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entanglement enhanced Trapped Atomc Clock on a Chip – ee-TACC
Typically, the performance of measurement devices is limited by deleterious effects such as thermal noise and vibration. Notable exceptions are atomic clocks, which benefit from the exquisitely stable properties of atoms and operate very near their fundamental limits. Driving devices to their physi
Realisation of a superconducting motor – RESUM
The superconducting motors and generators are a particularly attractive solution for electric propulsion and power generation. These superconducting devices allow to obtain power and torque and mass volume very high. In addition, the high efficiency of these machines makes them interesting in terms
Fundamental Properties and Optimization of MEMS Contacts for High Power Handling – FUNCHIP
The FUNCHIP project aims to determine the physical limits of parallel plate electrostatic actuators used in MEMS RF switches, and optimize the thermal behavior of these components. Applications targeted in this project include active antennas for Radars, in which RF - MEMS relays would protect th
HYbrid Polarisation controlled and mOnolithic tunable vertical Cavity surface emitting lAsers, for eMbedded and comPact optical and microwave systems – HYPOCAMP
The HYPOCAMP project aims at developing a new concept of tunable lasers, compact and robust, potentially low cost, with a low power consumption, and benefiting from an important wavelength accuracy : in agreement with most of the prerequisite for mobile and embedded applications. The proposed device
New technologies for the realization of 3D or flexible, ultra-thin and light electromagnetic absorbers – 3DRAM
Potential applications of electromagnetic absorbers strongly increased over the past few years. Radar absorbing materials were mainly used for stealth applications in the past but are now also integrated in industrial processes (electromagnetic compatibility in RF systems, antennas…). Potential appl
Combining cross-shore and longshore processes in sandy beach morphodynamics – CHIPO
Wide, healthy and safe sandy beaches are of major interest from the perspective of recreational and economic activity. In addition, sandy beaches are a strategic location for navy activities (unloading of troops, equipment or supplies; infrastructure protection; land mine detection). Yet, among all
Flake-shaped ferromagnetic particle composites for microwave absorption – CARPE DIEM
The objectives of the CARPE DIEM project are to elaborate, characterize and investigate by means of modeling new materials of sub-millimeter thickness allowing to absorb microwave radiations within the broadest frequency range including the spectral window 1-6 GHz. The foreseen applications encompa
New methods of Raman spectroscopy for biological agent analysis – NEOSPRAM
In many situations, one would like to be able to detect in real time the presence of some microorganisms of interest in a given sample. For armed forces in operation for instance, it may be crucial to swiftly detect the occurrence of highly pathogenic germs aerosolized by the enemy. Though exquisite
Experimental and theoretical study of the detonation of granular explosives – ATOLE
The ATOLE project aims at studying the underlying mechanisms involved in the detonation of oxygen-deficient explosives with granular structure. These still barely understood processes produce large quantities of solid carbon particles, among which a non-negligible part of nanodiamonds which size-d
Closed-loop BRAIN computer interface APPlication for enhanced cognition. – BrainAPP
The aim of the present project is three folds: 1- Develop a closed-loop brain-computer interface experimental design for enhanced perception and decision-making, i.e. to teach subjects to improve their perceptual and attentional processes thanks to direct real-time feedback on the information conte
Simulation for the Evaluation of Robustness of embedded Applications against Fault Injection – SERTIF
Nowadays embedded systems are pervasive, as they can be found in banks, health, biometric passports or smartphones. Therefore ensuring the security of those systems and their applications constitutes a critical requirement for maintaining functionality and data protection. Specific designs and coun
Study of an Ignition Infra-Red Laser Cell – ECLAIR
This project belongs to thematic 2, fluids and structures, subject 2.2.3. “propulsion and energetic flows” of the call and correspond to priority “reactive flow control which ignition is a crucial issue”. This project is dedicated to the investigation of laser ignition of two-phase flows in aeronau
A new class of antibiotics inhibiting bacterial trans-translation – antibio
The intensive use of antibiotics has introduced a selective pressure leading to the development of antibiotic-resistant microorganisms populations and a general decline in therapeutic efficacy. During this translational project, we will synthesize new anti-trans- translation molecules from a chemic
Radio astronomical tools for space weather research – ORME
The ORME project aims at developing radio astronomical tools for the prediction of major solar disturbances in the space environment of the Earth, solar energetic particles (SEPs) and coronal mass ejections (CMEs). These disturbances may lead to major space weather events that affect spaceborne and
Identification of viral methyltransferases inhibitors: a new antiviral strategy – VMTaseIn
Small molecules antiviral drugs have demonstrated their efficiency against a number of viruses. They are available for the treatment of infections with herpes viruses, HIV, HBV, HCV as well as with influenza viruses. Yet for many other emerging and/or neglected viruses causing life-threatening infec
Compact Inductive Generator Applied to Railgun – CIGAR
Current pulsed power supplies (PPS) for applications as high magnetic field generation, electromagnetic forming or electromagnetic launchers are typically based on capacitive storage and therefore very bulky. In order to integrate a pulsed power generator in a mobile system, it is necessary to reduc
