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Enterprise Europe Network

Hall 2 Booth D01

� Company mission

� Exhibitors

Index Introduction ...................................................................................................................... 4

The Company Missions ....................................................................................................... 5

Guided Tour No 1 April 8th, 11 a.m. ...................................................................................... 6

Leuphana University Lüneburg ....................................................................................... 7

University of Applied Sciences Emden-Leer .................................................................. 8

Ostfalia University of Applied Sciences .......................................................................... 9

Technical University Clausthal ..................................................................................... 10

Jade University of Applied Sciences .............................................................................. 11

K. Schräder Nachf. ........................................................................................................ 12

Technamation Technical Europe GmbH ....................................................................... 13

Guided Tour No 2 April 8th, 2 p.m. ...................................................................................... 14

IPH - Institut für Integrierte Produktion Hannover ....................................................... 15

Ostfalia University of Applied Sciences ......................................................................... 16

MEET ............................................................................................................................ 17

TU9 German Institutes of Technology e.V. ................................................................... 18

Termicon ...................................................................................................................... 19

Guided Tour No 3 March 9th, 2 p.m. .................................................................................... 20

Hochschule Hannover University of Applied Sciences and Art ...................................... 21

Laser Zentrum Hannover e.V. ...................................................................................... 22

NTH .............................................................................................................................. 23

NTH ............................................................................................................................. 24

NTH ..............................................................................................................................25

T.I.E. GmbH & Ludwig Nano Präzision GmbH .............................................................. 26

Ätztec GmbH ................................................................................................................ 27

Bach Resistor Ceramics................................................................................................ 28

Guided Tour No 4 March 10th, 2 p.m. ................................................................................... 29

Hochschule Hannover University of Applied Sciences and Art ...................................... 30

Technical University Braunschweig .............................................................................. 31

Technical University Clausthal ...................................................................................... 32

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NTH .............................................................................................................................. 33

NTH .............................................................................................................................. 34

CiS Forschungsinstitut für Mikrosensorik und Photovoltaik GmbH ............................... 35

Prignitz Mikrosystemtechnik ........................................................................................ 36

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Enterprise Europe Network

Business Support on Your Doorstep

Enterprise Europe Network welcomes you to the international brokerage event “Technology Cooperation Days” at the Hannover Messe 2014. The brokerage event organized by the Enterprise Europe Network, the largest business support network in Europe enables exhibitors and visitors at the fair to find partners for collaboration, e.g. for product development, research & development, joint ventures, manufacturing, marketing and/or licensing agreements.

Speaking the language of business across Europe

The Enterprise Europe Network is unique both in terms of its wide geographic reach and of the wide range of integrated services it provides to SMEs and other business actors. This is made possible thanks to the coordinated action of more than 600 local partner, employing around 3000 experienced staff promoting competitiveness and innovation at the local level in Europe and beyond.

The Network offers support, advice and effective solutions to entrepreneurs and companies in more than 50 countries, including the 28 EU member states, four EU candidate countries (Serbia, Turkey, Iceland and the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia), members of the European Economic Area (EEA) and other participating third countries.

Our services are specifically designed for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) but are also available to all businesses, research centers and Universities across Europe.

Whether you need information on EU legislation, help finding a business partner, want to benefit from innovation networks in your region or need information on funding opportunities, this is the place to start.

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Company missions to regional booths

During the international brokerage event “Technology Cooperation Days” at the Hannover Fair 2014, the Enterprise Europe Network will organize company missions to achieve international cooperation. Therefore, guided tours to exhibitors from the area of Lower Saxony,

Berlin/Brandenburg and North Rhine-Westphalia will take place, the 8th to the 10th of April 2014. The tours are open and free of charge to all participants of the “Technology Cooperation Days”.

Companies, universities and governmental organizations will be presenting innovative technologies, products and services from the mentioned regions at the joint booths.

The aim of the company missions is to create technical cooperation and sustainable business opportunities between the regional exhibitors and participating companies.

The company missions will be held in English and will be carried out together with the respective regional Enterprise Europe Network partners.

All participants will receive a portfolio of information about the exhibitors and their offers. Furthermore, the participants will have the possibility to exchange expressions of interest and arrange further meetings.

For more information please contact your regional Enterprise Europe Network partner or:

Dr. Sonja Alles Leibniz University Hanover EEN Lower Saxony Tel.: +49 511.762 – 5258 E-Mail: [email protected]

The Company Missions

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TOUR I: Clean Technology

Leuphana University Lüneburg Ameliorating Soils with Biochar……………………………………………………………………………….

Hall 2, A08

University of Applied Sciences Emden-Leer Software for CO2-neutral Manufacturing: Saving the Ecological Way………………………………

Hall 2, A08

Ostfalia University of Applied Sciences ECO-Membranes……………………………………….…………………………………………………………

Hall 2, A08

Technical University Clausthal eSorb - a new Component for Solvent Recovery in the Printing Industry…………………………..

