Leadership:
Lab Surf coordinates Ct-Trib (National Institute of Tribology – INCT Tribologia) and is led by Profa. Dra. Henara Lillian Costa Murray (Lattes) and Prof. Dr. José Henrique Alano (Lattes).

Mission:
With a transversal and multidisciplinary team, Lab Surf focuses on developing and evaluating coatings and surface modifications to:

• Enhance material performance against Tribology and Corrosion;
• Investigate surface phenomena in mechanical manufacturing processes;
• Deliver innovative solutions aligned with SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure) and SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption).

Ongoing Projects:

1. Thermal Vision:
   Integrated hardware and software platform for weld joint quality control, optimizing:
   • Weldability
   • Fracture toughness
   • Corrosion resistance
     (Aligned with SDG 9)
2. Corrosion and Electrochemistry:
   Research on degradation mechanisms and development of protective coatings for industrial applications.
   (Aligned with SDGs 9 and 12)
3. Surface Modifications in Mechanical Forming:
   • Surface texturing
   • Functional coatings
     (Aligned with SDG 9)
4. Tribological Performance of Steels and Coatings:
   Performance testing for forming tools to extend lifespan and improve energy efficiency.
   (Aligned with SDGs 7 and 9)

Key Strengths:

• Advanced infrastructure for tribological and electrochemical testing;
• Partnerships with national/international industries and research centers;
• Sustainable approaches to manufacturing processes.

Learn More:
Visit our website for technical details and publications:
Lab Surf Website