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Valorisation of mushroom agrowastes to obtain high value products (FUNGUSCHAIN)

Start date: Nov 1, 2016, End date: Oct 31, 2020,

The project aims at the valorization of agricultural residues coming from mushroom (Agaricus Bisporus) farming residues as a case to set up new cascading possibilities using innovative procedures to extract high value bio-based additives (antioxidants, antimicrobials, proteins), convert lipids into bioplasticizers and polysaccharides (glucans and fermentable sugars) into biopolymers using remainin ...
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Hybrid automated machine integrating concurrent manufacturing processes, increasing the production volume of functional on-demand using high multi-material deposition rates (KRAKEN)

Start date: Oct 1, 2016, End date: Sep 30, 2019,

KRAKEN will develop a disruptive hybrid manufacturing concept to equip SME and large industries with affordable All-in-one machine for the customised design, production/reparation and quality control of functional parts (made in aluminium, thermoset or both materials combined from 0,1m till 20m) through subtractive and novel additive technologies in vast working areas without floor space requireme ...
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High performance biomass extracted functional hybrid polymer coatings for food, cosmetic and medical device packaging (HYPERBIOCOAT)

Start date: Sep 1, 2016, End date: Aug 31, 2019,

Today, fresh food as well as convenience food is sold in packages. Hygienic conditions, long shelf life and easy availability of these packed products account for our standard of living. However, this convenience contributes in a significant way to environmental pollution, as packaging is mainly achieved by plastic materials in this case. Biodegradable packaging materials have been on the market f ...
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Production of fully recyclable and reusable green composites based on bioresins and natural fibres (LIFE RECYSITE)

Start date: Jul 1, 2016, End date: Jun 30, 2019,

Background The benefits of components and products designed and produced in fibre-reinforced composite materials to substitute metals are well recognised by many industries. The higher strength, lower weight and reduced maintenance requirements of these materials has led to many engineering applications in the transport industry and the construction secto ...
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High versatility and accurate tooling set produced in All-In-One machine for the cost efficiency Sub-Assembly, Functional Checks and Transport of the Morphing Winglet and Multifunctional Outer flaps. (WINBOXTOOL)

Start date: Jan 1, 2017, End date: Jun 30, 2019,

WINBOXTOOL will develop a versatile prototype tooling set (80% of the tooling in common for LH & RH) for the cost efficiency Assembly and Transport of the Morphing Winglet and Multifunctional Outer Flaps of the next generation optimized wing box (reduction of 15% in time and 10% in cost). The proposed innovative approach, based on the utilisation of a fully automated all-in-one machine (Figure 1) ...
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Drones: Experiential Learning and new Training Assets

Start date: Dec 1, 2016, End date: May 31, 2019,

The project aims at:- socializing (with case studies reconstructed for educational purposes) pupils and teachers of VET schools with drone technology, designing its integration with curricular STEM programs as teacher-led approach- co-designing with companies innovative working environments, developing the necessary resources for an open and transferable WBL for the realization of a project work “ ...
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Innovative fully biodegradable mulching films & fruit protection bags for sustainable agricultural practices (LIFE MULTIBIOSOL)

Start date: Sep 1, 2015, End date: Dec 31, 2018,

Background For over half a century growers/farmers have been using plastic materials in agriculture, also known as agro-films. Current existing semi-intensive and intensive farming practices require the use of large quantities of mulching film and fruit protection bags (and clips to close them) since they help prevent the growth of weeds, protect crops fr ...
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Improving knowledge and competencies of automotive workers for the factories ofthe future

Start date: Nov 1, 2016, End date: Oct 31, 2018,

Whereas the automotive sector plays a key role in the European economy and is as an industry is booming, it is crucial that in this sector workers are prepared for the demands of increased competitiveness. Various reports and studies have found that there are certain curricular deficiencies in the qualification of automotive workers whose solution would greatly enhance its versatility and therefor ...
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BIOPLASTICTRAIN

