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Can not make things that can not be measured. We are conducting ultra precision measurement using light (laser). A laboratory that respects the autonomy of students, it is a very free laboratory.

Professor / Masato AKETAGAWA Assistant Professor / Wei DONGTechnical Staff / Masahiro YOSHIDA

Nano・picometer measurement and control laboratory

Professor / Masato AKETAGAWA, Assistant Professor / Wei DONGProfessor Aketagawa has the experience of being a researcher at a company. Therefore, he has wide and deep knowledge about optical measurement technology. We encourage students to study in abroad, respecting our independence, and leading research with precise advice.Assistant Professor Wei always provide us various topics not only also a campus life.

In our laboratory we are researching ultra precision measurement system using leaser. We aim to contribute to the development of nanotechnology by considering a method of precision measurement, precision control and precision processing in nano (1 / billionth ) pico (1 / trillion) meter order.[1] Frequency stabilization and displacement measurement of

780nm DBR laser diode.[2]Ultra precision measurement of refractive index of air.[3] Measurement of motion error of bearing: Precise

measurement of all 5 degrees of freedom bearing error by all simultaneously.

[4]Length measurement with optical comb.

In our laboratory,no core time, and students has a great responsbility for a management of there resaech. Some people come early in the morning and are studying, others are still late at night. The seminars that are held twice a week are seminars progress seminar and paper seminar. At the progress seminar, we will briefly explain the progress of the research in shearing the lab menbers. In the magazine seminar, We read English articles related to research and deepen their understanding.The student room is large and has a comvinient facilities such as air conditioning, cooking utensils, coffee makers, etc. For lunch and dinner, we will go to the 1st dining hall and occasionally a cafe "popai".Throughout the year, there are various events such as a welcome party for newcomers, fireworks festival, year-end party, etc. we would like to have more events in this fiscal year‼

ROHM Co., Ltd. Mitsubishi Electric Corporation YKK CORPORATION MAYEKAWA MFG. CO., LTD. Fuji Xerox Co., Ltd.

Shindengen Electric Manufacturing Isuzu Motors Limited NEW COSMOS ELECTRIC CO., LTD. RIKEN Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd.

Writer : Mechanical Engineering SOWA Tomohiro(Kobe City College of Technology)

(M) Applications of variable length vacuum chamber and phase modulation interferometer to mesurement of air refractive index

(M) Direct phase determination method for sinusoidal frequency modulation displacement measuring interferometer

(D) Sinusoidal frequency modulation for concurrently achieving iodine-frequency-stabilized laser diode ande high-precision displacement-measuring interferometer

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You can study latest technology of processing for paperboards and resin films ! Experiment ! Analysis ! Evaluation ! Students research independently !

Professor / Shigeru NAGASAWA Assistant Professor / Kazuki UMEMOTO

Computational mechanics and intelligent support, plasticity processing Laboratory

Professor / Shigeru NAGASAWA, Assistant Professor / Kazuki UMEMOTODr. Nagasawa specializes in plastic processing of paperboard and resin films. His research contributes to industry of them. He respects independency of students. Dr. Umemoto is mainly research regarding multi-legged robot using flexible actuator and robust stability of non-liner systems. He is also very kind, so you can whatever you want to them‼

Products such as box for snack, liquid containers, crystal display are made by punching die processing. In this processing, the outbreak that has poor cutting becomes the problem. Conditions for processing is empirically determined by each producer. Therefore, we try to improve them by evaluating and developing processing method. For example, we study about cutting properties and folding properties of cardboard and the resin at the time of punching die processing in this laboratory.

The student study at their own pace. The atmosphere in the laboratory is friendly, so we can share not only research but also daily life. Since there are many foreign students, we can get a lot of opportunity to share cultures and to talk in English.We have two seminars a week. In the seminar, we report present status and progress of each study to our teachers and revise the directionality of the study. I think that you can enjoy the student life other than the study enough if you can push forward your study premeditatedly and properly.

Endo Corporation HONDA MAZDA DENSO SEIKI Group

OLYMPUS NISSAN JR East Bulding technical center RENGO HITACHI

Writer : Mechanical Engineering NAGUMO Takaomi(Niigata Technical High School)

(M) Effects of blade tip angle on crack propagation of thermal-printed paper subjected to indentation of side-beveled tooth-like blade.

(M) Wedge cutting relaxation characteristics of non-woven fabric thick sheet (disposable diaper)

(M) Effects of blade Tip Profile on Out-of-plane Bending Characteristics and In-plane Tensile Properties of Notched Polypropylene Sheet.

In additon to our experimental room, we have cutting RP processing machine and 3D printer.

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To control wave with wave. Make steady progress in morning seminar. Robust control makes you radiant.

Associate Professor / Yasuhide KOBAYASHI

Noise and vibration control engineering laboratory

Associate Professor / Yasuhide KOBAYASHIAt morning seminar, discuss with student eager. He cared for student, so you can well have advice on your study. And you can have suggestion of study conference in japan or other country. It is considered on your progress, so you don't worry about conference presentation.

In order to control objects, we need to modeling the object, but if we include the sound and wave medium in the controlled object, it will be difficult to make an accurate model. However, by using robust control theory, it becomes possible to design a stable control system even for controlled objects that are difficult to model. Shown below subject of studies on laboratory.Thermoacoustic: Experimental elucidation of thermoacoustic phenomenon apply active noise control theory.Wave dissipating system: Active wave dissipating system using horizontal plate.Servomotor: Build controller apply controlled object's physical parameter.Vibration generation: Vibration control using vibration generator.

Morning seminar is start at eight. This seminar is report that your progress of study on a week. English monograph seminar is once a week. A person in charge reading English monograph related the person's study, and explain simply about the monograph. The person changes every week. There is no restraint time other than the seminar above.Participate in study conference for master's students, once a year as a guide. We are actively exchanging with universities at study seminars and so on and exchanging information to improve the quality of study.

Mitsubishi Electric Corporation JEOL Technics Ltd. OMEON Corporation NIPPON SEIKI CO.,LTD. TSUBAKIMOTO CHAIN CO.

ALPS ALPINE CO.,LTD. Mazda Motor Corporation YASKAWA Electric Corporation MEITEC CORPORATION YAMADA MANUFACTURING CO.,LTD.

Writer : Mechanical Engineering SHIBASAKI Keita(National Institude of Technology, Ibaraki College)

(M) Effect of asymmetry of electricity-feedback circuit on instability margin of thermoacoustic electric generator.

(M) Frequency response measurement of thermoacoustic core using steady-state oscillation control and estimation of pressure amplitude for self-excited oscillation

(M) Estimation of the critical temperature ratio for looped-tube traveling-wave thermoacoustic systems based on steady-state oscillation control

Thermoacoustic generator displayed on smart community 2016.

