Grant: Idea to Innovation
University of Calgary
$155,000.00
Green Manufacturing of Carbon Fibres (Phase 1)
EF 2023-24
Résumé
Carbon fibres (CFs) have captured significant attention due to their exceptional mechanical properties, including high strength and modulus, as well as their electrical, biocompatible, and thermal characteristics-all combined with lightweight attributes. These remarkable properties have facilitated diverse applications in sectors such as energy, aerospace, sports, and more. The projected surge in demand for CFs over the next five years is poised to double, underscoring the need to substantially curtail their production expenses. A noteworthy challenge in conventional CF manufacturing pertains to the substantial manufacturing costs coupled with 24-31 kilograms of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions per kilogram of CFs produced. These costs and emissions predominantly arise from the preparation of carbon fibre precursors and the traditional heat treatment processes employed for stabilization, carbonization and graphitization. To significantly mitigate both the environmental impact and the costs associated with CFs, while also expanding their potential applications, the imperative lies in the development of cost-effective precursor materials and the implementation of energy efficient techniques for stabilization, carbonization, and graphitization processes. This project's primary objective is to delve into various CF precursors and establish innovative, and continuous manufacturing methodologies for CFs. The scope of this research encompasses thorough precursor analysis, chemical stabilization, as well as explorations into photo-electromagnetic heat treatments such as microwave, microwave plasma, and laser post-treatment procedures. By synergizing advancements in material science, manufacturing techniques, and commercialization strategies, this initiative strives to introduce groundbreaking innovations for widespread adoption within Canada and beyond. Furthermore, this research assumes a pivotal role in nurturing highly qualified personnel (HQP) endowed with interdisciplinary competencies spanning design, material science, simulations, and advanced manufacturing.
Programme
Idea to Innovation
Bénéficiaire
Emplacement
Alberta, Canada
Type de bénéficiaire
Academia
Type
Grant
Source
NSERC's Awards Data
Tel que publié
Application id
586898-2023
Name nom
Park, Simon S
Department département
Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering
Organization id
11
Institution établissement
University of Calgary
Province en
Alberta
Province fr
Alberta
Country en
CANADA
Country fr
CANADA
Fiscal year exercice financier
2023
Competition year année de concours
2023
Award amount
155000
Program id
I2IPJ
Program name en
Idea to Innovation
Program name fr
De l'idée à l'innovation
Group en
RESEARCH PARTNERSHIPS
Group fr
PARTENARIATS DE RECHERCHE
Committee code
96
Committee name en
RPP Internal Decision Cttee
Committee name fr
Cté de décision interne - PPR
Area of application code
500
Area of application group en
Manufacturing processes and products
Area of application group fr
Procédés et produits industriels
Area of application en
Manufacturing processes and products
Area of application fr
Procédés et produits industriels
Research subject code
2002
Research subject group en
Materials science and technology
Research subject group fr
Materials processing
Research subject en
Science et technologie des matériaux
Research subject fr
Transformation des matériaux
Application title
Green Manufacturing of Carbon Fibres (Phase 1)
Keyword
Carbon Fibers; Carbonization; Continuous Fibers; Energy Efficient; Greenhouse Gas Emission Reduction; Heat Treatments; Laser; Light Weight; Melt Spinning; Microwave
Application summary
Carbon fibres (CFs) have captured significant attention due to their exceptional mechanical properties, including high strength and modulus, as well as their electrical, biocompatible, and thermal characteristics-all combined with lightweight attributes. These remarkable properties have facilitated diverse applications in sectors such as energy, aerospace, sports, and more. The projected surge in demand for CFs over the next five years is poised to double, underscoring the need to substantially curtail their production expenses. A noteworthy challenge in conventional CF manufacturing pertains to the substantial manufacturing costs coupled with 24-31 kilograms of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions per kilogram of CFs produced. These costs and emissions predominantly arise from the preparation of carbon fibre precursors and the traditional heat treatment processes employed for stabilization, carbonization and graphitization. To significantly mitigate both the environmental impact and the costs associated with CFs, while also expanding their potential applications, the imperative lies in the development of cost-effective precursor materials and the implementation of energy efficient techniques for stabilization, carbonization, and graphitization processes. This project's primary objective is to delve into various CF precursors and establish innovative, and continuous manufacturing methodologies for CFs. The scope of this research encompasses thorough precursor analysis, chemical stabilization, as well as explorations into photo-electromagnetic heat treatments such as microwave, microwave plasma, and laser post-treatment procedures. By synergizing advancements in material science, manufacturing techniques, and commercialization strategies, this initiative strives to introduce groundbreaking innovations for widespread adoption within Canada and beyond. Furthermore, this research assumes a pivotal role in nurturing highly qualified personnel (HQP) endowed with interdisciplinary competencies spanning design, material science, simulations, and advanced manufacturing.
