Demonstrators
Tech4Fab-CrossS3 is not just a concept: it is embodied in seven concrete research demonstrators (RDs).
These demonstrators are the test beds where we propel emerging technologies from the conceptual stage to industrial application (TRL 7/8).
Each one is linked to one of our four major research themes and is designed to provide targeted responses to the challenges facing the industry today.
Theme 1
Improve the manufacturing speed/production cost ratio
Optimizing speed and costs is vital for the adoption of advanced manufacturing technologies. These demonstrators aim to make the production of complex parts faster and more economically viable.
Theme 2
Improving the surface finish of complex parts
Surface quality is an essential criterion in many cutting-edge applications. These demonstrators focus on finishing and post-processing technologies to achieve unparalleled levels of precision.
Theme 3
Increase efficiency by integrating new features
Additive manufacturing allows us to rethink product design itself. This theme explores how to integrate functions directly into the material itself to create more efficient and intelligent parts.
Theme 4
Improving circularity and optimizing feedstocks
The industry of tomorrow must be sustainable. This research area is dedicated to the circular economy, developing methods to reuse materials and optimize raw materials for additive manufacturing.
