cover the essential current
and future needs in the field of
manufacturing and industrial production.
RESEARCH LINES
Micro-Technology and Ultra-Precision
Advanced precision engineering: from micro-manufacturing to the machining of large parts
The research line in Microtechnology and Ultra-precision aims to develop machines, systems and manufacturing processes for parts with submicron dimensions and tolerances. Specifically it works in the three activity areas below: ultra-precision actuation and guidance systems with macro and micro applications, clamping and handling systems for microtechnologies and design and development of manufacturing processes for parts in the micron range.
In 2009, the Microtechnology and Ultra-precision line started the development of two micro-manufacturing prototypes: the micro-miller and the micro fibre laser. Both were presented at the 2010 BIEMH, they achieved far higher production performance than that specified at their conception.
- Mechatronics and ultra-precision.
- Development of hydrostatic, hydrodynamic and aerostatic guides and bearings.
- Design and manufacturing of ultra-precision machines and parts.
- Development of submicron positioning systems by means of flexible mechanisms.
- Development of sealing joints with active fluids.
- Development of flexible tools with magnetorheological liquids.
- Development of intelligent auto-compensated guidance systems.
