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An imidazolium-based supramolecular gelator enhancing interlayer adhesion in 3D printed dual network hydrogels (2021)
Journal Article
Zhou, Z., Samperi, M., Santu, L., Dizon, G., Aboarkaba, S., Limón, D., Tuck, C., Pérez-García, L., Irvine, D. J., Amabilino, D. B., & Wildman, R. (2021). An imidazolium-based supramolecular gelator enhancing interlayer adhesion in 3D printed dual network hydrogels. Materials and Design, 206, Article 109792. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.matdes.2021.109792

The variety of UV-curable monomers for 3D printing is limited by a requirement for rapid curing after each sweep depositing a layer. This study proposes to trigger supramolecular self-assembly during the process by a gemini imidazolium-based low-mole... Read More about An imidazolium-based supramolecular gelator enhancing interlayer adhesion in 3D printed dual network hydrogels.

Evolution of Porosity in Suspension Thermal Sprayed YSZ Thermal Barrier Coatings through Neutron Scattering and Image Analysis Techniques (2021)
Journal Article
Tejero-Martin, D., Bai, M., Mata, J., & Hussain, T. (2021). Evolution of Porosity in Suspension Thermal Sprayed YSZ Thermal Barrier Coatings through Neutron Scattering and Image Analysis Techniques. Journal of the European Ceramic Society, 41(12), 6035-6048. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jeurceramsoc.2021.04.020

Porosity is a key parameter on thermal barrier coatings, directly influencing thermal conductivity and strain tolerance. Suspension high velocity oxy-fuel (SHVOF) thermal spraying enables the use of sub-micron particles, increasing control over poros... Read More about Evolution of Porosity in Suspension Thermal Sprayed YSZ Thermal Barrier Coatings through Neutron Scattering and Image Analysis Techniques.

Empathy consideration in the design of natural language interfaces for future vehicles (2021)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Anyasodo, B., & Burnett, G. (2021, April). Empathy consideration in the design of natural language interfaces for future vehicles. Presented at Ergonomics & Human Factors 2021, Online

While the future of transportation paints a picture of seamless understanding of the passenger goals by the vehicle, it also exposes a gap in understanding what the human-machine engagement must become for a more natural in-car experience. Through na... Read More about Empathy consideration in the design of natural language interfaces for future vehicles.

Driver Perception Using A Camera-Based Digital Side Mirror: An On-Road Study (2021)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Schkreba, A., Pampel, S., Burnett, G., & Large, D. (2021, April). Driver Perception Using A Camera-Based Digital Side Mirror: An On-Road Study. Presented at Ergonomics & Human Factors 2021, Online

Camera-based digital mirrors purport to offer a range of benefits yet may influence drivers’ ability to quickly and accurately extract salient information pertaining to driving. In an on-road study, fifteen experienced drivers (seated in the front, l... Read More about Driver Perception Using A Camera-Based Digital Side Mirror: An On-Road Study.

Energy and daylight performance of a smart window: Window integrated with thermotropic parallel slat-transparent insulation material (2021)
Journal Article
Sun, Y., Liu, X., Ming, Y., Liu, X., Mahon, D., Wilson, R., Liu, H., Eames, P., & Wu, Y. (2021). Energy and daylight performance of a smart window: Window integrated with thermotropic parallel slat-transparent insulation material. Applied Energy, 293, Article 116826. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2021.116826

With the increasing awareness of building energy efficiency, indoor environment quality for human wellbeing and working efficiency, efforts have intensified in to inventing intelligent building components. This paper provides a first step in developi... Read More about Energy and daylight performance of a smart window: Window integrated with thermotropic parallel slat-transparent insulation material.

Towards Using the Critical Decision Method for Studying Visualisation-Based Decision-Making (2021)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Hermawati, S., Cibulski, L., & Lawson, G. (2021, April). Towards Using the Critical Decision Method for Studying Visualisation-Based Decision-Making. Presented at Ergonomics & Human Factors 2021, Online

Visualisations provide significant support for effective reasoning and decision-making processes. Its value mainly lies in its ability to turn raw data into actionable insights that lead to a decision. This requires appropriate visual representations... Read More about Towards Using the Critical Decision Method for Studying Visualisation-Based Decision-Making.

Internal examination of mid-infrared chalcogenide glass optical fiber preforms and fiber using near-infrared imaging (2021)
Journal Article
Nunes, J. J., Crane, R. W., Mabwa, D., Furniss, D., Farries, M., Benson, T. M., & Seddon, A. B. (2021). Internal examination of mid-infrared chalcogenide glass optical fiber preforms and fiber using near-infrared imaging. Optical Materials Express, 11(5), 1353-1363. https://doi.org/10.1364/OME.415518

We report on the internal examination of mid-infrared chalcogenide glasses using near-infrared light to reveal light-scattering defects. The technique is demonstrated on imperfectly made chalcogenide glass rods and fiber. This simple, non-destructive... Read More about Internal examination of mid-infrared chalcogenide glass optical fiber preforms and fiber using near-infrared imaging.

Design, development and characterisation of a Building Integrated Concentrating Photovoltaic (BICPV) smart window system (2021)
Journal Article
Liu, X., & Wu, Y. (2021). Design, development and characterisation of a Building Integrated Concentrating Photovoltaic (BICPV) smart window system. Solar Energy, 220, 722-734. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.solener.2021.03.037

Building Integrated Concentrating Photovoltaic (BICPV) window represents a promising alternative approach for improving the electricity generation of photovoltaic cells when integrated into building windows. As a new concept, BICPV smart window consi... Read More about Design, development and characterisation of a Building Integrated Concentrating Photovoltaic (BICPV) smart window system.

Microstructure and tensile properties of additive manufactured Ti-6Al-4V with refined prior-β grain structure obtained by rapid heat treatment (2021)
Journal Article
Zou, Z., Simonelli, M., Katrib, J., Dimitrakis, G., & Hague, R. (2021). Microstructure and tensile properties of additive manufactured Ti-6Al-4V with refined prior-β grain structure obtained by rapid heat treatment. Materials Science and Engineering: A, 814, Article 141271. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.msea.2021.141271

Heat treatments tailored for additive manufactured Ti-6Al-4V can be used to attain desirable microstructures associated with superior mechanical properties. Rapid heat treatments, for example, can be used to recrystallise the microstructure of laser... Read More about Microstructure and tensile properties of additive manufactured Ti-6Al-4V with refined prior-β grain structure obtained by rapid heat treatment.

Cultural Aspects for the User Interface Design of Health and Fitness Apps (2021)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Zheng, F., & Hermawati, S. (2021, April). Cultural Aspects for the User Interface Design of Health and Fitness Apps. Presented at Ergonomics & Human Factors 2021, Online

Cultures influence preferences towards user interface (UI) which prompted the emergence of the culture-based UI design approach. Hofstede’s cross-cultural theory identified Hong Kong as having a unique culture orientation in comparison to western cou... Read More about Cultural Aspects for the User Interface Design of Health and Fitness Apps.