The aim of this diploma work is accuracy assesment of underground spaces electromagnetic localization method and comparison with results made by Ing. Matin Šklíba in 2006. Existing Purpose-built geodetic control Býčí skála and previous measuring for past 15 years was used for accuracy assessment.

Esta dissertação apresenta modelagem matemática e um método de solução numérica para problemas de conformação eletromagnética de chapas metálicas finas circulares utilizando uma bobina em espiral plana. O método foca especificamente o cálculo do campo eletromagnético gerado pela bobina e análise do circuito que modela o sistema de estampagem eletromagnética. A bobina plana é aproximada por círculos concêntricos carregando a corrente de descarga dos capacitores. Os cálculos das correntes induzidas e perfil da força eletromagnética na chapa e acoplamentos magnéticos entre a bobina e chapa metálica são realizados para o instante inicial, antes da deformação plástica da chapa. O método utiliza a lei de Biot-Savart, sendo que a solução das integrais obtidas para indução magnética é realizada através de métodos numéricos, considerando as simetrias do problema. Para verificação da modelagem matemática, da solução numérica e comprovação da viabilidade técnica deste processo, um dispositivo de estampagem eletromagnética foi desenvolvido e diversos experimentos foram realizados com chapas de alumínio. Os parâmetros investigados foram a espessura da chapa a ser deformada e a influência da presença de vácuo na cavidade da ferramenta. Os resultados experimentais demonstram concordância com os resultados da modelagem proposta. A presença de vácuo também demonstrou um incremento na deformação da chapa. A rotina desenvolvida no software Matlab fornece informações importantes para o processo e permite que se faça ajustes no dispositivo. / This dissertation presents a mathematical model and numerical method to solve the problems of electromagnetic forming of thin circular metal sheets by using a flat spiral coil. The method focuses specifically on the calculation of the electromagnetic field generated by the coil flat and circuit analysis modeling system electromagnetic forming. The flat coil is approximated by concentric circles carrying a discharge current of capacitors. The calculations of induced currents and profile of the electromagnetic force on the plate and magnetic coupling between the coil and sheet metal are made to the initial time, before the plastic deformation of the plate. The method uses the law of Biot-Savart, and the solution of the integral obtained for magnetic induction is performed by numerical methods, considering the symmetries of the problem. To verify the mathematical model, the numerical solution and proving the technical feasibility of this process, a electromagnetic forming device was developed and several experiments were made with aluminum plates. The parameters investigated were the thickness of the plate to be deformed and the influence of the vacuum in the cavity of the tool. The experimental results show agreement with the results of the proposed model. The presence of vacuum also showed an increase in the deformation of the plate. A routine developed in software Matlab provide important information for the process and allow to make adjustments on the device.

Esta dissertação apresenta modelagem matemática e um método de solução numérica para problemas de conformação eletromagnética de chapas metálicas finas circulares utilizando uma bobina em espiral plana. O método foca especificamente o cálculo do campo eletromagnético gerado pela bobina e análise do circuito que modela o sistema de estampagem eletromagnética. A bobina plana é aproximada por círculos concêntricos carregando a corrente de descarga dos capacitores. Os cálculos das correntes induzidas e perfil da força eletromagnética na chapa e acoplamentos magnéticos entre a bobina e chapa metálica são realizados para o instante inicial, antes da deformação plástica da chapa. O método utiliza a lei de Biot-Savart, sendo que a solução das integrais obtidas para indução magnética é realizada através de métodos numéricos, considerando as simetrias do problema. Para verificação da modelagem matemática, da solução numérica e comprovação da viabilidade técnica deste processo, um dispositivo de estampagem eletromagnética foi desenvolvido e diversos experimentos foram realizados com chapas de alumínio. Os parâmetros investigados foram a espessura da chapa a ser deformada e a influência da presença de vácuo na cavidade da ferramenta. Os resultados experimentais demonstram concordância com os resultados da modelagem proposta. A presença de vácuo também demonstrou um incremento na deformação da chapa. A rotina