BP1: Materials in processes: Description and image based simulation
Summary: Search for the key materials properties and process parameters affecting the fabrication of parts, through multiscale and multiphysics characterization and modeling.
BP2: Technology of non-conventional processes with glasses, metals and composite materials
Summary: Accounting for localized multiphysics involving an extremely large number of process parameters for describing complex and optimal process trajectories.
BP3 – Advanced real-time simulation of processes
Summary: PGD-based model reduction – Understanding physics and controlling processes from robust numerical simulation performed in real time on deployed platforms.
BP4 – Production robotics and bio-inspired robotics in the factory of the future
Summary: Development of a new generation of robotic systems for the factory of the future. Designing robots, control and sensing strategies to meet very high performances. Bio-inspiration as an approach to provide efficient locomotion and sensing skills.