NordDesign 2026 in Tampere, Finland: KTmfk wins Best Paper Award
From August 11 to 14, 2026, NordDesign 2026 took place in Tampere, Finland. The international Design Society conference focused on…
Completion of the DFG project “NEPTUN GeP” on user-centred product design
Usability and emotional product design are regarded as equally important components of the user experience. In development practice, however, these…
Doctorate Julian Shanbhag
The Chair of Engineering Design congratulates Mr. Julian Shanbhag on the successful completion of his doctoral degree (Dr.-Ing.), which he…
Publication of Papers from the 2026 Conference on Computer-Aided Tolerancing
Four new articles presented by our tolerancing group at the Conference on Computer-Aided Tolerancing 2026 have been published. “Mapping Uncertainties…
Participation in the 10th World Congress of Biomechanics (WCB) in Vancouver, Canada
From July 11 to 15, 2026, the 10th World Congress of Biomechanics (WCB) took place in Vancouver, Canada. The international…
Framework for considering variations in composite products
Fiber-reinforced plastics (FRP) enable the manufacturing of extremely lightweight yet stiff products. However, their production processes are complex and prone…
KTmfk at the B2Run in Nuremberg
On July 21, the Chair of Engineering Design also took part in the B2Run in Nuremberg. Although FAU was unfortunately…
Award for Max Pohlmann’s master’s thesis
Mr Max Pohlmann was awarded second place for his outstanding master’s thesis at the Schaeffler FAG Foundation’s award ceremony. His…
New book “Nachhaltigkeit in der Produktentwicklung” published
The new book “Nachhaltigkeit in der Produktentwicklung” was published by Springer Vieweg on 8 July 2026. Edited by Nikola Bursac,…
Participation in the NORDTRIB Conference
The biennial NORDTRIB Conference was hosted by Tampere University in Finland from 19 to 22 June 2026. With 158 participants…
KTmfk participated in the 19th CIRP Conference on Computer-Aided Tolerancing
From June 15 to 17, 2026, the 19th CIRP Conference on Computer-Aided Tolerancing took place at the University of Alberta…
Joint Barbecue with Students at KTmfk
The KTmfk Department invited its teaching assistants and students to a barbecue. With perfect weather, delicious food, and cold drinks,…
Prof. Sandro Wartzack: H-index of 40 achieved!
Prof. Sandro Wartzack: H-index of 40 achieved! The Chair of Design Engineering (KTmfk) at Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nuremberg (FAU) is pleased…
Collaboration with the BreatheAssist project of the Department of Biophysics
As part of the collaboration between the Chair of Design Engineering at Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nuremberg and the BreatheAssist project of…
Berg Tuesday 2026 – KTmfk at the Erlangen Bergkirchweih
Keeping traditions alive: once again this year, the KTmfk team joined the traditional Berg Tuesday at the Erlangen Bergkirchweih. Together…
Doctorate Vincent Kramer
The Chair of Engineering Design warmly congratulates Mr. Vincent Kramer on successfully completing his doctoral examination (Dr.-Ing.). In his dissertation,…
New external doctoral researcher: Michael Hamm
Michael Hamm has been working as an external doctoral researcher in Research Group M since April 2026. Prior to this,…
KTmfk Facilitates Industry Cooperation: Schaeffler Supports High Octanes with Wheel Bearings for Electric Racing Car
The Chair of Engineering Design (KTmfk) at FAU supported the student working group High Octanes in the development of its…
Girls’ Day 2026 – Experiencing Technology at KTmfk
Schoolgirls explored the world of gear technology during Girls’ Day 2026 on April 23. Guided by Jessica Pickel and Hoang…
New Employee: Aron Roos
In early April, Aron Roos joined the Digital Engineering group as a research assistant. Previously, he completed his master’s degree…
New employee: Hoang Ha, Pham
Hoang Ha Pham has been strengthening the Digital Engineering research group as a research associate since the beginning of March.…
Knowledge and Data Based Approach for Efficient Clinch Joint Design
Designing clinch joints is typically complex and iterative. A recent publication introduces a hybrid approach that combines knowledge-based methods with…
Rethinking Digital Inclusion in Older Age
As part of the final presentation of the lecture “Concept Development of Innovative Products (KIP)” at KTmfk – Chair of…
Machine Learning for Efficient Rolling Bearing Simulations
The simulation-based design of rolling bearings makes it possible to assess the effects of design changes on performance in the…
New Employee: Julian Hippmann
Since early April, Julian Hippmann has joined the lightweight design group as a research assistant. As part of the “GUIDE”…
Hands-on learning: Visiting Schaeffler
Several students from the Maschinenelemente (machine elements) course had the opportunity to visit Schaeffler in Herzogenaurach. The program included an…
KTmfk at the Saxon Simulation Meeting (SAXSIM) 2026 in Chemnitz
On March 17, Moritz Treschau and Tim Ruf attended SAXSIM in Chemnitz, a conference focused on simulation and digital methods…
„Summer School on Tolerance Management 2026“ once again a great success
This year marked the sixth edition of the “Summer School on Tolerance Management,” held at the Chair of Engineering Design…
KTmfk Retreat 2026 in Riederau
For the 2026 retreat, the KTmfk – Chair of Engineering Design at FAU Erlangen-Nürnberg once again headed to the Seminarzentrum…
Gender and Aesthetics: Shape Effects in Product Design
Product form significantly influences aesthetic, emotional, and usability-related perceptions. A recent publication in Design Studies investigates how abstract shapes and…