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Interview

3D printing of external braces: biomechanics meets personalized care

Liberec Regional Hospital + TUL

The Liberec Regional Hospital is expanding the use of 3D printing and trying out other technological innovations. Head of biomechanics Lukáš Čapek reveals how 3D printing is helping to change established practices in patient care.

Forget about uniform medical devices. The Regional Hospital Liberec and the Technical University of Liberec, in cooperation with Aries, are looking for new ways for the future with new technologies. For example, for personalisation with 3D printing technology. The team from the Department of Clinical Biomechanics at the KNL is working, among other things, to make new technologies more comfortable for patients. What obstacles do they face when introducing 3D printing into clinical practice and why is it important that the orthoses look good and work 100% at the same time? We talk about this with team leader Lukas Čapek. Join us for a glimpse into a world where biomechanics intersects with modern additive technologies, and where the future of healthcare is being shaped by tailored solutions for each patient.

You can read whole interview here.

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FabLab

FabLab at Liberec university belongs to network Prusa Education

Prusa Education + CXI TUL

The Technical University of Liberec (TUL) and Prusa Research support education in the field of 3D technology. The FabLab in Liberec is now part of the Prusa Education network, which educates secondary school teachers in 3D technology. The FabLab is an innovation centre that will now offer teachers specialised training that will not only enhance their practical skills in 3D printing, but also show them how to effectively integrate the technology into the classroom and foster students' creativity.

The Technical University of Liberec is one of the leading academic institutions in the Czech Republic with its research in the field of 3D technology. Prusa Research is the Czech market leader in the production and sale of 3D printing equipment and accessories. Together they are therefore joining together for the future of 3D printing in education.

"Technická univerzita v Liberci a Prusa Research jsou známí svou průkopnickou prací v oblasti 3D tisku. Naše dlouhodobá spolupráce má za cíl, aby se Česká republika stala lídrem v této technologii," říká Jiří Šafka, vedoucí Oddělení 3D technologií z CXI TUL.

"FabLab will not just be a place where technical skills are trained. It's a space where teachers will be able to be inspired by the latest trends in additive technologies and bring that inspiration directly into their classrooms. Educating the next generation in a fast-growing field like 3D printing is key to preparing students for the digital age. Our FabLab in Liberec is therefore the ideal place to share knowledge, experiment and discover new ways technology can change the world around us," adds Jiří Šafka.

#3DPrinting #Innovation #Education #FabLab #PrusaResearch #TechEducation #TULiberec #AdditiveManufacturing #NCKP3D #CzechTech #DigitalSkills #STEM #FutureOfEducation

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YouTube

Check the new Prusa Research video

Prusa in 2024

One of our consortium partners is featured in their new video "Prusa in 2024". This video is worth watching as it has over 100,000 views on YouTube since its launch.

Take a look into Prusa Research's production, meet its CEO and at the end you will also find a mention of our National Centre of Competence for Industrial 3D Printing and our innovations for Africa.

You can enjoy the full video here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s8DybBlX55k

#Prusa2024 #3DPrinting #Innovations #Technologies #Partnership

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8th to 11th October 2024
at Brno Exhibition Centre

President at the forum and 3DEXPOin Brno, and so are we!

10 years anniversary of Additive Manufacturing Forum

At the 10th anniversary Additive Manufacturing Forum at MSV in Brno, there was a lot of talk about current trends, especially productivity in 3D printing and the connection with artificial intelligence (AI). We discussed how AI is changing established processes and opening up new business opportunities for development and manufacturing. It was inspiring to meet industry experts and see practical demonstrations of applications that help achieve rapid ROI and more efficient production.

The 10th Additive Manufacturing Forum also included the 3DEXPO exhibition, where we could admire exhibits created by cutting-edge 3D printing, including a bust of the president from the workshop of architect Kateřina Sýsová Nováková. We are looking forward to applying our new knowledge here in Liberec at CXI TUL and especially at the Centre for Industrial 3D Printing.

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1st and 7th October 2024
CXI TUL

Workshop: 3D technologies - printing and scanning under the EDIH programme

For employees of small and medium-sized companies and public institutions

We invite you to a unique 3D printing and scanning training where you will learn how to take your ideas from the screen to the real world! Come and discover the endless possibilities that this modern technology offers you. Gain practical skills that will open doors to the future. We look forward to seeing you!