Hall 2, A08

Jade University of Applied Sciences ITRACT - Progress for Public Transport………………………………………………………………………

Hall 2, A08

Schräder

The new exhaust technology in all its variety………………………………………………………………

Hall 6, A18

Technamation Technical Europe GmbH

Plastic Composites based on Renewable Resources……………………………………………………..

Hall 6, H16

Guided Tour No 1 April 8th, 11 a.m.

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Ameliorating Soils with Biochar

Every flood of the Elbe river carries mud into the meadows between the dykes. The mud is contaminated with dioxins, which restricts grassland-based animal feed production. Therefore, until March 2015, Prof. Dr. Brigitte Urban and her colleagues at Leuphana University of Lüneburg are developing a novel use of the grasslands, transforming polluted grass into a fertilizer. Pyrolysis first converts the biomass into biochar in order to destroy dioxins. Subsequently the biochar is activated with nutrients from digestate of biogasproduction and from dry chicken manure. The newly created organic fertilizer is supposed to substitute chemical fertilizers in agriculture. Moreover, it might produce higher yields and is climate-friendly.

Contact Hannover Fair 2014 Leuphana University of Lüneburg Prof. Dr. Brigitte Urban Scharnhorststraße 1, 21335 Lüneburg Germany Fon +49 (0)4131 677 2816, Fax +49 (0)4131 677 1548 http://www.leuphana.de/inkubator-pflanzenkohle [email protected]

Leuphana University Lüneburg

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Software for CO2-neutral Manufacturing: Saving the Ecological Way

Reducing CO2 emission by increasing the use of renewable energies can be a profitable option for modern manufacturing companies. We proof this with our computer-based simulation “PREmdeK” – and we provide the ERP-System with a PPC-module that schedules your daily production, and it can derive a 24 hours ahead schedule for your power demand.

A self-supplying energy system is where your production is the main consumer and wind and sun are the primary energies used. We simulate how this is possible for every 15 min per year.

Contact Hannover Fair 2014 University of Applied Sciences Emden-Leer Prof. Dr. Dipl.-Ing. Agnes Pechmann Constantiaplatz 4, 26723 Emden Germany Fon: +49 (0)4921 807 1438 Fax +49 (0)4921 807 1429 [email protected] http://research.hs-el.de

University of Applied Sciences Emden-Leer

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ECO-Membranes

The rapid development of renewable energy demands an urgent need for research on electrochemical energy storage. Due to the intermittence of wind and solar energy, energy storage is necessary to level the fluctuation of power generation. Thus, redox-flow batteries (RFB) are one important technology for flexible and efficient energy storage. RFB are electrochemical devices storing electricity in liquid electrolytes. The cathode side and the anode side are separated by a technical membrane allowing proton transport, completing the electrical circuit. The team Membrane technology develops low-cost technical membranes used in electrochemical processes for efficient energy conversion.

Contact Hannover Fair 2014 Ostfalia University of Applied Sciences Dipl.-Ing. (FH) Dennis Düerkop Robert-Koch-Platz 8A, 38440 Wolfsburg Germany Fon: +49 (0)5361 8922 22480, Fax +49 (0)5361 8922 22482 [email protected] http://www.ostfalia.de/cms/de/f/

Ostfalia University of Applied Sciences

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eSorb - a new Component for Solvent

Recovery in the Printing Industry

In the printing industry, organic solvents are used for quality requirements on color brilliance. Today a recovery of solvents by means of adsorptive concentration, water vapour desorption, condensation and reprocessing is conducted for throughputs of 1 t/h. To recover solvent throughputs of 100 to 500 kg/h economically we developed an absorptive concentration procedure which allows a desorption by air or inert gas and an easier reprocessing. eSorb represents the new absorption stage and it is very efficient due to large mass transfer surface. Existing afterburning units are to be replaced by the new recovery system. The project is sponsored by “Deutsche Bundesstiftung Umwelt”.

Contact Hannover Fair 2014 Technical University Clausthal Prof. Dr.-Ing. Otto Carlowitz, Dr. rer. nat. Sven Meyer, Matthias Napp, M.Sc. Agricolastraße 4, 38678 Clausthal-Zellerfeld Germany Fon: +49 (0)5323 72 3582, Fax +49 (0)5323 72 3534 [email protected] http://www.iuw.tu-clausthal.de

Technical University Clausthal

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ITRACT - Progress for Public Transport

To participating in modern society means that everyone, everywhere has access to a working infrastructure. However, these goals still present a major challenge for rural areas. ITRACT, which has been developed within the context of a transnational Interreg IVb project, considers these challenges by taking the mobility and information needs of rural communities into account. The increasing importance of the internet, as well as the deployment of mobile devices in society open up new ways of information processing and transfer. By providing easily accessible, understandable and timely information, ITRACT can help to make using public transport more attractive.

