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  03FEB 2026

  students

  Scholarship with a focus on polymer technology for LKT student assistant

  We warmly congratulate André Neumeier, a student at FAU, on receiving the scholarship “Deutschlandstipendium”, sponsored by VDI Bayern Nordost. Mr. Neumeier applied with a focus on “polymer technology” with extensive theoretical and practical knowledge of polymer processing, which he has acquired in lectures and as a long-standing student assistant at LKT. As a student assistant, […]We warmly congratulate André Neumeier, a student at FAU, on receiving the scholarship “Deutschlandstipendium”, sponsored by VDI Bayern Nordost. Mr. Neumeier applied with a focus on “polymer technology” with extensive theoretical and practical knowledge of polymer processing, which he has acquired in lectures and as a long-standing student assistant at LKT. As a student assistant, […]

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  20JAN 2026

  excursion

  Great insights into additive manufacturing at FIT

  Together with scientific employees from LKT and students of polymer engineering, we recently visited the company FIT AG in Parsberg. In addition to an introduction to the company’s wide range of application fields, we were given a highly engaging and comprehensive tour of the production facilities. Particularly impressive were the insights into additive manufacturing with […]Together with scientific employees from LKT and students of polymer engineering, we recently visited the company FIT AG in Parsberg. In addition to an introduction to the company’s wide range of application fields, we were given a highly engaging and comprehensive tour of the production facilities. Particularly impressive were the insights into additive manufacturing with […]

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  18DEC 2025

  common

  Merry Christmas and a happy New Year!

  Merry Christmas and best wishes for a happy and successful New Year! We would like to express our sincere thanks for the intensive and trusting cooperation in research, innovation, and teaching. We can look back on an eventful year, including industry seminars, innovation days, new books, excursions, trade fair visits, new plant technology, and research […]Merry Christmas and best wishes for a happy and successful New Year! We would like to express our sincere thanks for the intensive and trusting cooperation in research, innovation, and teaching. We can look back on an eventful year, including industry seminars, innovation days, new books, excursions, trade fair visits, new plant technology, and research […]

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  25NOV 2025

  common

  Reappointment to the Scientific Advisory Board of BAM

  We are happy to announce that Prof. Drummer has been reappointed to the Scientific Advisory Board of the Federal Institute for Materials Research and Testing (BAM)! In consultation with the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWE), he has been reappointed as a member of the BAM’s “Materials” advisory board for another three years. […]We are happy to announce that Prof. Drummer has been reappointed to the Scientific Advisory Board of the Federal Institute for Materials Research and Testing (BAM)! In consultation with the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWE), he has been reappointed as a member of the BAM’s “Materials” advisory board for another three years. […]

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  11NOV 2025

  symposium

  Conference Technomer 2025

  We presented our latest research findings at the international conference “Technomer” in Chemnitz! In his presentation, our research assistant Felix Kerling discussed the potential of variothermal injection compression molding for processing highly filled polymers. Injection compression molding can be used to manufacture complex and finely structured geometries with very precise details at the microscopic level, […]We presented our latest research findings at the international conference “Technomer” in Chemnitz! In his presentation, our research assistant Felix Kerling discussed the potential of variothermal injection compression molding for processing highly filled polymers. Injection compression molding can be used to manufacture complex and finely structured geometries with very precise details at the microscopic level, […]

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  03NOV 2025

  price/award

  REHAU Preis Technik 2025

  We are happy to announce that our scientific assistant Anke Kaufmann has been awarded the REHAU Preis Technik by REHAU group for her master’s thesis. Anke Kaufmann’s work focused on an interdisciplinary topic from the fields of medical technology and additive manufacturing of polymers, which deals with the interaction of material properties and process parameters […]We are happy to announce that our scientific assistant Anke Kaufmann has been awarded the REHAU Preis Technik by REHAU group for her master’s thesis. Anke Kaufmann’s work focused on an interdisciplinary topic from the fields of medical technology and additive manufacturing of polymers, which deals with the interaction of material properties and process parameters […]

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  29OCT 2025

  new plant

  New device for measuring thermal conductivity

  We are delighted to announce a new partnership with Netzsch-Gerätebau. As of today, we have a TCT 716 Lambda measuring device at our disposal. The TCT716 Lambda enables precise determination of the thermal conductivity of solids with a thermal conductivity of 0.1 to 30 W/(m·K) – in a temperature range from -10 °C to 300 […]We are delighted to announce a new partnership with Netzsch-Gerätebau. As of today, we have a TCT 716 Lambda measuring device at our disposal. The TCT716 Lambda enables precise determination of the thermal conductivity of solids with a thermal conductivity of 0.1 to 30 W/(m·K) – in a temperature range from -10 °C to 300 […]

