Fraunhofer Institute for Wood Research
Wilhelm-Klauditz-Institut WKI

Researchers from the Fraunhofer WKI and the Thünen Institute have figured out: Even under controlled conditions, emission measurements of individual materials rarely allow statements to be made concerning complete systems such as wall structures, let alone real residential buildings. However, system tests on entire components in large test chambers are can be helpful.

Researchers from the Fraunhofer WKI and designers from the weißensee academy of art berlin cooperated in order to develop application possibilities for the plant material lignin. This resulted in a variety of panel materials for furniture construction and a flexible leather alternative for the fashion industry. 

In order to increase the safety and economic efficiency of wind turbines, researchers at the Fraunhofer WKI, in collaboration with project partners, have developed a thermography robot for the internal inspection of rotor blades. 

Natural-fiber-reinforced plastics (NFRP) become more resilient when the natural fibers are encased in a special coating. This has been determined by researchers at the Fraunhofer WKI. In the future, NFRP can consequently be utilized in considerably expanded areas of application, for example in the interior of vehicles.

Cancelled due to the SARS-CoV-2 pademic. 

Fraunhofer Institute for Wood Research
Wilhelm-Klauditz-Institut WKI

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