Thermal imaging materials for space and defence applications

Project description

This project will use novel polymers in thermal imaging applications, including the preparation of novel lenses and windows, and the development of new camouflage technology. The key aim is to make low-cost and lightweight alternatives to industry standards. Thermal imaging is used in surveillance applications in defence and a variety of projects in the space industry.

Co-supervisors

Dr Christopher Gibson, Dr Jason Gascooke, A/Prof Martin Johnston, Prof Michelle Coote, A/Prof Zhongfan Jia

Further information

www.chalkerlab.com The Conversation: https://theconversation.com/weve-created-a-new-lens-that-could-take-thermal-cameras-out-of-spy-films-and-put-them-into-your-back-pocket-206594 Thermal Imaging and Clandestine Surveillance using Low-Cost Polymers with Long-Wave Infrared Transparency: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1002/adom.202300058

Assumed knowledge

Chemistry, physics and/or engineering

Supervisors research focus

chemistry, functional materials, sustainability For more, visit our research website: www.chalkerlab.com

Industry involvement

Parts of this project support collaborations with NASA and Defence organisations and contractors

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You must also contact each supervisor directly to discuss both the project details and your suitability to undertake the project.