PhD student 1: Preparation and Characterization of Thermomagnetic bulk materials
Suye Su
Objectives
Preparation of bulk TM materials. Macroscopic characterization of novel TM materials. Improving the thermal diffusivity of TM materials by in-creasing the heat conductivity and reducing latent heat. In particular improving the heat conductivity requires efficient feedback from materials modelling in WP 3 and microscopic studies of PhD student 2. During secondments the student will acquire additional characterization techniques and experiences in materials processing in a commercial setting.
Expected Results
- Thermo-magnetic materials with high thermal diffusivity and improved mechanical strength.
- Development of novel materials families beyond the currently known LaFe13, Fe2P and Heusler.
- Feedback to WP3 on materials properties.
Work Package
WP4