Laser Processes for Quantum Technology
A consortium of industry and research has developed new laser-based approaches in the project 'HiPEQ' to realize miniaturized robust beam sources for quantum technology applications.
Two Callings for the Production of the Future
A new chapter begins at the Machine Tool Laboratory WZL of RWTH Aachen: With Prof. Dr.-Ing. Michael Riesener and Prof. Dr.-Ing. Wolfgang Boos, MBA, two personalities take on responsibilities that have shaped the institute for years and will now significantly shape its future.
Stainless steel slows down fine dust
Brake discs made of stainless steel significantly reduce fine dust emissions and are particularly durable
Early error detection in the manufacturing process
More efficient quality assurance for 3D-printed components in aviation
Cobot welding without robotics expertise
Fraunhofer IPA wins the 'euRobotics Technology Transfer Award' with Trumpf and Lorch
Electrochemical Process for Tungsten Coatings
A research consortium from the Max Planck Institute for Plasma Physics (IPP) and the specialty electrolyte manufacturer IoLiTec, led by the Fraunhofer Institute for Production Technology and Automation IPA, is developing a globally novel technology for the electrochemical deposition of pure tungsten coatings.
Future Market Fusion on the Rise
Fraunhofer ILT develops key technologies for the future market of fusion
Laser-based manufacturing of complex glass optics
The Fraunhofer Institute for Laser Technology ILT presents its laser-based process chain for glass optics manufacturing at Optatec from May 5-7, 2026, in Frankfurt am Main in Hall 3 at Stand 219.
Final Conference "Driving Innovations"
Consortium Benchmarking: WZL selects companies with excellent implementation of systematic innovation management
Significant savings in forming
Rollers can reshape as precisely as a press, at a fraction of the cost: Fraunhofer IWU and partners demonstrate how it works