Research Laboratory
© IKVTopic of the work:
The use of release agent-free demoulding in the production of foamed and fiber-reinforced PUR and EP lightweight components offers considerable potential for reducing CO₂ and increasing efficiency. First, global component classes, application scenarios and market and production figures are identified in order to assess the overall potential of release agent-free processes. This research laboratory concentrates exclusively on the research and structuring part and thus lays the data basis for subsequent PCA analyses.
Objective:
The aim of the research laboratory is to compile a structured overview of relevant component classes and international market and production figures for foamed and fiber-reinforced PUR and EP lightweight components. Based on this, promising application scenarios and component classes are to be identified in which the introduction of release agent-free demolding promises particularly high CO₂ savings and efficiency potential.
Your task:
- Familiarization with the manufacturing processes for foamed and fiber-reinforced PUR and EP lightweight components considered in the project
- Systematic research of international market and production figures for relevant lightweight components (e.g. automotive, commercial vehicle, energy, industrial applications)
- Structuring of the identified components into component classes and application scenarios as well as description of the underlying manufacturing processes with a focus on release agent-based demolding
- Derivation of initial statements on the overall potential of CO₂ reduction and efficiency increase through release agent-free demolding and preparation of the data for later transfer to process chain models
Your profile:
- Basic knowledge of process analysis
- Interest in sustainability-oriented studies with regard to CO₂ reduction and increased efficiency
- Independent and structured way of working
Preferred study programs:
- Mechanical engineering / industrial engineering, specialising in mechanical engineering
- Automation technology
- General mechanical engineering
- Computational Engineering Science (CES)
- Industrial engineering, specialising in materials and process engineering
- Environmental engineering
If you are interested in a student research project at IKV and in this exciting task, we look forward to hearing from you. The exact scope of the content and the schedule will be individually coordinated with you so that the work is optimally suited to your interests and previous knowledge.