Center Of Application Research And Technology Deployment

+ Functions: Manage and operate the Tuu Liet Technology Deployment Zone, supporting the implementation and application of the Institute’s research results in practice. Conduct basic research, technology development, and applied research in the fields of advanced nanomaterials applications, analytical methods and instruments based on X-ray fluorescence and Raman spectroscopy, as well as other related areas.

+ Tasks:

- Manage and operate the Institute’s Technology Deployment Zone in Tuu Liet, Thanh Tri, Hanoi.

- Support the transfer and application of the Institute’s research results into practice in accordance with the Institute’s science and technology activity registration.

- Conduct scientific research, technology development, and application of research results in the fields defined by its functions, including:

+ Research and development of advanced nanomaterials for new material systems, with applications in thermal management of electronic components and devices, lighting, and other related fields.

+ Fabrication of X-ray fluorescence spectrometers for jewelry analysis and raw material composition in mining and fertilizers.

+ Fabrication of sensors and development of Raman spectroscopy-based methods for analyzing hazardous substances in food, the environment, and assessing fertilizer quality.

+ Development of bonded anisotropic NdFeB magnets and MnBi-based alloys with high ferromagnetic phase fractions, nano two-phase hard/soft composite magnets, and hybrid magnets. Research on hard and soft magnetic materials based on AlNiCoFe high-entropy alloys, electromagnetic shielding materials and devices. Research on vertical-axis wind turbines with a capacity of 500W–3 kW, integrating wind and solar power for household and production use.

- Train high-level human resources in disciplines authorized by the Institute and relevant to the Center’s functions.

- Cooperate domestically and internationally under agreements signed by the Institute.

- Manage human resources, assets, and materials in accordance with regulations of the State and the Institute.

- Perform other duties assigned by the Institute’s Director

+ Main Research Directions:

- Fabrication of X-ray fluorescence spectrometers for jewelry and raw material analysis in mining and fertilizers.

- Fabrication of sensors and development of Raman spectroscopy-based methods for detecting toxic substances in food, the environment, and assessing fertilizer quality.

- Design and manufacture of high-power-density ultrasonic vibrators for nanomaterial synthesis.

- Research and fabrication of carbon nanostructured materials (CNTs, graphene, etc.), high thermal conductivity materials, solar energy conversion materials, CO₂ adsorption materials, and carbon-nanoreinforced composites.

- Research and fabrication of bonded anisotropic NdFeB rare-earth magnets, MnBi-based non-rare-earth magnets, hard and soft magnetic materials based on AlNiCoFe high-entropy alloys, electromagnetic shielding materials and devices, and vertical-axis wind turbines (1–5 kW).

- Research and fabrication of lighting products such as LED streetlight modules, high-power LED floodlights, and polarized anti-glare lighting systems for automotive headlights.

Contact Information of Director: - Title, Full name: Dr. Bui Hung Thang - Office: Room 135, Building A2 - Mobile: 0985175655 - Email: thangbh@ims.(*) - Note: replace (*) = vast.ac.vn

LIST OF MEMBERS

MAIN ACHIEVEMENTS

1. X-ray fluorescence spectrometers used in the analysis and evaluation of gold jewelry; X-ray fluorescence devices and methods for rapid and simultaneous determination of component contents in DAP fertilizers; energy-dispersive X-ray fluorescence spectrometers and quantitative analysis methods for cement raw materials.

2. Surface-enhanced Raman scattering (SERS) substrates in the form of silver and gold nanostructures: applied to analyze organic dyes such as malachite green, Rhodamine B, Sudan, Rhodamine 6G; pesticides including paraquat, pyridaben, thiram, difenoconazole; antibiotics used in animal husbandry and aquaculture such as ampicillin, ciprofloxacin; and other toxic organic substances such as melamine, crystal violet, cyanide, etc., in food and the environment.

3. High-power-density ultrasonic devices: applied for producing graphene materials from graphite using liquid-phase exfoliation. The obtained graphene is few-layer with a thickness of less than 3 nm. The research results have been granted the international patent No. 24013 “Способ получения графена (Method for Producing Graphene)” by the National Center of Intellectual Property of Belarus on March 1, 2023, along with several other patents issued by the Intellectual Property Office of Vietnam.