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Computer simulation for micro scale and large scale models. Report, note and discuss. It's important to clearly separate research project and private life.

Associate Professor / Takahiko KURAHASHI

Mathematical Design Laboratory

Associate Professor / Takahiko KURAHASHIAssoc. prof. Kurahashi usually gives a lot of constructive comments for research projects and job hunting to laboratory students. He is very caring, and we can smoothly carry out the research projects.

In our laboratory, research projects are carried out for inverse problems based on the adjoint variable method, the Kalman filter and the direct differentiation method. The numerical simulation is performed using the finite element method, and we usually improve our program code based on results of comparison between numerical analysis and practical experiments.

Research meeting is carried out once a week, and research presentation is performed once a month. The meeting is referred to as "Maruhou", and the presentation is referred to as "Maruhatsu" in our laboratory. Master course students are frequently attend to international conference. In addition, we initiatively plan drinking party and viewing of fireworks.

SUBARU CORPORATION MinebeaMitsumi Inc. ASTOM R&D KOTOBUKI SEATING CO., LTD. SANKOSHA Corporation

Meitec Corporation Kasai Kogyo Co., Ltd. SHIBAURA MACHINE CO., LTD. NYK Corporation Tripleize Co., Ltd.

Writer : Mechanical Engineering AOKI Takashi (National Institute of Technology, Gifu College)

(M) Flow estimation analysis in shallow water flow based on the Kalman filter FEM (M) Optimization of texture shape for improvement of sliding characteristics (M) Shape optimization in thermal convection field based on the adjoint variable and the finite

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Contribute to society through safety Theory and practice Student independence

Associate Professor / Toshiro HOSHI

Industrial safety Laboratory

Associate Professor / Toshiro HOSHIAssociate Professor Hoshi is researcher specializing in machine safety. He is a reliable teacher who is very friendly to students. His advice is precise.

The new techniques such as robot technologies become the means to solve social problems such as the care. However, an accident causes irrevocable consequences. It is important to take countermeasures before the accident occurs.

We study risk assessment methods for a maker to achieve accountability, electric travel aid device and the control technology. The technology is intended to turn off a machine surely and protect users of robots from hazard.

There is no core time. Students can come and work anytime. Discussions on research progress will take place on Monday afternoon. At present, we often attend seminars at the Kimura lab, where we often work together.

BeNEXT Solutions Inc. TOYOTA CUSTOMIZING & DEVELOPMENT Co., Ltd.

Writer : Mechanical Engineering CHAMOTO Nao(National Institute of Technology, Kagawa College)

(B) Development of nursing equipment based on the needs of nursing facilities (B) Verification of the effectiveness of protective gloves for the usage of small UAV (M) Development of an electronic travel aid for the visually impaired

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NO TRIBOLOGY, NO LIFE. Control Friction with friction All relationship conect friction

Associate Professor / TAURA Hiroo

Tribology Laboratory

Associate Professor / TAURA HirooDr. Taura respects the students' intentions. He gives appropriate advice according to their progress when they are worried about research. We are close to him because he actively participate in laboratory events.

We research on tribology. We are mainly engaged in experiments and theoretical and numerical analysis based on the following themes.1.BearingStudy on vibration characteristics of journal bearings frequently used in industrial rotating machinery2.HydrophobicElucidation of water lubrication state using ocurrence of load capacity by hydrophobicity3.SinteringLubrication characteristics of sintered oil-impregnated bearings4.SealPerformance analysis of non-contact seal for high stability and high efficiency of centrifugal pump

LaboratoryWe can use one PC per person, and we research freely on a flextime system.We have events such as cherry-blossom viewing, BBQ, and welcome parties.A coffee maker and sofa are installed in the laboratory, making it a relaxing space.

SeminarIn the first year, students attend seminars on tribology twice a week, and other students attend seminars once a week for each theme to study issues and report on research results. A progress report meeting is held at the end of the semester.

Sumitomo Heavy Industries,Ltd. Central Nippon Highway Engineering Tokyo Co., Ltd. SUGINO MACHINE Ltd. OILES CO. EBARA CO.

Daihatsu Motor Co., Ltd. Nifco Inc. JFE PRECISION CO. TSUGAMI CO. NSK Ltd.

Writer : Mechanical Engineering HANAWA Taiki(National Institute of Technology, Ibaraki College)

(M) Effect of Oil Supply Position and oil Supply Pressure of Journal Bearing on Oil Film Formation Range

(M)Measurement of Oil Film Dynamic Characteristics of Partially Textured Journal Bearings (M) Effect of Textured Shape on Flow Characteristics of Clearance flow

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Think by yourself ! Critical thinking is important ! Work hard and play hard !

Professor / Ikuo TANABE Technical Staff / Satoshi TAKAHASHI

Production and Machining Engineering Laboratory

Professor / Ikuo TANABEProfessor Tanabe gives unique advice and supplies communication skills that will prepare you for your future as an engineer in Japan and abroad. The research areas covered at this laboratory contribute to the manufacturing research field in relevant areas such as neural network analysis and new machining cooling methods. This laboratory is cutting-edge due to its uniqueness and originality.

Research done at our laboratory focuses on contributing to the improvement of manufacturing through productivity enhanced machining processes, quality engineering software and many more. Because of this the work done at our laboratory can be classified into two big areas: experiment-centered and desk work-centered research. In the case of the experiment-centered research, CAD design and FEM analyses are done in order to create new experiment devices. These devices are then manufactured at the NUT Machining Center and experiments are subsequently carried out. In the case of desk work-centered research, students carry out programming, development and evaluation of software using C-language.

Students can do research planning and experiments at their very own pace. Our laboratory does not have morning seminar, evening seminar or research core time. The reason for this is that students must independently plan their schedules so that research milestones and deadlines are met on time. Here, personal progress reports are expected by Professor Tanabe at least one time per week. Based on this personalized meetings, that involve discussion and feedback, students can plan the best course of action to improve their research methods and results. Advice is always available so that researches advance in the right direction.

TAIYO KOKI CO., LTD. Niigata Nippo Corona Corporation HORKOS CORP Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd.

NACHI Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation. DMG MORI Dainichi Makino Milling Machine

Writer : Mechanical Engineering TSUJI Sotaro(National Institute of Technology, Kushiro College)

(M) Development of the optimum control technique regarding the forced cooling using mist of strong alkaline water

(M) Development of the tool for searching the optimum condition using experimental design (M) Development of the program for calculation of the optimum cutting condition

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Aiming for Cooperation and Symbiosis of Mega Machines, Humans and Environments as a System Studying the System Dynamically and Scientifically from Macro and Microscopic Views Making Innovation of Safety and Comfort of the System

Professor / ABE Masajiro

Machine-Environment System Design Engineering Laboratory

Professor / ABE MasajiroAutonomy of each student is respected and we can study freely. However when we face difficult tasks, we can get many appropriate advices from professor that will help us very much. Our professor also has a humorous aspect, so you can study with comfortable conditions under less stress or pressure.

