Technische Hochschule Deggendorf - Institut für Kunststofftechnik und Simulation

There is no shortage of data. The challenges begin after that. How can plastics be made more high-performance, components lighter, and manufacturing processes more resource-efficient? The Institute for Plastics Technology and Simulation (IKS) at Deggendorf University of Applied Sciences on the Hutthurm campus is dedicated to addressing these questions.

Our research combines materials science, process development, and simulation. We take a holistic approach to plastics and composite materials—from their properties to their processing and on to the finished component.

Our research focuses on:

• Materials Research: Characterization and further development of plastics and composite materials
• Process Development: Development and optimization of manufacturing and processing methods
• Simulation: Investigation of material behavior, manufacturing processes, and component properties
• Additive Manufacturing & Lightweight Construction: Processing of high-performance engineering plastics and development of lightweight, high-performance components
• Sustainability & Recycling: Resource-efficient use of materials and recycling of plastics and composite materials

Our state-of-the-art laboratory equipment, with a wide range of testing and analysis capabilities, enables us to precisely investigate material properties and component behavior and to directly incorporate the findings into the development process.

Together with industry partners, we develop solutions for specific technical challenges— from prototyping to production readiness.