If you are working on a secondary-school-research project in the field of materials science or engineering, we offer you mentoring and access to our resources and equipment. Our experts will help you with your research and project implementation.

• We offer assistance in selecting a topic
• We will give you our full attention
• You will have access to our laboratories
• You will get to try out the work of a scientist!
• You will find out how it is to study at IMSE or FME

If you are interested in colaboration with us, please contact Simona Hutařová .

More about Secondary School Research can be found HERE .

Secondary-school-research topics from previous years:

Creation of a database of interatomic bonds suitable for machine learning using artificial intelligence

Machine learning algorithms are currently undergoing rapid development and are also finding application in materials science. They can be used to obtain information about the bonds between atoms, which can then be used in computer simulations of real systems to predict, for example, the melting temperatures of new materials without the need for experimental preparation. The application of these algorithms requires extensive databases of data, on which machine learning using artificial intelligence can take place. This data can be obtained using ab initio methods, which are capable of effectively simulating simple systems based solely on knowledge of basic physical rules and do not require any input from experiments.
The aim of the work is to program automated procedures in Python to run ab initio calculations and create a database of binding forces between different atoms in crystalline materials that will be suitable for machine learning.

Study of composites created using Cold Spray technology

Cold Spray technology is a modern technology in the field of surface treatment that allows the creation of solid coatings on various materials without the need for high temperatures. This method works on the principle of spraying microscopic particles of material onto the surface of a substrate using a high-speed gas stream, which leads to their mechanical and metallurgical anchoring and the creation of a solid composite coating. Since the process does not require high temperatures, there is no significant thermal damage to the substrate. This allows for application to a wide range of materials, including those that are heat-sensitive.
Cold Spray technology has a wide range of applications, from repairing damaged parts in the aerospace and automotive industries, to creating protective coatings in the energy sector, to biomedical applications for the manufacture of implants. Its flexibility and efficiency open up new possibilities for materials engineering and manufacturing.
As part of this project, the student will be directly involved in the manufacturing process using Cold Spray technology. They will have the opportunity to learn about the principles of this innovative method, while gaining practical experience in the creation of composite materials. The main task will be to study the material composition of composites, where they will examine the mutual deposition efficiency of individual components. Using metallographic sections, they will analyze the microstructure of the created composites and use a microhardness tester and nanoindenter to determine the basic mechanical properties of the sprays, such as hardness and elasticity modules. The project offers students a unique opportunity to gain practical experience, develop their technical skills, and gain a deeper understanding of materials engineering.