Ultra-high temperature materials
We address refractories, UHTC ceramics and carbon composites for systems operating beyond 1500°C. Thermal shock, oxidation and structural integrity are validated through coordinated test campaigns.
Infrastructure & Expertise
End-to-end capabilities for extreme environments
MUEC investigates material behaviour from design to qualification in scenarios ranging from ultra-high temperatures to aggressive chemical media. Integrated facilities provide the responsiveness and flexibility demanded by national industry.
Material research strengths
Protective coatings
Layered designs, spray process control and service life assessment are executed for thermal and environmental barrier coatings. TESLAB supports rare-earth top coats and MCrAlY bond coat optimisation.
Corrosive media materials
Corrosion-resistant alloys, ceramics and polymers are developed for chemical processing and energy assets. High-temperature oxidation, hot corrosion and electrochemical testing feed our shared data backbone.
Radiation-resilient solutions
We analyse steels, ceramics and composites for nuclear, space and medical applications. Microstructural evolution, atomic displacement mechanisms and long-term performance are tracked holistically.
Computational engineering toolkit
Thermodynamic modelling with Calphad, molecular dynamics and finite element simulations anticipate multiscale behaviour. Data-driven digital twins evaluate design variants quickly and lower risk for critical components.
Numerical stress analyses simulate combined loads experienced in service, guiding choices on coating thickness, microstructure and processing parameters with data-backed evidence.
Experimental characterisation
- Real-time particle velocity and temperature diagnostics during plasma spray.
- Thermal shock, burner rig and furnace tests replicating demanding duty cycles.
- Spectroscopy, thermodynamic measurements and magnetic property analysis.
- Electrical transport and tribology measurements for performance validation.
All measurements are recorded in a traceable data infrastructure, supporting certification and compliance requirements. Safety and quality frameworks align with international standards.
Integrated operating model
MUEC connects university and industry teams through shared project management practices. Joint laboratory access, common data repositories and agile governance keep programmes on schedule while developing the next generation of specialists.
Experience gained within TESLAB shapes the design of new test cells, ensuring consistent methodologies across ultra-high temperature, corrosion and radiation campaigns. Results are documented to meet international validation expectations.