desenvolvida no software Matlab fornece informações importantes para o processo e permite que se faça ajustes no dispositivo. / This dissertation presents a mathematical model and numerical method to solve the problems of electromagnetic forming of thin circular metal sheets by using a flat spiral coil. The method focuses specifically on the calculation of the electromagnetic field generated by the coil flat and circuit analysis modeling system electromagnetic forming. The flat coil is approximated by concentric circles carrying a discharge current of capacitors. The calculations of induced currents and profile of the electromagnetic force on the plate and magnetic coupling between the coil and sheet metal are made to the initial time, before the plastic deformation of the plate. The method uses the law of Biot-Savart, and the solution of the integral obtained for magnetic induction is performed by numerical methods, considering the symmetries of the problem. To verify the mathematical model, the numerical solution and proving the technical feasibility of this process, a electromagnetic forming device was developed and several experiments were made with aluminum plates. The parameters investigated were the thickness of the plate to be deformed and the influence of the vacuum in the cavity of the tool. The experimental results show agreement with the results of the proposed model. The presence of vacuum also showed an increase in the deformation of the plate. A routine developed in software Matlab provide important information for the process and allow to make adjustments on the device.

La fonctionnalisation « intelligente » des vêtements et accessoires portés par la personne est un phénomène à croissance rapide. L’installation des smartphones dans le quotidien des personnes en une décennie à peine en témoigne. L’autonomie énergétique de ces systèmes est un enjeu important, tant en termes d’ergonomie que de ressources : l’usage de piles ou batteries électrochimiques à l’échelle de milliards d’objets connectés est difficilement envisageable. La récupération d’énergie se pose en alternative pour complémenter ou remplacer ces unités de stockages. Cette thèse explore plusieurs approches pour utiliser l’énergie mécanique de la personne afin d’alimenter un vêtement intelligent en énergie électrique.Après avoir identifié le besoin énergétique d’un vêtement connecté typique, et comparé les possibilités des récupérateurs d’énergie de la littérature, trois formats de récupérateurs d’énergie sont étudiés. Le premier est un générateur inertiel à induction résonant non linéaire, de la taille d’une pile AA et permettant l’exploitation des impacts des pas de la personne. L’étude porte essentiellement sur la modélisation et l’optimisation du système pour l’activité humaine. Le prototype associé présente une densité de puissance supérieure à 500µW/cm3 lors de la course à pied. Le second récupérateur étudié est aussi un générateur inertiel à induction. D’une forme « toroïdale », il exploite le balancier des membres de la personne, et est capable de produire des puissances supérieures au milliwatt lorsqu’il est fixé au niveau du pied ou du bras. Enfin, le troisième concept de récupérateur d’énergie proposé s’appuie sur la transduction électrostatique à capacité variable pour exploiter des déformations dans les vêtements. Le système associe la triboélectricité avec un circuit d’auto-polarisation passif, le doubleur de Bennet. Cette combinaison permet de polariser une capacité variable de façon importante, sans source de tension externe, et ainsi de maximiser l’énergie électrostatique générée. Le dispositif réalisé pour faire la preuve du concept produit ainsi plus de 150µJ par cycle. Cette architecture électrostatique ouvre d’intéressantes possibilités en matière d’ergonomie et d’intégration dans les vêtements. En effet, elle laisse entrevoir le développement de structures étirables et flexibles s’adaptant bien aux contraintes de cette application.La comparaison de ces trois approches est instructive quant aux perspectives de développement du domaine de la conversion de l’énergie mécanique de la personne. / The functionalization of common objects in the human’s environment with electronics is a fast-growing trend, as demonstrated by the emblematic example of smartphones which became almost essential in the everyday life in less than a decade. One important stake of these systems is their power supply, in terms of ergonomics as well as resources: the use of electromechanical batteries to fuel billions of connected “things” is not the most attractive prospect. Energy harvesting techniques may provide an alternative or a complement to the use of these storage units. This thesis explores different