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Welcome to M3D
the ARC Training Centre for Multiscale 3D Imaging, Modelling and Manufacturing
Research Projects
Research Themes
Enabling Technology
Non-Destructive Evaluation
High Value Materials
Energy & Environment
Resources
Medical Devices
Heritage & Culture
Research Theme #1.
Enabling Technology
P1-1. Multimodal/Multiscale imaging across platforms
P1-2. Forward modelling dynamic imaging experiments
Research Theme #2.
Non-Destructive Evaluation
P2-1. Additive manufacturing for automotive parts – Implementation of standards
P2-2. Recycling of automotive parts for additive manufacturing
P2-3. Design and manufacture of bio-inspired nano-texture surfaces on devices & implants for bactericidal surfaces
P2-4. X-Ray scatter correction for metallic additive manufacturing inspection
Research Theme #3.
High Value Materials
P3-2. Modification of wood substrates for improved dimensional stability (TBA)
P3-3. Investigations into wood permeability and gluability – Effects of manufacturing processes and micro-structure
Research Theme #4a.
Energy & Environment
P4-1. Upscaling of static and dynamic properties from micro to meter scale based on 3D multiscale imaging
P4-2. Time-lapse 3D tomography to understand dynamics and kinetics via fluid-fluid interface evolution in porous media
Research Theme #4b.
Resources
P4-3. Non-linear relationships between hydrological properties and strain
P4-4. 3D mineral distribution analysis (M3DA) — Optimising future mineral recovery processes (TBA)
Research Theme #5.
Medical Devices
P5-1. Quality assurance of 3D printed soft tissue scaffolds
P5-2. Design, in-vitro and in-vivo evaluation of RAW tissue harvest system
P5-4. Design & development for 3D printed resorbable soft tissue implants
P5-5. Virtual automated anatomical 3D alignment of bone fragments
P5-6. Good manufacturing practice standards for manufacturing of multi-structural scaffolds for the treatment of large bone defects
P5-7. Customised fixation plate design for surgical applications
Research Theme #6.
Heritage & Culture
P6-1. Visualising the diet of ancient marine reptiles
P6-2. Neural network analysis of biostratigraphically important conodonts
P6-3. 3D printing for advanced manufacturing in the creative industries