{"id":99,"date":"2018-02-25T10:23:04","date_gmt":"2018-02-25T01:23:04","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/eng.ssrd.jp\/english\/?page_id=99"},"modified":"2018-03-31T10:29:33","modified_gmt":"2018-03-31T01:29:33","slug":"dept2-2","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.eng.kumamoto-u.ac.jp\/english\/department\/dept2\/dept2-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Research"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"main_dept\">\n<h3><span class=\"h3_text\">Precision Systems and Mechanical Processing<\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"main_dept_p1\">The field of precision systems and mechanical processing involves development of design and manufacturing technologies to increase precision and systemization of machining tools, as well as development of new precision processing methods; development of welding and fusing methods for a variety of materials, as well as molecular-scale structural analysis of these interfaces; research into strength, deformation, and fracture events of materials; and development of instruments for use in medical and residential environments for which tribology and wear studies are key.<\/p>\n<div class=\"imgBox1\">\n<div id=\"attachment_69\" style=\"max-width: 340px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-69 size-full\" src=\"\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/dept2-3_pht001.jpg\" alt=\"High-precision hole made in CFRP composite material\" width=\"310\" height=\"248\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"txtBoxCap1\">High-precision hole made in CFRP composite material<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"attachment_69\" style=\"max-width: 340px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-69 size-full\" src=\"\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/dept2-3_pht002.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"txtBoxCap1\">Diamond-substrate UV radiation superimposed polishing machine<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"h3_text\">Robotics, Control, and Instrumentation<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The field of robotics, control, and instrumentation involves research into sensors and measurement methods based on new principles; cutting-edge control algorithms such as for adaptive control; and intelligent, not simply automated, mechanical systems and robots.<\/p>\n<div class=\"imgBox1\">\n<div id=\"attachment_69\" style=\"max-width: 340px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-69 size-full\" src=\"\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/dept2-3_pht003.jpg\" alt=\"Acoustic surface area sensor\" width=\"273\" height=\"278\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"txtBoxCap1\">Acoustic surface area sensor<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"attachment_69\" style=\"max-width: 340px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-69 size-full\" src=\"\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/dept2-3_pht004.jpg\" alt=\"Ultrasound array sensor and location measurement results\" width=\"351\" height=\"278\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"txtBoxCap1\">Ultrasound array sensor and location measurement results<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"h3_text\">Advanced Thermal and Fluid Energy Systems<\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"main_dept_p1\">In the field of advanced thermal and fluid energy systems, we educate and research on machines that use microchannels and microbubbles; analysis of fluid flow characteristics within fluidic devices and resulting data; development of advanced thermal transport equipment; and analysis of thermal transport properties.<\/p>\n<h4>Applying microbubble generators and mist generators in industry<\/h4>\n<p class=\"main_dept_p1\">This research aims to apply our independently developed devices capable of generating microbubbles a few dozen \u03bcm in diameter (1\u03bcm = 1\/1000 mm) and fine droplets to a wide range of fields in industry.<\/p>\n<div class=\"imgBox1\">\n<div id=\"attachment_69\" style=\"max-width: 340px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-69 size-full\" src=\"\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/dept2-3_pht005.jpg\" alt=\"Vapor chamber\" width=\"257\" height=\"263\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"txtBoxCap1\">Vapor chamber<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"attachment_69\" style=\"max-width: 340px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-69 size-full\" src=\"\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/dept2-3_pht006.jpg\" alt=\"Cleaning seawater using microbubbles made using a solar battery\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"txtBoxCap1\">Cleaning seawater using microbubbles made using a solar battery<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"h3_text\">Mechanical System Design<\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"main_dept_p1\">In the field of mechanical system design, we perform comprehensive educational research into the behavior of materials in environments where they may be subject to high temperatures, high pressures, shocks, etc., as well as various related phenomena. The results of this research are used in building cutting-edge machines, e.g., cars and aircraft.