Contact Hannover Fair 2014 Jade University of Applied Sciences Prof. Dr. Juliane Benra Friedrich-Paffrath-Straße 101, 26389 Wilhelmshaven Germany Fon: +49 (0)4421 985 -2573 or - 2474 Fax +49 (0)4421 985 2623 [email protected] http://www.jade-hs.de

Jade University of Applied Sciences

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The new exhaust technology in all its variety

The name SCHRÄDER stands for modern exhaust technology in stainless steel, which is protected by patents held all over Europe and therewith allows us a significant edge in combustion technology. The Schräder array of products with special systems to suit individual requirements. Perfectly coordinated components guarantee optimum functionality and highest efficiency. Only foresighted technology has a chance today. This implies for Schräder that even tried and tested methods of construction are continually further developed, in order to thus permit the use of functional and economical production techniques. It is clear that this requirement can be met only by placing the highest demands on the material used in production. Schräder therefore uses only high-grade stainless steel for its components. 100% recyclability of this material has been a part of the company's philosophy for many decades now. Exhaust technology: Schräder is a company that has long-term experience in modern exhaust technology. New, trend-setting chimney technology is protected under patent rights held all over Europe and allows gaining a significant edge in the area of the latest exhaust technology. Emission reduction: Schräder has developed an innovative fine particle filter for combustion systems of solid-fuels. The technology is based on the principle of corona discharge. It means that the dust emissions occurring during the combustion of wood pellets or wood chips enter the filter through the exhaust line and they are electrostatically charged by high voltage electrode. Then they are deposited on a metallic filter bed, which functions as deposition electrode. The filter enables to separate up to 82% of fine particles. Because of its compact design, the fine particle filter is suitable for new build and retro-fit installations. The filter unit generates a very low pressure drop, thereby ensuring optimum operation conditions for biomass boilers. The fine particle filter of Schräder has won several prizes in Germany.

Contact Hannover Fair 2014 Schräder GmbH Christoph Schade Hemsack 11-13 , 59174 Kamen Germany Fon: +49 2307 97300-22 Fax: +49 2307 97300-55 [email protected] http://www.schraeder.com/en

K. Schräder Nachf.

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Plastic Composites based on Renewable Resources

Technamation Technical Europe GmbH (TTE) stands for the harmony between ecology and economy: The company develops techniques and machines to replace products which were previously made from resources stemming from the oil industry. These new products are based on renewable resources. After a considerable investment of research and development, Technamation is introducing its brand new material, a new generation of compound: Fibroform® for injection and Extrufib® for extrusion – a Cellulose Plastic Compound (CPC). The new compound is manufactured from clean plastics and pulp fibers sources from sustainable managed forests. Thanks to renewable raw materials and a reliable supply chain, the granules have a low carbon footprint. The cellulose fibers significantly increase stiffness and strength of plastics, offering at the same time smooth and reliable processability. The products of Technamation are attractive as wood, perfect as polymers!

Contact Hannover Fair 2014

Frau Patricia Ildibi Hall 6 / H 16

Technamation Technical Europe GmbH

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TOUR II: Energy Efficiency Trends and Renewable Energy

IPH - Institut für Integrierte Produktion Hannover Remote-Controlled Gripping System helps Assemble Rotor Blades……………………….

Hall 2, A08

Ostfalia University of Applied Science Lower Saxony Learning Factory for Resource Efficiency……………………………………..

Hall 2, A08

MEET

MEET - Münster Electrochemical Energy Technology …………….…………………………..

Hall 2, C32

TU9 German Institutes of Technology e.V.

E-Mobility and Sustainable Energy Use…………………………………………………………..

Hall 2, D36

Termicon

Exhaust heat, the undiscovered energy source …………….…………………………………..

Hall 6, A18

Guided Tour No 2 April 8 th, 2 p.m.

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Remote-Controlled Gripping System

helps Assemble Rotor Blades

A new remote-controlled assembly aid makes it much easier to fix rotor blades to off-shore wind turbines. The gripping system was developed by Institut für Integrierte Produktion Hannover (IPH). A fully functional model on a scale of 1:5 is shown at Hannover Messe. Usually, the rotor blades of wind turbines are lifted by a crane. It carries the blade to the nacelle, where it has to target the hub exactly. This is difficult as too much wind causes the crane to swing. The gripper, in contrast, holds the rotor blade in position even in heavy weather. The “Wind Lift Tower“ by Berg-idl GmbH lifts both gripper and rotor blade to the top of the wind turbine. The gripper is remote-controlled and can be tilted by 15 degrees in order to assemble the rotor blade.

Contact Hannover Fair 2014 IPH – Institut für Integrierte Produktion Hannover gemeinnützige GmbH Dr.-Ing. Georg Ullmann Hollerithallee 6, 30419 Hannover Germany Fon: +49 (0)511 27976 0 Fax: +49 (0)511 27976 888 [email protected] http://www.iph-hannover.de

IPH - Institut für Integrierte Produktion

Hannover

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Lower Saxony Learning Factory for Resource Efficiency

The „lower Saxony learning factory for resource efficiency” (NiFaR) is supported by the European Fund for regional development (EFRE). To raise the awareness for energy saving, NiFaR offers training in the field of energy-efficient production. Training activities focus on the practical and user-oriented transfer of knowledge in the following fields: compressed air efficiency, assembly/screwdriver technology, efficient drives, energy efficiency of machine tools and industrial robots, process heat, industrial lighting, air conditioning in factories, energy management and analysis of a manufacturing process by energy value stream design. NiFaR is located at the Institute for Production Technology (IPT) at Ostfalia, University of Applied Sciences.

