University News: Maschinenbau

International
City rally, Guided Tour of the Kaßberg and Welcome Party

The orientation week for more than 400 newly enrolled international students of TU Chemnitz finished with a welcome dinner
Research
Third-party Funding: TU Chemnitz Nationwide Among the Top Ten

The university was able to procure more than 74 million euros in 2014 – The TU Chemnitz is in 7th place nationwide based on proceeds per professor
Research
Textile Innovation for Bicycles

A team of founders at the TU Chemnitz want to make bicycles even lighter with spokes made from high-tech fibers
Research
MERGE going to Brazil for International Networking

Scientists from the Cluster of Excellence MERGE introduce their current research results at the 7th Brazilian-German Frontiers and Science(BRAGFOST) Symposium in Campinas
Culture
Free Admission for Chemnitz Students

Beginning October 1, 2016, the Kulturticket (Culture Ticket) will take effect – free tickets to museums – and Theater fans can hope for last-minute seats
Events
When Chemnitz Throws a Party, the Uni is Right in the Middle

The TU Chemnitz participates in the Chemnitz City Festival on August 27, 2016 with a variety of different entertainment acts and offers
Sports
Ready, Set, Run for the Uni

On September 7, 2016, the TU Chemnitz has the chance to recapture the title of “Most Athletic Company” at the WiC Firmenlauf (company run) – Late deciders can still register until August 26
Research
Prize-winning Idea Put into Practice

Stefan Uhlmann of the Professorship of Lightweight Structures and Polymer Technology developed a new testing device to determine the bulk density and pourability of granules
Research
High-Precision Machining in Microcosmic Dimensions

TU Chemnitz’ Professorship Micromanufacturing Technology puts a new high-precision machining center into operation, focused on development and manufacture of functional surfaces
Events
Summer, Sun, Support - Writing Week

From August 22 through 26, TU Chemnitz students have the chance to work on their writing projects together – the Writing Week offers both structural and content-related assistance
Sports
Swimming the Strait of Gibraltar

Defying the currents and his own limitations: In September, Joseph Heß will face the challenge of swimming from Spain to Morocco
Campus
Living the Life on Campus

Students in Chemnitz enjoy living on campus - In the ten TU Chemnitz dormitories, there are 1,800 beds in single apartments, doubles or apartments shared among multiple people
Events
Premiere of the “International Entrepreneurship Night”

Students from all over the world present their business ideas to the public on July 6, 2016 at the TU Chemnitz and meet with entrepreneurship experts
Research
Flood Control Made Easy

Scientists at the TU Chemnitz have developed a temporary system to control floodwaters – the key is a textile membrane which holds back water and diverts the active forces
Campus
“Gautschfest” Makes a Splash on the Campus Grounds

The 21st day of June, 2016 A.D.: Institute for Print and Media Technology maintains ancient tradition and initiates new members into the printers’ society
People
New TU Chemnitz Rector Elected

Extended Senate of the Technische Universität Chemnitz voted to elect political scientist Prof. Dr. Gerd Strohmeier
Research
It’s the Little Things that Matter

Focus on Nanoscience: the first “NANO-TECH” Summer School helps to intensify the TU Chemnitz’s cooperation with the Arabic world
Campus
Excellent Marks for the University in Chemnitz

CHE Ranking: the TU Chemnitz is the right choice for anyone seeking a quick and well-supported study program at a university which excels in research
Campus
Chemnitz continues to offer the most affordable flatshares for students

A market research institute compared rental costs for flatshares in more than 120 german university cities at the start of the 2016 summer semester – Chemnitz is just above the 200 Euro mark
History
100 Years of Women Studying in Chemnitz

Where just three women began, today more than 5,089 women are enrolled - various grants and promotions have helped to increase the representation of women at the TU Chemnitz