structures of generators to efficiently convert the user’s mechanical energy to ensure the electrical self-sufficiency of smart wearables.Based on power requirement considerations for a typical “smart shirt” and comparing human energy harvesters from the literature, different structures are investigated. The first one is an inertial electromagnetic generator, the size of an AA-battery, designed to convert footsteps impacts. A thoroughly modelled and optimized device is able to generate power densities over 500µW/cm3 while attached on the arm during a run. The second considered energy harvester format is a “looped” inertial structure which is adapted to exploit the swing-type motions of the user’s limbs. This system is able to produce milliwatts-level powers from the motion of a small magnetic ball inside the device. Finally, a third generator concept that relies on electrostatic induction was developed, which uses variable capacitance structures to turn clothes deformations into electricity. The architecture of this energy harvester combines the triboelectric effect with a circuit of built-up self-polarization, Bennet’s doubler. It enables high levels of bias voltages without the need of an external source, and thus to maximize the energy generated per electrostatic cycle. A simple test device is shown to produce over 150µJ per cycle. This approach is promising in terms of integration in smart clothing, because it enables the development of flexible and stretchable devices well complying with the comfort requirements of worn systems.The comparison of those three energy harvesters provides an interesting basis for the future developments of energy harvesters converting one’s mechanical energy.

Esta dissertação apresenta modelagem matemática e um método de solução numérica para problemas de conformação eletromagnética de chapas metálicas finas circulares utilizando uma bobina em espiral plana. O método foca especificamente o cálculo do campo eletromagnético gerado pela bobina e análise do circuito que modela o sistema de estampagem eletromagnética. A bobina plana é aproximada por círculos concêntricos carregando a corrente de descarga dos capacitores. Os cálculos das correntes induzidas e perfil da força eletromagnética na chapa e acoplamentos magnéticos entre a bobina e chapa metálica são realizados para o instante inicial, antes da deformação plástica da chapa. O método utiliza a lei de Biot-Savart, sendo que a solução das integrais obtidas para indução magnética é realizada através de métodos numéricos, considerando as simetrias do problema. Para verificação da modelagem matemática, da solução numérica e comprovação da viabilidade técnica deste processo, um dispositivo de estampagem eletromagnética foi desenvolvido e diversos experimentos foram realizados com chapas de alumínio. Os parâmetros investigados foram a espessura da chapa a ser deformada e a influência da presença de vácuo na cavidade da ferramenta. Os resultados experimentais demonstram concordância com os resultados da modelagem proposta. A presença de vácuo também demonstrou um incremento na deformação da chapa. A rotina desenvolvida no software Matlab fornece informações importantes para o processo e permite que se faça ajustes no dispositivo. / This dissertation presents a mathematical model and numerical method to solve the problems of electromagnetic forming of thin circular metal sheets by using a flat spiral coil. The method focuses specifically on the calculation of the electromagnetic field generated by the coil flat and circuit analysis modeling system electromagnetic forming. The flat coil is approximated by concentric circles carrying a discharge current of capacitors. The calculations of induced currents and profile of the electromagnetic force on the plate and magnetic coupling between the coil and sheet metal are made to the initial time, before the plastic deformation of the plate. The method uses the law of Biot-Savart, and the solution of the integral obtained for magnetic induction is performed by numerical methods, considering the symmetries of the problem. To verify the mathematical model, the numerical solution and proving the technical feasibility of this process, a electromagnetic forming device was developed and several experiments were made with aluminum plates. The parameters investigated were the thickness of the plate to be deformed and the influence of the vacuum in the cavity of the tool. The experimental results show agreement with the results of the proposed model. The presence of vacuum also showed an increase in the deformation of the plate. A routine developed in software Matlab provide important information for the process and allow to make adjustments on the device.

