News and updates from research and development
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Structures for Change
fem, a research institute for the development and analysis of metallic materials and coatings in Schwäbisch Gmünd, creates a central department for material characterization and component testing.
Print tools efficiently and in the highest quality
Additive manufacturing, especially the Laser Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF) process, opens up new avenues in toolmaking thanks to great design freedom. The Fraunhofer IWU is exploring this...
Utilizing production data securely in real-time
Fraunhofer CCIT presents innovative solutions for connected production in the metalworking industry at EMO Hannover 2025
Additive manufacturing of complex die-casting tools
Scalable process for large aluminum components successfully demonstrated
One life is not enough
Circular economy for electric motors and batteries
IPT technology reduces resource consumption of electric cars
An example of how Germany can become independent from China is a project for the electrification of highways. With IPT technology, resource consumption can be significantly reduced.
Hollow forging on an industrial scale
Fraunhofer IWU presents flexROLLmax, a system for larger components and material thicknesses.
Intelligent measuring and researching
Innovative research project to optimize multidimensional measurement strategies starts
PFAS-free coatings on the rise
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AI helps in the search for alternatives
There are many reasons why companies need to replace certain raw or materials with others. A research team from Fraunhofer IPA has now developed an AI-supported tool for material substitution.