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  22OCT 2025

  excursion

  Excursion to K 2025

  Together with students from the Faculty of Engineering, our institute had a two-day visit to the K 2025 Trade Fair in Düsseldorf, the world’s leading exhibition for plastics and rubber. The opportunity to experience state-of-the-art manufacturing systems live was a valuable practical complement to academic learning, especially for our students, and offered a great chance […]Together with students from the Faculty of Engineering, our institute had a two-day visit to the K 2025 Trade Fair in Düsseldorf, the world’s leading exhibition for plastics and rubber. The opportunity to experience state-of-the-art manufacturing systems live was a valuable practical complement to academic learning, especially for our students, and offered a great chance […]

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  22OCT 2025

  fair

  Looking back at K 2025

  Over the past two weeks, our institute had the opportunity to present our current research at K 2025 in Düsseldorf to an international expert audience. Additive manufacturing – flame-retardant materials, medical applications, and antenna systems Processing of highly filled polymers –plastic-bonded permanent magnets and bipolar plates Tribological test systems and additively manufactured machine components We […]Over the past two weeks, our institute had the opportunity to present our current research at K 2025 in Düsseldorf to an international expert audience. Additive manufacturing – flame-retardant materials, medical applications, and antenna systems Processing of highly filled polymers –plastic-bonded permanent magnets and bipolar plates Tribological test systems and additively manufactured machine components We […]

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  26SEP 2025

  fair

  Meet us at K 2025 in Düsseldorf!

  From October 8–15, 2025, we will be exhibiting at K 2025 in Düsseldorf – the world’s leading trade fair for plastics and rubber – and we warmly invite you to visit us in person! 🚗 Highly filled polymers for bipolar plates and drive technology 📡 Additive manufacturing for high-frequency and medical technology 🔥 Flame retardancy […]From October 8–15, 2025, we will be exhibiting at K 2025 in Düsseldorf – the world’s leading trade fair for plastics and rubber – and we warmly invite you to visit us in person! 🚗 Highly filled polymers for bipolar plates and drive technology 📡 Additive manufacturing for high-frequency and medical technology 🔥 Flame retardancy […]

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  18SEP 2025

  MINT

  From Filament to Design Object – A Hands-On 3D Printing Experience

  How do you turn a simple idea into a 3D-printed object? Last week, during the Girls and Technology Internship at FAU, pupils from grades 7 to 11 had the opportunity to explore this question – in an introductory course on processing polymers in additive manufacturing using fused filament fabrication (FFF). The program offered both a […]How do you turn a simple idea into a 3D-printed object? Last week, during the Girls and Technology Internship at FAU, pupils from grades 7 to 11 had the opportunity to explore this question – in an introductory course on processing polymers in additive manufacturing using fused filament fabrication (FFF). The program offered both a […]

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  18JUL 2025

  excursion

  Student excursion to Brose

  What does industrial injection molding actually look like in practice? We found answers during our excursion to Brose in Coburg! The LKT organized an insightful company visit for students from the Department of Mechanical Engineering, with a focus on plastics engineering, to one of the leading automotive suppliers. During a detailed tour, we were given […]What does industrial injection molding actually look like in practice? We found answers during our excursion to Brose in Coburg! The LKT organized an insightful company visit for students from the Department of Mechanical Engineering, with a focus on plastics engineering, to one of the leading automotive suppliers. During a detailed tour, we were given […]

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  10JUN 2025

  event

  Innovation Day for SMEs

  We took part in the Innovation Day (#innotag2025) for SMEs organized by the Bundesministerium für Wirtschaft und Energie! We presented research results on the indirect additive manufacturing of metal components in filament-based additive manufacturing for various applications in plastic injection molding. These results are part of the project “HiFil3D – Metal Filament Modeling – Feedstocks […]We took part in the Innovation Day (#innotag2025) for SMEs organized by the Bundesministerium für Wirtschaft und Energie! We presented research results on the indirect additive manufacturing of metal components in filament-based additive manufacturing for various applications in plastic injection molding. These results are part of the project “HiFil3D – Metal Filament Modeling – Feedstocks […]

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  19MAY 2025

  price/award

  New Award for Prof. Drummer

  We are delighted to announce that Prof. Drummer, head of Institute of Polymer Technology, was recently awarded as a “Highly Ranked Scholar” in polymer engineering by Scholar GPS, recognizing his scientific achievements. For this ranking, the scientific performance of the last 5 years was evaluated. Prof. Drummer is ranked among the top 0.05% of scientists […]We are delighted to announce that Prof. Drummer, head of Institute of Polymer Technology, was recently awarded as a “Highly Ranked Scholar” in polymer engineering by Scholar GPS, recognizing his scientific achievements. For this ranking, the scientific performance of the last 5 years was evaluated. Prof. Drummer is ranked among the top 0.05% of scientists […]

