Precise knowledge of process forces and energy conversions is essential for the further development of manufacturing processes. We are currently preparing the collection of meaningful measured values for an industrial project that is due to start soon. The aim of the project is to increase the energy efficiency of the machine tools used. We need your support in the metrological recording of the forces, temperatures and machine performance acting in the milling process.

You will support us with:

• PLC programming of measuring computers
• Installation of sensors (e.g. dynamometers, strain gauges, energy measurement technology)
• Carrying out and analysing test series

Ideally you have:

• Interest in machine technologies and control technology
• Knowledge of TwinCAT 3 or PLC programming

We are looking for support for investigations into the manufacture of metal-bonded diamond grinding tools with abrasive grain concentration gradients. You will determine the load on the grinding wheel with groove grinding of carbide tools and design the gradient accordingly. Milling tools are manufactured and used with significant influencing variables in production and their influence on the application behaviour of the tools. You will be directly involved in planning experiments, measuring results and analysing them.

You will support us with:

• Planning, conducting and analysing experiments
• Creating diagrams to visualise and communicate the results
• Classification of the results in the state of knowledge

Desirable skills and knowledge: 

• Independent and structured work is a matter of course for you
• Knowledge of production technology and materials science is required

Immerse yourself in the world of grinding tools and support us in the development and characterisation of innovative bonding systems. With us, you will pass through all stages of the process chain - from the manufacture to the application of the grinding tools - and gain insights into the latest industrial trends. You will work on projects that contribute to the development of new solutions in the grinding tool industry. If you would like to work in a dedicated team and help shape the future of grinding tool production, we look forward to receiving your application

Your tasks:

• Production and characterisation of grinding tools and test specimens
• Application investigation of grinding tools
• Development of new bonding systems and cutting materials
• Analysing and maintaining the collected data

Desirable skills and knowledge: 

• Independent and structured work
• Knowledge in the field of machining and materials science
• Interest in working in a laboratory and with a machine

Drives installed in machine tools cause heat loss during machining. This leads to an increase in temperature, which must be dissipated. Cooling units are currently used for this purpose, some of which are designed with large reserves. As part of your work, you will support us in identifying optimisation approaches for energy-efficient cooling. To this end, you will develop a comprehensive thermal system model of the spindle motor of a machine tool.

You will support us with:

• literature research on thermal relationships within machine tools
• designing a suitable thermal system model
• measuring the machine during operation
• interpretation and evaluation of the system model

Ideally you have:

• knowledge in the field of production engineering and thermodynamics
• experience in working with MATLAB
• independent and structured way of working

Titanium alloys are used in many high-performance applications due to their outstanding material properties. The manufacture of titanium components is challenging, especially when it comes to machining. Very high temperatures and a high oxygen affinity lead to a large number of chemical interactions during the processes. 

For this reason, oxygen-free titanium machining is being researched within a special research centre. The oxygen-free approach changes the chemical boundary conditions, which are now being researched. 

You support us with:

• identifying chemical reactions and interactions based on the starting materials, temperature and ambient atmosphere
• thermodynamic evaluation of the reactions
• assessing the material properties of the reaction products