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More projects
Using R&D projects, we consistently develop additional fundamentals and innovations. Here, the focus is on the new and further development of technologies and processes. In addition to numerous internal projects, Grunewald is currently working in cooperative projects on the following topics:
Smartbot
Objective:
Within the framework of the SmartBot INTERREG IV A project, German and Dutch companies and scientific institutions are jointly working on developing robots that are equipped with various types of sensors (Multi-Sensor Robots). With the aid of multi-sensor robot platforms, complicated tasks requiring a great measure of precision can be carried out.Research time frame: 2011 to 2014
Project partners:
Axum Engineering, DLV Plant, Imotec, INCAS³, Irmato, Meyer Werft GmbH, Xsens, Amazonen-Werke, DFKI GmbH, Grimme Landmaschinenfabrik GmbH & Co. KG, Haake Technik GmbH, Productschap Akkerbouw, Tyker Technology BV, University of Twente, Wageningen University and Research, B. Strautmann & Söhne GmbH u. Co. KG, Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences (Fachhochschule Osnabrück), Grunewald GmbH & Co. KG, Luinstra, STODT, University of Groningen, Westphalian University of Applied Sciences (Westfälische Hochschule).
Project sponsor: Interreg – Deutschland Nederland / Internet: http://www.smartbot.eu[Translate to Englisch:]KESS-Tech, Eef-CFK
Objective:
The objective of the project is the cost-effective manufacturing of stringers and frames for aircraft manufacturing and the effective manufacturing technology for carbon fibre-reinforced components using the prepreg construction method.
Research time frame: 2011 to 2014
Project partners:
Premium Aerotec, 3D contech, SWMS, Fraunhofer IFAM, Cotesa, Jamco, Alpex, MTorres, Brötje Automation, MAG, FFT EDAG
Project sponsor: NBank / Internet: http://www.ifam.fraunhofer.de/de/Stade/FFM.html[Translate to Englisch:]Hybrid Casting
The objective of the project is to develop a composite casting [process] with an integral material connection of aluminium and steel to create connection nodes for a body done in hybrid construction. Research time frame: 2013 to 2015Project partners: Department for Lightweight Vehicle Construction (Lehrstuhl für Fahrzeugleichtbau), University of Siegen, Department for Surface and Materials Technology (Lehrstuhl für Oberflächen- und Werkstofftechnologie), University of Siegen.Project sponsor: Ziel2.NRW – NRW Bank /
[Translate to Englisch:]Pro Series
Objective:
The objective of the project is to develop intelligent tools and fixtures to lower investment-related barriers to industrialisation.
Research time frame: 2013 to 2015
Project partners:
Laboratory for Machine Tools and Production Engineering (WZL) of RWTH Aachen University, ISF RWTH Aachen, University of Applied Sciences Aachen, Imperia GmbH, Kirchhoff Automotive GmbH, CP Autosport GmbH, Aachener Werkzeugbau Akademie WBA, ZenTec Automotive GmbH, Bombardier Transportation, Streetscooter GmbH
Project sponsor:Ziel2.NRW – NRW Bank / Internet: http://www.wzl.rwth-aachen.de[Translate to Englisch:]Flexbody and electro-mobility
Objective:
Within the scope of the "Flexbody Project", Grunewald develops and produces thin-walled cast aluminium nodes for flexible [automotive] body applications that, with their specific connection geometry, are suited for the connection processes "welding" or also "infusion adhesion".
In addition, Grunewald supports Imperia Gmbh and Aachen University Applied Sciences in developing a specific electrical vehicle for "car sharing".
Research time frame: on-going
Project partners:
Imperia GmbH Aachen, F.W. Brökelmann Aluminiumwerk GmbH & Co. KG, LBBZ GmbH, FH Aachen
Project sponsor: Industrieprojekt / Internet: http://flexbody.net[Translate to Englisch:]Heat treatment of aluminium cast structural components
- Simulation and experimental examinations of the quenching process of an aluminium part made of G-AlSi7Mg for analysis and optimisation of the warping
- Research time frame: on-going
- Internal project