„In a constantly evolving world, it is the media technologies in particular that decisively fuel change.
Printing does not only look back on a long history but can also look forward to a promising future. New
developments and possibilities, like the printing of electronics, expand the traditional range of
applications considerably, thus strengthening the entire industry. Furthermore, competencies at the
interface between the printing industry and electronic media become increasingly important.“
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Arved C. Hübler, Head of pmTUC
Printed electronics, e.g.:
Press and process design
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Modification of existing presses, e.g. offset, gravure, flexo, screen and pad printing
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Adaptation, enhancement and development of printing methods and process parameters
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Design of laboratory presses
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Design of machine modules (e.g. for pre-treatment, inline measurement)
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Design and characterisation
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Device design and modelling
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Circuit design and simulation
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Online and offline measurement and characterisation
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Materials
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Formulation and adaption of functional inks based on electrically conductive, semiconductive, dielectric and piezoelectric polymers and nano materials
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Physicochemical characterisation (rheology, surface tension)
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Analysis of various printing substrates, e.g. paper, foils and textiles
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Devices
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Smart objects
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Sensors, photovoltaics, loudspeakers, displays
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Transitors, diodes, intregrated circuits
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Data memories, batteries, antennas
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Application development with industry partners
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Research projects on integrated multifunctional applications and development of new applications and product ideas for various branches, e.g. packaging, medical technology, energy, logistics, textiles
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Printing technology, e.g.:
Printing unit technologies
Development and adaption of hybrid techniques
Inking unit technologies
Adhesion problems
Web guiding control
Further areas, z.B.:
Document management, OCR
Color management
E-learning