Advanced Researchat the Edge of Scale

MINAS brings together top expertise in nano-mechanical characterization, nanotribology and MEMS/NEMS microsystems — offering unique infrastructure and an interdisciplinary high-performance team at UTCN Cluj-Napoca. From research and design to simulation, testing and production, we cover the full spectrum of micro-nano systems development.

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Specialized Laboratory 01

Atomic Force Microscopy Laboratory

State-of-the-art AFM infrastructure for nano-mechanical characterization, surface imaging, nanoindentation and bio-material analysis. Operates within a class 1:1000 cleanroom. Head: Prof. Marius PUSTAN, PhD, Eng.

Cleanroom 1:1000

~46 m²

AFM XE-70 · NT-200 · Bio AFM

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Specialized Laboratory 02

Standard Tribology Laboratory

Macro-scale friction, wear and lubrication testing with four classical tribometers. MARSS 2023 Best Application Paper Award. Open to industry contracts and joint research. Head: Prof. Corina BIRLEANU, PhD, Eng.

~50 m² · Room E06

4-Ball · Disc/3-Pin · Stick-Slip · Timken

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Specialized Laboratory 03

Micro Tribology Laboratory

Precision micro-scale tribological testing — pin-on-disc tribometry, profilometry, thermovision and 3D printing. Head: Prof. Corina BIRLEANU, PhD, Eng.

~35 m² · Room E11d

Anton Paar TRB3 · FLIR E30 · 3D Printing

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Scientific Areas

Research Domains

MEMS / NEMS

Micro & Nano Electro-Mechanical Systems

Nano Tribology

Friction & wear at the nanoscale

Nano Mechanics

Stiffness, fatigue & deformation

Thin Films

Nano-scale surface coatings

Green Tribology

Sustainable lubrication · GSTrib EU

AI & Triboinformatics

Data-driven wear prediction

Let's build together

We are open to partnerships for national and European projects, research contracts, doctoral co-supervision and knowledge transfer. Unique infrastructure, interdisciplinary team, and a network of 23 partners across 9 countries.

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