Projects - Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Design | KTU https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/ KTU Thu, 20 Aug 2026 23:25:51 +0000 en-US hourly 1 Prediction of the environmentally-assisted crack initiation behaviour of materials produced by advanced manufacturing techniques for the safe long-term operation of light water reactors https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/prediction-of-the-environmentally-assisted-crack-initiation-behaviour-of-materials-produced-by-advanced-manufacturing-techniques-for-the-safe-long-term-operation-of-light-water-reactors/ Mon, 20 Apr 2026 23:25:22 +0000 https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/prediction-of-the-environmentally-assisted-crack-initiation-behaviour-of-materials-produced-by-advanced-manufacturing-techniques-for-the-safe-long-term-operation-of-light-water-reactors/ One of the most important challenges in the nuclear industry is the safe long-term operation of existing nuclear power plants and the development of new, safe, and efficient ones. Ensuring the safe and economically viable long-term operation of Generation II and III light water reactors requires investigating the resistance of metal alloys—particularly those produced using […]

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]]> Increasing SAFEty in Nuclear Reactor (Rx) Vessel Internals https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/increasing-safety-in-nuclear-reactor-rx-vessel-internals/ Mon, 18 May 2026 23:25:34 +0000 https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/increasing-safety-in-nuclear-reactor-rx-vessel-internals/ The most critical challenge in the nuclear industry is the safe long-term operation of existing nuclear power plants (NPPs) and the development of new, safe, and efficient NPPs. Ensuring safety requires effective aging management. The identification of structural degradation caused by aging in the internal components of light water reactor (LWR) pressure vessels will become […]

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]]> Investigation of controllable-thrust hybrid rocket engine and nozzle (C-THYREN) https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/investigation-of-controllable-thrust-hybrid-rocket-engine-and-nozzle-c-thyren/ Tue, 31 Mar 2026 23:24:39 +0000 https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/investigation-of-controllable-thrust-hybrid-rocket-engine-and-nozzle-c-thyren/ With the rapid advancement of space technologies over the past two decades, the number of commercial and private rocket launches and artificial Earth satellites has grown exponentially. Liquid- and solid-propellant rocket engines are most commonly used for these missions. Liquid-propellant rocket engines are characterized by high complexity and cost, whereas solid-propellant engines are technologically simpler […]

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]]> Microplastics in Boar and Bull Semen: Method Optimization and Quality Effects (REPRO-MP) https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/microplastics-in-boar-and-bull-semen-method-optimization-and-quality-effects-repro-mp/ Mon, 30 Mar 2026 23:24:44 +0000 https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/microplastics-in-boar-and-bull-semen-method-optimization-and-quality-effects-repro-mp/ The REPRO-MP project aims to investigate the occurrence of microplastics in livestock reproductive material, focusing on boar and bull semen as previously unexplored biological matrices. In addition to this primary objective, the project will develop and optimize methodologies for reliable microplastic extraction and identification using advanced FTIR imaging techniques. Comprehensive semen quality assessments, including motility, […]

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]]> From Research to Practice: A KTU–TUD Partnership for SME-Centered Tech Transfer https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/from-research-to-practice-a-ktu-tud-partnership-for-sme-centered-tech-transfer/ Mon, 04 May 2026 23:25:01 +0000 https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/from-research-to-practice-a-ktu-tud-partnership-for-sme-centered-tech-transfer/ The aim of the project is to establish a long-term partnership between KTU and TUD that goes beyond traditional research cooperation and focuses in particular on knowledge transfer to industry. The focus is on identifying and further developing common areas of expertise, particularly in the fields of digitalization and bioeconomy.

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]]> European Materials Acceleration Center for Energy (EU-MACE) https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/european-materials-acceleration-center-for-energy-eu-mace/ Thu, 11 Dec 2025 11:46:27 +0000 https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/european-materials-acceleration-center-for-energy-eu-mace/ The main aim of the Action is to create a new form of alliance across the entire innovation value chain of materials for clean energy applications by overcoming the fragmentation of materials research and technology development and via supporting informed decisions by diverse stakeholders.