Submitted by Morgana Silva (morgana_linhares@yahoo.com.br) on 2016-07-27T17:45:52Z No. of bitstreams: 1 arquivototal.pdf: 2648831 bytes, checksum: 9541497365622df815ae71c695bd6f89 (MD5) / Made available in DSpace on 2016-07-27T17:45:52Z (GMT). No. of bitstreams: 1 arquivototal.pdf: 2648831 bytes, checksum: 9541497365622df815ae71c695bd6f89 (MD5) Previous issue date: 2015-02-24 / In recent decades, the growing demand for miniaturized, portable and autonomous electronics has intensified the search for new and appropriate energy sources. Following this context, the purpose of this work is to develop an energy-autonomous electronic system, powered by magnetic energy harvesting. Being the energy harvesting system composed of an electromagnetic transducer, to capture and convert stray magnetic field around power lines, and an electronic circuit to condition the energy generated by the transducer and provide adequate power for a resistive load of low consumption. An experimental methodology was employed to select the appropriate material for the core of the transducer therefore been conducted many laboratory tests to analyze and compare the performance of the transducers with respect to power and power density provided by the transducers two ferromagnetic materials distinct, the Ferrite and Nanocrystalline Alloy (FeSiB). After analyzing the data, it is concluded that for this application the Nanocrystalline Alloy showed the best results in terms of power density, and therefore, was selected as the material of the toroidal core of the transducer. However, in the output of the secondary coil was observed high voltage peaks, so that could cause damage to electronic devices connected to the coil circuit. Therefore, it chose to divide the secondary coil into two coils, both connected in parallel to reduce the inductance, at end It is found the effectiveness of the solution, because, reduced voltage spikes and kept the magnitude of the effective tension. However, the showed transducer high inductive reactance, due to its physical parameters, in particular, the high permeability, to compensate were used capacitances connected in series with the coil, in order to define the ideal situation for the system provide maximum power for the load. The power conditioning circuit has been designed to power the wireless sensor node nRF24LE1 the Nordic semiconductors, therefore, have been designed a full-wave rectifier, a filter to the capacitor and a voltage regulator. Finally, it can be concluded that an electronic system with energetic autonomy could be implemented, using as power supply the energy harvesting by magnetic induction, and it can be installed in environments in which there is a magnetic field available for "exploited". / Nas últimas décadas, a crescente demanda por circuitos eletrônicos miniaturizados, portáteis e autônomos, vem intensificando a busca por novas e adequadas fontes energéticas. Seguindo este contexto, o propósito desta dissertação é desenvolver um sistema eletrônico energeticamente autônomo, alimentado por colheita de energia magnética. Sendo o sistema de colheita composto por um transdutor eletromagnético, para captar e converter o campo magnético disperso em torno de linhas de potência, e um circuito eletrônico para condicionar a energia gerada pelo transdutor e fornecer a potência adequada para uma carga resistiva de baixo consumo. Uma metodologia experimental foi empregada para selecionar o material adequado para o núcleo do transdutor, por isso, foram realizados diversos testes em laboratório para analisar e comparar o desempenho dos transdutores em relação à potência e a densidade de potência, fornecidas pelos transdutores de dois materiais ferromagnéticos distintos, a Ferrita e a liga Nanocristalina (FeSiB). Após a análise dos dados, concluiu-se que para esta aplicação a liga Nanocristalina apresentou os melhores resultados quanto à densidade de potência, e por isso, foi selecionada como o material do núcleo toroidal do transdutor. Porém, na saída da bobina secundária se observou altos picos de tensão, de modo que poderia ocasionar danos aos dispositivos eletrônicos do circuito conectado a bobina. Portanto, optou-se por fazer a divisão da bobina secundária em dois enrolamentos, ambos ligados em paralelo, para reduzir a indutância, ao final constatou-se a eficácia da solução, pois, reduziu os picos de tensão e manteve a magnitude da tensão eficaz. Contudo, o transdutor apresentou alta reatância indutiva, devido os seus parâmetros físicos, em particular, a alta permeabilidade, para compensá-la foram utilizadas capacitâncias ligadas em série com a bobina, a fim de definir a situação ideal para o sistema fornecer a máxima potência à carga. O circuito de condicionamento de energia foi projetado para alimentar o nó sensor sem fio nRF24LE1 da Nordic semiconductors, para tanto, foram projetados um retificador de onda completa, um filtro à capacitor e um regulador de tensão. Por fim, pode-se concluir que um sistema eletrônico com autonomia energética pode ser implementado, utilizando-se como fonte de alimentação a colheita de energia por indução magnética, e o mesmo pode ser instalado em ambientes nos quais existam um campo magnético disponível para ser “aproveitado”.

