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The research focus of the Bremen Institute for Metrology, Automation and Quality Science (BIMAQ) is the holistic investigation of optical measurement systems, which includes the design, realization, modelling, characterization and, finally, the application of novel measurement techniques. By applying a rigorous system-based analysis of the measurement systems, the limits of measurability and the respective uncertainty principles are investigated in order to determine and to surpass the limits of state-of-the-art approaches. Beyond pure measurement tasks, automation aspects and the application of quality controls is investigated as well. However, the core competence of BIMAQ is measurement system engineering, which is a key discipline for solving technical and overall social challenges.
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Measurement technology - Ready for take-off: Our SPP2433 takes off
In November 2024, the priority program “SPP 2433 - Measurement Technology on Flying Platforms”, funded by the German Research Foundation (DFG), will start under the direction of Prof. Fischer. In 19 individual and joint projects from all over Germany, research is being conducted into new measurement options that can be used in combination with drone systems. This will enable new automation solutions, for example for the inspection of wind turbines, bridges, bodies of water and volcanoes that are difficult to access, allowing measurement tasks that are dangerous for humans to be carried out more safely, quickly and in a way that conserves resources. This makes a contribution to people, society and industry, as well as to the climate and the environment - Made in Bremen!
Make measurable what is not so, today
In September 2024, the ConsoIidator Grant project “InOGeM - Indirect optical geometry measurement”, funded by the European Research Council (ERC), will enter its third year. The research project aims to make possible what was long considered impossible: optical measurements of microgeometries that behave uncooperatively in terms of measurement. Too little light reaches the sensor optics to measure the geometry with micrometer resolution. A paradigm shift is therefore taking place. Instead of directly measuring the optical response of the surface, the surrounding fluid (gas or liquid) is optically detected, thus indirectly inferring the geometry of the measurement object - regardless of the optical response behavior of the measurement object. The first experimental results now demonstrate for the first time measurement resolutions in the single-digit micrometer range as well as the potential for sub-micrometer resolutions. This has created the basis for a new class of measuring instruments that can be used universally for different materials and shapes. This measurement technology is also seen as key to the progress of manufacturing in order to enable more efficient and resource-saving products for the society and industry of tomorrow with a greater variety of materials and shapes.
Uncertain? - Don’t worry, just SMILE
The innovative Momentum project “Smile - Laboratory for sensitive machining of biological materials”, funded by the Volkswagen Foundation, has been launched in April 2024. Because: The material removal of biological and future materials is challenging. These materials are inhomogeneous and the knowledge of the material parameters is associated with a high degree of uncertainty. This is why, for example, drilling and screwing bones to fix complicated fractures requires a high degree of experience. In order to maximize the healing success, i.e. to precisely determine the material removal during drilling, the measurement technology and the production technology should grow together - into a sensory processing. To this end, the signals from several sensors are evaluated together in combination with previous knowledge. The intended result is less uncertainty, better chances of recovery and a smile - in other words, a real benefit for people and society.
Awarding of the Deutsche WindGuard Young Scientists Award 2023 for Measurement Technology, Automation and Quality Science
In 2023, the DWG Young Talent Award was presented for the seventh time at BIMAQ for outstanding student work at the Bremen Institute for Metrology, Automation and Quality Science (BIMAQ) in the Faculty of Production Engineering at the University of Bremen. The prize is intended to promote young engineers and is sponsored by Deutsche WindGuard GmbH (DWG).
In awarding the prize, particular emphasis was placed on progress for science, metrological system understanding and the relevance of the research results for practical measurement tasks. The award is associated with prize money of 500 euros per master thesis.
2023 the awards went to:
Master thesis: Philipp Thomaneck, M. Sc.
„Validierung eines ganzheitlichen bionischen Leichtbaudesigns für Verzahnungen hinsichtlich dynamischer Belastungen”
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Jobs
Doktorand:in, Wissenschaftliche:r Mitarbeiter:in (w/m/d) (Physik, Systems Engineering, Mechatronik, Produktionstechnik, Maschinenbau/Verfahrenstechnik, Elektrotechnik) ) im Forschungsgebiet Thermografische Detektion und Lokalisierung von Dynamic Stall
Treten bei einer sich verändernden Anströmung der Rotorblätter von Windenergieanlagen Strömungsablösungen auf, die zu erhöhten Geräuschemissionen führen, den Anlagenwirkungsgrad mindern und die Rotorblätter mechanisch belasten? Um das Auftreten dieses als...» more
Doktorand:in, Wissenschaftliche:r Mitarbeiter:in (w/m/d) (SE, Mechatronik, Maschinenbau, Verfahrenstechnik, PT, ET, Physik) für das Forschungsgebiet Optische Strömungsmesstechnik
Doktorand:in, Wissenschaftliche:r Mitarbeiter:in (w/m/d) (SE, Mechatronik, Maschinenbau, Verfahrenstechnik, PT, ET, Physik) für das Forschungsgebiet Optische Strömungsmesstechnik. Das BIMAQ beschäftigt sich mit optischen Messverfahren zur Erfassung von...» more
Doktorand:in, Wissenschaftliche:r Mitarbeiter:in (w/m/d) (Maschinenbau/Verfahrenstechnik, Mechatronik, Elektrotechnik, Physik) zum Forschungsthema Prozessnahe Strömungsmessungen bei der Kühlschmierstoffzufuhr in Schleifprozessen
An der Universität Bremen ist im Bremer Institut für Messtechnik, Automatisierung und Qualitätswissenschaft (BIMAQ), Fachbereich 4, Produktionstechnik zum nächstmöglichen Zeitpunkt eine Position als Doktorand:in, Wissenschaftliche:r Mitarbeiter:in (w/m/d)...» more