On March 14, 2024, the 3rd Lightweight Construction Network Meeting Berlin Brandenburg took place in Lusatia. Focusing on the topic of "Lightweight construction companies and projects in Lusatia", the event in cooperation with the 18th Cottbus Lightweight Construction Workshop offered an in-depth insight into innovative technologies and regional developments. With a varied program, the meeting attracted numerous experts, scientists and entrepreneurs.
A versatile program
The day began with a warm welcome at the start-up center Starting block B2which presented itself as a vibrant hub for start-ups and innovations. Exciting projects were presented here that made it clear how important Lusatia is as a location for lightweight construction and sustainable technologies.
One of the stations led to the Institute for Lightweight Construction and Value Chain Managementwhere the Department of Polymer-based Lightweight Construction presented its latest research work. Particularly impressive was a demonstration of fiber-based materials that could be groundbreaking for both mechanical engineering and mobility. The use of such technologies promises considerable savings in resource consumption and an increase in efficiency.
Another highlight was the visit to the chesco - Center for Hybrid Electric Systems Cottbuswhere the future of alternative drive systems in the mobility sector became tangible. The hybrid and electric systems presented met with lively interest and led to stimulating discussions about the role of lightweight construction in the energy efficiency of modern vehicles.
At the end of the tour, the Forster SMT GmbH with its expertise in the production of high-precision fiber composite solutions. The tour of the production facilities offered an exciting insight into the practical implementation of lightweight construction innovations.
Networking and funding opportunities
In addition to the specialist presentations and guided tours, the network meeting also provided valuable information on current funding programs. Experts were on hand to answer participants' individual questions and discuss possible collaborations. The relaxed atmosphere during the breaks invited intensive discussions and forged new connections between the participants.
The 18th Cottbus lightweight construction workshop
The crowning finale of the day was the 18th Cottbus Lightweight Construction Workshopwhich directly followed the network meeting. Here, the latest findings and best practice examples were exchanged in scientific lectures and practical presentations. The discussions during the workshop once again underlined the importance of the Lusatia region as an innovation hub for lightweight construction.
Conclusion
The 3rd Network Meeting Lightweight Construction Berlin Brandenburg was a complete success. The successful combination of project presentations, practical relevance and networking created an inspiring atmosphere that delighted all participants. It was particularly impressive to see how consistently the Lusatia region focuses on future-oriented technologies and promotes the exchange between research, business and politics. The date for the next network meeting is already firmly in the diaries of many of those present.
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