Lightweight construction

Fiber composite technology enables very lightweight structural components for a wide variety of applications. One focus of current developments is the implementation of closed, automation-compatible and cost-efficient processes; another is the use of new materials.

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Research and Development Composite Technology/Lightweight

The IWK is the research and development partner for companies in the fields of fiber composite technology and lightweight construction. The Institute will develop fundamental solutions for problems of practical relevance.

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Lightweight injection molded integral foams

The thermoplastic foam injection moulding process has a high lightweight construction potential without losing rigidity. The process is particularly interesting for lightweight construction applications and is therefore being investigated at the IWK.

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Lightweight Design for Winners - Rear Frame of Motorcycle

Structural components are exposed to severe conditions in motocross sport and, as a result, are often made of die-cast metals. Despite this, intelligent lightweight design solutions can also be achieved for these applications us-ing high-quality performance polyamides. This is illustrated by the exa

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Composite Annulus Filler for Rolls-Royce Jet Engines

Together with FACC, IWK has developed a composite annulus filler for the next generation of Rolls-Royce jet engines. The part comes as metal replacement, thus saving weight and increasing safety, and is manufactured in a cost-efficient RTM process.

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Jun 14, 2023 - Jun 15, 2023 | Linz

ENGEL Mobility Days

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Jan 21, 2020 2:30 PM - 2:50 PM

Leichtbau durch Faserverbundtechnologie

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Jan 21, 2020 2:05 PM - 2:25 PM

Leichtbau mit Composites ist nicht immer leicht - SPE 20

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Oct 16, 2018 - Oct 20, 2018

Lightweight injection molded integral foams @Fakuma 18

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EMS-GRIVORY

EMS-GRIVORY - at Swissplastics / Expo hall 2, booth D2109

Domat/Ems, Switzerland

Swiss Plastics Expo

The Swiss Plastics Expo is the meeting place for everyone who works with plastics. Thanks to a unique combination of trade fair, symposium and networking, the plastics fair offers an overview of integral solutions for sustainable and efficient production in line with the highest standards.

Luzern, Switzerland

ENGEL

With nine production plants in Europe, North America and Asia, as well as subsidiaries and representatives in more than 85 countries, ENGEL has a global presence. From its foundation in 1945 to the present day, ENGEL has always been 100 percent family-owned.

Frauenfeld, Switzerland

IWK Institut für Werkstofftechnik und Kunststoffverarbeitung

IWK - the combination of science and practice for innovative solutions with modern materials, production processes and multi-material technology

Rapperswil-Jona, Switzerland