Contact Hannover Fair 2014 Ostfalia University of Applied Sciences Prof. Dr.-Ing. Holger Brüggemann Salzdahlumer Straße 46/48, 38302 Wolfenbüttel Germany Fon: +49 (0)5331 939 45600, Fax: +49 (0)5331 939 45504 [email protected] http://www.nifar.de

Ostfalia University of Applied Sciences

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MEET - Münster Electrochemical Energy Technology

MEET at Münster University is specialised in research on electrochemical energy storage. They cover all aspects of current and next generation lithium-ion technology, systems and materials for mobile and stationary energy applications. Modern equipment and laboratories are available. In a situation where resources are finite and consumption grows worldwide, it is of crucial importance to produce energy in a climate-friendly manner and use it efficiently. Here, the issue of energy storage plays a central role. MEET focuses on electrochemical methods of energy storage. Such methods are in demand for both mobile and stationary applications. Among the most promising forms of electrochemical storage at present are batteries that work on the basis of lithium technology. These include the commercially available lithium-ion technology, as well as prospective storage technologies such as lithium-metal systems and dual-ion cells. The lithium-ion battery in particular has a large number of advantages. Because of its high energy density, it has a relatively small volume, a high efficiency and a low rate of self-discharge. Against this background, the centre brings basic research and the transfer to practical application together at one location. An international team of researchers works together with partners from science and industry on ways of integrating the potential of electrochemical energy storage methods into sustainable concepts of energy production and consumption. The key to effective and cheap energy storage is the material. The scientific challenge is thus to develop high-performance active and non-active materials, identify their optimum function and integrate them successfully into energy storage devices. Work at the centre focuses on the synthesis of new active and non-active materials as well as the analysis of their behaviour in the battery-electrode system and the battery-cell system.

Contact Hannover Fair 2014 MEET - Münster Electrochemical Energy Technology Stephanie Kaßing Corrensstraße 46, 48149 Münster Germany Fon: +49 251 83-36720 [email protected]

MEET

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E-Mobility and Sustainable Energy Use

Ultra-Lightweight Electric Vehicle (InEco®-Project)

Scientists at the Institute of Lightweight Engineering and Polymer Technology (ILK) at Technische Universität Dresden (TU Dresden) and experts from Leichtbau-Zentrum Sachsen GmbH (LZS) and ThyssenKrupp AG have jointly developed a comprehensive, affordable, sustainable vehicle concept. The consistent application of an ultra-lightweight engineering approach saw the research project InEco® deliver a generic electric vehicle for the metro-urban environment, with innovative CFRP-steel hybrid composites, intelligent package design and an optimized electric drive train facilitating a total vehicle weight of just 900 kilograms. Designed for commuters and short-distance drivers, the 4-seater research vehicle combines both a sporty drive with environmentally compatible travel and cost-efficient construction techniques with elegant design.

Contact Hannover Fair 2014 TU9 German Institutes of Technology e.V. Venio Quinque (Executive Secretary of TU9) Anna-Louisa-Karsch-Str. 2 10178 Berlin Germany Fon: +49 (0)30 278747 680 [email protected] www.tu9.de

TU9 German Institutes of Technology e.V.

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Exhaust heat, the undiscovered energy source

THERMICON stands for the efficient and resource-saving use of primary energy. Often heat is generated with high losses, leading to high costs, heating of the environment and waste of valuable and finite resources. An efficient use of energy without individual consideration of a building and without the use of special technologies is hardly possible. Here Thermicon uses and offers customized, proven and absolutely special economic technologies for the elimination of losses and reasonable management of multiple heat generators and heat consumers. POLY CALOGRAPH® DP PLUS -

We use the full heat of condensation and convert losses into profits! In the sector of exhaust gas heat recovery, we present a patented system. This technique achieves savings of 25% to 38 % of fuel and CO2 emissions. Here the latent heat of condensation (calorific value) is made usable. This energy is normally lost and supplied with its contaminants to the environment. This system is modular, so that multiple circuits can be operated with different temperatures. The waste gases are cooled from, e.g. 250°C to 15°C. This is only possible by using special materials. These materials are corrosion resistant and very durable. This includes, for example, Graphite, which has a better heat transfer than steel and prevents heavy metal detoxification. The system provides the shortest payback periods. It is used in hospitals, production and industrial. There is a wide range of reference projects throughout Germany. The system provides proven service life of over 20 years. Scientific studies confirm the excellent results of this technology. All values are always measured with calibrated instruments. The technique provides enormous efficiency and long service life while making a great contribution to environmental protection with high economic result.

Contact Hannover Fair 2014 Thermicon Energie- und Umwelttechnologien Tim Obermeier 51105 Köln Germany Fon: +49 221 / 27 64 64 63 Fax: +49 221 / 27 64 64 65 Gottfried-Hagen-Str. 60-62 [email protected] www.thermicon.de

Termicon

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TOUR III: Advanced Materials for Industrial Application

Hochschule Hannover University of Applied Sciences and Art Fiber Reinforced Plastics Center for Practice-oriented Solutions…...………………………………..

