High Performance Center Simulation and Software Based Innovation

The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft uses High-Performance Centers to pursue the goal of sustainable location development. The Fraunhofer concept is based on existing cooperation with relevant players from the world of science and regional networking with industry. All dimensions are included: Research and teaching, promotion of young talent, overarching infrastructures, innovation and transfer in SMEs and large companies.

Cooperation between companies, universities and research institutions in Kaiserslautern has been institutionalized in the Simulation and Software-based Innovation Performance Center since 2016 and has significantly expanded existing collaborations and transfer measures. The science city of Kaiserslautern offers a unique infrastructure in Germany in the field of applied IT research and, in particular, hardware, software and network-based digital technologies, which is demonstrated by a wide range of coordinated activities and the joint presence of regional companies and institutions under the umbrella of SIAK e.V. (Science and Innovation Alliance Kaiserslautern). The concept sees itself as an instrument for securing innovation and exploitation-oriented excellence in key topics for selected regions.

Our Research

Our work is divided into different modules. In our research and development labs (R&D-Labs), we pursue a methodical approach and develop new concepts and algorithms. We then make these basic technologies available to our transfer centers. The centers are actively involved in projects in collaboration with business partners from various sectors. Finally, we pool the expertise and technologies acquired from the transfer centers and R&D-Labs in our strategic transfer fields. There we address socially and economically relevant future topics together with our partners.

Upcoming Events

 

Fraunhofer ITWM, Kaiserslautern / Workshop / 03.06.2024 – 07.06.2024

Math-Talent-School Girls-Camp 2024

The MINT-EC-Math-Talent-School is aimed at schoolgirls who would like to gain an insight into the professional world of mathematicians and would like to exchange ideas with other interested parties. What is applied mathematics anyway?

Experience it for yourself and register by 31.03.2024!

 

Fraunhofer ITWM / Kaiserslautern / Conference / 10. – 12.03.2024

14. Terahertz Young Scientists Meeting

The event offers young terahertz researchers the opportunity to exchange ideas and present their work in a friendly and international atmosphere.

This event is organized by the Fraunhofer Institute for Industrial Mathematics in cooperation with the University of Kaiserslautern-Landau (RPTU).

 

Kaiserslautern, Fraunhofer ITWM / Workshop / 12.03. – 13.03.2024

Workshop Terahertz Technology and Applications 2024

Terahertz technology has proven to be a valuable tool for applications in diagnostics, measurement and testing. However, the industrial use of this technology raises some difficult questions. Theworkshop promotes the exchange of knowledge and experience between science and industry

 

RPTU / Kaiserslautern / Konferenz / 13.–14.03.2024

Internationales Commercial Vehicle Technology Symposium

The conference is all about new developments in the commercial vehicle industry. In addition to 40 lectures and poster presentations, there will also be a specialist exhibition by companies and a dedicated vehicle exhibition.
The Fraunhofer ITWM and Fraunhofer IESE will also be represented with presentations.

 

Blick über den Tellerrand / Hybrid Talk / 19.03.2024

»The Democracy of Bees«

Prof. Dr. Dr. Thomas Lengauer, Director Emeritus at the Max Planck Institute for Informatics in Saarbrücken, talks about Thomas Seeley's book »Honeybee Democracy«. It is primarily about the intelligence of a bee colony.

This lecture is in German.

 

Fraunhofer IESE / Seminar, Online and presence / 18.–21.03. / 17. – 20.06 / 04.– 07.11.2024

Safeguarding Artificial Intelligence

We provide an overview of the state of the art to ensure Artificial Intelligence (AI) security;

Dates 2024:

  • 18.03. - 21.03.2024, Online
  • 17.06. - 20.06.2024, Kaiserslautern
  • 04.11. - 07.11.2024, Online
 

Fraunhofer IESE / Seminar / 19.–21.03.2024

Systems und Software Product Line Engineering

The »Systems and Software Product Line Engineering« seminar is aimed at anyone who wants or needs to make systems engineering and software development faster, cheaper and better. 

 

 

Ideenwald / Forum / 20.03.2024

Ideenwald Crowdforum 2024

Shaping the future together! The Crowdforum is all about start-ups, new ideas and innovation. Participants can expect exciting presentations and discussions about the possibilities of new technologies such as ChatGPT, leadership challenges and much more.

Registrations are possible until March 19.

 

Fraunhofer IESE / Seminar / 09.– 12.04.2024 / 19.– 22.11.2024

Software Architecture

The aim of the »Software Architecture« seminar is to train participants in the typical activities of an architect. The seminar is a three-day classroom training course that can be extended by two additional days to deepen knowledge.