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]]> Development and implementation of a new concept soil ripper in sustainable agricultural sector https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/development-and-implementation-of-a-new-concept-soil-ripper-in-sustainable-agricultural-sector/ Thu, 11 Dec 2025 11:46:12 +0000 https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/development-and-implementation-of-a-new-concept-soil-ripper-in-sustainable-agricultural-sector/ Tillage in the agricultural sector is characterised by high abrasive wear losses [3], where various tillage tools (cultivators, chisels, ploughshares, etc.) are used for weed control and seedbed conditions. The EU policy supports no-tillage technology, which mostly uses soil ripper to cut the soil. The shape of the soil ripper highly affects the energy consumption […]

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]]> Development of eco-friendly multifunctional structural composites (Eco-Multi-Comp) https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/development-of-eco-friendly-multifunctional-structural-composites-eco-multi-comp/ Thu, 11 Dec 2025 11:46:11 +0000 https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/development-of-eco-friendly-multifunctional-structural-composites-eco-multi-comp/ The main idea of the project is to propose a new, eco-friendly and advanced fibre reinforced epoxy composites with at least the same mechanical properties as the traditional glass fibre composites. For the implementation of this idea, the project has the ambition to combine theoretical modelling and experimental research with nano-engineered technologies. The new composite […]

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]]> Anti-Microbial Coating Innovations to Prevent Infectious Diseases (AMICI) https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/anti-microbial-coating-innovations-to-prevent-infectious-diseases-amici/ Thu, 11 Dec 2025 11:46:10 +0000 https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/anti-microbial-coating-innovations-to-prevent-infectious-diseases-amici/ Collaboration between partners to develop, research and disseminate information on new antimicrobial coatings to protect wounds from infection

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]]> Research and development of vibrational transport systems for bodies on an oscillating platform under in a wide range controlled dry friction (VibroTransport) https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/research-and-development-of-vibrational-transport-systems-for-bodies-on-an-oscillating-platform-under-in-a-wide-range-controlled-dry-friction-vibrotransport/ Thu, 11 Dec 2025 11:46:08 +0000 https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/research-and-development-of-vibrational-transport-systems-for-bodies-on-an-oscillating-platform-under-in-a-wide-range-controlled-dry-friction-vibrotransport/ Transportation and assembly of miniature and micro bodies are rapidly developing and ground-breaking technologies motivated by the trend toward miniaturization of mass-produced products. Currently, the research on these topics is of the utmost importance in most fields of sciences and industries, especially related to new and high technologies. Transportation of micro bodies is an especially […]

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]]> Leadership and Organisation for Teaching at European Universities (LOTUS) https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/leadership-and-organisation-for-teaching-at-european-universities-lotus/ Thu, 11 Dec 2025 11:46:07 +0000 https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/leadership-and-organisation-for-teaching-at-european-universities-lotus/ The post Leadership and Organisation for Teaching at European Universities (LOTUS) appeared first on Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Design.

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]]> Sustainable Design and Process in Textiles for Higher Education (GreenTEX) https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/sustainable-design-and-process-in-textiles-for-higher-education-greentex/ Thu, 11 Dec 2025 11:46:07 +0000 https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/sustainable-design-and-process-in-textiles-for-higher-education-greentex/ The intention of the project implementers is to fill the knowledge gap in the area of Sustainable Design and Process in Textiles for Higher Education. The condition of the textile and clothing industry and related industries does not look optimistic in the context of care for the natural environment. Therefore, it is necessary to raise […]

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]]> Dress up, Dance and Digitally Dive into Culture (4D CULTURE) https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/dress-up-dance-and-digitally-dive-into-culture-4d-culture/ Thu, 11 Dec 2025 11:46:05 +0000 https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/dress-up-dance-and-digitally-dive-into-culture-4d-culture/ In recent years’, digitization offered new opportunities for audiences to gain access to cultural heritage. Information about tradition, folklore costumes and dancing appears to be scattered throughout the internet or scarce, found only within books of the past. However, research efforts and scientific thinking focus on the development of experiential and play pedagogy to support […]

