Self-adapting, active-response mechanical systems - that is the goal of adaptronics. Where conventional mechatronic methods have reached their limits, this cross-disciplinary technology offers new possibilities. It integrates sensor and actuator functions into mechanical components or systems to improve their product features. Adaptronics is particularly useful in damping vibrations and reducing noise - for soundproof booths, machine casings, windows, rotor blades or textile machines, as well as in structurally integrated damage monitoring, form control or precision positioning.
The Fraunhofer Adaptronics Alliance (FAA) and the European Center for Adaptive Systems (ECAS) present the current state of this scientific field at Research & Technology (Hall 2, Stand D21). Based on examples such as a kayak paddle with a monitoring system, or a honing tool for combustion engine cylinders, the R&D centers present the variety of application possibilities offered by this technology.
Learn more at adaptronik.fraunhofer.de and ecas-europe.com.