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Current research projects of the Institute of Transport and Automation Technology

Transport Technology

Automation Technology

  • SELFLED - Selective fluorescence microscopy of single cells based on highly integrated microLED arrays
    The joint research project SELFLED is working on a new type of miniaturized illumination unit for fluorescence microscopy. Optical simulations and algorithms will be used to design microlens arrays that influence the beam level of microLEDs in such a way that individual cell samples can be selectively illuminated and examined.
    Led by: M. Sc. Anna-Lena Fritze
    Year: 2024
    Funding: BMBF
    Duration: 01.01.2024 - 31.12.2026
  • AME 2.0 - New development of a 3D printer for quality-optimized additive manufacturing of rubber-based moulded parts
    The Additive Manufacturing of Elastomers- (AME)-process from the previous Elastomer-3D project is being optimized as part of this project. A new 3D printer is being developed for this purpose, which will be used especially for additive manufacturing of industrial components.
    Led by: M. Sc. Sebastian Leineweber
    Year: 2024
    Funding: German Aerospace Center (DLR)
    Duration: 01.04.2024 - 31.03.2026
  • AI-based Process Optimization for Cost Reduction in Belt Manufacturing
    As part of a cooperation project with an internationally active company in the conveyor belt industry, an AI-based assistance system for belt production is being developed. The goal is the intelligent integration of expert knowledge and machine data to increase quality and efficiency through data-driven process optimization.
    Led by: M. Sc. Johannes Fritze
    Year: 2025
    Duration: 01.03.2025 - 30.06.2027
  • AI-based real-time process control of the rubber mixing process
    The aim of this research project is to develop an AI-based control system that optimises the rubber mixing process and thereby improves the quality of the finished rubber compound.
    Led by: M. Sc. Tom-Moritz Schindler
    Year: 2025
    Duration: 01.06.2025 - 31.05.2028
  • KraNavi
    The research project "KraNavi" aims to develop an augmented reality (AR)-based assistance system for autonomous transport using overhead cranes. Intuitive control via voice and gestures is intended to significantly simplify operation. Another goal is to prevent accidents caused by operating errors. An environment recognition system identifies and classifies objects, people, and obstacles in real time and provides the operator with all relevant information using AR.
    Led by: M. Sc. Anna-Lena Fritze
    Year: 2025
    Funding: IGF
    Duration: 01.08.2025 - 31.07.2027
  • DIPONI - Digitial transformation in the context of polymer processing: Interoperability and machine learning solutions to optimization processes and increase sustainability in industrial settings
    Following on from the previous DigitRubber and InsuKa projects, DIPONI will complete the digitalization, monitoring and optimization of conventional rubber processing methods. The project focuses on extending the existing control AI to the entire process so that fully autonomous process monitoring can be guaranteed.
    Led by: M. Sc. Felix Wentzien
    Year: 2025
    Funding: BMBF
    Duration: 01.05.2025 - 30.04.2029

Optronics

  • PhoenixD - Flexographic printing of optical networks
    The PhoenixD research vision is to implement precision optical systems resource and cost-effectively by using additive manufacturing technology. For this purpose, researchers from mechanical engineering, physics, electrical engineering, computer science and chemistry intend to work together on the simulation, production and application of optical systems. So far, such systems usually consist of glass-based components tediously assembled in small batches, often even by hand. Experts from the various disciplines will aim to work together on a digitized production system that can realize individualized products. In this subproject, the production of planar optical network structures is being researched. For this purpose, a classic printing processes, the flexo printing, is used to enable a cost-effective production.
    Led by: M. Sc. Jonathan Pleuß
    Year: 2019
    Duration: 01.01.2019 - 31.12.2025
  • PhoenixD - Electrical integration of optical networks
    Implementing optical precision systems quickly and cost-effectively using additive manufacturing: This is the vision of PhoenixD. In this subproject, research is conducted on the production of planar optical network structures. The optical coupling of the light sources to the optical waveguide, which is printed or dispensed, for example, is one of the research questions to be solved. Here, precise mounting and alignment to the end face of the waveguide is of enormous importance.
    Led by: M. Sc. Laura Fütterer
    Year: 2019
    Duration: 01.01.2019 - 31.12.2025
  • 3D-MosquitOprint
    3D-MosquitOprint researches the integration of optically transparent waveguides in cavities on three-dimensional circuit carriers. The manufacturing process is based on the Mosquito method, in which a light-conducting core is dispensed into a liquid cladding polymer. Afterwards, the structure is cured by UV light. For use as electro-optical hybrid components, there are also investigations into efficient coupling between manufactured waveguides and diodes. For this purpose, the end surfaces are prepared and assembled with diodes.
    Led by: M. Sc. Laura Fütterer
    Year: 2022
    Funding: AiF (IGF)
    Duration: 01.07.2022 - 30.06.2024
  • FlexBiPOF - Flexo-printed Coupling System for Bidirectional Operation of Polymer Optical Fibres
    The aim of this research project is to develop an optical transceiver that makes it possible to operate a polymer optical fibre (POF) in two communication directions. This requires a waveguide element that is produced additively by flexography.
    Led by: M. Sc. Janka Kirstein
    Year: 2024
    Funding: ZIM
    Duration: 01.05.2024 - 30.04.2026

