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  • AP plasma nozzle for the local coating of electrical assemblies
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    AP plasma nozzle for the local coating of electrical assemblies

    AGING PROTECTION THROUGH INNOVATIVE ATMOSPHERIC PRESSURE PLASMA COATINGS | Electronic components and assemblies are not only exposed to mechanical stresses during operation but also to harmful environmental influences such as humidity, temperature fluctuations, and particularly corrosive media. These factors can significantly impair the reliability and lifespan of electronics, often leading to costly repairs or failures. Here, Fraunhofer IFAM offers an innovative solution: ultra-thin atmospheric pressure (AP) plasma protective coatings. These coatings provide reliable protection against aging and environmental damage, improve performance, and simultaneously contribute to more sustainable manufacturing.

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  • EFFICIENT PLASMA COATING WITH CUSTOMIZED NOZZLES | Inline Coating with Atmospheric Pressure Plasmas has established itself as a sustainable solution in industrial manufacturing. This technology offers, for example, environmentally friendly corrosion protection and enables secure adhesion of adhesives and paints – all without the use of harmful primers. Each industrial application scenario presents individual challenges: from coating width and accessibility of complex, three-dimensional components to the treatment of temperature-sensitive materials. At Fraunhofer IFAM, customized nozzle heads are developed to flexibly address these varying requirements.

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  • ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY PLASMA COATINGS OPTIMIZE THE ELECTRICAL INSULATION OF COMPONENTS | In modern electronics manufacturing, reliable and efficient insulation solutions are indispensable. They protect electronic components from unwanted electrical contact, harmful environmental influences, and premature aging. Plasma-polymer thin-film systems are PFAS- and halogene-free and offer optimized solutions in this context. These technological innovations combine advanced material properties with a sustainable manufacturing process, providing an attractive alternative to conventional insulation methods such as potting compounds and lacquer systems. At Fraunhofer IFAM, plasma technology is used to produce ultra-thin, partial-discharge-resistant layers in the micro- and sub-micrometer range, significantly enhancing the performance and longevity of electronic components.

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  • ROBOT-ASSISTED SURFACE PRE-TREATMENT FOR SERIES PRODUCTION | In modern process chains, multi-axis gantry systems and industrial robots are indispensable. At Fraunhofer IFAM, this potential is utilized to develop tailored solutions for industrial surface pre-treatment. Thanks to the available robotic technology, we can optimally support our customers from laboratory trials and feasibility studies to the complete manufacturing process.

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  • Rotor for electric motor with glued-on magnets - detail (provided by SEW Eurodrive GmbH & Co. KG)
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    Rotor für Elektromotor mit aufgeklebten Magneten - Detail (zur Verfügung gestellt von der SEW Eurodrive GmbH & Co. KG)

    ANALYSIS OF ADHESIVE PROPERTIES IMPROVES THE BONDING PROCESS - AND LAYS THE FOUNDATIONS FOR DEBONDING AND RECYCLING | As different as each adhesive manufacturing process is, so are the requirements for the used adhesive or the bond. If you are looking for a suitable adhesive for your manufacturing process or are already working with a specific adhesive and would like to test its specific properties, you will find the right partner in Fraunhofer IFAM. The experts at Fraunhofer IFAM have specialized in being able to analyze and determine the processing and final properties of a wide variety of adhesives.

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    DRY PRODUCTION OF POLYMER-BASED SOLID-STATE ELECTROLYTES | The solid-state battery (ASSB) is one of the next-generation technologies that could replace conventional lithium-ion batteries in the future due to its high energy density. The current challenge is scaling up the manufacturing processes for the individual battery components (e.g. the solid-state electrolyte). Fraunhofer IFAM is researching the solvent-free and therefore dry process route of polymer-based solid-state electrolytes by means of extrusion. The continuous mode of operation promises to implement an uninterrupted processing method in production chains. In addition, extrusion not only offers the possibility of producing on a kilogram scale, but also of reducing potential process costs by eliminating subsequent drying steps.

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  • Samples after performance of peel test
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    Samples after performance of peel test: Cohesive fracture in the adhesive film (left) and adhesive fracture due to a release film at the surface

    Sealants are used in a wide variety of industries, such as the aerospace industry or automotive and shipbuilding. Depending on the application - e.g. in the fuel tank, for edge sealing, as interfay or overcoating - they have to meet specific requirements. Sealants must therefore be individually developed, tested, and approved. Fraunhofer IFAM has many years of practical experience in this area. The focus is on the selection of pretreatment, bonding agents, and sealants for the specific application, as well as their testing and qualification. Our institute offers support in the appropriate selection and performance of the necessary material tests.

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    YOUR GRID CONNECTION DOES NOT ALLOW FAST CHARGING? | At Fraunhofer IFAM, simulation calculations can be used to consider and analyse the effects on the entire energy system associated with the installation of charging infrastructure.

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  • REAL LABORATORY WITH CHARGING STATIONS, STORAGE SYSTEMS AND PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEMS | Due to the massive market ramp-up of e-vehicles, controlled charging is playing an increasingly important role. Without this "intelligent intervention", the available (connection) capacities will be heavily loaded or, in the worst case, even overloaded when a certain number of e-vehicles are to be charged. This in turn results in the need to expand capacities or pay for energy purchase peaks. But this does not have to be the case: The real laboratory of Fraunhofer IFAM offers the possibility to test and analyze intelligent load and energy management systems for charging infrastructure in combination with storage systems and photovoltaic systems in order to achieve optimal system design and reliable system operation. The real laboratory can be individually adapted and operated to any test scenarios.

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  • Demonstratorbauteil für additive Fertigung durch 3D-Siebdruck

    Demonstratorbauteil für additive Fertigung durch 3D-Siebdruck

    We cover the complete value chain for the additive processes we have available at Fraunhofer IFAM – from the creation of 3D data models, through manufacturing, to final processing and inspection of the components.

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