According to subjects, we conduct research with using dynamic numerical analysis and experiments by the following three groups.HSD (Hybrid Safety System Design and Development) GroupFor construction machines working on rough terrain, we are challenging to design and develop hybrid safety systems that can ensure the safety of the machines mainly related to rigid stability and structural failure while cooperating with human.SDE (Symbiotic Design with Environment) GroupWe are aiming to establish system safety design methods and guidelines for management and operation to harmonize with the environment for materials and cargo handling machines used at harbors in severe environments such as strong wind or earthquake.GMD (Granular Materials Dynamics based Design) GroupWe are exploring optimum design methods based on dynamic analysis for many types of machines dealing with various granular materials such as snow, soil and waste.

We are carrying out projects by each group mentioned above. Beside the project theme of the entire group, individual research theme is given to each member. The highest grade students become project leaders to promote research. According to each research theme, students autonomously make detailed research plan and put experimental and/or numerical analysis into effect with mutual guidance. Regularly, we have meeting and seminar once in every week. Then, we discuss about the status and progress of research and sometimes exchange views about related research trends abroad with our professor. There is no core time, so the students can study freely with self-management. We also plan and practice various events such as parties or summer trip at special occasion for deepening our member’s friendship.

KOBELCO KYB TADANO DAIHATSU HITACHI

NSK BOSCH HINO YOKOHAMA TOKYO

Writer : Mechanical Engineering Nguyen Chi Linh(Hanoi University of Science and Technology)

(M) Fundamental Experimental Analysis for Safety Information Communication System with Driver of Crawler Crane in Materials Handling Work

(M) Fundamental Experiment Analysis of the Dynamic Tipping Stability of a Crawler Crane on Soil Soft Ground Reinforced by Steel Plates

(M) Computational Fluid Dynamics Analysis of Wind Load Acting on Gantry Crane under Downburst Enviroment

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Solving problems, engineers's mission. Originality, ingenuity and practice. Always think the "WHY".

Professor / Hiroyuki OHTA

Laboratory of Machine Elements

Professor / Hiroyuki OHTAHe is a professor who guides and advices us in an enthusiastic and passionate way. If we don’t understand something, he carefully explains us and makes us think the “why” of everything. Although he is quite strict regarding the research, when we have an event like a “nomikai” he is vey gentle and everybody have a good time.

In the Machine Element Laboratory, we research about machine elements that are used in various places, such as automobiles, bullet trains, household electrical appliances, machine tools, etc. to improve their performance that directly leads to energy saving of machinery. Specifically, in collaboration with companies and by using softwares such as multibody analysis (MBA) or finite element method (FEM), we experiment and analyze the sound, vibration and dynamics of machine elements that cause problems to the industry and propose a solution to their problems.

The core time of is 9: 00-17: 00. Seminars are held twice a week, where we translate books related with machine elements from English to Japanese and read and present technical papers. Although there is no seminar progress report, we discuss we the professor everyday to deeply understand and confirm that our research is going in a good direction. Those who carry out experiments are often in the experimental room (soundproof room, anechoic chamber), and those who do simulations are often in the laboratory workstation. Everyone in the laboratory have a good relationship with each other.

NSK Ltd. JTEKT Corporation NACHI-FUJIKOSHI MinebeaMitsumi NIPPON THOMPSON CO.,LTD.

NIPPON BEARING TSUBAKIMOTO CHAIN CO. Hitachi Automotive Systems, Ltd. TOSHIBA MACHINE TAKEUCHI MFG. CO., LTD.

Writer : Mechanical Engineering KANEKO Yuki(National Institute of Technology, Gunma College)

(M) Motion and contact force of rollers in a linear roller bearing (M) Friction forces of a linear ball bearing under grease lubrication

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Machining using ultrasonic vibration Observe internal stress in glass material Subtle machining with invisible force

Professor / Hiromi ISOBE

Precision Machining and Mechanism Laboratory

Professor / Hiromi ISOBEHe is a tough teacher, but he will guide us kindly when we face challenges.He is a National Institute of Technology and NUT's OB, so he understands our hobbies and actions.

Development of technology to photograph a machining phenomenon.■Development of technology to photograph a machining phenomenonThere are many unknown points in a machining phenomenon in the ultrasonic band.Therefore, we elucidate a machining phenomenon by high-speed visualization technique of internal stress.■Application to small diameter drilling technologyThe small-diameter-drill has low rigidity.The rotating drill superimposed with axial ultrasonic vibration motion reduces machining resistance and improves the machined surface and tool life.■Creation of surface textureLathe processing using ultrasonic vibration creates micro texture on the surface. Textures have the effect of improving the wear characteristics.

Research is conducted by a team of two or three members.The morning of student begins by sending an email with the research plan of the day to teacher. There is a core time from 8:00 to 17:00. We have a seminar every morning, and students report their achievements once a week.Jigs and parts of equipment necessary for experiments need to be designed, analyzed and manufactured by yourself. New students can develop their abilities with the guidance of teachers and seniors.

YAMAZAKI MAZAK CORPORATION DMG MORI Co.,Ltd. FANUC DAIKIN INDUSTRIES,LTD Honda Motor Co., Ltd.

Canon GS Yuasa Corporation TECH NAGAOKA NIPPON STEEL CORPORATION Tokyo Gas Engineering Co.,Ltd.

Writer : Mechanical Engineering KAWAGUCHI Hiroki(Takamatsu Campus, National Institute of Technology, Kagawa College)

(M) Evaluation of machining characteristics in ultrasonic vibration cutting (M) Experimental Verification of Effect oluid on Griding Performance (M) Evaluation of effect of ultrasonic vibration abrasive grains on glass grinding by

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Planning is important ! Grinding and polishing ! Practical use of next-generation single crystal materials

Associate Professor / Hideo AIDA

Crystal Engineering Laboratory

Associate Professor / Hideo AIDADr. Aida is an associate professor who joined to our university June two years ago. Since Dr. Aida previously worked in a company, you can be taught what to do after entering a company. Dr. Aida is a kind and friendly teacher to the students.

We are conducting research on crystal substrate for semiconductor in our laboratory. Silicon crystals are currently used as the mainstream semiconductor. The performance of a semiconductor is determined by the material of the substrate. Silicon carbide and gallium nitride, called next generation single crystals, are superior to silicon in performance as semiconductors. However, the current state of substrate processing technology in the next generation single crystal is still under development. In this laboratory, we aim to contribute to the practical application of next generation single crystals by researching substrate processing technology.

