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Geothermal Frontier – Beta

This is an integrated knowledge and data sharing platform that aggregates global datasets on institutional research capacity and country-level geothermal profiles. It is designed to support cross-sector collaboration and the advancement of next-generation geothermal technologies. The platform facilitates access to structured data, technical insights, and networked expertise to accelerate the development of higher-enthalpy resources and drive cost-competitive deployment at scale.

University of Iceland

Materials Engineering and Corrosion Center

Institution Type: Academia

Institution Website Parent Institution Profile

Reykjavik, Iceland

Contact

Sigrun Nanna Karlsdottir
Professor at UoI & COB of Gerosion ehf.
snk@hi.is

Areas of Expertise

  • Drilling & Well Design
  • Engineering & Power Generation

Drilling & Well Design

This area covers technologies and expertise needed to safely and efficiently access geothermal resources at depth. It includes innovations in drilling methods, materials, and well design and construction to reduce costs and effectively reach higher-enthalpy systems in more geologic regions.

  • Well Completion (Cements, Liners, Flow Control) Active
  • Casing Materials (Thermal Stresses, Corrosion, Abrasion) Active
  • Advanced Materials for Drilling & Well Integrity Active
Materials and corrosion testing autoclave 3L testing facility
Max Temperature (°C) 500
Max Pressure (MPa) 30
Ability to Adjust T & P Simultaneously Yes
Mechanical and tribological testing equipment for wear resistance and mechanical properties measurements
Max Temperature (°C) 100
Ability to Adjust T & P Simultaneously No
Flow-through-reactor for corrosion testing materials.
Max Temperature (°C) 300
Max Pressure (MPa) 2
Ability to Adjust T & P Simultaneously No

Engineering & Power Generation

This area addresses the conversion of geothermal heat into usable energy through plant design and system integration. It includes advancements in power cycles, efficiency improvements, and technologies for reliable, cost-competitive electricity generation.

  • Surface Engineering (Piping, Turbines, Power Plant Components) Active
Materials and corrosion testing autoclave 3L testing facility
Max Temperature (°C) 500
Max Pressure (MPa) 30
Ability to Adjust T & P Simultaneously Yes
Mechanical and tribological testing equipment for wear resistance and mechanical properties measurements
Max Temperature (°C) 100
Ability to Adjust T & P Simultaneously No
Flow-through-reactor for corrosion testing materials up to 300°C and 20 bar pressure.
Max Temperature (°C) 300
Max Pressure (MPa) 2
Ability to Adjust T & P Simultaneously Yes

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