Eureka Lightweighting Call 2026

6 May – 8 Oct 2026

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TU Dresden - Institute of lightweight engineering and polymer technology

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tu-dresden.de/ing/maschinenwesen/ilk?set_language=enDresden, Germany
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At Dresden University of Technology's Institute of Lightweight Engineering and Polymer Technology, we are dedicated to advancing the fields of lightweight design and polymer as well as composite materials. Our multidisciplinary team collaborates on pioneering research projects that aim to optimize the performance and sustainability of innovative materials and structures. We pride ourselves on fostering partnerships with industry leaders to translate our findings into practical applications, significantly impacting various sectors such as automotive, aerospace, and renewable energy. Together, we strive to push the boundaries of technology and engineering, contributing to a more efficient and environmentally friendly future.

Topic(s) of interest for R&D on Lightweighting

Development and testing of lightweighting design and manufacturing conceptsDevelopment and use of novel or alternative advanced lightweight materials including optimized manufacturing processesInnovative approaches in the areas of ease of disassembly, reparability, recyclability, and reuse of lightweighting componentsDevelopment of transferable and scalable business models for circular lightweighting design and manufacturing

Business Sector

Aeronautics & SpaceAutomotiveBuilding, Construction & Civil EngineeringMechanical engineeringRecycling

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TU Dresden - Institute of lightweight engineering and polymer technology