If you work in a small or medium-sized company or public institution, sign up for attractive workshop on the EDIH website.

You can also find other training courses organised by our institute at the same place.

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September 10th 2024
Liberec

National centre for industrial 3D printing

Betting on 3D printing as the future of the Czech Republic

What will be the key trends for the Czech industry in the next decade?

Experts from the Centre for Industrial 3D Printing, which brings together research and business partners, have identified key directions for the Czech Republic's strategy.

During a workshop held on 10 September 2024 in Liberec, the experts focused on the key trends that will shape the next decade of additive manufacturing. The aim was not only to identify promising directions, but also to create a basis for strategic recommendations to the government. On the table are issues of sustainability, automation and new materials that can significantly increase the competitiveness of the Czech industry.

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24th to 27th April 2024
Exhibition Centre Brno

Festival of architecture 2024 Brno

3D printing exhibits from TUL and ČVUT at the Festival of Architecture 2024

At the Festival of Architecture 2024 in Brno, the P3DT team from the Technical University of Liberec presented their research and the results they are working on under the banner of the national centre. In the exhibition space, the team of Petr Zelený and Vladislav Bures (both from TUL) exhibited printed objects made of cement mixture, which attracted the attention of hundreds of passers-by. "We came to Brno to show printed objects made of cement mixture. The sofa and chairs attracted the interest of people from the practice. They stopped by our exhibition and actively discussed the applications of 3D printing in construction and architecture, as well as the technology itself," says Petr Zelený. They collaborated with Ota Melter from the Klokner Institute of the Czech Technical University to design the design of the exhibits and also their printing. The CTU is a partner of the NCK P3DT and is a co-investigator or principal investigator of sub-projects focused on 3D printing in construction, specifically on the use of materials other than cement, such as ceramic materials, geopolymers or local soil.

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4th April 2024
Technical university of Liberec

Horizon of innovation in industry: a successful meeting for more than 80 experts.

Engineering for the 21st century emphasises innovation, autonomy and materials

The successful workshop "Horizon of Innovation in Industry" became an important meeting for experts from technology, manufacturing companies and academia who focused on key trends and innovations in the field of Industry 4.0.

The event organisers focused on key trends and innovations in Industry 4.0 and discussed the widespread use of artificial intelligence, the power of 5G networks in manufacturing and the importance of industrial network security. Renowned experts presented inspiring lectures and practical demonstrations that offered new insights and promising opportunities for the industrial sector. #cxiliberec #researchonthetop #Innovation #Industry4.0 #ArtificialIntelligence #5G

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6. 12. 2023
Škoda Auto College

Presentation of NCK P3DT activities by professor Dynybyl from Škoda Auto

Introduction of the National Centre of Competence (NCK)

On December 6, 2023, Škoda Auto College in Mladá Boleslav introduced new teaching facilities. On this occasion, a presentation was made by Professor Dynybyl, a renowned expert from Škoda Auto Vysoká škola, o.p.s. In his speech, he introduced the National Centre of Competence for Industrial 3D Printing (NCK P3DT), spoke about the activities of the centre and its focus on sustainable and environmentally friendly materials, efficient technologies, digitalisation and data-driven production management. He brought new inspiration to Škoda Auto managers, for example, in the use of additive technologies in industrial practice.

During his presentation, Professor Dynybyl focused on the key topic of digitalization in automotive manufacturing. He discussed the latest trends in digital technologies that have the potential to transform the industry and presented their use in the manufacturing process and efficiency improvements. Artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things and augmented reality in industrial practice were just some of the technologies that were the focus of his presentation. The event was held in the newly opened teaching facilities of the Škoda Auto University, which serve not only students but also the company's employees.

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16. 11. 2023 10:00
Technical University of Liberec + Google Meet

Board of P3DT centre

P3DT Centre Board meeting and approval of sub-projects

The regular P3DT Centre Board meeting was held on Thursday, November 16, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. at CXI TUL. Members were informed about organizational matters and ongoing activities of the Centre. The key item was the change of representatives of one of the members, namely Prusa RESEARCH. Josef Průša is replaced by Jiří Průša due to workload and will now represent Průša RESEARCH on the Centre's Board.