There is no core time and morning seminar in our laboratory. Therefore, students can do research at their own pace. Since we have a progress report meeting every Monday, we need to do research well. At the progress report meeting, we will make presentations on research in front of everyone. The teacher gives us adequate advice, so we can improve our research progress.

Nippon Sheet Glass Company, Limited

Writer : Mechanical Engineering FUKUDA Masahito(ational Institute of Technology, Gunma College)

(M) High efficiency flattening process of sapphire substrates by honeycomb structured grinding wheel

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πάντα ῥεῖ (Panta rhei,"everything flows") by Heraclitus Those who grasp flows can grasp the world ! Study a lot, play a lot.

Professor / TAKAHASHI Tsutomu Technical Staff / Shuichi YAMADA

Fluids Engineering and Rheology Laboratory

Professor / TAKAHASHI TsutomuOur professor is very supportive of students doing their best. Thinking that necessaries for a future image of students, he advises for research activities. He often expands and develops our researches because he’s working in many fields, his knowledge is diverse. We have many opportunities for studying abroad and doing conference presentations. Students can grow up by joining them.

[wind-group]It is thought that vortices give worse effects on mechanical engineerings such as crushing buildings and dissipating energy. However, we are thinking that one type of them can transfer to the power of mechanical. The wind turbine powered by longitudinal vortices has been developed. Now, we are developing new product driven by longitudinal vortcies.[rheology-group]Industries are using a lot of complex fluids like cosmetics, detergent, cement, and melting plastics. Most of their flow characteristics aren't known clearly. So, we are investigating the characteristics by Rheometer and visualization.

There are many working styles, night or daytime type because we don't have the core time. It means students have to advance own research by themselves. The most important thing is to act positively.We have two seminaries and one briefing session weekly. In one seminary, we are learning technical terms and senses relative to fluid mechanics with a famous English photobook and textbook. In the briefing session, we do own presentation about what we did. We discuss the contents and determine the direction of research. We are always welcoming you to come to our lab.

Yonex Co., Ltd. Hitachi Zosen Corp. Mitsubishi Electric Corp. Nihon Seimitsu Co., Ltd. Photron Ltd.

Kao Corp. Shiseido Co.,Ltd. Mitsubishi Chemical Engineering Corp. Nikkiso Co.,Ltd. Suzuki Motor Corp.

Writer : Mechanical Engineering ENDO Hiroki(National Institute of Technology, Sendai Colledge)

(M) Effect of a Place of the Downstream Plate on the Formation of Longitudinal Vortex (M) Relationship of Rheological Properties and Optical Anisotropy in Shear Flow of

Chromonic Liquid Crystal Solution (M) Anisotropic Viscosity of a Wormlike Micellae Solution in Sinusiodal Shear Flow

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Professor / Seiji KAMIMURA Assistant Professor / Morimasa TAKATAAssistant Professor / Yukinobu SUGIHARA

Snow and Ice Engineering Laboratory

Professor / Seiji KAMIMURAHe is the most active and friendly, encouraging professor. He is always telling an interesting story about our research during the seminar and explains everything in an easy way to understand, both in English and Japanese. Therefore, he engaged in many other activities such as volunteering and lectures and he has a wealth of experiences and knowledge of all specifics.

At the Kamimura laboratory, we are studying about snow and ice. Snow is a major obstacle for people living in snowy countries. Our laboratory has compiled damage data on snow and we are doing research to prevent that disaster. On the other hand, snow and ice are also expected to be used as energy resources. So, we are developing guns that emit eco-friendly ice bullets to repel harmful birds. Our research subjects are unique to the world-class laboratory called Snow and Ice Engineering.

NO CORE TIMEOur laboratory has no core time, so we can make our own schedule. Also you can focus on activities such as part-time jobs and school clubs. MORNING SEMINARMorning seminar starts from 8AM. So, if you have any questions or if you have any problems, you can discuss with Kamimura professor every morning. Every seminar’s contents are different. We do lightning talk and workshop for improve presentation skills and business English.EVENTSEverybody in this Laboratory are all so friendly and talkative. We have events every season such as cherry-blossom viewing, fireworks display, BBQ and hot pot.

East Japan Railway Company Nissan Motor Corporation Pioneer DJ Azbil Corporation East Nippon Expressway Company Limited

KITAGAS JGS Corporation DAI-DAN CO.,Ltd. DOWA Holdings CO.,Ltd Subaru Corporation

Writer : Mechanical Engineering Bayanmunkh Tsatsral(Ulaanbaatar High School)

(M) Practical application of the ice bullet gun to frighten cormorants away (M) Simultaneous measurement of snow depth and snowfall intensity by a general laser

distance meter (M) Study on analysis of ladder-related accidents during snow shoveling work and measures

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Professor / SUZUKI MasataroWhile respecting the autonomy of the students, he gives them appropriate advice to solve every problem they may face. In addition, he is a friendly professor who likes joking, which makes the teacher-student relation feel much closer.

•Acoustic ExcitationBy applying sound waves from a speaker to a jet diffusion flame, the flame shape changes. In our laboratory, we are elucidating the mechanism of acoustic excitation phenomenon through measurement and analysis under various conditions.•ThermophoresisIn any space where there is a temperature gradient present, small particles move in a strange way. If this movement can be clarified, control of soot particles in combustion engines could be expected.•SmolderingSmoldering is a form of combustion which involves a large amount of smoke that proceeds without the presence of a flame. In this laboratory, we are conducting experiments to elucidate the mechanism of smoldering.•ReignitionIn a fire, after extinguishing activities have ended, unburned combustible material may re-ignite. Reignition can be very unpredictable, which makes fire-extinguishing activities extremely difficult. In our laboratory, we are studying how to extinguish fires without any risk of re-ignition, and how to prevent the re-ignition of flammable materials.

In this laboratory, there is no core time and there are no morning seminars. For this, students can proceed with their laboratory activities at their own pace. However, if they don’t plan or work properly, leading to their research not progressing, they will most likely get in trouble when presenting their progress reports.Progress report seminars are twice a week, and there is a preestablished order in which people present. Seminars are extremely important since there is also a Q&A session in which students get feedback regarding their research topic. This makes it clearer for them to know what to do next in their investigation.This is a laboratory where you can develop the ability to find and solve problems by yourself.