Next dates:

  • 09.04. – 12.04.2024
  • 19.11. – 22.11.2024

 

IVW, Kaiserslautern / Workshop /10.–12.04..2024

Leibniz MMS Days 2024

Together with the Leibniz Research Network »Mathematical Modelling and Simulation (MMS)«, the Leibniz-Institute for Composite Materials (IVW) is organizing the »Leibniz MMS Days1 at the Kaiserslautern site for the first time this year. Participants can look forward to exciting presentations and an exchange with other researchers, and this year there will also be an MMS Science Slam!
Registrations are open until February 9, 2024.

More Seminars for Research and Science 2024

More Previous Events 2024

Latest News From Our Research

 

Fraunhofer ITWM / Press Release / 05.03.2024

Digital Twin for All Process Steps in Battery Production

Optimizing batteries is one of the most important tasks for industry and science. At the Fraunhofer ITWM, the simulation of battery models has been part of day-to-day business for years. The Ministry of Science and Health is now supporting a new project that models the entire manufacturing process.

 

Fraunhofer IESE / Press Release / 29.02.2024

AI Diagnostic Support for Rare Diseases

Together with the University Hospital Frankfurt and the Technical University of Dresden, Fraunhofer IESE »SATURN« is working on an AI application to improve the diagnosis of rare diseases. The technology can make diagnostic suggestions based on expert knowledge and clinical data and thus support doctors and patients.

 

 

DFKI / Press Release / 22.02.2024

Federal Minister Volker Wissing at DFKI

From crop yield forecasts to trace analysis or an intelligent corporate memory. During his visit, Federal Minister for Digital Affairs and Transport Volker Wissing learned more about the numerous application and research possibilities that are to be further promoted within the new Ai-test center.

 

KOMMS / Press Release / 18.02.2024

Komms Modelling Week in Gerolstein

From the 18th to 23 February, 36 students in years 10, 11 and 12 from all over Rhineland-Palatinate came together for the Felix Klein Modelling Week. At Gerolstein Youth Hostel, they learn how to solve problems using mathematical modelling and computer simulations based on authentic problems from professional practice.

 

High Performance Centre Simulation and Software Based Innovation / Press Release / 15.02.2024

Zai Müller-Zhang is the new Deputy Managing Director

After six years, Dr Matthias Jung is leaving his position as Deputy Director of our High-Performance Centre due to his professorship in Computer Engineering at the University of Würzburg. His successor, Zai Müller-Zhang, intends to focus on the development of new methods and the transfer of results to industry.

 

RPTU / Press Release / 25.01.2024

Eye Tracking Technology Helps to Improve Learning Processes

Dr. Stefan Rutzika's team from the Department of Mathematics at RPTU Kaiserslautern investigated the use of the eye-tracking technique in several studies. This involves recording the eye movements of pupils as they work on various tasks. The results can be used to improve learning systems so that they adapt to the individual strengths and weaknesses of the learner.

 

DFKI / Press release / 18.01.2024

New Project »FAIRe« started

The use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on mobile devices has so far been less efficient due to limited computing power, storage space and power supply. To change this, DFKI is working together with the French computer science institute Inria on a new approach to reduce model size and computing effort by using »Frugal AI«.

 

DFKI / Press release / 14.12.2023

rbb Podcast: »AI – and now?«

In the latest episode of the rbb podcast »AI – and now? How we want to live artificial intelligence«, Nadia Kailouli and DFKI expert Aljoscha Burchardt discuss AI and the current shortage of skilled workers. What will happen to the skilled trades when computers become part of more and more areas of our everyday lives?

Entrepreneurship

 

From the Idea to the Start-Up – The Foundation Office of RPTU & HS Kaiserslautern is at Your Side!

The Foundation Office is a central point of contact for all students, employees, founders and alumni of University of Kaiserslautern-Landau and the University of Applied Sciences as well as the surrounding research institutes. If you want to develop or expand an idea or would like more knowledge on the topic of start-ups, the Foundation Office offers you free support in the form of coaching, workshops, network meetings and much more. Click here and get to know them!

 

IDEENWALD Pathfinder: The Digital Course Offering Helps You Find Your Path in the Start-up Network

The digital courses on the »Pfadfinder« e-learning platform will help you by providing you with essential foundation knowledge and practical know-how from the network and start-ups. From brainstorming and business plans to registration, every stage of the start-up process is covered. In addition to offers for general idea generation, there are also special courses for doctoral students and internationals. Take a look at the topics of the e-learning courses here and find your own path.