INCUBATOR SMART SYSTEMS
Smart products for the future
The Smart Systems Incubator promotes the development of smart system solutions
They park cars autonomously and optimise production processes: Smart systems collect and analyse data, make predictions and intelligent decisions. They are a central component of Industry 4.0, which refers to the networking and digital exchange of data between machines and people in real time.
Would you like to know if your idea for a smart project has potential or how you can implement it? The Smart Systems Incubator at the Chair of Manufacturing Systems at Ruhr-Universität Bochum advises and guides you throughout the entire start-up process. The close collaboration with the RUB/IGM Centre of Cooperation guarantees real-world relevance and a holistic approach: the advisory process involves not only technical expertise, but also matters of work organisation and design.
THE LFF OFFERS EXTENSIVE EQUIPMENT:
- Modern laboratories and measurement technology
- Machine tools
- IT infrastructure of a smart factory
- Many demonstrators for production digitization
- Industrial robots
- Seminar rooms
On a floor space of more than 2000 m², research, teaching and training can be conducted and industrial cooperation can be implemented. The structure of the LFF is based on a small or medium-sized enterprise (SME) and is therefore oriented towards a production environment that is as close to reality as possible. Here, prototypes can be produced with great precision and tested directly in the production environment.
SUPPORT
- We help you to identify areas of application for new smart system solutions.
- We accompany you to key events at home and abroad.
- We provide holistic consultancy throughout the entire start-up process.
DEVELOPMENT
The infrastructure and equipment of our incubator is ideal for rapidly developing, producing and testing prototypes. With our own 3D printers, CAD mice, a 5G system and much more, we provide you with the best possible support for implementing your individual idea.
- We provide an innovative technical infrastructure.
- We support you in designing, implementing and evaluating test series.
- We help you to develop and produce prototypes.
WORKSHOPS
During the development of a prototype, there are important aspects that need to be considered at this stage for the subsequent product development process. As part of our workshop series on prototype development, we would like to teach you about the various stages of the start-up process, starting with the initial idea, through to the first implementation of a prototype and compliance with basic guidelines in the certification process. What you can expect:
- you will learn about the application of design thinking in the innovation process,
- be informed about various manufacturing technologies,
- produce your own prototype,
- receive an introduction to the topic of certification processes, whereby you will deepen your knowledge using an exemplary certification.
The next workshop will take place in November 2024.
In our free online workshop "Employee participation", you can find out about the opportunities for involving your (future) employees in your (future) company in a participatory way. You can find more information here.
NETWORK
- We help you identify market potential and develop the right business model.
- We support you in certifying your ideas according to industry standards.
- We put you in touch with companies and contacts in our network.
TRAINING PROGRAMS
For teams from our start-up consultancy, we offer the possibility of an individual five-hour training course on certification processes by our expert for CE certification, Hardy Köckemann. A must for all teams who would like to offer hardware - feel free to contact us!
INQUIRIES
You are already in contact with our team and you have an idea that you would like to realize by creating a prototype? Do not hesitate to contact us via email: wsc-smart-systems(at)lps.rub.de. We will be happy to schedule an appointment. Our team of interdisciplinary experts, together with the central WORLDFACTORY team, are at your side when you start your business.