4. Graphene-based thermal grease: possessing thermal conductivity up to 6.535 W/mK, a wide operating temperature range from –45 °C to 150 °C, a high dielectric constant of 5.23, low density of 2.54 g/ml, and electrical conductivity of 0.46 µS/cm. It can be applied in thermal management for high-power electronic devices such as computer processors and LED lights.

5. The 2 kW vertical-axis wind turbine: a vertical-axis wind power generator, granted patent No. 31186, “Vertical-axis wind turbine with blades constructed based on a hybrid operating principle,” issued by the Intellectual Property Office on February 25, 2022.

Figure 1. VietSpace 4500 X-ray Fluorescence Spectrometer

Figure 2. Patent ‘Способ получения графена – Method for Fabrication Graphene’ granted by the National Center of Intellectual Property of Belarus on March 01, 2023

KEY PUBLICATIONS

1. Truong Xuan Nguyen, Hung Tuan Pham Nguyen, Vuong Van Nguyen, “Anisotropic NdFeB-based ribbons melt-spun by the magnetic field assisted melt-spinning technology”, Journal of Alloys and Compounds, 1005 (2024) 176122

2. Cao Tuan Anh, Dao Tran Cao, Luong Truc Quynh Ngan, “Synthesis of colloidal snowflake-like silver nanoparticles and their use for SERS detection of pesticide imidacloprid at trace levels”, Optical Materials, 157 (2024) 116422

3. Cao Tuan Anh, Dao Tran Cao, Luong Truc Quynh Ngan, “Preparation of Colloidal Silver Triangular Nanoplates and Their Application in SERS Detection of Trace Levels of Antibiotic Enrofloxacin” Colloids Interfaces, 9 (2025) 31

4. Nguyen Xuan Truong, Vuong Thi Kim Oanh, Dang Thi Thuy Ngan, Vuong Kha Anh, Nguyen Viet Long, Nguyen Thi Nhat Hang, Nguyen Quoc Trung, Nguyen Van Vuong, “Solvothermal synthesis of high-performance magnetic cobalt nanowires and bonded anisotropic magnets prepared thereof”, Journal of Nanoparticle Research, 24 (2022) 209.

5. Van Hau Tran, Phuong Mai Thi, Toan Nguyen Xuan, Van Trinh Pham, Van Tu Nguyen, Nam Nguyen Phuong Hoai, Thang Bui Hung, “Quick and easy process for producing graphene material in liquid phase using high-power-density ultrasonication technique for preparing high microhardness nickel/graphene composite coating”, Bulletin of Materials Science, 47(1) (2024) 53.

6. Phuong Thi Mai, Nghia Phan Trong Nguyen, Tuyen Viet Nguyen, Phan Ngoc Minh, Thu Ha Thi Vu, Hang Thi Au and Thang Hung Bui, “Fabrication and application of graphene-based silicone grease”, Materials Research Express, 10(9) (2023) 095003.

7. Yen Hai Nguyen, Phuong Thi Mai, Nghia Phan Trong Nguyen, Hau Van Tran, Hien Thi Minh Nguyen, Anh Thi Van Nguyen, Dung Viet Nguyen, Phuong Dinh Doan, Minh Ngoc Phan and Thang Hung Bui, “Fabrication of graphene from graphite using high-powered ultrasonic vibrators”, Materials Research Express, 11(2) (2024) 025006.

8. International Patent No. 24013 “Способ получения графена – Method for Fabrication Graphene,” granted by the National Center of Intellectual Property of Belarus on March 01, 2023.

9. Patent No. 34912 “Process for Fabricating Surface-Enhanced Raman Scattering (SERS) Substrates with Silver Nanoflowers on Silicon Surface,” granted by the Intellectual Property Office on February 09, 2023.

10. Patent No. 44422 “High-Power-Density Ultrasonic Vibrator and Process for Exfoliating Graphite into Graphene,” granted by the Intellectual Property Office on February 27, 2025.

MAIN EQUIPMENTS