Science and Research - Projects
International and EU-funded projects
2024 – 2027
Corrosion-Resistant Linear Raster Scales with Low-Temperature Plasma Nitriding (CORESCALE). Eureka Network Programme. Project leader: doc. Fujda. 2024-20413/NP
Corrosion-Resistant Linear Raster Scales with Low-Temperature Plasma Nitriding (CORESCALE). Eureka Network Programme. Project leader: doc. Fujda. 2024-20413/NP
2023 – 2027
Solution for corrosion optimized repair and prediction with efficient network of environment sensors (SCORPENES). European Defence Agency. Project leader: doc. Halama.
2019 – 2020
Hydrogen + Strategy for Kosice Region, Joint Research Centre (JRC) EC – Project leader: doc. Halama.
2017 – 2020
Study of the beginning of plastic flow of metals during cold deformation. Croatian Science Foundation HRZZ IP-2016-06-1270. Project leader: Ing. Matvija.
2011 – 2014
Competence centre for industrial research and development in light metals and composites. ITMS project code: 26220220154. Call code: OPVaV-2010/2.2/06-SORO. Operational programme: Research and development co-financed by the European Regional Development Fund. Priority level: 2, Support for research and development. Action: 2.2 Transfer of knowledge and technologies acquired through research and development into practice.
2010 – 2014
Research Centre for Renewable Energy Cogeneration Systems Integration Efficiency. ITMS project code: 26220220064. Call code: OPVaV-2009/2.2/02-SORO. Operational programme: Support for applied research, development and technology transfer in the energy and power sector.
2010 – 2012
VUKONZE Centre for Research on the Efficiency of Combined Renewable Energy Systems Integration. ITMS project code: 26220220064. Call code: OPVaV-2008/2.2/02-SORO. Operational programme: Research and development co-financed by the European Regional Development Fund. Priority level: 2 Support for research and development. Action: 2.2 Transfer of knowledge and technologies acquired through research and development into practice.
2010 – 2012
TRANSFER Technology for the preparation of high permeability electrical steels for higher efficiency electric motors. ITMS project code: 26220220037. Call code: OPVaV-2009/2.2/02-SORO. Operational programme: Support for applied research, development and technology transfer in the energy and power sector.
2008 – 2011
Microalloying steels with optimal parameters of mechanical properties – MICROST EUREKA E! 4092.
APVV
2024 – 2027
Development of advanced materials for future bioresorbable implants. Project leader: doc. Saksl. APVV-23-0030.
2010 – 2011
Mechanical and microstructural characteristics of ultrafine light metal alloys. Project leader: doc. Bidulská. APVV: Slovak-Polish international scientific and technical cooperation.
2006 – 2010
Nanostructure formation in metallic materials by intense bulk plastic deformation and its relation to physical-mechanical properties. Project leader: prof. Kvačkaj. APVV-20-027205.
VEGA
2022 – 2025
Research on the resistance and prevention of hydrogen embrittlement in advanced structural materials. Projekt SAV/TUKE: doc. Halama. VEGA 2/0072/22.
2022 – 2024
Development and analysis of properties of advanced polymer matrix composites doped with silver nanoparticles for sensors and antibacterial applications. Project leader: doc. Velgosová. VEGA 1/0020/22.
2020 – 2022
Advanced composites based on magnesium and carbon nanomaterials (CNT/CNF/GNP) prepared by pulsed electric current sintering. Deputy Head for Education: doc. Velgosová. VEGA 2/0101/20.
2019 – 2021
Analysis of structural, corrosion and antimicrobial properties of biologically synthesized silver nanoparticles and preparation of nanocomposites based on polymers containing Ag nanoparticles. Project leader: doc. Velgosová. VEGA 1/0134/19.
2019 – 2021
Determination of the kinetics of oxide layer growth and mechanisms of its enrichment with alloying elements in the oxidation process of 9Cr heat-strengthened steels. Project leader: prof. Hagarová. VEGA 1/0622/19.
2017 – 2019
Effect of secondary particles on the microstructure and mechanical properties of magnesium nanocomposite structures. Deputy Head for Education: doc. Velgosová. VEGA 2/0080/17.
2016 – 2019
Assessment of formability of newly developed composite materials prepared on the basis of powder metallurgy. Project leader: doc. Bidulský. VEGA 1/0732/16.
2016 – 2018
Effect of tin on the precipitation hardening of AlMgSi alloys in the ageing process. Project leader: doc. Fujda. VEGA 1/0812/16.
2015 – 2018
Bacterial transformation of sulphur compounds in synthesis and degradation of materials. Responsible person: doc. Lupták. VEGA 2/0145/15.
2015 – 2017
Study of the use of silver nanoparticles produced by biometallurgical processes in the prevention of biofilm formation. Project leader: doc. Velgosová. VEGA 1/0197/15.
2014 – 2017
Analysis of local properties of automotive sheet metal in dynamic conditions. Project leader: doc. Mihaliková. VEGA 1/0549/14.
2014 – 2017
Effect of plastic deformation under cryogenic conditions on the structure and properties of metallic materials. Project leader: prof. Kvačkaj. VEGA 1/0325/14.
2014 – 2016
Influence of intense plastic deformations on structure formation and properties of progressive nanomaterial composite systems. Deputy Head for Education: doc. Velgosová. VEGA 2/0118/14.
2012 – 2015
Influence of technological parameters on the structure and properties of Ni alloy electroplating. Project leader: doc. Hagarová. VEGA 1/1123/12.
2012 – 2014
Study of new processes in biometallurgical and hydrometallurgical recovery of noble metals from wastewater. Project manager: doc. Velgosová. VEGA 1/0235/12
2011 – 2013
Formation and degradation of nanoscale structures. Project leader: prof. Kvačkaj. VEGA 1/0359/11.
2011 – 2013
Influence of dispersed particles on structure formation and properties of nanocomposites prepared by SPD method. Deputy of project leader: prof. Kvačkaj. VEGA 2/0025/11.
2011 – 2013
Effect of intense plastic deformation on microstructural characteristics and mechanical properties of high-strength aluminium alloys prepared by powder metallurgy. Project leader: doc. Bidulská. VEGA 1/0385/11.
2007 – 2009
Investigation of the influence of plastic deformation and thermal regimes on the properties of new high-strength complex-phase steels. Project leader: prof. Kvačkaj. VEGA 1/4136/07.
KEGA
2023 – 2025
Creation of tools for material engineering education using IT tools for Industry 4.0. Project leader: doc. Mihaliková. KEGA 009TUKE-4/2023.
2021 – 2023
Preparing new hybrid engineers for battery systems, energy storage and hydrogen technologies. Project leader: doc. Halama. KEGA 006TUKE-4/2021.