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weiss10712Expertise

Fakuma 5 Hall, Booth 5212

Bruno White, Managing Partner of White Plastics LtdIllertissen

Increasingly in vehicles and mobile machinery metal parts are replaced with sophisticated plastic components and complex assemblies. This saves cost and weight, however, requires a very high production-technical know-how in plastics processing.

weiss20712Every gram counts - this is the main motto of the automotive lightweighting. At the same time, the extreme demands of the OEM of durability and reliability are met even under adverse environmental conditions. Of course, the costs also play an important role. Under these circumstances, we make intensive development work to provide the automotive suppliers and manufacturers lightweight components made of highly durable nylon available.

The use of chain tensioners from high-performance plastic is already standard in many modern engines. Even under the very unfavorable conditions, such as engine heat and abrasion caused by the fast moving chain, this well-proven components and contributing to weight savings.

However will affect the production of these components require very high production-technical know-how. The thermally stabilized plastic requires a very narrow processing window and can not be sheared. Partly as metallic components such as threaded bolts can also be processed. Compared to a metal chain tensioner manufactured by us save the component around 30 percent weight, without restriction of function or durability, and at no extra cost.

Based on this experience we have developed a variety of other plastic components with, replace the existing metal structures. This applies for example for the housing of an electronic transmission control system, and for very complex components, which are used in a pneumatic suspension system for commercial vehicles. Here was an existing cast aluminum component as a template, after which the molded part has been developed. The weight saving is around 20 to 30 percent, the cost of housing have been reduced to a third.

Among the current projects that we are pursuing with customers in the automotive industry, including the joint development of sensor housings for automotive and truck chassis and the optimization of crash-resistant body structures by stiffening of 2K (two-component) components. In all cases previously used metal components can be substituted. The manufacturer saves weight, so that the driver saves fuel.

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Applied Research

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An electro-optically active liquid crystals set the course for the light Tuesday, 12. March 2013 08: 04 Fiberglass as optical transmission media ensures maximum data rates over long distances and are unrivaled today in public communications networks. To use the full potential of optical fiber, optical switches and modulators can be used which will bundle the different optical signals and channel. The Fraunhofer Institute for Photonic Microsystems IPMS in Dresden developed optical switches and modulators based on electro-optical waveguides in special liquid crystals. These liquid crystals react not only very sensitive to electric fields. read more
Transversal projects of research institutions of East Westphalia-Lippe Monday 04. March 2013 13: 35 Cover story in five interdisciplinary projects Top cluster OWL (East Westphalia-Lippe) provide application-oriented research institutions willing results of advanced research for the company. Covers the areas of self-optimization, human-computer interaction, intelligent networks, energy efficiency and system engineering will be covered. This paper presents the various Forschungsprojete: read more
Intelligent manufacturing of reliable copper bonding connections Wednesday 13. February 2013 08: 48 Research Report in mechanical engineering and automotive engineering to control current and voltage through the power semiconductor modules and connected. The electrical connection of the individual electrodes in these modules is via so-called bonding connections. The research project "Itsowl-Incub" under the lead of Hesse GmbH deals with the production of reliable copper bonding compounds to replace the aluminum compounds due to their limited physical properties. read more

Automobile

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World's first plastic motor mount in a new Mercedes GL-Class Tuesday, 07. May 2013 08: 35 Daimler built the world's first plastic motor mount in the six-cylinder diesel engine of the new Mercedes GL-Class. Compared with the previous aluminum support provides the same durable plastic component better acoustic properties, high heat insulation and a significant weight advantage. The component, which supports the engine on the engine mount is composed of Ultramid A3WG10 CR, a particularly highly reinforced and optimized for high mechanical loads specialty polyamide from BASF. read more
Test IP-based data communication protocol in the car Thursday, 25. April 2013 04: 52 Ruetz is now "TTsuite 1.3.0" a new, enhanced version of the easy-to-use test platform. The qualified system integrator for automotive data communications has added to the test system, various functions such as the IP protocol-based testing and generating test cases from acquired data (capture and replay). In addition, a test supplemented Development Kit (TDK) is available. read more
Twice as far as electric drive with a lithium-sulfur batteries Wednesday 03. April 2013 08: 59 Research Report have electric cars are still in a difficult position on Germany's roads. The cars are too expensive and their range is too low. But now a breakthrough in performance, cost lithium-sulfur battery has succeeded: it is much more efficient and cheaper than the previously-known lithium-ion version. But so far, it is because of their short lifetime to find yet in the car. That could change in the near future. Scientists at the Fraunhofer Institute for Material and Beam Technology IWS in Dresden have now developed a new battery design that recharges the lithium-sulfur battery is increased by a factor of seven. read more

Renewable Energies

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Modular enclosure technology for energy storage modules Thursday, 16. May 2013 08: 48 Intersolar B2 Hall, Booth 426 The performance of renewable energy is significantly increased in conjunction with energy storage systems. For the safe containment of memory modules, such as lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries, Rittal prior art solutions for energy storage cabinets. Through the use of standard components, the possibility of scaling and modular expansion cabinet solutions that provide a suitable platform for the development of energy storage. As the latest solutions look like, which have already proven many times in practice, the company presented with standardized infrastructure solutions based on its TS 8 cabinet system. read more
Bio-sensor to determine the correct type of oil Tuesday 30. April 2013 13: 35 The new Bioölsensor the Argo-Hytos was designed for the qualification of oils used in agriculture and forestry. It is used in applications where you want to ensure that bio-oils are used exclusively. To determine which type of oil is in the tank of the plant, the oil condition sensor "LubCos H2O +" is used. The sensor is supplied complete with battery and optical display in a rugged carrying case. read more
Pumps and valves for first straw power plant in Germany Thursday, 18. April 2013 12: 32 For the first biomass power plant in Germany, exclusively fired with straw, KSB supplied numerous pumps and valves. The plant is located in Emlichheim on a company that will produce its process heat in the future with the energy straw location. In addition to numerous high-and low-pressure fittings that come at various points in the steam cycle used, the manufacturer Frankenthaler also supplied two boiler feed pumps. read more