Toyota Autobody Suzuki Japan Tabaco INC Toshiba Mitsubishi Electric

Yamaha Motor Kobelco Hitachi Chemical Sanden Nissin Seiko Group

Writer : Mechanical Engineering Alejandro Trevino Felix

(M) Experimental and Numerical Analysis of the Acoustic Excitation Phenomenon of Jet Diffusion Flames

(M) Experimental and Numerical Analysis of the Thermophoresis Phenomenon (M) Limiting Characteristics of Smoldering

Reactive Fluid Engineering Laboratory

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Our researches are from dragonflies to supersonic aircraft. Respecting individual autonomy of students. Chase best award‼

Associate Professor / Wataru YAMAZAKI

Computational Fluid Dynamics Laboratory

Associate Professor / Wataru YAMAZAKIProf. Yamazaki is very kind hearted delightful person who always ready to support his supervising students in appropriate ways to instruct and discuss everything from the beginning. Accordingly, he is approachable enough to take close communication with students during a full degree program until their graduation. So you may able to consider everyone in the lab will be your friend.

Our research topics are related with fluid/gas dynamics, and including both CFD simulations and experiments. For instance, we are developing a new concept of supersonic aircrafts, optimizing wind turbine blades, flapping wings as dragonflies, fish breeding and ventilation technology. These researches will contribute to improving fuel economy of aircraft and an efficiency of power generation of wind turbines. Some of our research themes are as follows: 1. Development of efficient design optimization methods for wing/airfoil. 2. Design optimization of wind turbine blades considering uncertainties, 3. PIV flow field measurement around flapping wings or fish larvae in a rearing tank.

Prof.Yamazaki respects students' personal life, so it's not decided ordinarily what time we should come to the laboratory. Most of us come to the laboratory in the morning, but some students come from afternoon until midnight, thus you can manage your time by yourself. We have a monthly progress report and English journal paper introduction meetings. For that, there are a few hours of core time in a week that we have to spend doing research. Our International as well as Japanese lab-mates are very friendly, so we often go to dinner together, and sometimes hold a BBQ party.

Ebara Corporation I・system Co., Ltd. Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. Alpine Japan Co., Ltd. Nippon Seiki Co., Ltd.

NIPPI Corporation Corona Corporation Niigata Power Systems Co., Ltd. Toyato Technocraft Co., Ltd ALPS ELECTRIC Co., Ltd.

Writer : Energy and Environment Science Nomin BUYANBAATAR(Mongolian University of Science and Technology)

(M) Numerical Flow Analysis around a Flapping Wing Object Using an Immersed Boundary Method

(M) Computational Fluid Analysis and Accuracy Evaluation of Swirling Induction Type Displacement Ventilation System in Large Factory Spaces

(D) Efficient Aerodynamic Topology Optimization on Supersonic Flow Field via Machine Learning Technologies

A newly developed supersonic conceptual design

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Professor / Takabumi FUKUDA

What is the "Safety"? Safety is our No1 priority. Safety in fundamental of technology.

System Safety Engineering Laboratory

Professor / Takabumi FUKUDADr. Fukuda, who is at the forefront of machine safety, interacts with various companies and people involved in safety. He has many schedules, but comes to the lab. and talks with the students. Everyone in the lab enjoys ordinary conversation as well as research while eating sweets.

Professors contribute to the prevention of occupational accidents by giving lectures on safety at companies and educational institutions outside the university.According to international safety standards, designers consider safety, but in Japan, safety cannot be said to be high, and in many cases, safety is left to managers. For this reason, our laboratory conducts research activities considering safety from the designer's point of view.

The core time of our laboratory is from 10:00 to 17:00. Seminars for progress reports are held every Monday. we have a lot of opportunities to get involved with people outside of the university, so we feel responsible, but I can expand my knowledge.We are also working on research themes specific to each field. In addition, it is necessary to set up a forum for discussions not only with progress seminars but also with professors and laboratory members, and to exchange opinions.

NOHMI BOUSAI LTD. TOKYO METOROPOLITAN GOVERNMENT MITSUBISHI ELECTRRIC YONEX SUZUKI MOTOR CORPORATION

Writer : Mechanical Engineering SATO Ibuki(National Institute of Technology, Nagaoka College)

(M) Investigation on the Effect and on Risk Reduction by Safety Design Using Market Data and Limit of Availability of Safety Function.

(M) Study on Development of Simple Risk Assessment Procedure for Machinery in Small and Medium-sized Enterprise

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The lightest material : Magnesium Comprehensive research : from Manufacturing Technology to Analysis Take actions whenever you want to

Professor / Shigeharu KAMADO Assistant Professor / Taiki NAKATA

Advanced Light Materials Laboratory

Professor / Shigeharu KAMADOFrank and gentle teacher, and often makes fun of students.But, has an uncompromising honesty to reserch development, and sometimes students get strict opinion against their results and consideration.

Development of high-performance lightweight magnesium (Mg) alloys, which can be applied to transportation vehicles, is a main objective.We are doing collaborative work with industries. This "industry-academia" colloboration helps us to tackle issues which hinder wide application of Mg alloys. Also, we are participating some national projects which motivate us to do creative work.

We have machines for casting, extrusion, and rolling. They enable us to freely design new alloys and processing conditions. Also, various microscopes such us optical microscopes and electron microscropes are available as well as mechanical testing machines. Professor does not set core time, and students can make their own schedule.These work environment encourages us to improve the planning ability of research.

Hitachi High-Tech Science Nippon Kinzoku Kobe Steel Suzuki Motor Corporation Hitachi Metals

Sumitomo Electric Daido Steel Daikin Ahresty Hitachi

Writer : Mechanical Engineering KIMURA Michio(National Institute of Technology, Ube College)

(M) Elucidation of mechanism of texture development in rolled Mg sheets (M) Effect of minor addition of alloying elements on mechanical properties and deformation

behavior of cast Mg-Al-Ca alloy (M) Improvement of strength and ductility of extruded Mg-Al-Ca-Mn by microstructural control

An application example of newly developed Mg alloy; body structure for high-speed train.

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From Local to Global From Forging to Nanotechnology Looks are also important

Professor / Makoto NANKO

High Temperature Materials Laboratory

Professor / Makoto NANKOProfessor Nanko is a vigorous person. Through a humorous and assertive way of teaching, his lectures are always interesting. He loves enriching his pupils in various fields of both scientific and general knowledge with his endearing manner. Being an open-minded person, He tends to accept and challenge some strange and wild ideas of his students at all times.

Max phases ceramics: The max phase ceramics have good properties such as good electrical and thermal conductivity. Max phase ceramics are stiff and lightweight materials. It can be machined easily like metal materials.Self-healing ceramics: This material can heal their crack automatically at a high temperature. In this research, we aim to improve self-healing ability and we want to apply self-healing ceramics in both high and low-temperature applications.Tribology in hot-forging: To protect forged steel in the hot-forging process from seizure. We will apply surface treatment to the surface of steel and dies to improve the properties of the surface.

