The aim of the course is to provide in-depth knowledge on the main materials used in offshore applications (e.g. platforms, wind turbines, subsea pipelines, ...), characterized by extreme environments due to the combination of chemical, mechanical and thermal stresses. Technologies for improving the performance of materials by modifying the internal microstructure or for surface engineering will be illustrated, as well as methods for advanced characterization of monitoring performance / properties. At the same time, an overview of structural health monitoring systems and related smart materials will be provided.
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From an experimental standpoint, laboratory experimental activities will be carried out as part of a thesis focusing on the development of materials and/or monitoring systems for specific case studies.
Programme
The objective of the course is both experimental and theoretical. From a theoretical perspective, it will provide in-depth knowledge of the main materials used in offshore applications (e.g., platforms, wind turbines, subsea pipelines, ...), characterized by extreme environments due to the combination of chemical, mechanical, and thermal stresses. The main methods for advanced, multiscale characterization of materials will be illustrated. At the same time, tools and knowledge necessary for structural monitoring will be provided.From an experimental standpoint, laboratory experimental activities will be carried out as part of a thesis focusing on the development of materials and/or monitoring systems for specific case studies.
Core Documentation
Teaching materials provided during the course.Attendance
Theoretical classes are not mandatory, while laboratory activities are mandatory. Upon request, compilative thesis can be activated, which are managed in a non-mandatory manner.Type of evaluation
Questions on topics covered and thesis discussion.