AMADE transfers technology through:

Agreements with companies
R+D programmes
Technical studies
Ongoing training

Composite materials.  Unlike the case of traditional materials, design and mechanical behaviour prediction in these materials is highly peculiar and requires specific expertise.

Simulation using numerical methods of the mechanical behaviour of advanced materials. We develop behaviour models that are implemented in numerical methods (finite elements) to obtain efficient design tools.

Experimental determination of the mechanical properties of materials and structures and their degradation (standardised tests or tests adapted to particular components)

Analysis, using conventional and advanced techniques, of the response of buildings and structural elements subjected to static and dynamic loads. Development and application of passive control elements in seismic resistant buildings.

Structural integrity analysis of buildings. Design of rehabilitation, repair and change-of-use strategies of a building.

Thermal analysis and thermal treatments of materials. Study of the transformation undergone by materials (polymers, metals and ceramics) using calorimetric methods.

AMADE is addressed to: 

• Companies from technologically innovative productive sectors with an interest in new materials, new elements and new processes; in particular, emerging sectors which use advanced materials (suppliers to aeronautics industry, etc.)
• Companies in the construction sector, especially in the structural field. Organisations that are involved in rehabilitation and conservation of historical buildings.
• Companies that use or design with polymer matrix composite materials.