The workday starts with morning seminar at 8 o’clock with progress seminars and English practice seminars. After a morning seminar, we will go to class or do the researches until 17:00. The use of equipment is free, we can use any equipment to do experiments. Prof. Nanko usually sends us to domestic and international conferences. The atmosphere in the laboratory is very friendly, we always go to eat breakfast or dinner together (For example ramen at the outside of university). There are many laboratory events such as a new year party, farewell party, laboratory summer trip and softball competition.

Sumitomo Chemicals Kobelco Research Institute Mitsuba Corp. Union Tools DOWA Holding

Riken Mitsui Chemical Daido Steel Ogura Clutch Corp. Kao

Writer : Mechanical Engineering Phanuwat Khlaisongkhram(Suranaree University of Technology)

(M) Evaluation of Machinability and Mechanical Properties of Ti2AlC (D) Mechanical behavior of Ni/Al2O3 Self-healing Composites with Different Ni content (D) Tribological Evaluation of Sulfonitrided Gears without Liquid Lubricant

Cracked on the surface of Ni/Mullite composite before and after healing at high-temperature

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Small multinational society Making a real breakthrough in material scinece Removing language barrier

Professor / Yukio MIYASHITA

Professor / Yukio MIYASHITAMiyashita sensei is known as a kind and professional supervisor. He has been respected by many students including graduated students because his great support and encouragement in research work.Besides, despite his busy working schedule, he always tries to take care of his students not only in their study but also other problems from all walks of life.

Our laboratory have many research topic that are:

1.Strength characteristic of dissimilar materials joint by using friction stir welding2.Relationship between fatigue and welding process of welded and improved joints of Mg-Al-Zn-Ca Alloy3.Producing Green composite by using friction stirring4.The fatigue characteristics of aoutomotive engine component5.Frinction strring and making composite during joining of thermoplastic resin6.Laser welding of disiimilar joint between resin and metal The research area is extent that is relative to materials strength, interface strength and technique of machining processes.

In our laboratory together with Otsuka lab, there are many international students coming from other nations so English is often used for communication. Being a member of our lab, it would be a great chance for students not only to broaden their academic knowledge but also to make friends and understand the custom and culture of many other countries in the world. We are day by day making a great effort to create professional and friendly working environment.

Mitsubishi Motors Co.,Ltd A.L.M.T. Co.,Ltd KAJIMA Co.,Ltd NIPPON SEIKI Co.,Ltd MITSUI MINING & SMELTING CO., LTD

Toshiba Materials Co., Ltd YKK AP Inc. Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd Sumitomo Chemical Engineering Co., Ltd Kobe Material Testing Laboratory Co., Ltd

Writer : Mechanical Engineering YAMAMOTO Mitsuru(Nagaoka Technical High school)

(M) Friction Stir Spot Welding between A1100 and Zn plated Steel Inserting PET Film (M) Evaluation of Strength and Function in A1050/C1020 Dissimilar Materials Joint Thin Plate

Produced by Friction Stir Welding and Rolling (D) Fatigue design method taking casting process into account in graphite cast iron using for

automotive engine component

Material strength/ Bonding strength laboratory

Developed Magnesium alloy Rear frame for motorcycles (Joint researcch with Yamaha Motor Co. , Ltd.)

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Explore the nano-scale world. See the unseen and know the unknown. The smaller it is, the bigger it is.

Associate Professor / Tomoyuki HOMMA

Nano and Atomic Scale Analysis Laboratory

Associate Professor / Tomoyuki HOMMAHe always has that cheerful smile on his face. He loves fresh coffee and always invite us for a coffee break while discussing about research or just have a chit chat about recent news. No matter how busy he is, he never failed to spend some of his time to give advice or opinion whenever we need it.

We focus on observing nanostructures of materials to control the structure and develop physical properties of materials by using transmission electron microscopy. The materials that we are using are aluminum and titanium alloys, nickel-based superalloys and thermoelectric materials. Lightweight aluminum alloys with their ability to increase hardness with heat treatment are getting attention for car body while titanium and nickel-based superalloys which are used in jet engines are required to increase their properties for higher performance. Also, thermoelectric materials that can change heat waste into power can help in realizing SDG’s 13th.

Our laboratory research work starts at 9:00 until 18:00. There is no morning seminar but we have progress seminar once a week and students will present every two weeks as they will be divided into two groups. Graduate students are trained to make their presentation slides in English but it is acceptable to present in Japanese whereas, undergraduate students are free to choose either one. Research works mainly include making samples, polishing samples, conducting heat treatment and sample observations with a few types of microscopes followed by analysing the data. We are happy to help new members with the best we can.

Ahresty Corporation Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd. Mazda Motor Corporation Daido Steel Co., Ltd. YKK AP Inc.

Hitachi Metals, Ltd. Mitsubishi Motors Corporation Rengo Co., Ltd. Union Tool Co. Nippon Steel Logistics Co., Ltd.

Writer : Science of Technology Innovation Amalina Aina Binti Kaharudin(Malaysia Japan Higher Education Program)

(M) Improvement in balance between strength and ductility of age-hardenable Ti-Fe-Zr-B alloy

(M) Quantification of strain associated with creep deformation using fine ice (M) Effect of Sn addition on CoSi thermoelectric material

Atomic level image of MnReSi thermoelectric material taken by transmission electron microscope

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"MOTTAINAI" Don't waste the heat‼ No genius win the effort. "Roma wasn't built in a day"

Professor / Masatoshi TAKEDA Assistant Professor / Masaaki BABA

Energy material lab.

Prof. / Masatoshi TAKEDA, Asst Prof. / Masaaki BABAProf. Takeda is always gentle to us and he always gives us earnest advices even if he is busy. He tells us instructive stories (sometimes funny stories) based on his experience. We can feel free to ask to Prof. Baba because he is very friendly, and he gives us valuable suggestions.

We are studying about “Thermoelectric material and device”, “Electrocaloric effect” and “Heat storage material”. Thermoelectric materials and devices can directly convert thermal energy (such as waste heat from power plant, vehicles and body heat) into electricity. Electrocaloric effect is a physical phenomenon which absorbs / generates heat by applying periodic field to a ferroelectric material. This is one of promising technologies for miniaturerized cooling system. VO2, which is a a solid-solid phase change material, can be utilized for solid-state heat storage system and temperature leaving technologies.

We have a morning seminar from 8 am on every weekday to present and discuss about our research progress. The aim of this seminar is to get advices and opinions from professors and other members, and is to broaden our horizons by listening to different research topics. After the seminar we carry out research at our own pace.In addition, even if you have no specialized knowledge when you are assigned to this laboratory, you can get enough knowledge to proceed your research by attending seminors held in our laboratory every week.