Hall 2, A08

Laser Zentrum Hannover e.V. Sustainability is our Focus - Laser-based Production Cycles: carbon-fiber-reinforced plastic…

Hall 2, A08

NTH Resistance Welding of Thermosetting CFRP Structures………………………………………………… Hall 2, C08

NTH Gentelligent Components in their lifecycles - the new Generation of Components………………

Hall 2, C08

NTH Metallic and Ceramic materials………………………………………………………………………………..

Hall 2, C08

T.I.E. GmbH & Ludwig Nano Präzision GmbH

Carbon Nanohorns – A New Class of Nano-Carbon Materials…………………………………………

Measurement of Material und Geometrical Properties………………………………………………….

Hall 6, A44

Aetztec GmbH

Etched Products of Common Metals….………………………………………………………………………

Hall 6, H16

Bach Resistor Ceramics

Ceramic Heating Elements….…………………………………………………………………………………..

Hall 6, B17

Guided Tour No 3 March 9 th, 2 p.m .

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Fiber Reinforced Plastics Center for Practice-oriented

Solutions

Structures made of Fiber reinforced plastics are established in lightweight construction solutions. Nevertheless there is room for improvement in manufacturing and joining techniques of fiber composites.

The application of fiber composites is well known in the aerospace industry, limited in the automotive sector and unfortunately underrepresented in the mechanical engineering sector. The materials testing lab of Hannover University of Applied Sciences and Arts established a fiber reinforced plastics manufacturing facility. The facilities goal is to teach the handling of fiber reinforced composites to students. A hexacopter construction project was chosen to build a bridge between aviation technologies and applications in mechanical engineering.

Contact Hannover Fair 2014 Hochschule Hannover University of Applied Sciences and Art Prof. Dr.-Ing. Ralf Sindelar, Friedrich-Wilhelm Bauer Ricklinger Stadtweg 120, 30459 Hannover Germany Fon: +49 (0)511 9296 1384, Fax: +49 (0)511 9296 1111 [email protected] [email protected] http://f2.hs-hannover.de/organisation/labore/werkstoffkunde/index.html

Hochschule Hannover University of Applied Sciences and

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LASER PROCESSING OF CARBON FIBER REINFORCED

PLASTICS (CFRP)

What we offer

Carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) is considered the material of the future for the light-weight construction of automobiles and airplanes. The handling of the material is still a challenge. The Laser Zentrum Hannover e.V. (LZH) and its partners develop laser-based processes to cut, join and repair CFRP parts for automated manufacturing. What we are looking for

Industrial partners in the field of: - Production of CFRP parts and components - End users - System integration - Material development.

Contact Hannover Fair 2014 Laser Zentrum Hannover e.V. Patricia Fischer Hollerithallee 8, 30419 Hannover Germany Fon: +49 (0)511 2788156, Fax: +49 (0)511 2788100 [email protected] http://www.lzh.de

Laser Zentrum Hannover e.V.

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Resistance welding of thermosetting CFRP structures

Riveting and adhesive bonding are two of the joining technologies for parts made of carbon fibre reinforced plastic (CFRP) that are established in the aerospace and automobile industry. However, these methods have a number of disadvantages, which is why scientists are exploring the potential of alternative joining technology, such as resistance welding of CFRP structures, as presented here.

Applying a thermoplastic functional layer to the CFRP structure during production enables the nonmeltable thermoset parts to be bonded by welding. The heating element between the areas to be bonded is a CF fabric impregnated with thermoplastic, called a cartrode. Joule heating of the cartrode melts the thermoplastic functional layer, enabling the areas to be joined. The resistance welding process comprises four steps: loading and clamping the parts, welding under bonding pressure, cooling under bonding pressure and demoulding the part.

The accurate selection and handling of the heating element are crucial in order to achieve ideal heat distribution, and consequently the high mechanical properties of the final part. The exhibit presented by Clausthal University of Technology’s Institute of Polymer Materials and Plastics Engineering shows the heating up of the cartrode, whereby the heat distribution is visualised by an infra-red camera. The heating test demonstrates the procedure and challenges involved in the resistance welding process.

Other exhibits represent welded demonstrators that show the advantages of the technique. The high mechanical properties of the welded joints prove that the resistance welding of thermoset CFRP structures can be considered a good alternative to established joining technologies.

Contact Hannover Fair 2014 NTH Amke Eggers Julius-Albert-Str. 4 38678 Clausthal-Zellerfeld Germany Fon: +49 (0) 05323 72 2487 [email protected] www.puk.tu-clausthal.de

NTH

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Gentelligent Components in their lifecycles - the new

Generation of Components

The long-term objective of the Collaborate Research Centre (CRC) 653 “Gentelligent Components in Their Lifecycle”, funded by the Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (DFG) is to avoid the physical separation of components and the appropriate information and to create „gentelligent“ components. The term “gentelligent” is composed of “genetic” and “intelligent”. “Gentelligent” components are for example workpieces that store information on their production and search independently for their path through manufacturing systems, or chassis components that monitor their condition autonomously and, where required, arrange independently for an inspection. In 17 sub-projects, the scientists are conducting joint research for this vision. It is an interdisciplinary approach: Ten institutes from the fields of production engineering, electrical engineering and laser technology are involved. They are creating multidisciplinary knowledge for the component generation of the future.