<\/p>\n<div class=\"imgBox1\">\n<div id=\"attachment_1592\" style=\"max-width: 340px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1592 size-full\" src=\"\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/dept2-3_img001.jpg\" alt=\"Numerical simulation of tool deformity\" width=\"310\" height=\"284\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"txtBoxCap1\">Numerical simulation of tool deformity<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"attachment_1593\" style=\"max-width: 340px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1593 size-full\" src=\"\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/dept2-3_pht007.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"txtBoxCap1\">Developing equipment to climb and inspect surfaces of bridge piers and buildings.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"h3_text\">Applied Mathematics<\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"main_dept_p1\">In the field of applied mathematics, we perform research related to information mathematics and nonlinear analysis.<\/p>\n<h4>Information Mathematics<\/h4>\n<p class=\"main_dept_p1\">Based on research into various mathematical structures, such as algebraic systems and discrete mathematics, we perform research and applied research into basic theoretical structure in order to deeply understand informatics in a broad sense through mathematics focused material related to information.<\/p>\n<div class=\"imgBox1\">\n<div id=\"attachment_1593\" style=\"max-width: 340px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1593 size-full\" src=\"\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/dept2-3_img002.jpg\" alt=\"Information Mathematics\" width=\"310\" height=\"233\" \/><\/div>\n<div id=\"attachment_1593\" style=\"max-width: 340px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1593 size-full\" src=\"\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/dept2-3_img003.jpg\" alt=\"Information Mathematics\" width=\"310\" height=\"233\" \/><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h4>Nonlinear Analysis<\/h4>\n<p class=\"main_dept_p1\">We perform research on partial difference equations that account for various physical and engineering phenomena. We build theories to more deeply understand these phenomena, and run data simulations using computers to provide a deeper visual understanding.<\/p>\n<div class=\"imgBox1\">\n<div id=\"attachment_1593\" style=\"max-width: 340px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1593 size-full\" src=\"\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/dept2-3_img004.png\" alt=\"Signals within optical fiber\" width=\"310\" height=\"178\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"txtBoxCap1\">Signals within optical fiber<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"attachment_1593\" style=\"max-width: 340px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1593 size-full\" src=\"\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/dept2-3_img005.jpg\" alt=\"2D wave simulation\" width=\"310\" height=\"171\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"txtBoxCap1\">2D wave simulation<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"h3_text\">Probability and Statistics<\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"main_dept_p1\">In the field of probability and statistics, we perform research regarding probabilistic analyses and statistical science.<\/p>\n<h4>Probabilistic Analyses<\/h4>\n<p class=\"main_dept_p1\">We think about probabilistic models that describe a variety of non-deterministic phenomena, come up with logical developments to better understand these phenomena, and provide education research on methods that apply to analyzing random phenomena that occur widely throughout all fields of engineering.<\/p>\n<div class=\"imgBox1\">\n<div id=\"attachment_1593\" style=\"max-width: 340px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1593 size-full\" src=\"\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/dept2-3_img006.png\" alt=\"Actual stock price fluctuations\" width=\"310\" height=\"171\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"txtBoxCap1\">Actual stock price fluctuations<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"attachment_1593\" style=\"max-width: 340px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"\" src=\"\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/dept2-3_img007.png\" alt=\"Random walk\" width=\"310\" height=\"233\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"txtBoxCap1\">Random walk<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h4>Statistical Science<\/h4>\n<p class=\"main_dept_p1\">With an increasing demand for data sciences nowadays due to the prevalence of big data as a result of the spread of ICT, we perform theoretical research and research its applications regarding statistical methods that form the basis of data science.<\/p>\n<div class=\"imgBox1\">\n<div id=\"attachment_1593\" style=\"max-width: 340px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1593 size-full\" src=\"\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/dept2-3_pht008.jpg\" alt=\"Statistical analysis using a computer\" width=\"341\" height=\"290\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"txtBoxCap1\">Statistical analysis using a computer<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"attachment_1593\" style=\"max-width: 340px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1593 size-full\" src=\"\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/dept2-3_img008.jpg\" alt=\"Probability density function for two-dimensional normal distribution\" width=\"282\" height=\"290\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"txtBoxCap1\">Probability density function for two-dimensional normal distribution<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Precision Systems and Mechanical Processing The field of precision systems and mechanical processing involves &#8230; 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