Apart from organizational matters, the following items were on the agenda: public presentation of the NCK in the past period, overview of the established collaborations, information on the budget and 3 new sub-projects were presented. One of them is 3D printing from local soil led by Ing. Petr Zelený, Ph.D. from the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering of TUL. 2 sub-projects were presented by the Liberec Regional Hospital. In the first one, individual orthopaedic aids will be developed using 3D printing. The second project covers the development of individually made templates and only for orthopaedic and traumatological operations. All new projects have been approved by the Board.

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1. 11. 2023 13:00 - 17:00
Czech-German Innovation Forum, Prague

Czech-German Innovation Forum

Innovation Forum introduced new technologies in Prague

On 1st of November we organized the Czech-German Innovation Forum in Prague to connect the world of science, research and innovation with business. All under the umbrella of our NCK and Czech-German Centre of excellence TransTech, on which we cooperate with experts from the Fraunhofer Institute.
We were able to attract representatives from various fields of production, R&D and technology who wanted to better understand trends and innovations. We presented what we are experts in: new technologies in additive manufacturing, lightweight composite materials and structures or our services for Industry 4.0 (IIoT, simulation and digital twin, Big Data, VR/AR reality).
We offered a glimpse behind the scenes of our cutting-edge research facilities and our specialisation. We were able to show what our areas of expertise are and what our areas of expertise are.

Thank you for your participation and active networking.

#innovation #collaboration #TransTech #CzechGermanforum

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26. 10. 2023
Technical University of Liberec + Google meet

General assembly of P3DT centre

Meeting of the General Assembly within the project "National Centre of Competence for Industrial 3D Printing"

The General Assembly meeting of the project "National Centre of Competence for Industrial 3D Printing" was held on 26 October 2023 at 10:00 am. Consortium members attended the meeting in person at the CXI TUL headquarters in Liberec or online.
During the meeting, important agenda items were discussed, including an interim report on the activities of the Centre, presentation of the proposal for new sub-projects, discussion on the spending and budget of the Centre and other topics in the future cooperation of the project partners.
The P3DT Centre General Assembly acts as a platform for active collaboration and joint planning among all stakeholders involved in the P3DT Centre.

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23. 10. 2023
Technical University of Liberec

Celebrating 70 years of TUL

70 years of technology in Liberec

70 years of the former University of Engineering and Textile in Liberec, now the Technical University of Liberec, is a significant milestone in the history of this renowned institution, which is one of the key players in technological research and development not only in the Liberec region.

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To celebrate this anniversary, the university organised several lectures, especially for graduates of the college and university, as well as the professional public.
The technical school is, of course, a driver of innovative technologies and trends in production. One of nothing is 3D printing. In his speech, Ing. Jiří Šafka, Ph.D. and introduced the prestigious project National Centre of Competence for Industrial 3D Printing of Polymeric Materials (P3DT), which was established with an emphasis on promoting environmentally and energy efficient production. The application research in which the consortium is involved aims to achieve greener 3D printing with less synthetic components and circular use of waste raw materials that get a second life. P3DT brings together nearly 30 partners from industry and research, and their shared vision is to apply innovative approaches and maximize improvements in manufacturing processes.
The event was a great opportunity for sharing knowledge and opinions among experts and professionals who have a close relationship with the university. It was an important meeting that not only reflected the past of TUL, but also offered a glimpse into the future of technological development.

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11. 10. 2023
Brno exhibition centre

Additive manufacturing forum 2023

Experts from CXI and TUL at the Additive Manufacturing Forum 2023 in Brno

At this year's Additive Manufacturing Forum 2023 on 11 October at the Brno Exhibition Centre, our experts from CXI and TUL Jiří Šafka and Jan Kočí were also active speakers. Additive manufacturing and 3D printing are crucial areas of research for us, and as the lead investigator of the National Centre of Competence for Industrial 3D Printing (P3DT), we lead a consortium of nearly 30 partners.