Simplified External Cavity for MIR QCL – CALITREC
The CALITREC project focuses on the development of new external cavity tunable laser sources in the mid-infrared (MIR, 3-12µm), using Quantum Cascade Lasers (QCLs) as the gain medium and using novel wavelength selective mirrors inspired from Guided Mode Reflective Filters (GMRF), the so-called Cavit
MEMS sensors and actuators for the closed loop flow separation control of a flap – CAMELOTT
The goal of this project is to bring a technological breakthrough in the field of active flow control. The aim is more precisely to demonstrate a closed-loop control of a separation on a deflected flap (without slots), using innovative MEMS microactuators and micro-sensors after their development an
Multi Frequency Sonar and Sounders dedicated to the accurate measurement and imaging of the seafloor backscattered echoes. – S2MF
The S2MF project intends to overcome a scientific and technological barrier in the field of underwater acoustical imaging. The project aims at improving the tools used for imaging the seafloor, and measuring backscattered indexes. The leading idea is to combine the concept of saturated multi-frequen
Autonomous Measurements of coastal Turbidity from GLIders – MATUGLI
Summary: This project addresses a key question concerning the coastal marine environment: the characterization of the turbidity as an index of water clarity in coastal waters at various spatial and temporal scales. Turbidity is investigated as a proxy of the concentration of suspended particles and
Electromagnec Numerical Model with thermal coupling for Computational Dosimetry on Highly Heterogeneous Structures – MEDUSES 2
The new 2013/35 EU Directive, defining minimum health and safety requirements regarding the exposure of workers to electromagnetics fields, shall be transposed in member states regulations by July 2016. These exposure limits for workers are expressed in terms of internal electric field and Specific
Heterogeneous Decision-Theoretic Autonomous Fleet of Operators and Robots for Recognition, Surveillance and security of goods and persons – GARDES
The aim of this project is to explore new research directions in terms of architectures, models and algorithms using decision-theoretic and game-theoretic approaches to control operational unit. This unit is composed on autonomous robots navigating in coalition and in coordination with controled ro
Processing of architectured structures for transpiration cooling – MOSART
The MOSART project aims at combining two processing techniques, EBM (Electron Beam Melting) as additive manufacturing and partial powder sintering, in order to develop a transpiration system which is robust, adjustable in terms of permeability and oxidation resistant for the walls of combustion cham
Numerical simulation of hypervelocity impacts – SNIHYPER
The SNIHYPER project (Numerical Simulation of Hypervelocity Impacts) is carried out by a group of researchers from the Aix Marseille Université, the Direction des Applications Militaires (DAM) : DIF (DAM Ile de France ) and CESTA ( Centre d'Etudes Scientifiques et Techniques d’ Aquitaine ), and t
Raman Microspectroscopy Signature of Biological Agents – SIBIRAM
In many situations, one would like to be able to rapidly detect the presence of some microorganisms of interest in a given sample. For armed forces in operation for instance, it may be crucial to swiftly detect the occurrence of highly pathogenic germs aerosolized by the enemy. Though exquisitely se
Biodegradable and bioactive nanostructures for skin wounds functional reconstruction – PaNaCee
The aim of the PaNaCée project is to design « biological dressing » for treating skin wounds when their severity requires an urgent intervention, not facilitated by the localization of the operations and by the absence of local hospital or availability of classical treatment. A recent field of res
New Cold Cathodes based on ZnO / GaN Heterostructures – CATHEON
The main objective of this project is to demonstrate the feasibility of cold cathodes for emitting electrons in vacuum with high current density (> 0,1 A/cm2). This type of cathode would allow almost immediate start-up of the device ( delay time < < 1 µs ) and fast modulation of the emitted beam c
Ultrafine-grained materials processed by fast Dynamic Plastic Deformation – MAUDE
One of the objectives in the design and materials engineering has always been to facilitate their use directly or improve their properties to continue to push the boundaries of human activity. Nowadays, materials with higher performance are required, which, inevitably is accompanied by pressure on t
Multi-scale and multi-method study of coastal variability in the Gulf of Guinea and Vietnam – COASTVAR
Coastal zones are essential for social and economical developments. Located at the interface between ocean and continent, the coasts are vulnerable to environmental hazard and are currently facing an intensification of risk associated with increasing human pressure and the context of global climate
STUDY OF THE EARLY PATHOGENIC EVENTS DURING LASSA FEVER IN CYNOMOLGUS MONKEYS AND IDENTIFICATION OF BIOLOGICAL MARKERS OF INFECTION – PRECOLAS
Among emerging infectious diseases, viral hemorrhagic fevers (VHF) constitute a perfect example of the threat represented by these diseases for the civil but also military societies. Because of their increasing incidence, dramatic severity, lack of treatment or vaccine, complicated diagnosis, misrea
Digital holography applied to high density gradient 3D flows – HONEFI 3D
In the area of fluid mechanics, the validation of numerical or analytical models need to develop metrological tools for non-invasive global measurements with very high spatial or temporal resolution, even both if possible. These essential data are needed for two reasons: initialize the CFD codes and