Several thesis activities are available, many of which with the possibility of a period abroad. For more information, contact the teacher (paolo.neri@unipi.it).
Vibration full-field measurement
The activity involves the development of full-field measurement systems and techniques for the acquisition of the vibration response of mechanical components with optical methods, using Digital Image Correlation techniques. The activity is in collaboration with Siemens LMS (Leuven, Belgium).
Bladed disks dynamics
Study of the peculiarities in the field of structural dynamics of bladed disks and rotating components, using robotic (video) and full-field measurement methods.
Cryomodules transportation
Development of numerical and experimental techniques for the dynamic characterization of cryomodules for high-energy physics experiments, in order to mitigate the risk of damage during transport and to optimize their operational performance. The activity is in collaboration with Fermilab (Batavia, Chicago, IL).
Superconductive cavities transportation
Development of transport systems suitable for isolating from vibrations the superconducting radiofrequency cavities used for particle acceleration. The activity is in collaboration with Fermilab, PIP-II project (Batavia, Chicago, IL).
Dilution Refrigerators dynamic analysis
Development of simulation techniques for the dynamic characterization of cryogenic devices for Quantum Computing applications and the suppression of vibrations in operation. The activity is in collaboration with Fermilab, SQMS project (Batavia, Chicago, IL).
