Birkenfeld Institute of Technology

The Birkenfeld Institute of Technology is dedicated to researching and developing innovative methods for optimising industrial production processes in robotics, manufacturing and assembly. A main focus is on the reduction of resource consumption, energy consumption and CO2 emissions as well as the promotion of the circular economy. At the same time, central research topics such as distributed sensor signal processing, algorithms for statistical data analysis, artificial intelligence and the development of distributed systems for the efficient use of large amounts of information from the Internet of Things (IoT) and cyber-physical systems (CPS) are being intensively researched. 

The institute network pursues an applied approach with the aim of transferring research results directly into practice. This threefold approach of research, transfer and education & training is consistently implemented. This means not only developing innovative solutions, but also ensuring that these are actually used in industry and other areas of application. Close cooperation with industrial partners and the broad focus of research play a decisive role in identifying relevant problems from practice and developing customised solutions. This enables it to respond to various calls for third-party funded projects and address application-related challenges. To date, more than 10 million euros in third-party funding has been successfully raised and over 150 publications have been published in renowned journals and conferences. Turnover in 2023 totalled more than 2 million euros.

The interdisciplinary team currently includes more than 35 employees who contribute to the success of the institute with their diverse expertise and commitment and provide a connection to other research groups and departments within the university as well as to external partners. 

In addition to its research activities, the institute also offers a range of courses that make an important contribution to education and training in the fields. The total number of completed and ongoing projects reflects the broad spectrum of the Institute's research activities and demonstrates its importance as a central point of contact for practical research and development in this field.