SI-MARE

Innovative Solutions for Energy-Saving Vessels.

The SI-MARE research and development project aims to safeguard the sea resource through the reduction of climate-altering gas emissions, a reduction induced by the energy savings that can be generated by the adoption of innovative technological solutions inherent in both typical shipyard manufacturing processes and the use of advanced materials. Such solutions can increase the performance in terms of energy savings and, consequently, environmental impact of vessels in both refitting operations and new construction. Specifically, the project will be divided into four main implementation objectives, and the focus will be on two key aspects: lightness in relation to materials and related joining processes, and hull surface performance in terms of reducing friction in navigation.

Under the first realization objective (WP1), the most suitable joining systems for connecting both metal-composite hybrid structures and bimetallic structures will be studied and developed. Both types of joints are of corporate interest and, in particular, Fincantieri, for applications in mega-yachts and cruise ships, and small shipyards, respectively, for small metal boats to be used for depollution or tourism.

Under the second realization objective (WP2), lightweight composite structures will be studied and developed for use both in superstructures in cruise applications where it is important to keep the ship’s center of gravity as low as possible and in next-generation lightweight ballistic protection for applications in recreational shipbuilding and passenger transport. The latter application is of interest to both Fincantieri and Intermarine.

Under the third realization objective (WP3), a coating will be investigated and developed that can improve the performance of hulls by reducing friction and the exfoliating effect typical of commonly used anti-vegetative paints. This application is of interest to all worksites involved within the project.

Finally, under the fourth realization objective (WP4), demonstrators for the technological solutions identified in the previous ORs will be developed.


Referent:

Simone Cappello

Researcher

Messina

SCOPRI DI PIÙ


Programme: PO FESR Sicilia 2014 – 2020


Web Site: https://bit.ly/3irPjFg


Duration: January 1, 2020 - July 1, 2022


Budget: 3.174.620,00 €


Budget IRBIM: 107.706,00 €


Areas of Research:

TEAM

Simone Cappello

Researcher

Messina

Lucrezia Genovese

Senior Researcher

Messina

Maria Genovese

Researcher

Messina

Fabrizio Lanzafame

Administrative Officer

Messina

Research Projects



The research activities of the Institute are carried out in the context of research, development and innovation projects, both national and international, based on regional funding programs (POR FEAMPA - Regional Operational Program of the European Maritime Affairs Fisheries Fund and Aquaculture and POR FESR - Regional Operational Program of the European Regional Development Fund) or ministerial (PRIN - Projects of relevant national interest, PNRA - National Research Program in Antarctica, PO FEAMPA - National Operational Program European Maritime Affairs Fisheries and Aquaculture Fund) , programs for European Territorial Cooperation (Interreg), direct funding programs of the European Commission (Horizon2020 and Horizon Europe, Life, JPI - Joint Programming Initiatives, ERA-NET Cofund) and thematic collaboration initiatives managed by international organizations such as, for example , the FAO - GFCM (General Fisheries Commission for the Mediterranean). The Institute also develops funded projects in the context of collaborations with private companies in the sectors of the blue economy as well as technology transfer and research results. Research projects, mainly of a collaborative nature, are developed through a wide network of partners that include major Italian and foreign research institutions and universities.

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