Prof. Dr.-Ing. Thomas Binder

Weight reduction and the development of new materials can lead to decisive cost reductions, provided they are consistently used in product development. Successful companies use optimization methods for this purpose. The module deals in detail with the theoretical basics of optimization. The selection of robust solutions that are insensitive to the scattering of manufacturing tolerances and environmental influences is discussed in detail. 

A second focal point is the topology optimization, with which innovative component forms suitable for the load can be developed. Topology optimization is a key technology to additive manufacturing, also known as 3D printing.