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  14MAY 2025

  Research

  Book publication from the CRC 814 – Additive Manufacturing

  For 12 years, the Collaborative Research Center 814 – Additive Manufacturing at FAU was dedicated to additive manufacturing with polymers and metals. The numerous innovations and findings from the CRC’s diverse research areas have now been summarized in a book: In the open access book “Progress in Powder Based Additive Manufacturing”, the editors Prof. Dietmar […]For 12 years, the Collaborative Research Center 814 – Additive Manufacturing at FAU was dedicated to additive manufacturing with polymers and metals. The numerous innovations and findings from the CRC’s diverse research areas have now been summarized in a book: In the open access book “Progress in Powder Based Additive Manufacturing”, the editors Prof. Dietmar […]

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  03APR 2025

  exchange program

  Polytech Exchange Students at LKT

  🌍 Welcome to our exchange students from Polytech, University of Burgundy! 🎉 We are thrilled to welcome four talented exchange students from France, who will be spending the next four months at LKT to conduct research on cutting-edge topics in polymer technology. 🚀 Their research projects include various aspects of additive manufacturing, metal injection molding […]🌍 Welcome to our exchange students from Polytech, University of Burgundy! 🎉 We are thrilled to welcome four talented exchange students from France, who will be spending the next four months at LKT to conduct research on cutting-edge topics in polymer technology. 🚀 Their research projects include various aspects of additive manufacturing, metal injection molding […]

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  27MAR 2025

  seminar/workshop

  39th Engelberg Polymer Technology Seminar

  The 39th Engelberg Polymer Technology Seminar, organized by LKT, was a great success and provided exciting insights into the latest developments in polymer technology! Experts from science and industry – including professors, scientific assistants, and professionals from practice – shared their latest research findings and project experiences. The presentations and subsequent discussions covered a wide […]The 39th Engelberg Polymer Technology Seminar, organized by LKT, was a great success and provided exciting insights into the latest developments in polymer technology! Experts from science and industry – including professors, scientific assistants, and professionals from practice – shared their latest research findings and project experiences. The presentations and subsequent discussions covered a wide […]

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  26FEB 2025

  seminar/workshop

  Seminar “failure analysis of polymer parts”

  Last week, the seminar on “failure analysis of polymer parts” took place at LKT – a great success! 🎉 Failure analysis is of great importance to understand the causes of material defects and to implement preventive measures. The methods used are extremely diverse: from microscopic and thermal to chemical and mechanical techniques, which together enable […]Last week, the seminar on “failure analysis of polymer parts” took place at LKT – a great success! 🎉 Failure analysis is of great importance to understand the causes of material defects and to implement preventive measures. The methods used are extremely diverse: from microscopic and thermal to chemical and mechanical techniques, which together enable […]

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  18FEB 2025

  Research

  Workshop of the RTG SyMoCADS

  On February 10th and 11th the LKT participated in the first alumni and visitor workshop of the RTG 2950 SyMoCADS in Vierzehnheiligen. During these two days each of the SyMoCADS PhD candidates gave insights into their research projects related to different aspects of molecular communication. For the LKT the workshop was attended by Prof. Dietmar […]On February 10th and 11th the LKT participated in the first alumni and visitor workshop of the RTG 2950 SyMoCADS in Vierzehnheiligen. During these two days each of the SyMoCADS PhD candidates gave insights into their research projects related to different aspects of molecular communication. For the LKT the workshop was attended by Prof. Dietmar […]

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  06FEB 2025

  excursion

  Student excursion to Adidas

  Together with a group of polymer engineering students at FAU, we had the incredible opportunity to visit the adidas innovation forge! 🚀 We delved deep into the development process and gained insights into the determination of key parameters for the mechanical design of sporting goods. 🏃 From the idea to the finished product, we experienced […]Together with a group of polymer engineering students at FAU, we had the incredible opportunity to visit the adidas innovation forge! 🚀 We delved deep into the development process and gained insights into the determination of key parameters for the mechanical design of sporting goods. 🏃 From the idea to the finished product, we experienced […]

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  04DEC 2024

  seminar/workshop

  Certificate Course “Additive Manufacturing”

  Powder-based additive manufacturing with polymers – this topic was addressed in a multifaceted certificate course last week. The two seminar days were part of the certificate course “Additive Manufacturing” offered by IHK. In cooperation with ambitious powered by toolcraft, this course provided the basics of additive manufacturing with both metals and polymers. In a balanced […]Powder-based additive manufacturing with polymers – this topic was addressed in a multifaceted certificate course last week. The two seminar days were part of the certificate course “Additive Manufacturing” offered by IHK. In cooperation with ambitious powered by toolcraft, this course provided the basics of additive manufacturing with both metals and polymers. In a balanced […]

