Skin friction control using engineering and biological surface coatings

开发减少输水资产表面摩擦的技术将增加现有水力发电厂的可再生能源产量，并提高输水设施的能源效率。也有可能应用于海洋生物污染问题和减少航运燃料的使用。将寻求被动（非化学）和生物控制方法来减少污垢和摩擦，以尽量减少对环境的影响，并保持饮用水质量。这一多学科项目结合了工程、摄影测量和生物科学，将为项目小组成员提供宝贵的培训，并为澳大利亚工业界培养一批技术人才。

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.