Supporting major technological projects
LNE contributes to major technological developments and projects where specific measurement, instrumentation or characterization requirements must be met.
- Nanotechnologies:
- LNE is helping to develop a dedicated unit specializing in experimental definition of methods for characterizing materials and components at submicrometer scale and nanoscale. Some of these characterization methods will also be used in the context of the European Nanosafe project, to identify potential risks from certain nanoparticles. These projects are being run in parallel with European standardization work on the subject.
- [Franck Larsonnier]
- Data storage on digital optical media:
- A scientific interest group has been formed by LNE, the Laboratoire d'Acoustique Musicale (LAM), the University of Clermont-Ferrand and the French Ministries of Research, Industry and Culture, to create an independent unit for qualification of digital data storage media. Its programme focuses on the performance of CD-Rs, DVD-Rs, DVD±R DLs and DVD±RWs (phase-changing rewritable photosensitive discs) and their interaction with writers, in order to assess their long-term data storage potential. The work includes assessment of optoelectronic parameters and their changes over time, and precise analysis of the chemical properties of photosensitive dyes. Research in this field is important both for private companies and for government departments responsible for preserving the national heritage or storing official data over very long periods.
- [More information on research unit studying data storage on digital optical disks]
- Smart labels:
- qualification of labels that use radio frequency identification technology (RFID) to improve traceability in logistics chains and many other processes. LNE is working on characterization of identification systems with a view to introducing certification.
- [Lionel Dreux]
- High-frequency aerials, transmitters and receivers:
- development of reference equipment for calibration of aerials and studies of transmitters and receivers used in high-frequency telecommunications. This work is intended both to meet the needs of manufacturers and users and to accurately assess the impact of increased electromagnetic radiation on health.
- [Lionel Dreux]
