R&D CAPABILITY

Technische Universität Dresden (TU Dresden) is one of the leading and most dynamic universities in Germany. The Institute of Lightweight Engineering and Polymer Technology (ILK) of TU Dresden is composed from a diverse staff of 240 people. The institution focuses on conducting comprehensive research and taking over multiple projects in the field of source-saving lightweight constructions with high material and energy efficiency. 

ILK follows the moto of “function-integrative system lightweight engineering in multi-material design” and aims for excellence in Lightweight Design, based on a cross-materials and cross-product approach. ILK scientists try to take into consideration the entire development chain of engineering: material – design – simulation – manufacturing – component – quality assurance – costs, when developing new concepts, processes or products. 

ROLE IN THE PROJECT

In the COMP-ECO project, ILK will focus on developing methods for designing and testing multifunctional composites and smart structures. 

At the same time, TU Dresden aims to strengthen the scientific and non-scientific competencies of the Polish partners.  ILK and the European Project Centre (EPC) will organise a series of workshops providing state-of-the-art training in multifunctional composites and research management, respectively.

ILK will support the next generation of Polish technology leaders in this field by offering externships and temporary positions at TU Dresden for young and senior researchers.