FSK Innovation Award 2023: Eduard Kremer from IKV Aachen convinced the jury in the 'Technology' category

The FSK Innovation Award, a prestigious recognition for pioneering ideas related to materials, was awarded to Eduard Kremer, a scientific assistant in the field of polyurethane technology at IKV Aachen. He won in the 'Young Talent - Technology' category. The award was announced during the FSK Symposium on 22nd November 2023.

Eduard Kremer (IKV) receiving the FSK Innovation Award on 22nd November 2023. | Photo: private

The FSK Innovation Award annually acknowledges outstanding innovations in the domains of design and aesthetics, technology, as well as process and chemical engineering, emphasizing sustainable approaches. The competition is open to young talents, companies, and professionals submitting projects related to foam plastics and polyurethanes.

Eduard Kremer impressed the jury with his groundbreaking work on sensor-based process monitoring in PUR-RIM. His research allows for reducing the burden on the operator and significantly increasing the number of high-quality parts. By employing temperature, pressure, and DEA sensors, alongside considering ambient parameters such as temperature, air pressure, and humidity, process variations are detected early on. This not only leads to improved product quality but also eliminates issues like skin detachment and incomplete mold fillings. A graphical dashboard visualises all relevant data, enabling efficient monitoring and control of the process. Eduard Kremer's achievement highlights the potential of sensor-based technologies in enhancing efficiency and quality in industrial processes.

Contact Person:

Eduard Kremer
+49 241 80-93673
eduard.kremer@ikv.rwth-aachen.de"