Rockstar Scientist: Professor Nguyen Dinh Duc's Three-Phase Composite Materials Revolution
Embracing the Frontier of Advanced Engineering Materials
Researcher recognized with distinguished award for pioneering work in advanced composite materials science.
In the bustling heart of Ha Noi, Professor Nguyen Dinh Duc, a charismatic figure at the University of Engineering and Technology under Việt Nam National University, made history yet again. This maverick scientist, known for tackling complex problems with unyielding determination, secured the illustrious Bảo Sơn Prize. This prestigious accolade is granted to extraordinary scientific achievements with tangible practical value.
The prized recognition encompassed his research cluster titled 'Advanced Research and Application of Three-Phase Composite Materials and Structures in Engineering'. Let's delve into the fascinating journey of this extraordinary research, its groundbreaking impact, and the new horizons it's opening.
The Roots of Invention: Three Decades of Obstacles and Triumphs
Professor Duc's odyssey began in the 1990s at the Composite Materials Laboratory of the Mechanical Engineering Research Institute of the Russian Academy of Sciences. It was then one of the world's vanguard research centers in composite materials.
His relentless pursuit of discovery led to an astonishing breakthrough: the development of a unique three-phase carbon-carbon composite structure with a spatial configuration. This structure offered unparalleled mechanical and thermal resistance, all while remaining unbelievably lightweight.
Turning the Tide: It's All in the Application
This innovation has been a game-changer in both the industrial and national defense sectors. In particular, it has played a vital role in missile technology, addressing long-standing questions and revolutionizing research in these areas.
Moreover, Professor Duc's research painstakingly unraveled the intricate interactions between the matrix, fibers, and particles within composite materials. The derived analytical formulas allowed researchers to custom-design composites with desirable physical and mechanical properties—a monumental leap forward in materials engineering.
From Ideas to Reality: Application and Impact
Over the years, Professor Duc's work has undergone extensive theoretical and experimental verification, leading to remarkable practical applications. For instance, his collaboration with the Shipbuilding Research Institute at Nha Trang University led to the use of a three-phase polymer-based composite, enhanced with titanium oxide particles, to waterproof ship engine girders. This groundbreaking research was granted a national patent in 2016, significantly improving the institute's product quality and competitiveness.
Building the Future: The Promise of Next-Generation Materials
With the Bảo Sơn Prize in hand, Professor Duc looks to the horizon, ready to conquer new frontiers in materials research. His efforts are now focused on next-generation materials, such as pentagraphene, auxetics, and composites reinforced with carbon nanotubes (CNTs) and graphene. These advanced materials promise to significantly enhance mechanical strength, thermal and electrical conductivity, and could revolutionize electronics, renewable energy, data storage, aerospace, and artificial intelligence integration in engineering applications.
"High-level scientific research can be deeply relevant to everyday life," Professor Duc asserts. "When scientists immerse themselves in real-world problems, their research becomes truly impactful for the community."
Professor Nguyen Dinh Duc's three-phase composite materials research has cemented its place in the global materials science landscape. The international scientific community acknowledges the profound implications of his work, which not only addresses long-standing questions but also lays the foundation for a unique and increasingly recognized research school in Vietnam. Moreover, Professor Duc's impact reaches beyond Vietnam, inspiring collaboration and respect from scholars worldwide.
With these achievements under his belt, Professor Nguyen Dinh Duc stands as a shining example of Vietnamese scientific excellence and perseverance against all odds. As he embarks on his next scientific venture, the world eagerly awaits the fascinating discoveries that lie ahead.
Professor Nguyễn Đình Đức (centre) receives the Bảo Sơn Prize, a recognition granted to outstanding scientific achievements with high practical value, on Sunday.- VNA/VNS Photo Hoàng Hiếu
- Professor Nguyen Dinh Duc, a charismatic figure at the University of Engineering and Technology, made history with his research on three-phase composite materials.
- His research cluster, 'Advanced Research and Application of Three-Phase Composite Materials and Structures in Engineering,' secured the prestigious Ba
