From Discovery to Advanced Design: PDC Technology in the Glass and Ceramics Laboratory of the DII
Let’s trace the evolution of polymer-derived ceramics (PDCs), from Yajima’s breakthrough to advanced applications developed at DII. By controlling precursor chemistry, researchers obtain innovative materials such as transparent silicon oxycarbides, ultralight aerogels, and high-performance composites, opening new frontiers in materials design.
TinyML: machine learning for low-power applications.
TinyML enables machine learning on resource-constrained devices typical of IoT. It offers benefits such as local processing, low latency, improved privacy, and reduced energy consumption, while posing challenges in model optimization, compression, and computational capacity.
From the University of Trento to Ferrari Formula 1
Nearly 200 students from the University of Trento attended Ferrari’s F1 Engineering Academy presentation. The event combined career guidance and a tech talk, highlighting required skills and opportunities to enter Formula 1, focusing on teamwork, data analysis, and technological innovation
Architected Metamaterials: a new volume on design, additive manufacturing, and applications
A new Elsevier book on architected metamaterials, edited by Matteo Benedetti, provides an integrated overview of design, additive manufacturing, material properties, and industrial applications.
From fundamental chemistry to industrial sustainability
This work introduces an innovative approach to olefin oxidative cleavage based on the in situ generation of nitrate radicals via TiO₂ photocatalysis. The method enables the production of carbonyl compounds under mild conditions while reducing hazardous oxidants. Electro-assisted systems further enhance efficiency and sustainability for scalable applications.
When Artificial Intelligence learns from physics
A physics-guided AI approach uses structured neural networks to model brake wear emissions, combining engineering knowledge and data to achieve more interpretable, efficient, and robust predictive models.
From nature to clinic: natural inks for bone tissue regeneration
An interdisciplinary study between Trento and Sydney explores natural bioinks for bone regeneration. Using 3D bioprinting and materials such as silk fibroin, hydroxyapatite, and tropoelastin, bioactive, sustainable, and customizable scaffolds were developed.
From Trento’s labs to Jaguar Land Rover braking systems | An interview with Dr. Priyadarshini Jayashree
Interview with a Trento PhD graduate now working at Jaguar Land Rover. She shares her global journey, how tribology applies to high-performance braking systems, and the future challenges in automotive engineering, including EVs, sustainability, and smart braking technologies.
When particle physicists call engineers: how the collaboration between DII and INFN is developing the technologies of the future
The collaboration between the University of Trento’s Department of Industrial Engineering and INFN-TIFPA develops cutting-edge technologies ranging from radiation sensors and quantum devices to space mission systems. This multidisciplinary ecosystem transforms fundamental physics research into applications for medicine, industry, and space exploration.
Modern Steelmaking: Processes, Technologies, and Industrial Practice
A complete, up-to-date guide to modern steelmaking: from iron ore reduction and blast furnace to BOF converter, electric arc furnace, secondary metallurgy, continuous casting and remelting technologies. With practical numerical examples for engineering students and industry technicians.
