IFW - Institut für Fertigungstechnik und Werkzeugmaschinen

How do the properties of a #component affect its #function? We explain this in our webinar. We will discuss real #applications with you and answer these questions: 🔎 How can surface and subsurface properties be precisely measured? ⬆️ How can performance be increased through the targeted adjustment of surface and edge zone properties? 💡 How can industrially applicable measurement methods be developed and evaluated? Sounds exciting? Register for the webinar free of charge via the 🔗 event link. You will then receive all the important information and access data for the online meeting by e-mail. The event language is German.

Grinding technology is one of the most important processes in machining, as it enables high-precision machining and excellent surface qualities. The DFG basic research project is dedicated to the bond properties and thermomechanical influences on the grain-bond behaviour with the focus on elastic and plastic bond deformations during the use of sintered metal bonded grinding tools. The Challenge: Understanding bond deformations Sintered metal bonds in grinding tools stabilize abrasive grains and influence overall process quality. Under extreme thermo-mechanical stresses, bonds can plastically deform, affecting tool topography and processing quality. These mechanisms have barely been studied and are currently not accounted for in process predictions. The Goal: Comprehensive analysis and simulation To investigate grain movements, various bronze alloys are first characterized for their mechanical properties. Scratch tests with single grains in the bond reveal real abrasive behaviour under load. The findings feed into finite element simulations (Ansys), which link field data with simulation results to determine forces and grain displacements within the bond. These microscopic insights are then transferred to a macroscopic kinematics simulation (IFW CutS) for multiscale optimization of grinding processes. Practical relevance and outlook A deeper understanding of bond deformations will enable more efficient, precise, and longer-lasting grinding tools. This research also opens the door to virtual process optimization, reducing both production time and cost. For more information, please check the link in the comments or contact Michael Wulf directly.

Industrial robots are highly versatile, yet their lower stiffness often leads to vibrations that limit performance. Our research project  #ASKROB aims to address these shortcomings by developing a model-based control method that actively dampens #vibrations, enabling higher machining accuracy. 📹 Check out our three-axis robotic prototype featuring a hybrid drive on its second axis, combining a servo motor with a gearbox and a torque motor for active vibration compensation. We conducted a pose-dependent dynamic analysis using both FEM simulations and experimental testing. The results, validated by experimental modal analysis, show that rotational compliance in the joints is the main cause of low stiffness, defining the first five vibration modes. 🔜 The next step is the implementation of a model-based control system to actively dampen vibrations in the robot structure, ultimately enabling higher machining accuracy. Want to know more? Don't hesitate to contact Mohamed Taha Araoud directly or check the link in the comments. #Robotics #Milling #SmartManufacturing #RoboticMachining

#MIC2025 – One Week Ago! ✈️🔧 It’s hard to believe that the Machining Innovations Conference 2025 is already a week behind us! As the organizing committee, we are thrilled to look back on an event filled with cutting-edge insights into machining for the aerospace industry. A special highlight was the diverse range of keynote presentations from Dr. Andre Walter, Dr. Silke Maurer, Dr. Yavuz Murtezaoglu, Prof. Tony Schmitz and Stephan Köstler. Each of them provided valuable perspectives on the strategic direction of companies and research institutions, covering key topics shaping the future of aerospace manufacturing. A huge thank you to all speakers, participants, and exhibitors who made #MIC2025 a success! What were your key takeaways? Let’s keep the conversation going! 🚀💡 📅 Save the date! #MIC2026 will take place on February 4–5, 2026. We look forward to seeing you there! #Machining #Aerospace #Innovation #Manufacturing #MIC2025 #MIC2026

Presentations from industry and science and live demonstrations of new developments. This year's MIC conference is in full swing. And: We are delighted that our participants are enjoying it. Hear from Professor Tony Schmitz about his first time at MIC.