Contact Hannover Fair 2014 NTH Gerold Kuiper Fon: +49 (0) 0511 762 18325

[email protected]

www.sfb653.uni-hannover.de

NTH

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Metallic and Ceramic materials

Sustainable bioresorbable and permanent implants

The core task carried out by researchers in this project is to develop medical implants for the well-being of patients, taking into consideration health economic aspects. The goal is to restore organ function by means of resorbable (dissolvable in the organism) and permanent implants. The materials have been optimally adjusted to the clinical application by optimising production and physical processing, and by applying coating.

Today, osteosynthetic implants (synthetic implants to deal with bone fractures and other injuries to the bone) are made of classic biocompatible materials such as cobalt-chrome and titanium alloys. Although the mechanical strength of these materials guarantees the stiffening of a fracture, many of these implants must be removed in a second operation after healing because the mechanical strength and elasticity of titanium is significantly higher than that of healthy bone. This leads to stress-shielding by the implant and, subsequent, degradation of the bone. For this reason, scientists have conducted research into alternatives, and have developed new magnesium alloys and material systems that have the following advantages over conventional materials: the mechanical properties are similar to those of natural bone tissue; they are biodegradable and Magnesium play an important role in many metabolic reactions. Due to their biodegradability, there is a reduction in the stiffness of the materials over the treatment period, fostering the growth of natural tissue.

Degradation is initially analysed in vitro using technical systems before being tested in vivo, i.e. in the living organism. At present, there are gaps in our knowledge of the factors that influence biodegradation, making it difficult to perform a convincing invitro corrosion analysis. In order to investigate these factors, researchers have developed the “Dynamic in-vitro Degradation Tester”. The degradation process is analysed by monitoring the magnesium ion concentration during the tests, then validated using additional measuring methods such as EDX and mass lost determination.

Contact Hannover Fair 2014 NTH Prof. Glasmacher Fon: +49 (0) 0511 762 3828, [email protected]

NTH

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Carbon Nanohorns – A New Class of

Nano-Carbon Materials

TIE GmbH produces and offers «Carbon Nanohorns (CNH)» in different forms for industrial applications. CNH is a very pure (no catalyst used), single walled carbon material. It can be used as functional fillers in diverse materials (metals, thermoplastics, elastomers, resins) to modify properties of known materials.

Another interesting property for industrial applications is the high porosity (up to > 1 cm³/g) and the high specific surface (up to > 1000 m²/g) of CNH. Because its surface is nano-structured and can be easily doped with platinum (Pt) and other metals, it may be used as catalyst or for energy storage purposes.

Measurement of Material und

Geometrical Properties

The Ludwig Nano Präzision GmbH (LNP) is specialized in precision engineering and especially in the development of highly precise measurement tools. The LNP nano touch is a compact, versatile and precise sensor that is the heart of the LNP IRHD M measurement tool, the LNP flexural modulus measurement tool and a lot of further systems to measure a multitude of material and geometrical properties of different samples and materials. LNP offers a modular setup with a lot of different equipment for every purpose, ranging from temperature chambers or (motorized) measurement stands to specialized tips.

Contact Hannover Fair 2014 T.I.E. GmbH Norbert Molitor [email protected] www.t-i-e.eu

Contact Hannover Fair 2014 Ludwig Nano Präzision GmbH Josef Ludwig [email protected] www.LNP-Northeim.de

T.I.E. GmbH & Ludwig Nano Präzision GmbH

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Etched Products of Common Metals

Ätztec produces etched parts from all common

types of metal in various thicknesses for almost

every application and every industry. To start we

only need drafts, drawings and records. We

produce the etched parts in accordance with

your ideas and wishes immediately. Our well

organized stock enables a rapid manufacturing

process. Based on your developments in the self-

understanding of precise quality tracking and

high efficiency it is our goal to satisfy our

customers by a high level of flexibility, quick and

custom-tailored advice from a highly motivated

team. Supported by this responsibility we

examine the surface and the dimension precision

of the products with qualified inspection systems

and documentation, if required; these will fulfill

checks of your quality standards. Your innovation combined with our precision and speed- A strong team for your market stability.

At Ätztec GmbH we find professionally,

uncomplicated and just in time the best solution

for your project.

Contact Hannover Fair 2014 Hall 6 / H 16 Julian Zender

Ätztec GmbH

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Ceramic Heating Elements

With their patented technology for the production of 100 % ceramic heating elements featuring an integrated ceramic-heating conductor, Bach Resistor Ceramics GmbH has grown from a research lab into a medium-sized corporation, active across the globe.

100 % ceramic heating elements made from silicon nitride and aluminium nitride have a number of advantages in comparison to conventional metallic heating elements.