DOWA TECHNOLOGY TWINBIRD DAIHATSU MOTOR YAMAHA MITSUBISHI MATERIALS TECHNO

DENKA HITACHI KOKI MITSUBA TAIYO YUDEN NAOETSU ELECTRONICS

Writer : Science of Technology Innovation UEMURA Kai(National Institute of Technology, Fukui College)

(M) Development of solid-state themal control device using Peltier effect (M) Development of fabrication process of inorganic thermoelectric film (M) Ovservation of phase transformation process of β-FeSi2 by electrical measurement and

thermoelectric properties of β-FeSi2 based composite

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NO ENGLISH NO LIFE Discussion Communication

Associate Professor / Yuichi OTSUKA

Laboratory to evaluate structural safety

Associate Professor / Yuichi OTSUKAHe is a very enthusiastic researcher who has prepared an environment for studying with many international students and person studying in different fields.

The research field of our laboratory is biomaterials.In elucidating the mechanism of mechanical loosening, the validity of loosening of the acetabular cup, fretting wear of the bioactive film, and the interface strength evaluation standard of the bioactive film has been validated. Aim to elucidate.In the development of functional biofilms, there are synthesis of HAp fluorescent complex by CIP method and evaluation of antibacterial property, formation of film on titanium porous body and evaluation of durability, aiming at development of film that contributes to longer life by utilizing dynamics.

This laboratory is in collaboration with Associate Professor Miyashita of Mechanical Engineering. Undergraduates, masters, doctors, international students, and both teachers have seminars in English every morning. There are also seminars (master's)twice a week, cleaning and regular meetings. In addition, parties are regularly held because international students frequently enter and interns.Some students participate in international conferences or write dissertations.

Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd. THERMOS K.K. MAYEKAWA MFG. CO., LTD. AKEBONO BRAKE INDUSTRY CO., LTD. The Japan Atomic Power Company.

Writer : Mechanical Engineering SAKONJU Takuya(Tokyo Metropolitan College of Industrial Technology)

(M) Damage evaluation of HAp coating and simulated bone using infrared thermography and acoustic emission in acetabular cup

(M) Wear powder generation behavior and cytotoxicity evaluation from interface between hydroxyapatite sprayed coating and titanium alloy substrate during fretting fatigue process

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Contribution science in the forefront of technology Imagination is not less than creativity. Evaluation of stuff is easier than that of staffs.

Professor / Ikuo IHARA

Ultrasound and Non-destructive evaluation Laboratory

Professor / Ikuo IHARASupervisor has been mentoring us very diligently based on him different careers and research experiences, which allows us to have wider and deeper view of thinking. He had worked at a private company before so that they sometimes made some helpful advices for not only our research activity but also our future work.

In many industries and engineering fields, there are a lot of demands for non-destructively measuring and monitoring some characteristics such as mechanical properties, temperature, and defects inside a material. We have been pursuing the study on quantitative and noninvasive measurement method utilizing ultrasound to meet these demands. Ultrasound is a very attractive and effective method for non-destructively evaluating materials and products. We are trying to develop novel non-contact monitoring system at high temperature and to create measurement theory by taking advantage of laser ultrasonic, and air-coupled ultrasound.

Our laboratory basically has a core-time from 9 A.M. to 5 P.M., we routinely spend as follows; Morning: make a plan to do on the day according to our research progress, then begin to act.Afternoon: basically, keep doing the experiments along the plan.Evening: make a plan for future effort by reviewing our achievement.We have an English-language literature seminar about ultrasonic measurement and a progress seminar for each member (once a week each). We make a discussion about the problem in each study with supervisor and other members in lab. It is recommended that we should explain our idea logically and briefly.

Toyota Motor Corporation Honda Motor Co., Ltd. Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. Mitsubishi Electric Corporation

Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd. Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation NSK Ltd. OMRON Corporation National Institute of Technology, Sendai College

Writer : Mechanical Engineering OGAWA Yoji(National Institute of Technology, Ishikawa College)

(M) Development of ultrasonic probe for molten polymer sensing and its application to solidification monitoring

(D) Study on temperature distribution monitoring of materials using ultrasonic wave (D) Non-contact temperature monitoring of heated materials using laser ultrasound

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Make it speedy ! No pain No gain ! We love renewable energy !

Professor / Noboru YAMADA

Energy Engineering Laboratory

Professor / Noboru YAMADAProfessor Yamada takes care of students and teaches carefully. He often advises students about research, future and so on. His office door is always open to accept questions from student.

In this laboratory, we focus on sustainable energy utilization technologies related to solar energy, heat engine, energy conversion / storage / transportation, heat transfer phenomena. The main research contents are as follows. Research on solar power generation, which is drawing attention as "renewable energy". Development of compact heat engine for temperature difference power generation using high-temperature thermal energy called "waste heat". Research on large heat transport device "to recover and transport heat in a large space". Developed a highly efficient mechanical battery system that enables "reciprocating conversion of electric energy and kinetic energy".

There is no time restriction in this laboratory. Therefore, you can create you own research style that suits your own life. It is roughly divided into two teams, a research team related to photovoltaic power generation system and thermal engineering, and both teams cooperate each other. Even if there is something you can not understand, your seniors will guide you kindly and carefully. Even at the seminar, regardless of grade, various opinions are overflowing and it is exciting.

FUJI ELECTRIC CO., LTD. Mazda Motor Corporation NIPPON STEEL & SUMITOMO METAL CORPORATION Azbil Corporation Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd

Tohoku Electric Power Co.,Inc. ASAHI KOHMATSU CO., LTD. MAYEKAWA MFG. CO., LTD. Hitachi Chemical Company, Ltd NACHI-FUJIKOSHI CORP.

Writer : Science of Technology Innovation HAYAKAWA Yoshitaka (National Institute of Technology, Kumamoto College)

(M) Effect of temperature change of silicone-on-glass micro lens array on optical efficiency of concentrator photovoltaic module

(M) Characterization of gerotor expander for micro organic Rankine cycle power generation system -- Comparison with scroll expander --

(M) Rotation speed improvement of light-driven micro-motor and investigation of effective application

Solar cell module that increases power generation efficiency by converging sunlight with a lens.

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Improve creativity by facing unknown challenges ! Improve communication by international exchange‼ Improve sociability by a fun atmosphere‼!

Environment and Process Design Laboratory

Professor / Tadachika NAKAYAMAOur professor gives us the chance to meet our study wishes. In our laboratory, there are opportunities to work for domestic and foreign academic societies, joint research with companies and overseas internships. Our professor embodies the motto "play with full effort, study with full effort". Furthermore, not only students, but he seriously participates in the softball competitions at the University.

