University News: Maschinenbau

International
International Master’s Program Trains Experts in Sustainable Production

Faculty of Mechanical Engineering at Chemnitz University of Technology cooperates with five universities in France, Italy, Norway and Slovenia - In the first semester, students start at the French École Nationale d'Ingénieurs de Saint-Étienne, in the third semester they can also transfer to Chemnitz University of Technology
Research
Funding in the Millions for Cutting-Edge Research in the Field of Heating and Cooling Technology: DFG Establishes New Research Unit Under the Leadership of Chemnitz University of Technology

Important contribution to more efficient heat pumps: The German Research Foundation has decided to establish the "Archimedes" research unit, which for the first time is developing an easy-to-use calculation model for "oil-refrigerant mixtures" used in heating and cooling technology - Spokesman of the research unit, which is funded with around four million euros, is Professor Markus Richter from Chemnitz University of Technology
Study
Deutschlandticket Upgrade Becomes Easier, More Flexible, and Digital for Students

Following successful negotiations by the StuRa of Chemnitz University of Technology, the procedure for the Deutschlandticket Upgrade for students with the student annual ticket will improve from the winter semester 2023/2024
International
Scientists from Chemnitz University of Technology promoted the research and innovation location of Chemnitz in Japan and deepened existing collaborations

Prof. Dr. Georgeta Salvan, Prof. Dr. Thomas von Unwerth, and Prof. Dr. Stefan Schulz from Chemnitz University of Technology accompanied the saxonian Minister for Economic Affairs, Martin Dulig, on his delegation trip to Japan
Study
"O-Phase" Prepares Students for Their Studies

Orientation week from October 2 to 6, 2023 aims to support first-semester students at Chemnitz University of Technology with numerous events and information offers
Campus
A Very Special New Research Building for Chemnitz University of Technology

Foundation stone laid for new Electron Microscopy Center, which will provide access to the latest technologies and methods of materials research, in the university's Erfenschlager Straße 73 campus
Research
Innovation in and for Lusatia

Four-university research center for climate-neutral circular economy at Schwarze Pumpe sets the benchmark for sustainable production and climate-proofing
Alumni
"Communication and building mutual trust are the be-all and end-all of my work"

TUC graduate Ingo Gebhardt is the head of the smallest, at the same time youngest and first international high school in the city of Chemnitz
Campus
Chemnitz University of Technology Raises Rainbow Flags for Christopher Street Day

On the "Chemnitz Christopher Street Day 2023", Chemnitz University of Technology raises the rainbow flag on all its flagpoles, once again making a statement for tolerance, diversity, and openness to the world
Study
More time left for learning during the examination period

During the period from July 16 to August 12, 2023, the University Library opens each day from 9 am until midnight
Campus
TUCsommernacht in a Special Atmosphere

About 1,800 guests, including students from other cities, experienced a sociable evening with hot rhythms in the courtyard of the Böttcher-Bau of the university
International
Across Seasonal Schools 2023 open for application now
Research
Largest German Innovation Network for Extended Reality Launched

27 partners from science and industry under the leadership of the University of Technology Chemnitz want to develop new technologies and applications in the field of immersive and spatial computing
Campus
Chemnitz University of Technology Invites You to TUCsommernacht

The 4th TUCsommernacht entices with dance music, cool beats, and good mood under the open sky on July 1, 2023
Research
„1.000 days of University Library“ – a nice reason for celebration

The University Library of Chemnitz University of Technology celebrates on June 28, 2023 – this means 1.000 days after its move to the “Old Spinning Mill” – this jubilee together with its neighbors and invites all staff members and students of Chemnitz University of Technology as well as the general public to join
Research
Breakthrough in Understanding Charge Transport in Organic Solar Cells

Research led by Chemnitz University of Technology reveals electronic defect landscape in organic solar cells and describes the density of states of these cells for the first time using a power law – publication in the prestigious journal Physical Review Letters
Events
Meeting Complex Challenges with Diversity

For the first Diversity Day at Chemnitz University of Technology, representatives engaged in conversations with students and staff – Over 200 ideas and suggestions for future diversity design were contributed by those interested
Research
Telepresence interaction is intended to create interpersonal closeness and connectedness

Research group coordinated by Chemnitz University of Technology is working on solutions for the combined use of virtual reality and telepresence robotics to improve the sense of social presence of distant persons in real environments.
Campus
Motivated and Committed to Becoming a Fairtrade University

A steering group has been formed at Chemnitz University of Technology that coordinates activities around fair trade on the way to becoming a Fairtrade University and beyond
Culture
Film music and musical melodies in the lecture hall

Musical bridging between Bavaria and Saxony: Würzburg Project Orchestra gives a guest performance at the TU Chemnitz on June 8, 2023