Cette thèse est une contribution à l’étude d’un système de biotélémesure par gélule ingérable. L’étude concerne les problèmes de télétransmission d’énergie et d’informations entre la gélule ingérable et le système extracorporel de télécommande.Nous exposons des méthodes de conception théoriques et de caractérisation expérimentales du système de télécommande sans fil de la mise sous tension des gélules. Une deuxième partie concerne la conception du système de télétransmission d’énergie et d’informations par induction magnétique, suivi de la réalisation d’un système d’accord automatique par capacité commutée synchrone. La caractérisation d’antennes miniatures a fait l’objet d’une troisième partie dans laquelle nous avons proposé des solutions basées sur des techniques de mesure des paramètres Sij en différentiel.Enfin, nous présentons la conception d’une sonde de champ magnétique destinée à valider les résultats de simulation. / This thesis is a contribution to study of intracorporeal measure of ingestible capsule. It concerns more specifically the problems of wireless transmission of energy and information between the capsule and ingestible extracorporeal control and monitoring system. Thus we first set of design methods and theoretical characterization of the experimental system of wireless remote power up capsules. A second part was dedicated to wireless transmission of energy and information design through magnetic induction, it led to the creation of an original system of tuning by synchronous switched capacitor. The problem of miniature antennas characterization has been a third party in which we have proposed innovative solutions based on techniques for measuring parameters Sij in differential (or transmission). Finally, we presented in the last part the design and characterization of a magnetic field probe designed to validate the simulation results.

The thesis focuses on constructing dynamic model - synchronous generator with using magnetic equivalent circuit diagrams. The model construction is based on knowledge of geometric parameters, magnetic characteristic of used material and fyzical deployment of vindings placed in stator slots. Computed reults are compared with results optained from model created with finite element method.

[ES] La presente tesis doctoral se desarrolla en el ámbito de la catálisis, la cual está enmarcada dentro del concepto de Química Sostenible. En concreto, la investigación se ha centrado en el desarrollo y aplicación de nuevos catalizadores basados en nanopartículas metálicas coloidales y soportadas para llevar a cabo reacciones de interés. Todas las MNPs sintetizadas en esta tesis doctoral se llevaron a cabo a partir de la aproximación organometálica, donde generalmente se descompone un precursor organometálico bajo condiciones suaves de reacción y en presencia de un agente estabilizador (molécula orgánica o soporte). En el Capítulo 4 de la tesis, se ha descrito el primer ejemplo de estabilización de Ru NPs con una nueva familia de ligandos policíclicos aromáticos no planos, denominados nanografenos (hept-HBC). Específicamente, se han utilizado dos tipos distintos de nanografeno distorsionado: i) uno funcionalizado con un grupo carbonilo, y ii) otro funcionalizado con una grupo metileno en la misma posición (Ru@1 y Ru@2, respectivamente). Gracias a la similitud con los sistemas basados en MNPs soportadas en grafeno o derivados, este material puede utilizarse como referencia para estudiar los modos de coordinación y las dinámicas de estos con la superficie de la nanopartícula. A partir de un estudio combinado teórico/experimental se ha demostrado que la curvatura de los nanografenos hept-HBC es crucial para la estabilización de las Ru NPs. Por último, se ha evaluado la actividad catalítica de estas Ru NPs en la hidrogenación de multitud de sustratos aromáticos, observándose diferencias significativas en función del ligando estabilizador utilizado. En el Capítulo 5 se ha investigado la formación de MNPs a través de la aproximación