Fraunhofer Institute for Microstructure of Materials and Systems IMWS
Im Projekt will das Fraunhofer IMWS mit Partnern ein kleines, bioabbaubares Wirkstoffdepot aus dem 3D-Drucker für die minimalinvasive Therapie von Innenohrerkrankungen entwickeln (Symbolbild).
Targeted delivery of active ingredients to the inner ear for gentle hearing therapy
In the "CoDeM3D" project, the Fraunhofer IMWS is working with partners to develop a small, biodegradable drug depot from a 3D printer for the minimally invasive treatment of inner ear diseases.
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Injection molding trials on large-scale machines are planned during the course of the project to enable the rapid transfer of results into industrial practice.
Sustainability and reduced odor: Bioplastics for vehicle interiors
In the new "SkaNaPA" project, the Fraunhofer IMWS is collaborating with partners to develop natural fiber-reinforced biopolyamides for safety-critical automotive components.
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The project focuses on seat structures and child seats made from bio-based materials for electric vehicles.
Recyclable bio-hybrids for safe vehicle seats
In the new "Circular-Bio-Hybrids" project, a consortium coordinated by Evonik Operations GmbH is developing metal-reinforced components made from bio-based, natural fiber-reinforced plastics that can be recycled at the end of their life cycle. The Fraunhofer IMWS is contributing its comprehensive expertise in natural fiber-reinforced thermoplastics and hybrid injection molding technologies.
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Lightweight sandwich construction on the rudder of the vertical tail plane
Thermoplastic sandwich structures as the key to sustainable rudders in aircraft construction
Sandwich structures with thermoplastic honeycomb cores can be processed efficiently and are recyclable. The "EcoRudder" research project has now demonstrated the potential of these designs for control surfaces on short- and medium-range aircraft.
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Schematische Darstellung des durch P. gingivalis veränderten Mikrobioms. Das Zahnfleisch ist zurückgegangen und gerötet.
New Toothpaste Stops Periodontal Pathogens
Periodontitis is widespread and can have serious consequences for overall health. Researchers at Fraunhofer have identified a substance that selectively inhibits only those bacteria that cause periodontitis, thereby preserving the natural balance of the oral microbiome.
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Einfluss der Ultraschall-Separation auf die Partikelverteilung: ohne Ultraschall-Separation (links), mit Ultraschall-Separation (Mitte) und nach der automatisierten Partikelsegmentierung (rechts).
Ultrasonic separation for precise nanoparticle analysis
In the new “UltraSep” project, the Fraunhofer MWS and GAMPT mbH are developing an ultrasound-assisted separation tool that makes electron microscopes usable as an efficient analysis tool for nanopowders. This allows for the fast, precise characterization of nanoparticles – from material development in the laboratory to verification for regulatory requirements.
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Fotomontage: Designbeispiel für Individualdruck-Photovoltaik an einer Konzerthallenfassade.
PV becomes customizable: printing and color technologies for retrofitting solar modules
The Fraunhofer CSP's new "COLIPRI project" is researching a coloring process that can be used to retrofit commercially available, low-cost PV modules with custom colors while keeping color-related efficiency losses to a minimum.
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Im Projekt »PVConnect« soll ein einheitliches Datenmodell für alle Lebensphasen von PV-Anlagen entwickelt werden, wodurch ein durchgängiger digitaler Datenaustausch und neue Optimierungs- und Analysemöglichkeiten ermöglicht werden.
Holistic Digitalization of Photovoltaic Systems: Connected Data for All Life Cycle Phases
The Fraunhofer CSP's "PVConnect" project aims to create a unified, interoperable data foundation that connects all life phases of PV power plants, thus paving the way for new forms of analysis, optimization and quality assurance.
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Fraunhofer IMWS strengthens materials research with new high-performance microscopes
With two new high-performance microscopes, the Fraunhofer IMWS in Halle (Saale) is expanding its capabilities for investigating materials down to the atomic level. The innovative devices, including the first scanning transmission electron microscope (STEM) of its kind in Europe, were officially put into operation today.
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