Production Technologies

Innovative production technologies are key to securing the future of the German economy –across sectors such as automotive and mechanical engineering, as well as the chemical, pharmaceutical, electrical, metal, and wood processing industries. We integrate cutting-edge interdisciplinary research across mechanical engineering, materials science, and chemistry, considering the entire process from start to finish.

Technically relevant chemical compounds are produced using innovative catalytic and industrially scalable processes. From these, we develop customized materials with optimal properties and an overall low ecological footprint, such as polymers, ceramics, metals, and composites.

We use modern processes such as additive manufacturing, laser-based processes, and machine learning throughout the entire production chain. This allows us to establish a holistic circular economy, where materials are processed efficiently and with minimal resource consumption. We optimize production systems and work on industrial robots that operate autonomously in cooperation with humans in factories. We ensure quality with micro-optical testing systems and improve production flow with innovative logistics concepts.

Partnerships with large industrial companies, hidden champions, and start-ups enable us to apply our excellent basic research in a targeted and cross-sector manner in industrial practice.

With our research- and application-oriented courses, we prepare young engineers and scientists for the challenges they will face in business and society.