organometálica utilizando el óxido de grafeno reducido dopado con átomos de nitrógeno (NH2-rGO) como soporte. En la primera parte del capítulo, sintetizamos Ru NPs soportadas sobre NH2-rGO (Ru@NH2-rGO) y rGO (Ru@rGO), con la intención de investigar el rol de los átomos de N en la estabilización de las MNPs, así como en su actividad catalítica. Para ello, se estudió la hidrogenación del ácido palmítico a 1-hexadecanol, siendo el Ru@NH2-rGO el catalizador heterogéneo monometálico de Ru más activo y selectivo reportado hasta la fecha (99% conversión y 93 % selectivo). En la segunda parte del capítulo, generamos PtRu NPs con distintas composiciones atómicas (5:1, 1:1 y 1:5) sobre NH2-rGO, siguiendo la aproximación organometálica. La misma velocidad de descomposición de los precursores Pt(NBE)3 y Ru(COD)(COT) nos permitió generar las NPs de tipo aleación. Estos sistemas bimetálicos (PtxRuy@NH2-rGO) se estudiaron en la hidrogenación de multitud de compuestos con grupos polares (C=O), observándose diferencias significativas en función del soporte utilizado y la composición atómica de las MNPs. Por último, en el Capítulo 6 se investigó el uso de nanopartículas magnéticas (MagNPs) para emitir calor por pérdidas de histéresis en presencia de un campo magnético oscilante de alta frecuencia. En primer lugar, se generaron nuevos agentes calefactores basados en MagNPs bimetálicas de tipo "core-shell" de CoNi encapsuladas en carbono (Co@Ni@C), con el objetivo de hidrogenar selectivamente el CO2 a CO (RWGS) obteniéndose excelentes resultados catalíticos. Por último, también presentamos la síntesis de una nueva MagNP de tipo "core-shell" (FeCo@Ni) para su aplicación en catálisis inducida magnéticamente en disolución, siendo capaz de modular su selectividad al producto de la hidrogenación o de la hidrodesoxigenación del HMF en función del campo magnético aplicado. Además, después de su encapsulación en carbono (FeCo@Ni@C) han demostrado ser activas, selectivas y estables en la reducción de multitud de sustratos oxigenados derivados de la biomasa en medio acuoso, siendo el primer ejemplo reportado hasta la fecha de catálisis magnética realizada en agua. / [CAT] La present Tesi Doctoral es desenvolupa en l'àmbit de la catàlisi, la qual està emmarcada dins del concepte de Química Sostenible. Concretament, la investigació s'ha centrat en el desenvolupament i aplicació de nous catalitzadors basats en nanopartícules metàl·liques col·loïdals i suportades per dur a terme reaccions d'interès. Totes les MNPs sintetitzades en aquesta tesi doctoral es van dur a terme a partir de l'aproximació organometàl·lica, on generalment es descompon un precursor organometàl·lic sota condicions suaus de reacció i en presència d'un agent estabilitzador (molècula orgànica o suport). En el Capítol 4 de la Tesi, s'ha descrit el primer exemple d'estabilització de Ru NPs amb una nova família de lligands policíclics aromàtics no plans, denominats nanografens (hept-HBC). Específicament, s'han utilitzat dos tipus diferents de nanografen distorsionat: i) un funcionalitzat amb un grup carbonil, i un altre ii) funcionalitzat amb un grup metilè en la mateixa posició (Ru@1 i Ru@2, respectivament). Gràcies a la similitud amb els sistemes basats en MNPs suportades en grafè o derivats, aquest material pot utilitzar-se com a referència per a estudiar els modes de coordinació i dinàmiques d'aquests amb la superfície de la nanopartícula. A partir d'un estudi combinat teòric/experimental s'ha demostrat que la curvatura dels nanografens hept-HBC és crucial per a l'estabilització de les Ru NPs. Finalment, s'ha avaluat l'activitat catalítica d'aquestes Ru NPs en la hidrogenació de multitud de substrats aromàtics, observant diferències significatives en funció del lligand estabilitzador utilitzat. En el Capítol 5 s'ha investigat la formació de MNPs a través de l'aproximació organometàl·lica utilitzant l'òxid de grafè reduït dopat amb àtoms de nitrogen (NH2-rGO) com a suport. En la primera part del capítol, vam sintetitzar Ru NPs suportades sobre