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A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | I | J | K | L | M | N | O | P | Q | R | S | T | U | V | W | X | Y | Z Automation And Control Programming Details in the near future Automation Systems Details in the near future Automation Machine Design Details in the near future CAD / CAM Details in the near future Cell Culturing Typically cells are fed nutrients and incubated for a period of time until there is a sizeable growth of them; then the culture is split into subcultures, and the process is repeated. They can be used for different types of laboratory experiments. FhCMI has been involved in the following areas: biocompatibility testing of materials using cells; and obtaining cell death information using MTT assays. Clean Room Service Clean room work is conducted in an environment where air quality, temperature and humidity are highly regulated in order to protect sensitive equipment from contamination. The air in a clean room is repeatedly filtered to remove dust particles and other impurities that can damage the production of highly sensitive technologies. Clean room technologies that Fraunhofer has experience in include: photolithography, soft lithography, deep reactive ion etching (DRIE), reactive ion etching (RIE) and e-beam lithography. Complex Machining Details in the near future Control Engineering / Programming Details in the near future Data Acquisition And Control Details in the near future Design for Manufacturing (DFM) Details in the near future Electromechanical Design Details in the near future Electromechanical System Design Details in the near future Electronics Details in the near future Fabrication FhCMI has the ability to fabricate parts ranging from simple brackets to complicated fiber optic coupling machines and all the components within. Inhouse fabrication processes include: milling, turning and diamond machining. Fiber Optic Automation At FhCMI we have
developed machinery to automate many labor intensive processes including: Field Service Details in the near future Finite Element Analysis Details in the near future High Precision Mechanical Design Details in the near future High Precision Motion Control Details in the near future Machine Design Details in the near future Materials Properties Details in the near future Mechanical Design - Biotech Applications Details in the near future Mechanical Design - Semiconductor Applications Details in the near future Mechanism Simulation Details in the near future MEMS Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems (MEMS) promises to revolutionize nearly every product category by bringing together silicon-based microelectronics with micromachining technology, making possible the realization of a complete systems-on-a-chip. Fraunhofer has significant experience in developing microsystems and smart products, augmenting the computational ability of microelectronics with the perception and control capabilities of microsensors and microactuators. This is extending their applications into biotechnology, drug discovery, telecommunication, and infrared imaging. Metrology (the science of measuring) FhCMI has a sub-micron resolution measuring apparatus capable of inspecting features such as height, depth, radius of arcs and concentricity. Milling / Turning FhCMI workshop includes: •
The Chiron, a 3 axis 40 hp vertical milling machine with 25 µm
accuracy. Our machines give an opportunity for manufacturing plants to simulate production variables such as speeds, tool wear and feeds without bringing their machines offline. This analysis is helpful in their efforts for continuous process improvement. Optics Details in the near future Part Design / Production Design work is conducted using ProEngineer, AutoCAD, and Solid Works 3D solid modeling workstations. The latest in engineering software is also available to simulate production operations and to support finite element, structural, and thermal analysis as required. Photolithography Fraunhofer has developed a novel 3D manufacturing approach to the rapid processing of freeform multi-layer microstructures using a scanning laser system. This technique combines the best features of photolithography techniques in multi-layer processing with the versatility of existing 3D prototyping technologies. It enables laser pulsing spot-by-spot for both in-plane and out-of-plane processing. With this process, a new class of 3D microstructures can be rapidly prototyped with designed-in physical, electrical or biologically-compatible properties. Process Development Details in the near future Process Optimization & Quality Control Details in the near future Process Simulation Details in the near future Product Development Including electromechanical design, rapid prototyping, DFM/DFA studies, machining, and precision engineering/micromachining services. Programming Details in the near future Project Management Boston University and Fraunhofer’s Center for Manufacturing Innovation have assembled an experienced project team that has the unique technical and management capabilities for successful completion of the proposed development effort. Typical projects begin with process development and include process analysis, state of the art technology review and benchmarking against industry standards, test set-up and procedure preparation, testing and process optimization, and recommendations for automation. All of these steps are conducted with a view towards flexible systems that are both cost effective and meet the production needs of our clients. Servo Control Details in the near future Software Development Details in the near future Ultra Precision Machining (also known as diamond machining) Fraunhofer
designed and built a machine capable of nanometer precision. This
unique milling and turning design allows for more complex features
within parts.
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