Production in Space

  • Interferometry with entangled atoms in space
    In this project, the entanglement of atoms in microgravity is measured using a robust and compact atomic sensor. The main goal is to demonstrate interferometric sensitivity beyond the standard quantum limit in microgravity.
    Led by: M. Sc. Alexander Heidt
    Year: 2021
    Funding: German Aerospace Center (DLR)
    Duration: 01.09.2021 - 31.12.2024
  • Laser-based additive manufacturing of metal parts from powder in microgravity
    The aim of this research project is the development of a laser-based additive manufacturing process for the production of metal parts from powder in microgravity. The approach is based on the "Laser Metal Deposition" (LMD) process known for earth gravity.
    Led by: M. Sc. Marvin Raupert
    Year: 2021
    Funding: DFG
    Duration: 07.2021 - 06.2024
  • Dark Energy Search with Atom Interferometry in the Einstein-Elevator
    The collaboration DESIRE uses the free-fall simulator Einstein-Elevator for dark energy search with atom interferometry. For this purpose the apparatus MAIUS-A will be reconstructed with a specialized test mass and afterwards operated in microgravity.
    Led by: M. Sc. Alexander Heidt
    Year: 2021
    Funding: German Aerospace Center (DLR)
    Duration: 01.04.2021 - 31.03.2024
  • Hannover Center for Microgravity Research
    The focus of the DFG-funded research center "Hannover Center for Microgravity Research" is the establishment of an administrative service and management structure for the Einstein-Elevator. This should enable effective use of the Einstein-Elevator, also for external scientists.
    Led by: Dr.-Ing. Christoph Lotz
    Year: 2022
    Funding: DFG
    Duration: 01.01.2022 - 31.12.2024
  • Levitated Magnets for Quantum Metrology
    This project aims at a systematic investigation of sensors based on levitated micromagnets, which allow to measure ultra-low torques and magnetic fields, demonstrating an unprecedented energy resolution.
    Led by: M. Sc. Alexander Heidt
    Year: 2022
    Funding: QuantERA Project of the EU (DFG)
    Duration: 01.01.2022 - 31.12.2024
  • Development of a multi-user facility for quantum experiments in the Einstein-Elevator by integrating an ISS express rack
    The project aims to develop a multi-user express rack that serves as an interface between the Einstein-Elevator and the scientific experiments on the ISS and is based on the standardized sizes of the International Standard Payload Rack (ISPR). Technical specifications such as power supply, communication systems, and cooling must be adapted to the special environmental conditions of the Einstein-Elevator to support and validate current and future ISS research projects efficiently.
    Led by: M. Sc. Marvin Raupert
    Year: 2024
    Funding: QuantumFrontiers
    Duration: 01.07.2024 - 31.12.2024
  • Microgravity Assembly for Acceleration Testing
    The aim of this research project is to develop a module that records and evaluates microgravity data within an Orbital Paradigm orbiter. The orbiter is to be used within low Earth orbit.
    Led by: M. Sc. Richard Sperling
    Year: 2024
    Duration: 01.06.2024 - 31.12.2026

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