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  04DEC 2024

  fair

  Review of Formnext 2024

  We were at the Formnext in Frankfurt! As part of the Collaborative Research Center 814 “Additive Manufacturing”, the LKT was recently exhibiting at the Formnext fair in Frankfurt and presented current research results. In addition, we were able to network with many new contacts and gain valuable insights from lively discussions. LKT is involved in […]We were at the Formnext in Frankfurt! As part of the Collaborative Research Center 814 “Additive Manufacturing”, the LKT was recently exhibiting at the Formnext fair in Frankfurt and presented current research results. In addition, we were able to network with many new contacts and gain valuable insights from lively discussions. LKT is involved in […]

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  20NOV 2024

  seminar/workshop

  Seminar: preparation and microscopy of polymers

  On 13 and 14 November, the LKT organized a seminar on the preparation and microscopy of polymers. The focus of the seminar was on teaching practical skills for the optimal implementation of the examination methods presented and the exchange of experience. In addition to introductory lectures on topics such as the basics and importance of […]On 13 and 14 November, the LKT organized a seminar on the preparation and microscopy of polymers. The focus of the seminar was on teaching practical skills for the optimal implementation of the examination methods presented and the exchange of experience. In addition to introductory lectures on topics such as the basics and importance of […]

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  19NOV 2024

  Research

  1st SyMoCADS Seminar

  Time for research! On Friday, November 15th the RTG 2950 SyMoCADS met at LKT for the first SyMoCADS seminar. Here, young researchers are tackling simulative and experimental challenges in molecular communication. The latest progress in the sub-projects and new ideas which sparked some fruitful discussion were presented. LKT is involved in SyMoCADS with the development […]Time for research! On Friday, November 15th the RTG 2950 SyMoCADS met at LKT for the first SyMoCADS seminar. Here, young researchers are tackling simulative and experimental challenges in molecular communication. The latest progress in the sub-projects and new ideas which sparked some fruitful discussion were presented. LKT is involved in SyMoCADS with the development […]

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  26SEP 2024

  price/award

  Award for Prof. Drummer

  We are delighted to announce that Prof. Drummer, head of Institute of Polymer Technology, was recently awarded as a “Highly Ranked Scholar” in polymer engineering by Scholar GPS, recognizing his scientific achievements. For this ranking, the scientific performance of the last 5 years was evaluated. Prof. Drummer is ranked 7th among the top 0.05% of […]We are delighted to announce that Prof. Drummer, head of Institute of Polymer Technology, was recently awarded as a “Highly Ranked Scholar” in polymer engineering by Scholar GPS, recognizing his scientific achievements. For this ranking, the scientific performance of the last 5 years was evaluated. Prof. Drummer is ranked 7th among the top 0.05% of […]

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  25SEP 2024

  seminar/workshop

  Announcement: Microscopy seminar 2024

  Gain a deeper insight into the manifold methods, potentials and applications of the microscopy of polymers! On 13. – 14.11.2024, we are hosting a seminar on the preparation and microscopy of polymers. The aim of the seminar is to impart practical skills for the optimal implementation and interpretation of the microscopic characterization as well as […]Gain a deeper insight into the manifold methods, potentials and applications of the microscopy of polymers! On 13. – 14.11.2024, we are hosting a seminar on the preparation and microscopy of polymers. The aim of the seminar is to impart practical skills for the optimal implementation and interpretation of the microscopic characterization as well as […]

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  19SEP 2024

  MINT

  Girls and Technology Internship 2024

  “From filament to your own design object” – LKT hosted a workshop in the event “Girls and Technology Internship” at FAU. We introduced the girls to the fundamentals of polymers, focusing on the additive manufacturing. In the practical part, the pupils created their own object with modelling clay, which was digitized and printed using fused […]“From filament to your own design object” – LKT hosted a workshop in the event “Girls and Technology Internship” at FAU. We introduced the girls to the fundamentals of polymers, focusing on the additive manufacturing. In the practical part, the pupils created their own object with modelling clay, which was digitized and printed using fused […]

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  16SEP 2024

  project

  New Project “SimFeed”

  We are happy to announce that LKT has launched the project “SimFeed – Improved simulation approaches and development of new feedstock materials for metallic powder injection molding” together with OECHSLER AG. The aim of the project is the targeted investigation of the segregation of the powder with the binder system, on the one hand by […]We are happy to announce that LKT has launched the project “SimFeed – Improved simulation approaches and development of new feedstock materials for metallic powder injection molding” together with OECHSLER AG. The aim of the project is the targeted investigation of the segregation of the powder with the binder system, on the one hand by […]