NH2-rGO (Ru@NH2-rGO) i rGO (Ru@rGO), amb l'intenció d'investigar el paper dels àtoms de N en l'estabilització de les MNPs, així com en la seua activitat catalítica. Per a això, es va estudiar la hidrogenació de l'àcid palmític a 1-hexadecanol, sent el Ru@NH2-rGO el catalitzador heterogeni monometàl·lic de Ru més actiu i selectiu reportat fins a la data (99% conversió i 93 % selectiu). En la segona part del capítol, es van generar PtRu NPs amb diferents composicions atòmiques (5:1, 1:1 i 1:5) sobre NH2-rGO, seguint l'aproximació organometàl·lica. La mateixa velocitat de descomposició dels precursores Pt(NBE)3 i Ru(COD)(COT) ens va permetre generar les NPs de tipus aliatge. Aquests sistemes bimetàl·lics (PtxRuy@NH2-rGO) es van estudiar en la hidrogenació de multitud de compostos amb grups polars (C=O), observant-se diferències significatives en funció del suport utilitzat i la composició atòmica de les MNPs. Finalment, en el Capítol 6 es va investigar l'ús de nanopartícules magnètiques (MagNPs) per emetre calor per pèrdues d'histèresi en presència d'un camp magnètic oscil·lant d'alta freqüència. En primer lloc, es van generar nous agents calefactores basats en generar MagNPs bimetàl·liques de tipus "core-shell" de CoNi encapsulades en carbó (Co@Ni@C), amb l'objectiu d'hidrogenar selectivament el CO2 a CO (RWGS) obtenint excel·lents resultats catalítics. Finalment, també presentem la síntesi d'una nova MagNP de tipus "core-shell" (FeCo@Ni) per a la seva aplicació en catàlisi induïda magnèticament en solució, demostrant ser capaç de modular la seva selectivitat al producte de l'hidrogenació o de l'hidrodesoxigenació del HMF en funció del camp magnètic aplicat. A més, després de la seva encapsulació en carbó (FeCo@Ni@C) han demostrat ser actives, selectives i estables en la reducció de multitud de substrats oxigenats derivats de la biomassa en medi aquós, sent el primer exemple reportat fins a la data de catàlisi magnètica realitzada en aigua. / [EN] This Doctoral Thesis is developed in the field of catalysis, which is framed within the concept of Sustainable Chemistry. Specifically, the research has focused on the development and application of new catalysts based on colloidal and supported metallic nanoparticles to carry out relevant catalytic reactions. All the MNPs synthesized in this doctoral thesis were carried out from the organometallic approach, where an organometallic precursor is generally decomposed under mild conditions, room temperature and 3 bar H2, in the presence of a stabilizing agent (organic molecule, polymer, or support). The catalytic properties of MNPs are greatly influenced by the stabilizing agents used, which are capable of modifying their electronic and steric properties. Therefore, the search for new ligands capable of modulating these properties is of great scientific interest. In Chapter 4 of the Thesis, we describe the first example of Ru NPs stabilized with a new family of non-planar polycyclic aromatic ligands, called nanographenes (hept-HBC). Specifically, two different types of distorted nanographene have been used: i) one functionalized with a carbonyl group, and another ii) functionalized with a methylene group in the same position (Ru@1 and Ru@2, respectively). Thanks to the resemblance with systems based on supported-MNPs on graphene or derivatives, this material can be used as a reference to study the coordination modes and dynamics of these with the surface of the nanoparticle. A combined theoretical/experimental study revealed that the curvature of hept-HBC nanographenes is crucial for the stabilization of Ru NPs. Finally, the catalytic activity of these Ru NPs has been evaluated in the hydrogenation of multitude of arenes, observing significant differences depending on the stabilizing ligand used. In Chapter 5, the formation of MNPs through the organometallic approach was investigated using reduced graphene oxide N-doped (NH2-rGO) as support. In the first part of the chapter, Ru NPs supported on NH2-rGO (Ru@NH2-rGO) and rGO (Ru@rGO) were