Fraunhofer Institute for Machine Tools and Forming TechnologyModern lightweight construction concepts require the right material in the right place. In addition to pure single-material solutions, mixed construction strategies play a particularly important role. Hybrid structures in particular depend on the reliable, cost-effective, and stress-resistant manufacture and joining of components.
It is also important to respond to the diversity and individualization of product forms and functions with the further development of technologies. Highly flexible and cost-efficient production technologies that enable an increase in the functional density of components are in demand.
As a research and development partner, Fraunhofer IWU offers a wide range of possible solutions in this area.
Trends
- Efficient processing of natural fiber components
- Joining processes for composite construction
- Function integration with sensor-actuator systems
- Innovative vacuum resin infusion processes
- Open- and closed-cell metal foams
- Radius pultrusion of fiber and hybrid components
- Towpreg technologies and applications
- Forming and machining of lightweight materials
- Tool development and optimization