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16.05.2012

University Rector Wilfried Müller Unequivocal on Civilian Clause

Statement on the debate surrounding research on military projects at the University of Bremen: The Rector of the University of Bremen, Prof. Wilfried Müller, supports unconditionally the so-called ‘Civilian Clause’, which was almost unanimously reaffirmed by the Academic Senate during its meeting on 25th January 2012. Quite independent of current media reports concerning a research project in... more »

15.05.2012

Automatic Identification of Damage to Vehicles

The growing need for mobility goes hand in hand with an increase in damage to the vehicles operated by car-rental and car-sharing enterprises. “Especially very minor damage tends to trigger disputes between rental companies and their customers – a problem that threatens to be a obstacle for future mobility concepts. Innovative electronic systems which automatically identify damage could be the... more »

07.05.2012

Bremen Research Engineers Successful Again!

“Forming” is the generic term for all manufacturing processes that involve the forming, or shaping, of metal and plastic materials. Currently, forming technology has to rely on lubricants to reduce friction and protect components from corrosion. For economic and ecological reasons, though, it would be better if we could dispense with the use of lubricants altogether. The future objective is to... more »