Magnetic particles in fabric softeners and nanotubes in creams?

International Workshop Dispersion Analysis organized by LUM in Berlin from 1-2 March

Nanoparticles and convenience goods, having nothing in common at first sight, are subject to the same physical principles with respect to the characterization of their separation behaviour during production, storage and application. Magnetic particles or carbon nanotubes are not stored and applied as powders but being dispersed in a liquid phase. Resulting are heterogeneous systems of two or more substances, not chemically bonded nor dissolved... [more]

Technology Park Berlin Adlershof at Photonics West 2012

DirectPhonotics presents new generation of high-performance diode lasers / New Technology Center

Berlin Adlershof, one of the most successful sites for high technology in Germany with a particular focus on optical technology, photonics and optics, presented its newest products and technologies at Photonics West, which took place from January, 21-26 2012 at Moscone Center, San Francisco, California. Next to the technology park’s operating company, WISTA-MANGEMENT GMBH, the joint German exhibition stand hosted the DirectPhotonics Industries... [more]

Pixel on pixel

Glasses on, lights off, and the journey has started

Over the oceans with Darwin on the Beagle. The waves spray, and the swooping gulls virtually graze the tip of your nose – close enough to touch. The 3D dome cinema at Fraunhofer FIRST presents “Darwin’s mystery of mysteries” – a test show in the test dome. Here, the Fraunhofer Institute for Computer Architecture and Software Technology (FIRST) presents its latest developments in the automated calibration of projector clusters. The... [more]

Indoor navigation with free WLAN

In actual fact, this announcement would not have been worth mentioning. After all, it’s available elsewhere as well. Since November 2011, the telecommunications service provider Siemens Enterprise Communications GmbH & Co. KG in Adlershof has been providing WLAN access free of charge for the forum around the con.vent Center and the bistro Esswirtschaft. During their midday break, for example, employees and students in Adlershof can then... [more]

Computer sciences for the people

If research fields were to confer awards for the ideal qualification, Johannes Starlinger would certainly be among the shortlisted candidates. In actual fact, he wanted to be a doctor, but he was stunned when his medical studies at the Medical University of Vienna required him to pick out and sort patient data laboriously and by hand. “Unbelievable,” found Starlinger: “Things like that should be automated.” After his medical studies, he opted... [more]

The rolling router

A server in the boot and a Bluetooth keyboard in the glove compartment – that was wireless communication in the car ten years ago. At that time, scientists at the Fraunhofer Institute for Microelectronic Circuits and Systems in Duisburg and an automobile group demonstrated how the kettle at home responded to commands from the vehicle. “Ultra modern electronics” was the prompt judgement of the Berliner Morgenpost. So for a long time now, the... [more]

Harvesting energy

A network coordinated by Adlershof computer scientists is working on how to harness ambient energy so that sensors, radio modules, and computer processes can perform complex health sector, facility management and logistics tasks without the need for an external power supply. We are surrounded by energy – we just need to tap into it. Sunlight, vibrations, heat – when we press a switch, we expend enough energy to transmit a radio signal. Power... [more]

Multicoloured computer sciences

For seven years, Rodney LaTourelle has been living and working as an artist, designer, and author in Berlin. His installations were presented at the National Gallery of Canada, the Museumsquartier in Vienna, the Musée d’Art Moderne in Luxenbourg, and in Berlin. For his installations, or walk-in paintings, LaTourelle utilises the means of architecture and art to explore the relationships based on feelings between colour, space, and observer. For... [more]

Jenoptik lays foundation stone in Adlershof

10 million euros for the expansion of semiconductor plant

Jenoptik has laid the foundation stone for the expansion of semiconductor production in a ceremony attended by around 80 invited guests, including representatives from business, the world of politics and industry, as well as the Jenoptik workforce at the Berlin-Adlershof site. Jenoptik has invested 10 million euros for the expansion of its semiconductor plant, which includes new cleanroom technology and production equipment. This will... [more]

Younicos to receive "European Solar Prize 2011"

Recognition for developing world’s first renewable energy system for Azorean island of Graciosa

Younicos is to receive the "European Solar Prize 2011" for the development of the world's first energy system based on up to 100 percent renewable energy for the Azorean island of Graciosa. In its commendation, the European Association for Renewable Energies (EUROSOLAR), which has been awarding the prize since 1994, praised "the exemplary project” for showing “that a full supply through renewable energy sources can already be... [more]

Get highest resolution with ForthDD’s Displays

FourtDD exhibit at I/ITSEC in Florida 2011

1[Translate to English:] Forth Dimension Displays (ForthDD) continues to support our customers and expand our business in the Military Training and Simulation sector.  2011 has been a particularly good year for the generation of new business.  ForthDD’s TDI™ technology is already used across the U.S. Army’s helicopter units and has recently been deployed in the first NCM3 (Non-rated Crew Member Manned Module) HMD units.Our close... [more]

Global Solar Energy Forges Strategic Partnerships to Bring PowerFLEXTM BIPV to U.S. Rooftops

Most Powerful Roof Module Available through Leading Building and Roofing Partners

Global Solar Energy, a leading manufacturer of flexible solar technology and building integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) solutions, announced today that it has partnered with several leading building and roofing companies in the U.S., further expanding the availability of PowerFLEX™ BIPV, the most powerful solar roofing module on the market. Global Solar is partnering with Beachside Solar, the largest commercial roofing contractor in Hawaii and the... [more]

Heliocentris secures order in Qatar and expands its presence in the Middle East

Qatar University places an order and opening of an office in Dubai

Heliocentris Energy Solutions AG, a specialist in energy-efficiency and autonomous power solutions, has acquired an order from Qatar University. The company has been asked to supply a complete laboratory – the “New Energy Lab” – perspectively in October. This product is a complete energy system for conveying practical knowledge in the fields of energy generation, storage and management. The system combines energy generation from solar, wind and... [more]

An eyecatcher for Adlershof

Sitac Parc in Adlershof is intended to combine commercial space with first-class sports and leisure businesses in an 85,000 square metres area situated on Teltow Canal, thus adding to the urbanity of the science location. Malvinder Singh has a clear vision of his project becoming a new landmark of the city: Sitac Parc Berlin – a top-quality commercial, leisure and shopping park with buildings up to 30 meters high, nestled against the A113... [more]

An airy campus

ADLERSHOF SPECIAL: You named your project “Air Campus Adlershof“. Why?ANNA NEUSCHÄFER: We wanted a name with a direct reference to the new Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) while conveying a commitment to the location and its history regarding the Deutsche Versuchsanstalt für Luftfahrt (German Experimental Institute for Aviation) and the Johannisthal air field. Why is the technology park appealing to you?Adlershof stands for a strategic... [more]