Start date: Nov 1, 2016, End date: Oct 31, 2018,

BIOPLASTICTRAIN will develop training content and a eleraning platform to upgrade plastic transformation technicians skills to be ready to work with biomaterials and bioplastics.Bioplastic is according to famous Smithers Pira ranking, within the 5 key technologies towards 2023.According to a recent job market analysis conducted by European Bioplastics, the European bioplastics industry could – wit ...
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LIFE Fresh Box: a sustainable transport solution conserving quality of fresh produce, reducing waste & fuel consumption (LIFE Fresh Box)

Start date: Jul 1, 2014, End date: Jun 30, 2017,

Background Fresh products, such as fruits and vegetables, are highly perishable. They therefore require rapid transportation and good storage after being harvested in order to maintain their physical, chemical and organoleptic properties. Enhancing the shelf life of fresh produce, however, can help avoid food waste during transportation/distribution and ...
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Building Lifecycle Energy Saving Integral Learning

Start date: Sep 1, 2014, End date: Aug 31, 2016,

BLESIL aims at improving skills and competencies of construction sector workers within novel methodologies, techniques and software use within outcomes of European R&D founded projects, mainly to boost a more energy efficient buildings. Buildings account for 40 % of total energy consumption in the European Union (EU). Reduction of energy in the building sector constitutes important measures needed ...
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DEVELOPMENT OF INJECTION AND BLOW EXTRUSION MOLDED BIODEGRADABLE AND MULTIFUNCTIONAL PACKAGES BY NANOTECHNOLOGY: IMPROVEMENT OF STRUCTURAL AND BARRIER PROPERTIES, SMART FEATURES AND SUSTAINABILITY (DIBBIOPACK)

Start date: Mar 1, 2012, End date: Feb 29, 2016,

The project aims on the one hand the development of new biobased materials specially adapted to the development of a wide range of containers or packages (films made by extrusion laminating, trays or lids developed by injection moulding and bottles performed through extrusion blow moulding technologies) and the improvement of thermal, mechanical and barrier properties of these packages through nan ...
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DEVELOPMENT OF FLEXIBLE, SUSTAINABLE AND AUTOMATED PLATFORM FOR HIGH ACCURACY MANUFACTURING OPERATIONS IN MEDIUM AND LARGE COMPLEX COMPONENTS USING SPHERICAL ROBOT AND LASER TRACKER ON OVERHEAD CRANE (MEGAROB)

Start date: Nov 1, 2012, End date: Oct 31, 2015,

The main objective is to design a flexible and sustainable platform that automates high precision manufacturing operations in mid- and large sized parts or structures (typically from 10 meters long and above) and to develop a full scale demonstrator. The proposed system will consist in a conventional spherical robot mounted on a simple structure such as an overhead travelling crane, controlled by ...
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Virtual Centre of Services and Resources for Plastic Industry (INTPLASTIC)

Start date: May 31, 2002, End date: Jun 29, 2005,

The platform will provide the companies of the plastic products value chain with a wide variety of on-line technological services. The supply chain of plastic products in Europe includes around 40000 companies, mainly SMEs, which employ nearly one million people, with a processing capacity of over 30 million tons of plastic material per year and with a combined turnover of over 100 billion Euro. T ...
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Training on the nANOtechnology aspects of plastic COMPosites with enhanced properties for use in high-strength applications

TANOCOMP aimed at the urgent need of facilitating the technology transfer process of innovative technologies in European countries and provided a set of learning tools to enable involved actors to pro-actively participate and benefit of the process. TANOCOMP approached a field full of potential, namely nanocomposites. The benefits of the emerging technologies related to innovative nanocomposites h ...
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DELOS: Development of an e-learning platform for the operation and management of biogas production units

The EU countries, and specifically the Mediterranean countries that participate in this consortium (Cyprus, Greece, Spain) consider Biogas production units operation and management a very important aspect of their environmental policies, but they have neither specific curricula and practical oriented materials in their education systems regarding this field nor a specific map of competencies. This ...
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