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  08AUG 2024

  conference

  Polymer-based Larynx Models at ICVPB Conference

  The LKT participated in the 13th edition of the “International Conference on Voice Physiology and Biomechanics” (ICVPB) that took place in Erlangen from 22. – 26.07.2024. Within the workshop “Engineering and Analytics of Polymer Implants“, the participants obtained insights into the fundamentals of polymer processing and their influence on material and implant properties, as well […]The LKT participated in the 13th edition of the “International Conference on Voice Physiology and Biomechanics” (ICVPB) that took place in Erlangen from 22. – 26.07.2024. Within the workshop “Engineering and Analytics of Polymer Implants“, the participants obtained insights into the fundamentals of polymer processing and their influence on material and implant properties, as well […]

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  05AUG 2024

  project

  Successful completion of the VAROFOMO Project

  The project VAROFOMO (Vacuum Assisted Rotational Foam Molding) focused on a novel method for producing polymeric foams through rotational molding. This innovative technique eliminates the need for chemical blowing agents by using air inclusions in the polymer melt as an intrinsic, physical blowing agent. By applying a vacuum, the air bubbles expand and create the […]The project VAROFOMO (Vacuum Assisted Rotational Foam Molding) focused on a novel method for producing polymeric foams through rotational molding. This innovative technique eliminates the need for chemical blowing agents by using air inclusions in the polymer melt as an intrinsic, physical blowing agent. By applying a vacuum, the air bubbles expand and create the […]

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  31JUL 2024

  exchange program

  Review of student research stay at LKT

  In the last four months, five international students from École d’ingénieurs de l’Université de Bourgogne (Polytech) in Dijon completed their intenship at LKT and gained multiple practical and theoretical knowledge in the academic research in the field of polymer processing. They worked on manifold research topics throughout the various areas of polymer technology, including the […]In the last four months, five international students from École d’ingénieurs de l’Université de Bourgogne (Polytech) in Dijon completed their intenship at LKT and gained multiple practical and theoretical knowledge in the academic research in the field of polymer processing. They worked on manifold research topics throughout the various areas of polymer technology, including the […]

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  22JUL 2024

  excursion

  Student excursion to Uvex

  Several students of the LKT had the opportunity to gain valuable insights into the regional company Uvex, manufacturing safety glasses in Fürth. In addition to the comprehensive company presentation with focus on safety, the students and accompanying scientific assistants of LKT received a guided tour through the production facilities, gaining impressing insights into the current […]Several students of the LKT had the opportunity to gain valuable insights into the regional company Uvex, manufacturing safety glasses in Fürth. In addition to the comprehensive company presentation with focus on safety, the students and accompanying scientific assistants of LKT received a guided tour through the production facilities, gaining impressing insights into the current […]

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  22JUL 2024

  event

  SyMoCADS Retreat

  For the start of the new Research Training Group 2950 SyMoCADS (Synthetic Molecular Communications Across Different Scales: From Theory to Experiments), a first retreat took place in Waischenfeld on the 15th and 16th of July 2024. During these two days, the participants had the opportunity to get to know the research topics of the various […]For the start of the new Research Training Group 2950 SyMoCADS (Synthetic Molecular Communications Across Different Scales: From Theory to Experiments), a first retreat took place in Waischenfeld on the 15th and 16th of July 2024. During these two days, the participants had the opportunity to get to know the research topics of the various […]

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  13JUN 2024

  common

  Research Training Group SyMoCADS for the additive manufacturing of tumor models

  We are happy to pronounce that the LKT starts into a new fascinating research project regarding the additive manufacturing of tumor models! The RTG 2590 SyMoCADS is an interdisciplinary Research Training Group (RTG) with the goal of advancing the field of synthetic molecular communications, encompassing interdisciplinary research from the Faculty of Engineering, Faculty of Science […]We are happy to pronounce that the LKT starts into a new fascinating research project regarding the additive manufacturing of tumor models! The RTG 2590 SyMoCADS is an interdisciplinary Research Training Group (RTG) with the goal of advancing the field of synthetic molecular communications, encompassing interdisciplinary research from the Faculty of Engineering, Faculty of Science […]

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  11JUN 2024

  Research

  Network “Textile PET in technical applications”

  We proudly announce the foundation of the new network “Textile PET in technical applications” together with the consulting company EurA AG as well as small and medium-sized enterprises. The network aims at producing new technical plastic products from recycled textiles. Today, only one third of the generated post-consumer waste is recycled in Germany, the majority […]We proudly announce the foundation of the new network “Textile PET in technical applications” together with the consulting company EurA AG as well as small and medium-sized enterprises. The network aims at producing new technical plastic products from recycled textiles. Today, only one third of the generated post-consumer waste is recycled in Germany, the majority […]

