New Head of Business Unit "Polymer Applications" at Fraunhofer IMWS
Dr.-Ing. Maik Feldmann took over as Head of the Business Unit "Polymer Applications" at the Fraunhofer IMWS on October 1, 2022. As such he is also responsible for the area of "Polymer Processing" at the Fraunhofer Pilot Plant Center for Polymer Synthesis and Processing PAZ in Schkopau.
Reliable polymer cases for the protection of power electronic components
In a joint research project entitled "PolyLEktronik" Werkzeugbau & Kunststofftechnik Kruse GmbH (WBKT) and the Fraunhofer IMWS have set themselves the goal of developing highly reliable polymer cases for power electronics components that are suitable for series production.
Lightweight sandwich technology for climate-friendly logistics systems
In a new project, the Fraunhofer IMWS is pursuing the goal of optimizing large load carriers. By using thermoplastic-based sandwich constructions, they can combine low dead weight, high stability, flexible design and a CO2-saving life cycle.
Sound damping systems are used inside modern cars. ECOPOX GmbH & Co. KG and the Fraunhofer IMWS want to make a novel, ecological liquid plastic suitable for this application.
High-performance printing inks for industrial digital printing and a universal evaluation system are to be developed in a joint project with Printing Inks Technology GmbH.
Smart sensors for the acquisition of material data
Smart testing technology can enrich the database of digital material twins, thus generating significant benefits for Industry 4.0. studio.201 software GmbH and the Fraunhofer Institute for Microstructures of Materials and Systems IMWS intend to provide proof of this in a recently launched joint project using the example of a digitized process and value-added chain in plastics processing.
Standardized test method for the quality control of high-strength sandwich components
Drawing on new findings on the microstructure of lightweight sandwich structures using in-situ X-ray tomography, the Fraunhofer IMWS has developed a standardized test method for determining the fracture toughness of sandwich components.
Lightweight technology with a thermoplastic honeycomb core
Lightweight materials play an essential role in automotive construction when it comes to reducing CO2 emissions. The Fraunhofer IMWS is developing hybrid organosandwich components with a honeycomb core that can be used for automotive applications.
Novel high-performance thermoplastics for economic application in lightweight structural applications
In a joint project with DOMO Engineering Plastics GmbH (DOMO EP), the Fraunhofer IMWS is therefore conducting research into new thermoplastic semi-finished fiber composite products to meet both of these requirements.In a joint project with DOMO Engineering Plastics GmbH (DOMO EP), the Fraunhofer IMWS is therefore conducting research into new thermoplastic semi-finished fiber composite products to meet both of these requirements.
In a new project, researchers are working on also optimising bio-based plastics for application in polymer blends with petro-chemically produced plastics.
ThermHex Waben GmbH and the Fraunhofer IMWS are working on the development of manufacturing methods for so-called »organic sheet« sandwich semi-finished products.
Development platform facilitates tailored thermoplastics
A virtual development platform is to simulate the processing of tailor-made thermoplastics to find customer-oriented and sustainable solutions for plastic components.
Fraunhofer researchers want to allow crystallisation to be specifically adjusted and optimised in future, during the manufacture of injected moulded parts made from plastic.
Fiber-reinforced plastics (polymers) offer many opportunities for lightweight construction. Solutions based on renewable raw materials are developed at the Fraunhofer IMWS.
The Fraunhofer IMWS is involved in the development of new and remoulded or retreaded tyres. The aim is to achieve strong performance with less environmental impact.
Lightweight, crashproof and cost-effective in series production In an interview, Peter Michel explains the advantages of thermoplastic lightweight components for cars.
Fraunhofer Institute for Microstructure of Materials and Systems IMWS