Fraunhofer-GesellschaftFraunhofer Institute for Machine Tools and Forming Technology IWU, Department of Systems and Technologies for Textile Structures (STEX)
As the leading institute for resource-efficient production, the main focus is on development of efficiency technologies and intelligent production plants for car body and powertrain components, considering the entire process chain. The development of lightweight structures and technologies for processing of new materials and the function of transmission assemblies are key success factors. The development of lightweight structures and technologies for processing new materials as well as the function transmission in modules are essential success factors.
Competences in the Alliance
- Roll-to-roll systems for continuous production of fiber layer composites
- In-line textile processes for near net shape structures
- Machines and equipment for the textile processing of Smart Textiles
- Special machines for thermo- and duroplastic prepreg technologies
- Adaptive textiles with sensor and actuator function as well as for high temperature applications
- Recycling management of lightweight structures