BOND2DIVE
| Project Title | BOND2DIVE |
| Project Subtitle | Bonded glazing under high hydrostatic and hydrodynamic loads |
| Project Leader |
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Michael Engelmann (TU Dresden) |
| Researcher | Dr.-Ing. Alina Joachim (TU Dresden) |
| Partners | Bollinger und Grohmann Consulting GmbH ADCO Technik GmbH SIKA Deutschland GmbH |
| Funding | BMWK – Zentrales Innovationsprogramm Mittelstand (ZIM) |
| Time Span | 2022-2024 |
Project Description
The demand for bonded joints is continuously increasing. Also for use under water. Particularly in combination with transparent materials such as glass or plastic, bonded joints guarantee maximum transparency with minimal frame content. In building construction, it is increasingly large aquariums and infinity pools that are in demand. In shipbuilding, it is special glazing for cruise ships and mega yachts. The requirements are extreme.
The aim of the research cooperation is to develop bonded glazing for use in underwater applications under high hydrostatic pressure and complex dynamic stresses. The search is on for an innovative bonding technology that enables glazing to be inserted with a precise fit without the need for a frame and that is capable of bearing both high hydrostatic loads and dynamic effects. Therefore, a constructive solution with new bonding technology for underwater applications is to be developed. The aim is to create a two-stage bonded joint that separates the required functions (sealing and load transfer). Different joint types (single-cut and butted) and load directions (tension and compression) will be investigated. The compatibility of the adhesives with each other and with the adjacent materials (fluid mixture and joining partners) must be ensured.
Contact Person TU Dresden
© Franziska Rehde
Research Associate
NameDr.-Ing. Alina Katzera (geb. Joachim)
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Institute of Building Construction
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© Franziska Rehde
Professor of Sustainable Building Construction
NameProf. Dr.-Ing. Michael Engelmann
Head of the Institute of Building Construction
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Institute of Building Construction
Visiting address:
ABS 30, Haus 116, 06-018 August-Bebel-Straße 30
01219 Dresden