Multi Material Micro Manufacture Network of Excellence - 4M

When polymer processing goes micro

Thu, 13 Nov 2008 09:02:28 +0000

Start: Nov 20 2008 - 09:00

End: Nov 20 2008 - 18:00

Timezone: Etc/GMT

Description:

Technology Day hosted by Plastipolis.

Presentations will be followed by a round table discussions.

General Introduction :
9h00 : What Micro-polymer processing ? Definitions, markets, processes and networks – C. Matthews, Cardiff University (UK)

Ultra-Precision Positioning Systems - piezo drive systems as a future enabling technology

Mon, 10 Nov 2008 12:09:55 +0000

Start: Nov 17 2008 - 14:00

End: Nov 17 2008 - 16:30

Timezone: Etc/GMT

Description:

In light of the ever increasing industry-driven demand for accurate positioning, this symposium discusses the state of the art of precise positioning systems, with a focus on recent developments and applications of piezoelectric driving technology. Piezoelectric positioning systems are gaining maturity, and have gradually evolved into interesting - but sometimes unknown - alternatives to conventionally driven systems in a multitude of automation, biomedical, manufacturing and metrological applications.

Micro/nano fabrication technologies based on new materials for sensors and micro-optics - a workshop.

Wed, 01 Oct 2008 15:35:25 +0000

Start: Oct 15 2008 - 09:00

End: Oct 15 2008 - 16:35

Timezone: Etc/GMT

Description:

The workshop will provide the opportunity to debate the scientific and technological development of new materials, micro and nanotechnologies for sensors and micro-optics, to initiate new RTD projects and to initiate new cooperations between industry and academics applications driven.
It will be also, a forums for the exchange and dissemination of information between universities, research centres and SMEs (from MS, NMS and ACC).

Polymers Processing Division meeting

Fri, 21 Dec 2007 11:18:24 +0000

Start: Feb 7 2008 - 10:00

End: Feb 8 2008 - 15:00

Timezone: Etc/GMT

Description:

Agenda

Day 1

12.00 Lunch

14.00 Status and Planning of New Deliverables (HoD, Task Leader)

D4.1(New): Report: Benchmarking of the European Microreplication situation in the global context. M48
D4.2.2 Hybrid Mould Insert produce between 4M Partners and Industrial Partners Industrial RR (month 36,D
delayed)
D4.3.1b Report Benchmarking Industrial Specifications and Requirements for HAR benchmark device and
compiling laser manufacturing techniques for improving sealing and packaging of HAR device (month 36,
R, RU)

4M annual Review Meeting, FZK, Germany

Thu, 09 Aug 2007 08:38:17 +0000

Start: Nov 15 2007 - 12:00

End: Nov 16 2007 - 13:00

Timezone: Etc/GMT

Description:

This meeting was originally going to encompass both the annual Governing Council of 4M and the Review by our EC officer. However, due to a very congested programme, the decision was made to use these dates only for the Review meeting. Following the Review a new date will be set for the Governing Council to meet.

4th Erlangen Workshop on Microforming

Wed, 11 Jul 2007 09:50:47 +0000

Start: Nov 27 2007 - 00:00

End: Nov 28 2007 - 00:00

Timezone: Etc/GMT

Description:

The 4th Erlangen workshop on Microforming supported by 4M NoE will be held in Erlangen, Germany on 27-28 November 2007.

We invite you cordially to attend the 4th Erlangen Workshop on Microforming, which is the second on European level under the umbrella of the European network 4M. There, you will get the opportunity for information on latest developments and to get into contact with colleagues from practice and research.

