The “Tailored Structures” workgroup is engaged in the development and application of variable-axial fiber composite materials for lightweight design, with the goal of efficiently utilizing

While the intelligent and requirement-optimized design of a component is responsible for the technical success, the tool and mold systems have a considerable influence on

The “Thermoplastic Composites” working group deals with all issues relating to the processing of continuous fiber-reinforced thermoplastics. The entire process chain is considered, from the

For some time now, there has been a drive to manufacture high-performance fiber composite components wherever conventional construction materials have reached their limits. Due to

For a long time, fiber composite applications were characterized almost exclusively by small quantities, low volumes and preferably artisanal processes. The following stood in the

The research field of additive-generative manufactured components is very broad and currently encompasses the entire value chain from process and equipment technology to materials and

In the Machining Working Group, scientists and users from university research as well as industrial practice from the sectors of machine tool building, tool making