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  22MAY 2024

  conference

  Rapid.Tech 3D Konferenz 2024

  In the 20th year of the Rapid.Tech 3D, taking place in Erfurt, the additive manufacturing department at LKT took the opportunity to present recent work in the fields of laser-based powder bed fusion and highly filled metal feedstocks for fused filament fabrication. Samuel Schlicht presented his work on the support-free, cold powder bed fusion of […]In the 20th year of the Rapid.Tech 3D, taking place in Erfurt, the additive manufacturing department at LKT took the opportunity to present recent work in the fields of laser-based powder bed fusion and highly filled metal feedstocks for fused filament fabrication. Samuel Schlicht presented his work on the support-free, cold powder bed fusion of […]

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  02MAY 2024

  event

  Girls’ Day 2024

  LKT took part in the event Girls’Day, hosted at FAU. By attending a talk about the recycling of polymers and two supporting experiments, the pupils gained first-hand insights into the significance of polymers and their applications in daily life. We look back on a successful Girls’Day 2024!LKT took part in the event Girls’Day, hosted at FAU. By attending a talk about the recycling of polymers and two supporting experiments, the pupils gained first-hand insights into the significance of polymers and their applications in daily life. We look back on a successful Girls’Day 2024!

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  19APR 2024

  seminar/workshop

  Polymer Seminars 2024

  Recently, we hosted two seminars regarding the thermal analysis as well as the damage analysis of polymers. In both seminars, Thermal Analysis of Polymers and Failure Analysis of Polymer Parts, the participants had the opportunity to gain a profound overview of the diverse methods, supplemented by insights into the practical implementation and interpretation of measurement […]Recently, we hosted two seminars regarding the thermal analysis as well as the damage analysis of polymers. In both seminars, Thermal Analysis of Polymers and Failure Analysis of Polymer Parts, the participants had the opportunity to gain a profound overview of the diverse methods, supplemented by insights into the practical implementation and interpretation of measurement […]

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  17APR 2024

  exchange program

  ESIREM Exchange Students at LKT

  Since April 2024, LKT hosts five international students from Ecole Supérieure d’Ingénieurs Numériques et Matériaux (ESIREM) in Dijon. During their four months internship at LKT, the students gain valuable insights into the current research activities of LKT and deepen their theoretical as well as practical knowledge about polymer technologies. The research areas reach from additive […]Since April 2024, LKT hosts five international students from Ecole Supérieure d’Ingénieurs Numériques et Matériaux (ESIREM) in Dijon. During their four months internship at LKT, the students gain valuable insights into the current research activities of LKT and deepen their theoretical as well as practical knowledge about polymer technologies. The research areas reach from additive […]

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  15APR 2024

  event

  38th Engelberg Polymer Technology Seminar

  The exchange of knowledge and insights on the latest trends and advances in the field of polymer technology was the focus of the 38th Engelberg Polymer Technology Seminar in March 2024, organized by LKT. During the seminar, professors from various universities, current and former employees of the institute and other experts from industry reported and […]The exchange of knowledge and insights on the latest trends and advances in the field of polymer technology was the focus of the 38th Engelberg Polymer Technology Seminar in March 2024, organized by LKT. During the seminar, professors from various universities, current and former employees of the institute and other experts from industry reported and […]

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  11JAN 2024

  event

  VDI talk in January 2024: Post-processing in the Additive Manufacturing

  In January 2024, an insightful talk of the hybrid lecture series “Polymers in Industry and Science” took place at LKT. The Polymer Technology Network of VDI Bayern Nordost organizes monthly talks to various aspects of polymer processing and application, ideal for mutual exchange of knowledge and the development of new collaborations.    The event on 11 […]In January 2024, an insightful talk of the hybrid lecture series “Polymers in Industry and Science” took place at LKT. The Polymer Technology Network of VDI Bayern Nordost organizes monthly talks to various aspects of polymer processing and application, ideal for mutual exchange of knowledge and the development of new collaborations.    The event on 11 […]

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  27NOV 2023

  event

  Eight students visit Siemens Healthineers

  Last week, eight students from the Max Weber Program, accompanied by their mentor Dietmar Drummer, had the wonderful opportunity to get to know the Magnetic Resonance Division of Siemens Healthineers. In addition to the theory of MRI, there was an exciting tour of the production facility, complemented by hands-on experience and measurements with an MRI. […]Last week, eight students from the Max Weber Program, accompanied by their mentor Dietmar Drummer, had the wonderful opportunity to get to know the Magnetic Resonance Division of Siemens Healthineers. In addition to the theory of MRI, there was an exciting tour of the production facility, complemented by hands-on experience and measurements with an MRI. […]