synthesized, with the aim of investigating the role of N atoms in the stabilization of the MNPs, as well as their catalytic activity. For this purpose, the hydrogenation of palmitic acid to 1-hexadecanol was studied, and Ru@NH2-rGO was found to be the most active and selective monometallic Ru-based heterogeneous catalyst reported to date (99% conversion and 93% selectivity). In the second part of the chapter, PtRu NPs with different atomic compositions (5:1, 1:1, and 1:5) were generated on NH2-rGO using the organometallic approach. The same decomposition rate of Pt(NBE)3 and Ru(COD)(COT) precursors allowed us to generate alloy-type NPs. These bimetallic systems (PtxRuy@NH2-rGO) were studied in the hydrogenation of a variety of compounds with polar groups (C=O), and significant differences were observed depending on the support used and the atomic composition of the MNPs. Finally, in Chapter 6 the use of magnetic nanoparticles (MagNPs) for heat generation through hysteresis losses in the presence of a high-frequency oscillating magnetic field was investigated. Firstly, new heat-generating agents based on bimetallic core-shell type CoNi MagNPs encapsulated in carbon (Co@Ni@C) were synthesized with the aim of selectively hydrogenate CO2 to CO (RWGS), obtaining excellent catalytic results. Finally, a new core-shell type MagNP (FeCo@Ni@C), the MagNPs proved to be active, selective, and stable in the reduction of several oxygenated substrates derived from biomass in aqueous media, being the first reported example of magnetic catalysis performed in water to date. In Chapter 6, the crucial role of MagNP encapsulation was demonstrated, where carbon not only limits the total oxidation of MagNPs but also prevents their sintering at high temperatures (~ 700 °C) in gas phase and avoids their aggregation in liquid phase. / Cerezo Navarrete, C. (2023). Aplicación catalítica de nuevos nanosistemas obtenidos a partir de la aproximación organometálica [Tesis doctoral]. Universitat Politècnica de València. https://doi.org/10.4995/Thesis/10251/196366

Within the archaeological record ‘mounds’ are often ubiquitous. They are common in many ancient cultures, and they vary in size, construction techniques and use. This research is focused upon optimizing the use of remote sensing for the non-invasive study of mounds both in the United States and the United Kingdom. This thesis presents three representative earthen mound sites and proposes a comprehensive and modular survey methodology to guide the planning and execution of a mound survey tailored to the unique requirements presented by the cultural resource at a particular location. In doing so, the research has provided optimized approaches to high resolution three-dimensional topographic models using a variety of digital methods. These models have been shown to accurately capture the variability of the modern ground surface, which is of vital importance to the management of the mounds. Furthermore, these models have proved vital for integrating geophysical methods into the holistic workspace, thereby providing a better archaeological understanding of the below ground remains. Every mound surveyed presented different challenges, and therefore had to be approached in a slightly different way. However, the general methodology was highly effective for both characterizing below-ground archaeological and natural anomalies, and for assessing the state of preservation of all mounds surveyed. As a result, a flowchart has been generated for non-invasive assessment of mounds in general. If followed, this will allow the production of a “snapshot” of the mound or mound group at a fixed point in time with the resolution necessary to produce useful and insightful interpretation. While this research focuses on the application of geophysical and topographic survey in the United Kingdom and United States to a mound or mound group, this methodology and the associated outcomes can be valuable more globally not only for archaeology, but also heritage management.