Kennametal x ModuleWorks at the #MIC2025 on February 5th & 6th! We are looking forward to an interesting keynote of Dr. Yavuz Murtezaoglu and the technology demonstration of Kennametal at our labratory. Last Minute tickets available-> https://lnkd.in/eXFRSWYz

✨ Mit geringem Aufwand hochwertige Daten für KI sammeln ✨ Die WGP hat die ProKI-Initiative verstetigt – wir haben vor einem Monat hier berichtet. Das nächste Event findet am 13. Februar 2025 statt. Erfahren Sie von 16 bis 17 Uhr im Onlineformat „Infopoint KI in der Produktion“ kostenfrei mehr darüber, wie Sie mit vergleichsweise geringem Aufwand eine ausreichend große und qualitativ hochwertige Datengrundlage schaffen können, um KI zu nutzen. Die Basis für Algorithmen der Künstlichen Intelligenz sind bekanntermaßen Daten. Doch oftmals ist die Datenbasis nicht ausreichend. Oder das Labeling von beispielsweise Bilddaten sowie das Training von Reinforcement Learning Algorithmen sind mit hohen Kosten verbunden. Im aktuellen Infopoint „Lernen in der virtuellen Welt: Wie synthetische Daten und Simulationsumgebungen die Einführung von KI beschleunigen“ werden drei verschiedene Anwendungsfälle vorgestellt, bei denen die Datenerzeugung und das Training der KI-Modelle in den Simulationsumgebungen des Industrial Metaverse durchgeführt wird. Die Teilnehmenden können Fragen stellen und mit den Experten über die Best-Practices und Herausforderungen diskutieren. Im „Infopoint KI in der Produktion“ stellen renommierte KI-Zentren der WGP jeden zweiten Donnerstag eines Monats Unternehmen und Interessierten ihre Expertise in aktuellen KI-Themen kostenfrei zur Verfügung. Das Treffen am 13. Februar 2025 wird vom ProKI-Zentrum des WZL Aachen ausgerichtet. 📍 Link zum Meeting: https://lnkd.in/eeHAvTur 📅 Merken Sie sich den Termin gerne vor. Wir freuen uns über zahlreiches Erscheinen. Bild: Teilnehmer einer ProKI-Konferenz informieren sich über die neuen Technologien. Quelle: Martin Braun

We are excited to share the successful collaboration with Polybit Baumetall GmbH, implementing a project to optimise resilience and output in the production of roof profiles. Key Highlights: ▫️ Process Analysis & Value Stream Mapping: Workshops and interviews provided a detailed look at existing workflows, enabling us to identify and implement targeted optimizations. ▫️ Simulation-Based Material Flow Analysis: Various layout scenarios were tested under realistic disruption conditions (e.g., machine downtimes). This revealed significant output improvements and laid the groundwork for well-founded investment decisions. ▫️ Resilience-Oriented Investments: A visit to the EuroBLECH trade fair helped us select machinery that boosts both production efficiency and long-term robustness. Cost-benefit analyses ensured each investment was backed by reliable data. ▫️ Process Support & Automation: Introduction of a Kanban system increased transparency and responsiveness, while potential use of collaborative robots (cobots) promises greater flexibility and partial automation. This project is an example of how simulation-based methods and technology-orientated planning can help to make production processes more efficient and resilient. For further information, please contact Alexander Böttcher

Join us at the Machining Innovations Conference (MIC) on 5 & 6 February 2025 at the Centre for Production Technology (PZH) in Hannover! Discover the latest trends shaping aerospace—from digitalization and sustainability to cutting-edge manufacturing technologies. 🎤 You’ll hear from leading experts, including Dr. Andre Walter (Airbus Aerostructures GmbH), Jacek Kruszynski (Mapal Group), Dr Silke Mauer (MTU Aero Engines AG), Professor Tony Schmitz (University of Tennessee, Australia), and Dr. Yavuz Murtezaoglu (Module Works). Interested? 👉 Register via the link in the comments and be part of this future-focused exchange!

Join us on January 28, 2025, at 3:00 PM (CET - Online) for a glimpse into real-world 5G applications.     ▫️ Hear from Dr. Benjamin Panreck (Krone Group), who will share firsthand insights into covering around 100 hectares at the Werlte site with a 5G campus network. From inventory and quality control to outdoor automation, learn how 5G overcame major challenges and is driving tangible value for industrial applications.    ▫️ Prof. Dr.-Ing. Dirk Lange (MARPOSS Monitoring Solutions) will highlight successful 5G implementation for process monitoring in machine tools, featuring the Target-X project and the C-ENERGY system. See how integrating these solutions into a 5G campus network, especially for the “Scale” research building, demonstrates the real-world production benefits of 5G technology.    Afterward, engage directly with our speakers, industry experts, and project partners ATS and Match, who will also provide the latest 5GProSec updates.    Interested? 👉 Register for free through the link in the comments!