Skin friction control using engineering and biological surface coatings

减少输水设备表面摩擦的技术的发展将增加现有水力发电厂的可再生能源产量，提高输水设施的能源效率。在解决海洋生物污染问题和减少船舶燃料使用方面也有应用潜力。将寻求减少污垢和摩擦的被动（非化学）和生物控制方法，以尽量减少对环境的影响并保持饮用水质量。这个结合工程学、摄影测量学和生物科学的多学科项目将为项目团队成员提供有价值的培训，并为澳大利亚工业培养一批技术人才。

The development of techniques to reduce skin friction in water conveying assets will increase renewable energy production from existing hydro-electric plant and improve the energy efficiency of water conveying utilities. There is also potential for application to marine biofouling problems and reducing fuel usage by shipping. Passive (non-chemical) and biological control methods to reduce fouling and friction will be sought to minimise environmental impact and maintain potable water quality. This multidisciplinary project combining engineering, photogrammetry and biological sciences will provide valuable training for the project team members and develop a pool of skilled personnel available to Australian industries.