prof. Ing. Sergej Hloch, PhD.
Place of work
VŠB – Technical University of Ostrava
Field
Engineering technology
The research brings an innovative approach to controlled river erosion. While traditional research has tended to focus on the negative aspects of erosion, our work shows the potential of using this phenomenon in engineering practice. It can revolutionize the field of biomedical engineering and enable controlled surface modifications of implants and other biomaterials. This technology has the potential to improve their biocompatibility and extend their lifetime.
Research, activities and impact
I am fascinated by how the traditional concepts in materials machining, based on the idea that hard material can only be machined with harder tools, are gradually breaking down. The focus is shifting to the use of energy in various forms, such as acoustic waves, photons, or even water jets or repeatedly falling water droplets. This shift opens up new possibilities in shaping and modifying materials that were previously difficult to access using conventional methods.
Extensive research into the phenomena associated with the interaction of flowing water with solids. The vision is to translate these natural phenomena into innovative tools and controlled action methods for surface treatment or controlled removal of materials.
My experience in the field was gained mainly during my internship at the Institute of Geonics of the CAS as a J. E. Purkyně scholarship holder, where I expanded my knowledge in the field of ultrasound-excited water beam.
“The challenge for me is to push the boundaries of knowledge in the field of unconventional technologies. I want to contribute to the development of methods that enable more efficient and precise machining of materials, with minimal environmental impact. I believe that interdisciplinary collaboration is the key to achieving these goals… My goal is to translate this potential into practical applications that will bring tangible benefits to industry and healthcare. I want to show that science can be not only fascinating but also extremely useful.”
Sergej Hloch
Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, VŠB-TUO
