Latest News from the Division »Processes and Materials«

Our researchers use MESHFREE to develop new simulation approaches for complex maritime processes, alongside measurement systems for the non-destructive testing of composite materials. This makes it possible to simulate ship movements and wave interactions, for example, and to inspect hulls, decks and bonded joints for internal defects using terahertz and millimeter waves.

The battery factory of the future operates digitally: simulations guide the development of new cells, and sensors monitor production in real time. Researchers at Fraunhofer ITWM are developing methods to virtually model manufacturing processes and measure parameters during production. The team presents its solutions for processes and batteries at Battery Show Europe 2026.

Together with Fraunhofer IMWS, we are developing a simulation tool that makes the development of functionalized, recyclable components faster, more cost-effective, and more resource-efficient. In doing so, we are contributing our expertise in cross-scale simulation software.

International innovations and trends in the glass industry will be showcased at glasstec 2026 in Düsseldorf. The focus will be on solutions to current and future challenges.

Dr. Jörg Kuhnert and Dr. Almut Eisenträger from the »Processes and Materials« department will present the EU project »EVERGLASS« – in which MESHFREE is used for simulations – at the European Science Communication Institute’s booth.

The symposium of the Hofer Nonwovens Days provides a platform for exchanging ideas on current developments and challenges in the nonwovens industry.

Our colleagues from the »Flow Processes« department will be on site, presenting projects and products focusing on energy efficiency, sustainability, and simulation.

Dornbirn-GFC 2026 provides a platform for exchanging ideas on sustainability, new technologies, and trends in the global fiber, textile, and nonwovens industries.

Our colleagues Dr. Walter Arne and Dr. Manuel Ettmüller from the »Flow Processes« department are attending the event in person. In his presentation, Dr. Ettmüller will present physics-driven AI and visualization for optimizing the fiber melt-spinning process.