十二月 2018

Address: South Ural State University 76, Prospect Lenina Office 303, University Building №1A Tel.: + 7 351 267 95 17 E-mails: avdinvv@susu.ru Research Team Viacheslav Avdin D.Sc., Associate Professor Igor Krivtsov Ph.D. The project aims at developing a reagent-free and wasteless method of photocatalytic degradation of organic pollutants resistant to oxidation. Objectives: Optimisation of the existing photocatalytic properties to degrade organic pollutants. The catalyst must interact specifically with the particular pollutant, while other present industrial substances must not disturb the degradation process. Studying the kinetics of the photodegradation and the precipitation kinetics of catalyst grains; mathematical modelling of water purification process and catalyst grains extraction; theoretical and experimental research on the optimal grain properties. Development of the method for the catalyst surface modification (catalytic activity, pollutant selectivity). Design and development of the pilot water purification system (for the MMK plant). Development of catalysts tailored for different customers. Collaboration with different industrial partners. Development of high-tech catalyst manufacturing centres. About We developed a method for the synthesis of silica–titania composite oxide using novel solution/sol single precursor containing titanium peroxocomplex and silicic acid. The silica–titania hydrogel is dissolved in hydrogen peroxide. The obtained solution loses its stability as hydrogen peroxide decomposes, and the precipitate is formed. We studied the dried precipitations (xerogel) in comparison with the mixed SiO/TiO xerogel, prepared via the co-precipitation of inorganic salts. The samples prepared via the peroxo method provides a lower degree of molecular homogeneity (i.e., number of Si-O-Ti bonds) than the co-precipitated materials, keeping the anatase phase less prone to rutile formation. Therefore, silicon dioxide does not significantly affect the TiO crystallisation process allowing to achieve higher crystallinity of titanium dioxide. The utilisation of this precursor for the synthesis of the mixed oxides SiO-TiO material in hydrothermal conditions led to unexpected results. We found that in the mixed oxide anastase crystallinity and crystal size increase as the SiO content increases until the equimolar SiO2/ TiO2 state, and then, as the concentration of silicic acid further increases, the crystallinity and crystal size decrease. The research on photocatalytic properties has shown that this method enables to develop photocatalysts that are five times more effective in their photocatalytic degradation of methylene blue under UV light than its commercially available counterpart. Results Understanding structure formation of composite gels on the basis of silica gel and transition metal oxyhydroxides; Development of composite materials on the basis of transition metal oxides; Synthesis of silica–titania composite oxide for the application in photocatalysis; Development of nanostructured catalysts for resource-efficient technologies. Future research projects The application of the existing nanostructured catalysts for industrial purposes is limited due to the very small aggregate size in the composite (approx. 50 nm) that complicates their extraction from treated water. We have developed a composite catalyst that includes nano-sized particles of titanium dioxide (approx. 10 nm) embedded in the amorphous silica matrix. With that said, the aggregate size grows hundreds of times keeping the same level of efficiency, which allows using these photocatalysts for industrial applications. At present, we are working on the technology of phenol removal from industrial wastewaters that will reduce its emissions and positively affect the environment of the region and, in the future, other Russian regions. We are further planning to commercialise the technology. Partners

Address: South Ural State University Office 104, University Building №8 79а, Soni Krivoy Tel.: + 7 351 77 66 0 66 E-mail: ctrb@susu.ru Director of the Centre Yulia Babanova Ph.D. Mission To provide insightful management courses in a hands-on, experience-based learning environment. Objectives Provide practical training in modern management techniques; Develop unique teaching methods in business and management; Conduct research projects on business development; Form partnerships with Russian and international organisations. About The Business Development Research and Education Centre opened at the School of Economics and Management in 2018. It is a modern facility for modelling business processes in an organisation. Based on the 20-year university experience in business education, the Business Development Centre has incorporated the best Russian and international practices of imitation learning. At the core of the systematic approach to teaching is the combination of business games with various learning tasks, which improves student engagement. The centre offers courses on Lean manufacturing, Quick Response Management, and Agile management. The Business Development Centre also provides management consulting services that focus on the most critical issues, including the strategy, operations, and development. The qualified specialists make sure that learners master their management skills and apply them no matter the size and nature of an organisation.  Learning Advantages: Modular courses; Fast and practical training in business development; Flexible study; Learning support (Bitrix24) Effective training on teamwork. Achievements The Business Development facility is planning to become the regional centre for training experienced specialists, improving employability skills, and increasing organisational productivity.  Partners

Address: South Ural State University Office 208a, Main University Building 76, Prospect Lenina Tel.: + 7 351 272 34 44 E-mail: samodurovamn@susu.ru Head of the Laboratory Philippe Bertrand D.Sc., Professor National Engineering School of Saint-Étienne (France) Deputy Head of the Laboratory Marina Samodurova Ph.D., Associate Professor South Ural State University Goals The Laboratory of Mechanics, Laser Processes and Digital Production Technologies opened in 2017 under Project 5-100. The laboratory focuses on accelerating the implementation of additive manufacturing in Russian industries to improve their productivity and competitiveness and nurturing qualified engineers with hands-on experience in the field. About Additive manufacturing uses data computer-aided-design (CAD) software or 3D object scanners to direct hardware to deposit material, layer upon layer, in precise geometric shapes, to create an object. By contrast, traditional manufacturing requires the removal of material through various means to create the desired object. The Laboratory of Mechanics, Laser Processes and Digital Production Technologies conducts research to create advanced powder coatings with laser cladding and detonation spraying. The research team is involved in the research on powder hot pressing, surface engineering, advanced coating design, and materials development and processing. The laboratory features the latest equipment for mechanical, adhesion, and powder testing, physical process modelling, and laser and detonation spraying. Achievements The research team has developed new methods of hot pressing for mechanical engineering and metallurgical industries and offered innovative approaches to tool design. The laboratory presented a product sample with the surface restored by laser cladding at Innoprom, Ekaterinburg (2018).  Headed by Marina Samodurova, the research team is working on several projects in collaboration with the large industrial organisations in Russia: ChelPipe and Russian Electric Motors. Partners