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  20NOV 2023

  news

  Brose-Preis 2023 for Anke Kaufmann

  We are happy to announce that Anke Kaufmann, scientific assistant at LKT, has received the WAK Brose-Preis 2023, an award from the Scientific Alliance of Polymer Technology, for her interdisciplinary Master’s thesis. Anke Kaufmann focussed on the characterization of polymer-based, hydrogel-forming composites, manufactured by Selective Laser Melting and usable as synthetic implants for cartilage reconstruction. Prof. Clemens Holzer as  well  as  founder Prof. Peter Weidinger from Brose presented the award, emphasizing the innovative approach discussed in the Master’s thesis. Congratulations!We are happy to announce that Anke Kaufmann, scientific assistant at LKT, has received the WAK Brose-Preis 2023, an award from the Scientific Alliance of Polymer Technology, for her interdisciplinary Master’s thesis. Anke Kaufmann focussed on the characterization of polymer-based, hydrogel-forming composites, manufactured by Selective Laser Melting and usable as synthetic implants for cartilage reconstruction. Prof. Clemens Holzer as  well  as  founder Prof. Peter Weidinger from Brose presented the award, emphasizing the innovative approach discussed in the Master’s thesis. Congratulations!

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  17OCT 2023

  exchange program

  International Exchange: Visit at ESIREM in France

  Since many years, there has been a regular student exchange in the form of a research stay between LKT and Ecole Supérieure d’Ingénieurs Numériques et Matériaux (ESIREM). French exchange students from ESIREM are invited to expand their knowledge about polymer technology in the various research areas at LKT.   In October 2023, four scientific assistants from […]Since many years, there has been a regular student exchange in the form of a research stay between LKT and Ecole Supérieure d’Ingénieurs Numériques et Matériaux (ESIREM). French exchange students from ESIREM are invited to expand their knowledge about polymer technology in the various research areas at LKT.   In October 2023, four scientific assistants from […]

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  30JUN 2023

  conference

  PPS Conference 2023

  We had the honor of presenting our latest research at the 38th International Conference of the Polymer Processing Society. Held in St. Gallen, Switzerland, from May 22-26. This international gathering of leading researchers, industry professionals and academics offered an exceptional platform for sharing knowledge and learning about the latest advances in polymer technology. Five exceptional […]We had the honor of presenting our latest research at the 38th International Conference of the Polymer Processing Society. Held in St. Gallen, Switzerland, from May 22-26. This international gathering of leading researchers, industry professionals and academics offered an exceptional platform for sharing knowledge and learning about the latest advances in polymer technology. Five exceptional […]

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  31MAY 2023

  event

  NETZSCH Future Days

        In the event of a fire, polymers can significantly contribute to heat generation and toxic gas emissions. To mitigate this risk, we have developed a revolutionary approach by modifying polymeric materials with flame retarding substances. These additives are meticulously designed to decrease flammability, flame spread, and toxic gas emissions. Florian Tomiak conducted extensive […]      In the event of a fire, polymers can significantly contribute to heat generation and toxic gas emissions. To mitigate this risk, we have developed a revolutionary approach by modifying polymeric materials with flame retarding substances. These additives are meticulously designed to decrease flammability, flame spread, and toxic gas emissions. Florian Tomiak conducted extensive […]

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  15MAY 2023

  anniversary

  Tim Osswald, 30th anniversary

  We are delighted to honor Prof. Prof. hon. Dr. Tim A. Osswald of the University of Wisconsin-Madison, USA, on the occasion of his 30th teaching anniversary at the Institute of Polymer Technology (LKT). Prof. Osswald, a distinguished figure in the field of Polymer Technology, has made significant contributions to both science and teaching throughout his […]We are delighted to honor Prof. Prof. hon. Dr. Tim A. Osswald of the University of Wisconsin-Madison, USA, on the occasion of his 30th teaching anniversary at the Institute of Polymer Technology (LKT). Prof. Osswald, a distinguished figure in the field of Polymer Technology, has made significant contributions to both science and teaching throughout his […]

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  01MAY 2023

  conference

  SHEMET 2023

  We are pleased to announce that we recently attended the SHEMET 2023 conference in Nuremberg, Germany.  Professor Drummer gave a keynote presentation on the potential of organosheets as a promising class of materials for function-integrated lightweight structures and circular economy. We’re also proud of our research assistant Julian Popp, who presented his research on the […]We are pleased to announce that we recently attended the SHEMET 2023 conference in Nuremberg, Germany.  Professor Drummer gave a keynote presentation on the potential of organosheets as a promising class of materials for function-integrated lightweight structures and circular economy. We’re also proud of our research assistant Julian Popp, who presented his research on the […]

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  27APR 2023

  diversity

  Girls’ Day at FAU: Exploring the Life Cycle of Polymers and Waste Management

  On April 27th, 2023, about 22 female students participated on Girls’ Day at the Technical Faculty of the FAU Erlangen-Nürnberg.On April 27th, 2023, about 22 female students participated on Girls’ Day at the Technical Faculty of the FAU Erlangen-Nürnberg.

