Micro · Nano Systems Research Center

"Engineering the Future from Micro to Nano"

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.

150+
ISI Publications
80+
Q1/Q2 Journals
13
Team Members
10
Research Projects
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.
Cleanroom 1:1000
~46 m²
AFM XE-70 · NT-200 · Bio AFM
Explore AFM Lab
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.
~50 m² · Room E06
4-Ball · Disc/3-Pin · Stick-Slip · Timken
Explore Standard Tribology Lab
Specialized Laboratory 03
Nano/Micro-Tribology Laboratory
Precision nano/micro-scale tribological testing including pin-on-disc tribometry, profilometry, infrared thermography, controlled environments, surface energy analysis, and 3D printing.
~35 m² · Room E11d
Anton Paar TRB3 · FLIR E30 · 3D Printing
Explore Nano/Micro-Tribology Lab
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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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