Research Projects

  • AME 2.0 - New development of a 3D printer for quality-optimized additive manufacturing of rubber-based moulded parts
    The Additive Manufacturing of Elastomers- (AME)-process from the previous Elastomer-3D project is being optimized as part of this project. A new 3D printer is being developed for this purpose, which will be used especially for additive manufacturing of industrial components.
    Led by: M. Sc. Sebastian Leineweber
    Year: 2024
    Funding: German Aerospace Center (DLR)
    Duration: 01.04.2024 - 31.03.2026
  • DIGITRUBBER - Data mining and AI for optimized cross-process control
    As part of the collaborative project "Digital Rubber Processing - Using Extrusion as an Example" (DIGITRUBBER), an online characterization of the processed rubber compound is being developed by combining new measurement technology approaches, classical modeling and machine learning. This is intended to ensure production at optimum quality while reducing waste.
    Led by: M. Sc. Sebastian Leineweber
    Year: 2021
    Funding: BMBF
    Duration: 04/2021 – 03/2024