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  26APR 2023

  event

  International Collaboration and Knowledge Exchange: Insights from the Visit of Colombian Research Group to the Institute of Polymer Technology (LKT)

  Research and development is the key to progress, and international collaboration and knowledge exchange play a key role in achieving breakthroughs in various fields of study. With this in mind, the Institute of Polymer Technology had the pleasure of hosting a 16-member research group from Colombia, from the Universidad Nacional de Colombia, led by Professor […]Research and development is the key to progress, and international collaboration and knowledge exchange play a key role in achieving breakthroughs in various fields of study. With this in mind, the Institute of Polymer Technology had the pleasure of hosting a 16-member research group from Colombia, from the Universidad Nacional de Colombia, led by Professor […]

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  24APR 2023

  conference

  Advancing Knowledge and Expertise in Additive Manufacturing

  The Institute of Polymer Technology is committed to advancing knowledge and expertise in the field of additive manufacturing. We are pleased to have participated in the 8th International Conference on Additive Technologies (iCAT 2023) in Maribor, Slovenia, where our team made significant contributions to the field.  Prof. Drummer and our team members Sandra Greiner and […]The Institute of Polymer Technology is committed to advancing knowledge and expertise in the field of additive manufacturing. We are pleased to have participated in the 8th International Conference on Additive Technologies (iCAT 2023) in Maribor, Slovenia, where our team made significant contributions to the field.  Prof. Drummer and our team members Sandra Greiner and […]

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  20APR 2023

  presentations

  VDI Jahrestagung Spritzgießen 2023 in Wiesbaden

  Uta Rösel, from our Institute of Polymer Technology LKT, recently presented her research on “Application of injection molding within the drive technology” at the VDI-Fachtagung Spritzgießen 2023, in Wiesbaden. Her work focuses on the use of polymer-bonded permanent magnets, which offer new possibilities in magnet applications and eliminate the need for rare earth as a […]Uta Rösel, from our Institute of Polymer Technology LKT, recently presented her research on “Application of injection molding within the drive technology” at the VDI-Fachtagung Spritzgießen 2023, in Wiesbaden. Her work focuses on the use of polymer-bonded permanent magnets, which offer new possibilities in magnet applications and eliminate the need for rare earth as a […]

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  11APR 2023

  exchange program

  ESIREM Exchange Students Join Polymer Technology Institute for Research Stay

  We welcome you to the LKT!We welcome you to the LKT!

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  01APR 2023

  news

  INFINITE Project concludes with successful development of new insulation system for stators 

  The project aimed to define a strategy for the reproducible production of the insulation of stators in thermoset injection molding.The project aimed to define a strategy for the reproducible production of the insulation of stators in thermoset injection molding.

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  29MAR 2023

  conference

  Optics-Conference in London

  Rebeca Natale, a researcher at the Institute of Polymer Technology, recently attended the Scholars 2nd Edition International Conference on Optics, Lasers and Photonics in London on March 27 and 28. She presented her study on improving the optical properties of achromatic lenses through different process conditions.  Achromatic lenses are critical components in various optical applications, […]Rebeca Natale, a researcher at the Institute of Polymer Technology, recently attended the Scholars 2nd Edition International Conference on Optics, Lasers and Photonics in London on March 27 and 28. She presented her study on improving the optical properties of achromatic lenses through different process conditions.  Achromatic lenses are critical components in various optical applications, […]

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  20MAR 2023

  event

  37th Engelberg Polymer Technology Seminar

  The 37th Engelberg Polymer Technology Seminar, organized by the Institute of Polymer Technology (LKT), was a highly anticipated event that provided a platform for researchers, professors, and industry experts to exchange knowledge, ideas, and insights on the latest trends and advancements in the field of polymer technology. The seminar included presentations from experts in the […]The 37th Engelberg Polymer Technology Seminar, organized by the Institute of Polymer Technology (LKT), was a highly anticipated event that provided a platform for researchers, professors, and industry experts to exchange knowledge, ideas, and insights on the latest trends and advancements in the field of polymer technology. The seminar included presentations from experts in the […]

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