Technische Universität Wien - Institute of Materials Science and Technology
Research at the Institute of Materials Science and Technology covers the entire spectrum of engineering materials going from metallic materials to polymers and ceramics and composite materials. Strong emphasis is laid on experimental investigation of materials behaviour, however, accompanied by sound physical modelling of the microstructure evolution during processing and service.
Technologies and competences
Core competences are the characterisation of engineering materials, particularly light metals, steels, polymers, polymer and metal matrix composites, and analyses of forming processes of metals and polymers. Relationships between microstructure and properties are also investigated.
| Fields of Activity | Research | Development | Production |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aircraft (complete) | |||
| Aircraft structures and parts | yes |
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| Engines | |||
| Cabin interiors and furnishing (incl. cargo hold) | |||
| Materials and manufacturing technologies | |||
| Cockpit equipment and aircraft electronics | |||
| Systems | |||
| Air traffic infrastructure and air traffic control applications | |||
| Ground test and training equipment | |||
| Airport infrastructure |
Products and services in aviation
- thermomechanical characterisation of Ti alloys for aerospace industry
- carbon fibre reinforced composites, metal matrix composites
- 3D microstructure of lightweight structural metals and composites
