIFFCONTROL)

Framework: FP7 — Ideas
Programme: European Research Council
Theme: European research council
Destination: Proof of concept grants
Action type: Support for frontier research (ERC)
Countries involved: Israel
Call:  (ERC-2011-PoC, 2011)
Start date: 2012-06-01
End date: 2013-11-30
Duration (months): 18.0
Total project cost (EUR): 168120.0
EU funding (EUR): 149907.0
Participants: 1
Project status: CLOSED

In our ERC project (OdorSpace), we uncovered the speed, accuracy, and robustness of human sniffing behavior. This led us to hypothesize that we could use sniffs as control-signals. We built a sniff-sensor, and used signals generated by sniffs to power external devices. We call this the sniff-controller. We found that healthy individuals could use the sniff-controller to actuate a computer with speed and accuracy similar to those of a mouse or joystick, and that completely paralyzed individuals could use the sniff-controller to communicate text, and even to drive an electric wheelchair. The sniff-controller has dramatically improved the lives of a small number of individuals who participated in our studies. These individuals, who previously had no means of communication, now surf the web and send us emails using the sniff-controller. That said, the current results were in the context of a scientific experiment where we have demonstrated that if highly qualified individuals spend significant time with a patient, they can implement the sniff-controller. But would a naïve user be able to use the device if they purchased it by mail? Can the device transform to be a “product”? Moreover, can the sniff-controller serve markets other than the disabled? These critical questions are first on the mind of anybody who would consider commercializing this invention. To answer these critical questions, the current proposal’s goals are: 1. To optimize the device. 2. To conduct a proof of concept pilot, consisting of a platform that allows individuals to order the device off the web, use it, and provide feedback on its use. Such a platform will provide a backbone for a company, which can either spin-off as a start-up, or be bought by an existing company. This project may transform the lives of countless individuals in need, including survivors of stroke, trauma, and neurodegenerative disease.

Keywords: 200850
Quantum secure communication for mobile networks (QNET)

Framework: FP7 — Ideas
Programme: European Research Council
Theme: European research council
Destination: Proof of concept grants
Action type: Support for frontier research (ERC)
Countries involved: United Kingdom
Call:  (ERC-2011-PoC, 2011)
Start date: 2012-04-01
End date: 2013-03-31
Duration (months): 12.0
Total project cost (EUR): 167508.0
EU funding (EUR): 149361.0
Participants: 1
Project status: CLOSED

This project will realise a proof of concept quantum secure communication system for mobile networks and establish the commercial viability of this system. Quantum key distribution (QKD) enables secure transmission of a secret key by encoding information in single photons such that any eavesdropping can be detected. There are several commercial companies that sell quantum secure communication networks that are used by big corporations and government agencies; we aim to expand this into the consumer market and mobile communications networks. The system would allow a user to generate a secure key on their mobile phone or similar device via communication with a bank teller machine or similar facility that could then be used to secure future communications of any type of data. As the volume and variety of private and financial information that gets transmitted from smartphones increases so does the need to secure that information. This proof of concept project will establish the potential markets and commercial viability of a mobile quantum security system.

Keywords: 240390
Low-temperature Anammox for Nitrogen Removal (LTANITRO)

Framework: FP7 — Ideas
Programme: European Research Council
Theme: European research council
Destination: Proof of concept grants
Action type: Support for frontier research (ERC)
Countries involved: Netherlands
Call:  (ERC-2011-PoC, 2011)
Start date: 2012-03-01
End date: 2013-02-28
Duration (months): 12.0
Total project cost (EUR): 166280.38
EU funding (EUR): 150000.0
Participants: 1
Project status: CLOSED

Low-temperature Anammox for nitrogen removal(LTANITRO) provides an interesting business proposition for the treatment of waste water. Key to the innovative microbiological process is that anammox bacteria ‘shortcut’ the conventional nitrogen removal of treatment plants. LTANITRO can turn a treatment plant from an energy user, into a energy producer; operational expenditure is changed into positive revenue by biogas production. This greatly enhances the potential for market introduction. In this project, a business case will be built for LTANITRO. The USPs will be demonstrated in an objective, science-based, comparison with other options for nitrogen removal. Market analysis will include the new attractiveness through changing the energy balance. Documentation will be prepared that will be discussed with industry (technology providers), and end users. Following these discussions, a definite commercialization strategy will be defined.

Keywords: 232937
Versatile targets for the interaction with a laser (VERTICAL)

Framework: FP7 — Ideas
Programme: European Research Council
Theme: European research council
Destination: Proof of concept grants
Action type: Support for frontier research (ERC)
Countries involved: France
Call:  (ERC-2011-PoC, 2011)
Start date: 2012-06-01
End date: 2013-08-31
Duration (months): 15.0
Total project cost (EUR): 168224.4
EU funding (EUR): 150000.0
Participants: 1
Project status: CLOSED

The VERTICAL (Versatile targets for the interaction with a laser) proof of concept project will exploit the innovation potential of laser-driven gamma ray radiography. This initiative ambitions to deliver transportable and reliable high repetition rate gamma-sources to answer to identified industrial probing needs of rapidity, compactness and safety. The ERC Proof-of-Concept 2011 call represents an opportunity to address, from 2012, the economic and technical parts of the VERTICAL project. The economic part consists in the achievement of a sound international market study to unveil the full commercial potentialities of our proof-of-concept, the creation of a venture (called SourceLAB) dedicated to the development and to the commercialization of innovative compact X- and gamma-sources, and the registration of patents and handling of Intellectual Properties Rights (IPR). The technical part consists in the development of innovative target prototypes for X-and gamma-tomography at high repetition rate, the development of precision targetry for shaping an intense laser pulse at high repetition rate, and the development of a high added value kit « laser + target », in partnership with the laser technology industry, for broader applications (secondary sources of particles and radiations) in the field of laser-plasma interaction. The possible success of the innovative VERTICAL project is regarded as a significant breakthrough for societal applications in dense matter probing (cargo scanning, facility safety, component defect detection) of the research about LPA, underlied by the ERC PARIS project, with also very positive impact for the academic and industrial activities in laser-plasma interaction and eventually, a promising dispersion in the society of safe laser-driven sources of particles and radiations.

Keywords: 226424