Flexible facing systems, the main element of which is a pinned net, are widely used to
stabilise ground layers on slopes. Today, this technique benefits from decades of successful …

Selective laser melting (SLM) offers novel opportunities for the design of aluminum-based
composites, yet challenges persist in optimizing process parameters and elucidating …

Granular materials are ubiquitous in nature and industry alike, ranging from assemblies of
large rocks to the finest of powders. Nonetheless, compared to fluids and solids, our …

This thesis compares the effectiveness of reciprocating drilling and conventional rotational
drilling, with a focus on the potential advantages of bio-inspired drilling technologies. By …