The joint initiative aims to accelerate the development of high-performance, fiber-reinforced vehicle components manufactured via HP-RTM. “Our objective is to produce load-bearing vehicle components that are more durable, lighter, and more cost-effective than conventional materials such as aluminum" explains Jasper Steffens, project manager at Fraunhofer ICT. A key focus of the collaboration is achieving short cycle times in series production, thereby demonstrating the efficiency and value of Proxxima™ systems-enabled composite components across all vehicle propulsion technologies.

The technology is now ready for industry engagement.

With the technology platform now ready for industry engagement, EMPSC and Fraunhofer ICT invite automotive manufacturers and suppliers of lightweight components to explore the capabilities of this Customer Collaboration Hub:

• Latest HP-RTM technology and state-of-the-art dosing system
• The Proxxima™ technology material development toolkit
• Advanced virtual methods for structural and manufacturing simulations

Industry stakeholders are encouraged to come and utilize the facility to explore, prototype, and learn with Proxxima™ systems, while benefiting from the world-leading expertise of the Fraunhofer ICT staff.

Special thanks to our teammates at Cannon Afros, FRIMO, and Simutence for contributing to this milestone.

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