This laboratory has a well-developed research environment, at the top level in the world, and has five research topics: environmental technology, environment/process design, nanosecond technology, 3D nanotechnology, and new process development. In this laboratory, you can find opportunities to conduct a wide variety of research that includes the creation of new materials for the evaluation of properties and commercialization in cooperation with companies. As it follows from this, you can be engaged in cutting-edge research.< Main subject of research>・Production of microstructure by 3D printer.・ Fabrication of ferroelectric material for exhaust heat

regeneration.

Studying in this laboratory you can acquire not only technical and research skills, but also human and personal experiences. In addit ion, because there are many international students, you can have the opportunity to communicate in English working with people from several different countries. In our laboratory, we value student autonomy and there is no core time. In addition, there are members who collaborate with companies and are engaged in cutting-edge developments. At academic societies, you can participate in its planning and operation as well as take part in international societies organized by professors, acquiring skills different from the research related.

Kao Corporation Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd. Dai Nippon Printing Co., Ltd. Hino Motors, Ltd. Toray Industries, Inc.

Toyohashi University of Technology Mitsubishi Electric Corporation Hitachi Chemical Company Ricoh Japan Co., Ltd. Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd.

Writer : Mechanical Engineering IIDA Yuichiroh(Tokyo Metropolitan College of Industrial Technology)

(M) Development of self-healing environment resistant coating for ceramics engine (M) Design and production of electric circuit system for waste heat regeneration (D) Development of sewage water purification method using nanosecond pulse electric field

Professor / Tadachika NAKAYAMA Specially Appointed Associate Professor / Takashi GOTOSpecially Appointed Associate Professor / Wiff Juan Paulo Specially Appointed Assistant Professor / Omar Gomez Rojas

Measurement experiment of thermoelectric characteristics

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Let's study space propulsion engineering in Nagaoka. Proceed your research step by step every day Exprosion is art !

Associate Professor / Toshiyuki KATSUMI

Combustion and Energy Laboratory

Associate Professor / Toshiyuki KATSUMIDr. Katsumi is kind and very friendly. He always gives us much useful advice related to our research. In the lab party, he talks a lot of interesting stories and enjoys with us. His singing is wonderful !

Our laboratory focuses on the research field of combustion and energy. The research topics are as follows. ①�Combustion characteristics of green propellants for a

rocket engine②Combustion characteristics of Hydrogen premixed gas③Combustion characteristics of biofuel④Laser ignition characteristics

We don't have a core time, so we can decide a schedule by ourselves. Laboratory members promote research in cooperation with seniors and/or juniors. Through activities with seniors, you can learn about the research theme and experiment. In recent years, some members study abroad through a research internship program. The meetings are held twice a week. We report the progress of the research at those meetings. We have many fun events, for example, BBQ, softball, Nagaoka fireworks, and some parties. Combustion and Energy Laboratory is good to do what you want.

Japan Manned Space Systems Corporation The High Pressure Gas Safety Institute of Japan JGC HOLDINGS CORPORATION Mazda Motor Corporation ANRITSU INFIVIS

IHI IHI Aerospace Engineering J-POWER TEPCO NIPPI Corporation

Writer : Mechanical Engineering TSUJISAKI Kento(National Institute of Technology, Tomakomai College)

(M) Study on combustion characteristics of mono and bi liquid propellant (M) Study on the propagation characteristics of spherically expanding flame in hydrogen-air

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Creation of novel micro/nano fabrication technologies "Big" achievements with nicro/nano processing Working seriously and actively on research

Associate Professor / MIZOSHIRI Mizue

Micro/Nano processing Laboratory

Associate Professor / MIZOSHIRI MizueDr. Mizoshiri takes good care of us students in the lab. and visits to the laboratory frequently, so we can feel free to consult about the researches and get accurate advices. She is also a very friendly teacher because she actively participates in the events in the laboratory.

We are working on the creation of next-generation microfabricat ion technology and the appl icat ion of microdevices using special “light” lasers. Specifically, there are three themes of (1) Three-dimensional microfabrication (micro 3D printers), (2) Thin-film thermoelectric devices, (3) New magnetic domain observation methods. All of these themes are using the “light” and we research on fabrication, device, and observation. Microfabrication technology is not only a miniaturization by integration, but also a dream technology that realizes new functions by utilizing the “size effect” generated in the micro/nano scales.

We students have a flex time system. Most of us usually come in laboratory until about 10:00 a.m., and they advance the researches along each plan. The researches results will make presentation at a weekly progress seminar. In the English paper seminar, we introduce the selected articles and discuss them with members of the laboratory, to increase mutual research knowledges. We can get many chances for making presentation in international and domestic academic conferences depending on ones' research results. We regularly hold the laboratory events such as a cherry-blossom viewing, fireworks festivals, and camps to deepen our friendship.

KONICA MINOLTA, INC. ALPS ALPINE CO., LTD. Shuwa Construction Co., Ltd

Writer : Mechanical Engineering KOIKE Rentaro(National Institute of Technology, Nagaoka College)

(M) Fabrication of Cu-based microstructures using green femtosecond laser reduction of Cu2O nanoparticles

(M) Fabrication and evaluation of micro-Fresnel lenses used for thin-film thermoelectric conversion of near-infrared solar light

(M) Fabrication of plasmonic filters using self-assembly of nanospheres for high-contrast imaging of magnetic domains

(a)Nanoparticles used in micro/nano processing, (b)laser direct-writing system, (c)thin-film thermoelectric device, and (d)magnetic domains.

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Integrating biology and mechanical engineering Proposing new concept Work hard, play hard !

Specially Appointed Associate Professor / Kan SHOJI

Nano Bio Integrated systems Lab.

Specially Appointed Associate Professor / Kan SHOJII was just assinged to NUT at Feb. 1st, 2020. I'm really looking forward to studying and developing bio-integrated systems with NUT's students.

We are aiming to develop a new mechanical system that living materials and mechanical systems are combined. Bio-integrated devices including biohybrid robots and biosensors have the potential to provide specific functions (bio-compatible, self-organization, chemical driven, and high sensitivity) that are difficult to build with conventional mechanical systems. Especially, we would like to design bio-integrated devices by focusing on the interfaces connecting biological and mechanical systems.

We will make our group charter with my students. I will give my best to support my students, so they can get the best lab life. More specifically, I will develop abilities for logical thinking and communication by encouraging my students to attend conferences and discussing with famous researchers. In addition, to incubate researchers and engineers who are internationally competitive, I will encourage my students to study overseas and attend international conferences.

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Writer : Top Runner Incubation Center for Academia-Industry Fusion SHOJI Kan

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