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At this important forum, we actively presented our experience and achievements and the fulfilment of the P3DT goals.
Presentations by our experts Jiří Šafka and Jan Kočí focused on cooperation with the German Fraunhofer Institute and Czech-German cooperation. They also talked about the activities of the Centre for Industrial 3D Printing and focused on innovations in 3D printing of plastic, composite and metal products and the overall sustainability of additive manufacturing, its economics and practical tips on how to benefit from 3D printing and save money at the same time.
The forum offered eight hours packed with the latest 3D printing technologies and important debates on the future of additive manufacturing.
Thank you to everyone who came to share their passion and knowledge of additive manufacturing and 3D printing with us.

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6. 10. 2023
Technical University of Liberec

Researchers' night 2023

Mysterious 3D print at Researchers' night

Scientists' Night at CXI was a great experience. Our scientists from CXI presented scientific and technical secrets to all the visitors. Thanks to their erudition, they were all uncovered. From an autonomous vehicle to 3D printing, biological and chemical quizzes, to fascinating experiments with light, laser demonstrations and viewing with a unique microscope. The CXI team put on a great show for several hours.

Thank you to all the visitors for their curiosity and interest in scientific mysteries. Some of you are even our regular visitors, which makes us very happy. Science and technology are unique to everyone and at every age.

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8. 9. 2023 10:00 - 13:00
How to master private 5G networks, Liberec

How to master private 5G networks

Joint event of EIT HEI Deep Tech Empowerment, eDIH NEB and NCK P3DT

CXI hosted an innovation workshop with the extremely current topic "How to master 5G private networks". Speakers focused their presentations on campus 5G network technologies. Representatives from Mavenir and T-Mobile presented the successful implementation of a 5G network on a university campus in Liberec and other use cases. From the CXI labs, we showcased our biggest technology "highlights": an autonomous vehicle for future logistics in the field and in warehouses, and advanced 3D printing services using 5G for print data collection. These are real-life examples of what is being developed here at CXI and where we are open to industry partners and their developments. The opportunities for the innovation ecosystem, research and development are huge.

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20.06.2023 15:00
Digital Innovation Hub, Dresden

Workshop Production. Data. Create value.

The Digital Innovation Hub in Dresden presented innovations and our representatives were there.

On Tuesday 20 June 2023, a presentation of The European Digital Innovation Hub Saxony in Dresden took place, including a tour of their #IIoT lab and an introduction to current projects and the companies and start-ups involved. This event was a direct follow-up to the three-day (20-22 June) networking festival Silicon Saxony 2023, which mainly showcased local companies and technologies. Representatives from NCK P3DT were there and actively presented the innovative technology solutions we provide.

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25.05.2023 15:00
Ministry of foreign affairs, Prague

INNOVATIONS FOR AFRICA’S FUTURE GENERATIONS

Unlocking the potential of economic and science diplomacy in Czech-African relations

Africa is undergoing a technological revolution. The Czech Republic wants to support these positive changes. Czech companies are bringing new technologies to Africa and our country also supports cooperation between universities, scientific research and technology transfer, which leads to mutual enrichment of new ideas and expertise. Research, science and innovation are drivers of economic development with higher added value.

NCK P3DT was be represented at the conference by Jan Kočí and Peter Skrla as a keynote speakers in Panel 1 "Smart technologies / CzechTech solutions for Africa".

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16.05.2023 15:00
Technical University in Liberec + google meet

Centre P3DT board council

Centre Board meeting and approval of sub-projects

The Council of the P3DT Centre will be held on Tuesday 16 May 2023 at 1:00 pm in the L - TUL building in the meeting room on the 4th floor at Bendlova 1409/7 in Liberec. The meeting will be organized in a hybrid way, so participants can arrive in person or join online using the provided link to the Meet platform. Meeting documents will be sent to participants prior to the meeting.

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09.05.2023
Technical University in Liberec

CZECH-GERMAN INNOVATION FORUM

Fraunhofer IWU, Deutsch-Tschechische Industrie- und Handelskammer a CXI TUL invite you to the CZECH-GERMAN INNOVATION FORUM with actors of the Czech and German innovation ecosystem

The event is organized by the Czech-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (AHK) in cooperation with the Czech-German Centre of Excellence TransTech. The Czech-German Centre of Excellence TransTech was established by the cooperation of two German scientific Fraunhofer Institutes (Fraunhofer IWU and Fraunhofer IMWS) with the Czech Research Institute for Nanomaterials, Advanced Technologies and Innovations CxI, which is part of the Technical University of Liberec.

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