Projects - Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Design | KTU https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/ KTU Tue, 14 Apr 2026 23:24:49 +0000 en-US hourly 1 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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]]> Research on Unmanned Aerial Vehicles to Improve Aerodynamic and Aerocoustic Properties (RUAV) https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/research-on-unmanned-aerial-vehicles-to-improve-aerodynamic-and-aerocoustic-properties-ruav/ Thu, 11 Dec 2025 11:46:42 +0000 https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/research-on-unmanned-aerial-vehicles-to-improve-aerodynamic-and-aerocoustic-properties-ruav/ The post Research on Unmanned Aerial Vehicles to Improve Aerodynamic and Aerocoustic Properties (RUAV) appeared first on Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Design.

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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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]]> Study of the Impact of Passive, Active, and Combined Measures on the Reduction of Hydrodynamic Resistance (SACT-HR) https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/study-of-the-impact-of-passive-active-and-combined-measures-on-the-reduction-of-hydrodynamic-resistance-sact-hr/ Thu, 11 Dec 2025 11:46:47 +0000 https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/study-of-the-impact-of-passive-active-and-combined-measures-on-the-reduction-of-hydrodynamic-resistance-sact-hr/ The post Study of the Impact of Passive, Active, and Combined Measures on the Reduction of Hydrodynamic Resistance (SACT-HR) appeared first on Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Design.

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]]> Plasma-based metal nanoparticle deposition and low-frequency ultrasound mechanisms of action against Prototheca spp. in an antimicrobial environment (Ultrananoalgae) https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/plasma-based-metal-nanoparticle-deposition-and-low-frequency-ultrasound-mechanisms-of-action-against-prototheca-spp-in-an-antimicrobial-environment-ultrananoalgae/ Mon, 30 Mar 2026 23:24:45 +0000 https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/plasma-based-metal-nanoparticle-deposition-and-low-frequency-ultrasound-mechanisms-of-action-against-prototheca-spp-in-an-antimicrobial-environment-ultrananoalgae/ The post Plasma-based metal nanoparticle deposition and low-frequency ultrasound mechanisms of action against Prototheca spp. in an antimicrobial environment (Ultrananoalgae) appeared first on Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Design.

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]]> Supporting Entrepreneurship in Eco Design (FASHION ED) https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/supporting-entrepreneurship-in-eco-design-fashion-ed/ Thu, 11 Dec 2025 11:46:24 +0000 https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/supporting-entrepreneurship-in-eco-design-fashion-ed/ Fashion.ED aims to promote sustainable practices in fashion by enhancing the skills and knowledge of students and professionals. The program supports the next generation of eco-fashion entrepreneurs through training, digital tools and resources. Objectives include developing entrepreneurial skills, providing knowledge on eco-design in fashion through interactive VR experiments, organizing training and study visits, and stimulating […]

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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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]]> Development of Innovative Plastic and Other Additive Composites with Distinctive Physical and Chemical Properties https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/development-of-innovative-plastic-and-other-additive-composites-with-distinctive-physical-and-chemical-properties/ Thu, 11 Dec 2025 11:46:02 +0000 https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/development-of-innovative-plastic-and-other-additive-composites-with-distinctive-physical-and-chemical-properties/ The aim of the project is to use the latest technologies and processes to develop innovative and sustainable polymer products, thereby increasing the revenues and profits of Vilkritis UAB and achieving continuous and long-term growth of the company. The project develops polyolefin composites containing renewable raw materials, inorganic production or organic agricultural waste, which not […]

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]]> Clean and innovative textiles strategy for circular economy CLEANTEX https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/clean-and-innovative-textiles-strategy-for-circular-economy-cleantex/ Thu, 11 Dec 2025 11:46:00 +0000 https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/clean-and-innovative-textiles-strategy-for-circular-economy-cleantex/ The European textile sector is facing major challenges to implement the green transition. CLEANTEX aims to develop customised training materials for companies and university students in the textile sector about circular economy and eco-design to boost their innovation potential to thrive sustainable solutions. In this context, the CLEANTEX project will develop the tools for the […]

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]]> European Network of Bioadhesion Expertise: Fundamental Knowledge to Inspire Advanced Bonding Technologies https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/european-network-of-bioadhesion-expertise-fundamental-knowledge-to-inspire-advanced-bonding-technologies/ Thu, 11 Dec 2025 11:45:59 +0000 https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/european-network-of-bioadhesion-expertise-fundamental-knowledge-to-inspire-advanced-bonding-technologies/ Many organisms, ranging from bacteria and fungi to those much larger animals and plants use chemical and mechanical means to attach permanently or temporarily to surfaces. Some bioadhesives have advantages over synthetic counterparts in terms of their ability to function over a wide temperature range, in wet or dry environments, and to form stable bonds […]

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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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]]> 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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]]> 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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]]> E-Textiles for Heated 3-dimensional Orthopaedic Products https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/e-textiles-for-heated-3-dimensional-orthopaedic-products/ Thu, 11 Dec 2025 11:46:23 +0000 https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/e-textiles-for-heated-3-dimensional-orthopaedic-products/ Development and production of high value-added textile products, development of innovative technologies, which increase the functionality of textile products, are priority directions of textile engineering development. Possibilities of modern textile technologies to produce products of complex spatial shapes and structures, combining various natural, synthetic and non-textile fibres, significantly expand the limits of functionality and applicability […]

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]]> Helping the textile industry reduce its water footprint (REWAFT) https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/helping-the-textile-industry-reduce-its-water-footprint-rewaft/ Thu, 11 Dec 2025 11:46:22 +0000 https://fmed.ktu.edu/projects/helping-the-textile-industry-reduce-its-water-footprint-rewaft/ As a global resource, water is affecting heavily global ecosystems, causing environmental imbalance of the aquatic ecosystems and putting many species in danger. The concept of water footprint is an important breakthrough in the evolution of methodologies, approaches, and indicators for measuring freshwater appropriation and assessing the wastewater discharge. REWAFT project aims to raise awareness […]

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