Owing to its low-density, ceramic material has a low heat capacity and therefore is well suited to handle temperatures up to 1000 °C with very little energy consumption.

This extraordinary technology, which implements ceramic material able to conduct electricity uniformly sintered with an insulated ceramic housing, is able to deliver high performance consistently.

Highly resistant to wear and oxidation, these ceramics guarantee outstanding durability and long life as well.

The production process allows great versatility in creating a wide range of sizes and shapes. Heating capacity can thus be integrated into all kinds of durable ceramic parts, like cutting tools, welding brackets and other tools.

Contact Hannover Fair 2014 Hall 6 / B17 Jan Paul Bach Thorsten Fuchs

Bach Resistor Ceramics

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TOUR IV: Sensor Technology

Hochschule Hannover University of Applied Sciences and Art Autonomous Sensor System for a Detailed Analysis of Movements ……………………………………….

Hall 2, A08

Technical University Braunschweig 3D Micro Probing System for Industrial Applications Content ………………..…………………………….. Hall 2, A08

Technical University Clausthal Fiber Optical 3D Navigation………………..…………………………………………………………………………. Hall 2, A08

NTH Micro and Nanostructure processing………………..……………………………………………………………… Hall 2, C08

NTH

Planar Optronic Systems………………..…………………………………………………………………………….. Hall 2, C08

CiS Forschungsinstitut für Mikrosensorik und Photovoltaik GmbH amos

applikationszentrum mikrooptische systeme

Piezoresistive micro probes for in-line surface inspection in industrial production processes…………

Hall 4, F34

Prignitz Mikrosystemtechnik Pressure Transmitter………………..…………………………………………………………………………………..

Hall 11, E70

Guided Tour No 4 March 10 th, 2 p.m .

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Autonomous Sensor System for a Detailed Analysis of Movements

The autonomous sensor system is a miniaturized electronic device consisting of sensors, a microcontroller and a radio module. Due to its small size, the system can be applied, e.g., to articular cuffs and other parts of the human body without affecting a person’s movement. The system serves to generate data on movements like acceleration, speed, distance and force. Its main area of application lies in competitive, recreational as well as rehabilitative sports. This sensors system is small, flexible and significantly less expensive than comparable systems. It can measure the acceleration and the pathway e.g. of the arm of an athlete. The system is being developed in co-operation with ATS Elektronik GmbH Wunstorf and the Olympic Service Center Lower Saxony.

Contact Hannover Fair 2014 Hochschule Hannover University of Applied Sciences and Art Prof. Dr.-Ing. Stefan Beißner Ricklinger Stadtweg 120, 30459 Hannover, Germany Fon: +49 (0)511 9296 1252, Fax: +49 (0)511 9296 991252 [email protected] http://www.hs-hannover.de

Hochschule Hannover University of Applied Sciences and Art

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3D Micro Probing System for Industrial Applications Content

The integration of micro probing systems into standard gear measuring instruments permits fully automated measurement of micro gears with modules smaller than 1 mm. The 3D microprobe consists of a high sensitive silicon micro force sensor and a vertical stylus. Thanks to developments in micro manufacturing processes, styli with probe ball diameters between 300 and 50 μm are now available. The Institute of Microtechnology (IMT) with its 300 m² clean room facilities and various laboratories and measurement rooms develops microtechnological processes for research focused on microsystems. The IMT offers a broad spectrum of applications with Lab-on-Chip systems for medicine, pharmacy, biology and a wide range of industrial sensors such as the 3D micro probing system.

Contact Hannover Fair 2014 Technical University Braunschweig Prof. Dr. A. Dietzel Alte Salzdahlumer Straße 203 38124 Braunschweig, Germany Fon: +49 (0) 531 391 9760, Fax +49 (0) 531 391 9751 [email protected] http://www.imt.tu-bs.de

Technical University Braunschweig

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Fiber Optical 3D Navigation

A new concept for fiber optical 3D shape sensing applying femtosecond laser technology for high precision direct writing of Bragg gratings within the core and at the same time also within the cladding of a single core standard telecom fiber is developed. This new technology enables for the first time a cost-efficient and real-time 3D navigation and tracking of medical endoscopes or industrial process control only by means of a passive optical sensor device.

Contact Hannover Fair 2014 Technical University Braunschweig Fraunhofer HHI, MIOPAS GmbH Prof. Dr. Wolfgang Schade Am Stollen 19B, 38640 Goslar Germany Fon: +49 (0)5321 6855 150, Fax: +49 (0)5321 6855 159 [email protected] http://www.hhi.fraunhofer.de