Medical Technology

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Optimal microscope imaging during surgery due to capacitive sensor Monday 22. April 2013 16: 21 In surgery a perfect view of the surgical field is essential. At this point, the physician is often supported by a surgical microscope. To maintain the field of view of the microscope, stable, a high-precision capacitance sensor is used. The optics of the operating microscope is mounted on tripod long arms. This allows the surgeon the best possible positioning of the microscope and the operating crew freedom of movement. The long boom requires constant correction on the hinges to keep the vision and focus range of the microscope for the physician stable. This is the capacitive measuring system "Capa NCDT 6019"By Micro-Epsilon employed. read more
LED and laser light for small cross sections in medical Tuesday 16. April 2013 13: 43 LEDs have been developed in recent years due to their longevity and energy efficiency while color fidelity many applications and displaced incandescent and discharge lamps often from traditional applications. For coupling into small fiber cross-sections, the conventional semiconductor-based solutions, however, were usually not equivalent. Today powerful laser diodes penetrate into areas that were previously reserved xenon discharge lamps. Medical, life science and endoscopy will benefit. In close cooperation with users Volpi new LED and laser-based high-output modules for coupling in fiber cross-sections of up 125 700 microns developed. read more
3D technology was introduced into the medical endoscopy Tuesday, 26. March 2013 07: 05 Case Study 17 Hannover Messe Hall, Booth D55 Less invasive, minimally invasive procedures, for example, laparoscopy (laparoscopy) are without high resolution imaging method is inconceivable. Two-dimensional, ie areal view inside the body are going back many years in endoscopy. Three-dimensional images, as known from the cinema remained, the surgeon long denied. The new Laparoskopiesystem "Einstein vision" of Schölly Fiberoptic, together with the built-in handle high-precision drive technology PI (Physik Instrumente) Micos for atraumatischere surgical world. read more

Microsystem Technology

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Smallest miniature sensor for accurate distance measurements Wednesday, 15. May 2013 08: 30 With the inductive analog sensor IWFM 05U9701 / S05 hat Baumer expanded its portfolio of miniaturized sensors. Thanks to its compact design with 5 5 x mm x 32 it can even be installed in very tight spaces. This sensor is derkleinste rectangular inductive sensor with analogue output measurement worldwide. Its small size allows distance measurements in applications that were not possible until then, and indeed anywhere where a sensor with a cylindrical housing is too long. read more
Micro chains with double stroke system for tight spaces Tree Thursday, 18. April 2013 12: 19 Has a new kit Igus its micro chains for small space retread: Due to constructive refinements such as the double stop system or the brake is "Micro E2"More stable and quieter than their predecessors. During the E-Chain E2.15 was an increase in the possible additional load to 100% can be achieved. Using an unsupported length of the upper run of up to 1,25 m thus offer new possibilities in the smallest of spaces. read more
Electroless nickel / gold surface for printed circuit boards Wednesday 17. April 2013 09: 04 Beta now in the PCB layout provides pool next HAL surface also Electroless Nickel / Immersion Gold (ENIG - Electroless Nickel Immersion Gold) for super flat pads on. With layer thicknesses of up 4 8 micron nickel and 0,07 0,1 micron gold to the surface due to Enig-high planarity, good aging stability, suitability for soldering and bonding as well as a contact surface for easy tasks honors. Chemically Nickel/Gold- solderable surfaces are multiple and are frequently used in applications with very fine structures, as they are becoming more common due to the miniaturization of the components. read more

Mobile Working Machines

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Power Modules automotive qualification for the highest power density Tuesday, 14. May 2013 14: 28 Infineon introduces a new series of "Econo dual" 3 IGBT modules that are qualified according to automotive standards. The new portfolio aimed specifically at applications in commercial and construction vehicles as well as agricultural vehicles where reliability is an important criterion. The qualification requirements in accordance with automotive means, among other things, that the modules have a significantly improved robustness against thermal cycling and shock, while a new, softer freewheeling diode additionally improves the EMC behavior. read more
Energy-efficient variable displacement axial fan drive improves in Construction Sunday 07. April 2013 12: 02 Bauma A4 Hall, Booth 319 / 414 The holistic approach helps Rexroth 4EE (Rexroth for Energy Efficiency) manufacturers to use their equipment to optimally with effective use of energy. With flexible solutions and consulting to manufacturers to optimize both current series of vehicles as well as design new models to meet, for example, the animal 4 standard. At the fair, Bosch Rexroth, as with the Axial Variable A1VO can achieve this goal. read more
Density rotation systems for construction and in extreme missions Wednesday 27. March 2013 09: 58 bauma Hall A4 stand 214 Alpha Gymnastics shows the newly developed standard program to build rotors that are available in three sizes depending 10 AR, AR and AR 15 25 of tons of excavators available. The integrated 4-point bearing absorbs all axial and radial forces and the resulting tilting. By the mechanical separation of the main storage and the hydraulic rotary joint tightness is ensured even in extreme missions for a long time. The fixing screws for mounting and receiving devices are constructed so that they have an optimal elongation length and thereby can not solve during the operation. read more