Introducing students to the specific needs of modern energy sector in terms of material properties, as well as the specific types of novel materials, their relevant characteristics and possibilities of their application in the energy sector.

The ability to choose adequate, convenient and high-quality novel materials for specific applications in the field of energy production.

Requests for novel materials in modern energy production(specific materials for solar panels, wind turbines, high-efficiency power generators, photovoltaic properties, mechanical properties, energy efficiency). Modern magnetic materials for energy storage and conversion of energy (magnets with , nanocomposites magnets, high temperature permanent magnets). Modern polymers for energy. High temperature and flame resistant polymers. Corrosion resistant polymers. Polymers for electrical and electronic applications. Materials for specific applications in modern energy production(thin films for energy conversion and storage of energy, steel and ceramic coating materials for reducing energy losses, materials for high capacity hydride batteries, nanostructured superconductors).

Lectures, exercises, consultations.