Technical University Clausthal

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Scrutinising nanostructures

Micro-nano-integration for tomorrow’s packaging technology

Nanomaterial plays an important role not only in clothing and cosmetics, but also in technical equipment. In order to foster the basic understanding of how these tiny particles, so-called nanosystems, function and to apply this knowledge successfully, researchers work with model systems. The interplay between the wide range of experimental and theoretical expertise of the 17 groups within the participating institutes of the three NTH member universities open up new perspectives. For example, the research results can be used in the field of novel solar cells or advanced sensor technology. A subproject being conducted at the Institute of Semiconductor Technology of Technische Universität Braunschweig within the NTH School for Contacts in Nanosystems focuses on the controlled synthesis of three-dimensional semiconductor structures and the further processing thereof. Three-dimensional nano columns have very large surfaces, which is useful when producing light-emitting diodes (LEDs) or sensors. The entire process chain is covered from lateral structuring and semiconductor processing to the systematic contacting and characterisation of the parts. Researchers have developed affordable nanoimprint lithography to such an extent that it can also be used for partners and external interested parties. The newly developed joining technology for micronano- integration has great advantages over conventional soldered joints – particularly in the construction technology of modules for power electronics and high-power LEDs. The patented process, which makes use of silver-coated foil for contact deposition, combines high performance with flexibility.

Contact Hannover Fair 2014 NTH Dr. Sönke Fündling [email protected]

NTH

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Planar Optronic Systems

Polymer-based sensor foils with purely optical measurement principles

Optronics, a combination of optics and semiconductor technology, refers to products and processes in which signals can be converted optically and transmitted via the sensor principle. The goal of the interdisciplinary Collaborative Research Centre “Transregio 123 – Planar Optronic Systems” (PlanOS) is to develop polymer foils that are equipped with sensors throughout, eliminating the need for electronic components. All sensors function optically, and indicate changes in strain and temperature in properties of light, for instance. Subprojects are carried out in which scientists search for suitable material systems for constructing optical waveguides, radiation sources, spectrometers and other detectors. They also develop concepts and simulations in order to create, transport and process light signals in sensory networks. The focus is on optical parameter conversion, primarily using photons. Applications of these optronic systems range from temperature, pressure and strain measurements to the analysis of bio-chemical processes using spectroscopy. The light required to carry out the measurements can be generated via organic light emitting diodes (emitters) directly onto the polymer foil and received via organic solar cells (detectors). The exhibit shows a temperature measurement system for the real-time surveillance of Li-Ion batteries. It demonstrates a potential application of polymeroptical sensor foils. Reliable sensors are based on fibre-Bragg gratings and AWG spectrometers for analysis. Temperature surveillance optimises charge/ discharge sequences, enabling much shorter charging times. A central challenge of PlanOS is to transfer knowledge to cost-effective, resource efficient mass production, such as the manufacture of waveguides and coupling structures by flexo-printing. Other exhibits show high-precision tungsten carbide tools for the production of optical waveguides by hot embossing, as well as a grating structure as a coupling mechanism for single-mode waveguides.

Contact Hannover Fair 2014 NTH Sebastian Dikty [email protected]

NTH

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Piezoresistive micro probes for in-line surface inspection in industrial

production processes

Miniaturized probes made of single-crystal silicon with integrated piezoresistive bridge combine high sampling rates and a low contact force. The force dependent deflection causes a change in the mechanical stress which is evaluated piezoresistively. Robust against different ambient conditions, the sensor closes a gap between AFM and a classic stylus instrument. The robustness of the sensor and its signal towards the influences of light and temperature changes, electrosmog as well as against dust and process auxiliaries such as cutting oils, allow the use under production conditions (e.g. directly in the machining space of a cutting or milling tool). Initial tests in an industrial manufacturing environment have been successful. After the scraping action, the cutter of the tool head is replaced by the cantilever probe and moved up to the freshly machined workpiece (without its replacement) to record the surface profile in-situ. The MEMS micro probes are ideal for drilling holes and undercuts that cannot be measured with an AFM or profilometer . The low contact force required also allows the non-destructive measurement of components made of plastic, for example micro-optical structures.

Contact Hannover Fair 2014 Andreas Albrecht CiS Forschungsinstitut für Mikrosensorik und Photovoltaik GmbH Konrad-Zuse-Str. 14 99099 Erfurt Germany Fon: +49361 663 1475 Fax: +49361 663 1413 [email protected] http://www.cismst.org/

CiS Forschungsinstitut für Mikrosensorik und Photovoltaik

GmbH

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Pressure Transmitter

Prignitz Microsystems Technology GmbH was founded in 2002 in Wittenberge. The company is specialized in the production of pressure – and temperature transmitters and related devices. It develops, manufactures and distributes sensor systems Its main products are:

• Standard pressure transmitters (stainless steel diaphragm) for the pressure range -1 ... 0 to 0 ... 2000 bar

• Digital pressure transmitters in the same range with a lot of interesting features

• Pressure sensors with ATEX approval • Differential and relative pressure transmitter

for low pressure range up less than 1 mbar • Electronic Pressure and differential pressure

switches • Level probes • Electronic monitoring devices

Another production line is the COB mounting of silicon pressure sensors on board under clean room conditions. These sensor modules are processed not only to use it in its own products, but also marketed as single pressure sensor elements. Our enterprise is certified to DIN EN ISO 9001:2008 as well as ATEX.

Contact Hannover Fair 2014 Dr. Hartmut Stoltenberg Hall 11 / E 70

Prignitz Mikrosystemtechnik

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