4M2007 Conference: Bulgaria: 3 - 5 October 2007

Fri, 29 Sep 2006 12:55:39 +0000

Start: Oct 3 2007 - 09:00

End: Oct 5 2007 - 13:00

Timezone: Etc/GMT

Description:

Aim and Themes

The main goal of the Conference is to provide a forum for experts from industry and academia to share the results of their in-depth investigations and engage in interdisciplinary discussions about the creation of micro-manufacturing capabilities. Papers are invited to present the latest advances in developing new processes and process chains for multi-material micro manufacture and their applications in microsystems-based products

Technologies for the manufacture of miniaturised moulded interconnect devices(MID)

Mon, 10 Nov 2008 11:42:20 +0000

Start: Nov 26 2008 - 09:00

End: Nov 26 2008 - 16:15

Timezone: Etc/GMT

Description:

Moulded interconnect devices (MIDs) are thermoplastic circuit carriers with a patterned surface metallization which combines mechanical and electrical functionalities on a single device.

Integration of micro metallic structures in polymer devices is a broad multi-disciplinary research field, consisting of various combinations of mechanical, chemical and physical fabrication methods. Some of these combinations have been known for years and have mostly been used for decorative purposes. Other combinations or methods are very new and developing. MIDs contain huge possibilities for many applications in micro electro-mechanical-systems because of their potential in reducing the number of components, process steps and finally in miniaturization of the product.

Workshop on Simulation of Powder Injection Moulding (PIM) - progress and expectation of industry

Mon, 22 Sep 2008 15:24:15 +0000

Start: Nov 21 2008 - 09:00

End: Nov 21 2008 - 17:00

Timezone: Etc/GMT

Description:

In order to reach the market in more complex parts, PIM industry requires the use of efficient simulation tools in order to set up the process of injection, debinding and sintering.

The development of bi-components PIM parts requires more urgently an accurate simulation. Indeed, due to the difference of shrinkage between both materials, macroscopic distortion and also internal stresses can easily appear and lead to
unacceptable parts for industrialisation.

Concurrent micro/nano processes and materials design - at MMLive

Mon, 22 Sep 2008 15:00:57 +0000

Start: Oct 22 2008 - 10:00

End: Oct 22 2008 - 16:00

Timezone: Etc/GMT

Description:

This workshop brings together researchers and industrial experts in micro/nano structuring and material processing technologies to discuss the viability of adopting a synergetic approach in the development of materials and corresponding technologies for their processing.

Multi-Material Micro-Manufacture of RF components - at MMLive

Mon, 22 Sep 2008 14:52:17 +0000

Start: Oct 21 2008 - 10:00

End: Oct 21 2008 - 14:45

Timezone: Etc/GMT

Description:

The aim of this workshop is to identify industrially perceived needs for the manufacture of a range of functional devices that incorporate microwave elements. By the means of a series of introductions and case-book examples, this sandpit aims to identify product exploitation gaps which recent technology advances can help to fill. The fabrication of microwave components using fabrication technologies available within the 4M network will be explored.

Workshop on Microdosing Systems

Mon, 18 Aug 2008 13:41:33 +0000

Start: Oct 28 2008 - 09:00

End: Oct 28 2008 - 15:50

Timezone: Etc/GMT

Description:

Micropumps - Research, Industrialistaion, Applications - a one day view into dynamic innovations

MiNaT: 4M HotSpot on integration in microcomponents

Wed, 13 Aug 2008 13:24:08 +0000

Start: Oct 9 2008 - 14:00

End: Oct 9 2008 - 16:30

Timezone: Etc/GMT

Description:

The 4M Network, in conjunction with the MINAM EG on Micro-components and Microsapient, has been awarded a slot in the HotSpots programme and is therefore organising a workshop on integration in micro-components.

MiNaT: industry-science dialogue

Thu, 03 Jul 2008 10:21:19 +0000

Start: Oct 7 2008 - 11:15

End: Oct 7 2008 - 16:15

Timezone: Etc/GMT

Description:

Organised by the European Platform for Micro- and Nano-manufacturing (MINAM), this session takes place alongside the MINAT trade fair.

4M at MMLive 2008

Thu, 03 Jul 2008 10:10:34 +0000

Start: Oct 21 2008 - 09:00

End: Oct 22 2008 - 16:00

Timezone: Etc/GMT

Description:

4M will have a stand at this micro manufacturing event which showcases technology for the production of quality micro parts. 4M will be on stand A7 in the exhibition - come and visit us and find out about the new 4M Association.