Forming Glass

We develop solutions for the hot forming of components made of glass. Discrete components are depicted in a pressing process (blank presses). Structures with optical or haptic functions, for example, are introduced into larger components using a local embossing process (hot stamping). 

Both processes are characterized by short process cycles, high surface quality and high contour accuracy. Consequently, optical components meeting the highest requirements can be realized.

• Development of pressing and embossing processes for hot forming of glass components
• Layer engineering for tools for hot forming of glass
• Process simulation for pressing and embossing technologies

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• Lenses for endoscopes
• Refractive and diffractive optics for laser beam shaping
• Haptic structures for user guidance on touch screens

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• Blank press systems
• Hot stamping machine/press
• Testing facility for tool contact with hot glass
• Characterization of optical properties by means of
  • Microscopy
  • Interferometer
  • Wavefront measuring station
  • Optical bench

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