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Researchers at the Fraunhofer Institute for High-Speed Dynamics EMI use X-ray diagnostics in crash tests to visualise the behaviour of internal structures during an impact. At the 5th Dummy Crash Test Conference in Münster, they presented the first public X-ray crash test.

The German Navy and the Fraunhofer EMI have signed a cooperation agreement. The aim of the partnership is to foster close scientific and technical exchange and, if applicable, to initiate joint research and development activities.

Professor Werner Riedel, Chief Scientist Defence at the Fraunhofer Institute for High-Speed Dynamics, EMI, has received the prestigious Norman Jones Award.

Researchers from the Fraunhofer Institute for High-Speed Dynamics, Ernst-Mach-Institut, EMI have developed a technology that makes it possible to reclaim continuous carbon fibers from composite materials — without diminishing material quality. High-power lasers are used for local degradation of the matrix of multi-layered fiber-reinforced plastics at high temperatures. This method offers not only ecological benefits but also considerable economic potential.

Students from the Friedrich-Gymnasium in Freiburg, Germany, have designed a mini racing car. 3D-printed by the Fraunhofer Institute for High-Speed Dynamics EMI, it is light, stable and aerodynamically shaped. Ideal for high speeds.

The first Fraunhofer small satellite ERNST was successfully launched in last August. The satellite’s commissioning phase have been completed with all functions and subsystems verified.

Earth observation satellites collect large amounts of data, while transmission capacities to earth are limited. Special computers, known as Data Processing Units (DPUs), store, analyze and compress this data directly in the satellite - efficiently and reliably. DPUs are also being developed at the Fraunhofer Institute for High-Speed Dynamics, Ernst-Mach-Institut, EMI.

Storms, hail, rising floodwaters — extreme weather events have caused billions of euros in damage in recent years. In the ResCentric project, researchers from the Fraunhofer Institute for High-Speed Dynamics, Ernst-Mach-Institut, EMI have developed a simulation software that can identify risks associated with construction infrastructure, calculate the likelihood and costs of damage and pinpoint measures to protect property against climate-related risks. The focus is on the resilience of buildings.

Digital methods for data-driven design and virtual testing offer great potential in the development and production of new vehicles. Production times and costs can be significantly reduced. At the same time, data and knowledge engineering allows specialist knowledge to be preserved and used efficiently – especially with the help of AI.

Safety engineers and battery researchers from all over the world met at the »Safe Battery Experience« forum in Freiburg on October 15 and 16. Research and industry exchanged views on new developments, regulations and test procedures. One of the highlights was a tour of the Fraunhofer battery testing laboratories in Efringen-Kirchen.