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]]> European Network to connect research and innovation efforts on advanced Smart Textiles (CONTEXT) https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/european-network-to-connect-research-and-innovation-efforts-on-advanced-smart-textiles-context/ Thu, 11 Dec 2025 11:46:04 +0000 https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/european-network-to-connect-research-and-innovation-efforts-on-advanced-smart-textiles-context/ A European collaborative network for advanced textile research and innovation

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]]> Improvement of protective masks and adaptation of production technologies to Lithuanian textile sector in case of possible extreme conditions https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/improvement-of-protective-masks-and-adaptation-of-production-technologies-to-lithuanian-textile-sector-in-case-of-possible-extreme-conditions/ Thu, 11 Dec 2025 11:46:03 +0000 https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/improvement-of-protective-masks-and-adaptation-of-production-technologies-to-lithuanian-textile-sector-in-case-of-possible-extreme-conditions/ Reusable protective masks are being improved and production technologies are being adapted to the Lithuanian textile sector in case of possible extreme conditions

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]]> Carbon molecular nanostructures in space (NanoSpace) https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/carbon-molecular-nanostructures-in-space-nanospace/ Thu, 11 Dec 2025 11:46:13 +0000 https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/carbon-molecular-nanostructures-in-space-nanospace/ The aim of NanoSpace is to determine the abundance, formation mechanisms and astrochemical role of carbonaceous nanoparticles in space. Carbon is ubiquitous in space; from small carbon and hydrocarbon molecules to fullerenes and large but currently unidentified polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, carbonaceous dust particles and ultimately life. The clear identification of C60 in the interstellar medium […]

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]]> Vocational Education & Training towards re-inventing apparel procedures VETRINE https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/vocational-education-training-towards-re-inventing-apparel-procedures-vetrine/ Thu, 11 Dec 2025 11:46:15 +0000 https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/vocational-education-training-towards-re-inventing-apparel-procedures-vetrine/ VETRINE project has adopted a concrete methodology for the preparation, development and delivery of project’s activities that will strengthen the capacities of VET learners towards green practices into the apparel sector.

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]]> Transformations international Experience and Research network for Sustainable futures (TransformERS) https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/transformations-international-experience-and-research-network-for-sustainable-futures-transformers/ Thu, 11 Dec 2025 11:46:16 +0000 https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/transformations-international-experience-and-research-network-for-sustainable-futures-transformers/ The post Transformations international Experience and Research network for Sustainable futures (TransformERS) appeared first on Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Design.

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]]> Cooperation, development and cross-border transfer of Industrial Symbiosis among industry and stakeholders (LIAISE) https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/cooperation-development-and-cross-border-transfer-of-industrial-symbiosis-among-industry-and-stakeholders-liaise/ Thu, 11 Dec 2025 11:46:26 +0000 https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/cooperation-development-and-cross-border-transfer-of-industrial-symbiosis-among-industry-and-stakeholders-liaise/ The aim of the action is to develop an inclusive and holistic approach to industrial symbiosis (IS), creating synergies between the various actors, based on the stakeholder model, and laying the groundwork for greater and more robust knowledge development, while at the same time fostering a future of results-oriented research and development.

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]]> Development of composite self-cleaning nanofiltration membranes for water treatment https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/development-of-composite-self-cleaning-nanofiltration-membranes-for-water-treatment/ Thu, 11 Dec 2025 11:46:25 +0000 https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/development-of-composite-self-cleaning-nanofiltration-membranes-for-water-treatment/ Membrane filtration is one of the most commonly used methods to remove microplastics (MPs) and nanoplastics (NPs), which allows for precise separation of different types of MPs in a facile, efficient, and environmentally-friendly manner. Membrane filtration is dependent on the selective permeability of membrane pores driven by pressure differences. However, larger MPs can quickly block […]

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