Technology platforms

The Cluster of Excellence (CoE) focuses on foundational research within production engineering as the basis for future innovation in high-wage countries. Turning the results of basic research into subsequent future innovation requires bi-directional knowledge transfer between universities and industry. Therefore, the CoE evolved the idea of so-called technology platforms. This includes new cooperation and communication structures, such as virtual platforms as well as new education and training concepts. This chapter provides an overview of the communication means and technology platforms that were established during the duration of the CoE. However, motivation, research questions, and the-state-of-the-art of technology platforms are outlined beforehand.