Fields of Research
Research Lines
Academic Structure and Research Lines – PPGEM
The Graduate Program in Mechanical Engineering is structured around a central area of concentration and its respective research lines:
Processes, Equipment, and Systems for Renewable Energy
Processes, Equipment, and Systems for Renewable Energy
The Area of Concentration is characterized by scientific and technological research activities on new Processes, Equipment, and Systems that use alternative energy sources, either individually or combined, to contribute to regional and national technological and social development. These activities include the design of new processes and equipment, structural and manufacturing mechanical designs, distributed among the following Research Lines.
Renewable Energy Sources
Study of the utilization of renewable natural resources for power generation, covering sources such as solar, wind, hydraulic, biomass, biogas, and other alternative sources. The line involves the assessment of the availability, energy potential, efficiency, and sustainability of these sources.
Processes and Systems for Renewable Energy
Development, analysis, and optimization of processes, equipment, and systems for the conversion and utilization of renewable energy sources. It covers, for example, photovoltaic, wind, thermal, biomass, and hybrid systems, aiming for greater efficiency, reliability, and technical and economic feasibility.
Transport and Storage of Renewable Energy
Study of technologies and systems for the transport, storage, and management of energy produced from renewable sources. It includes storage using batteries, hydrogen, thermal systems, and other technologies, as well as the integration of these solutions into electrical and energy systems, contributing to greater stability and security in the energy supply.
