INTRODUCTION
The precision engineering and metrology group performs applied research on advanced manufacturing scenarios. From the development of challenging scientific and metrology instruments to the integration of existing technologies for the improvement of manufacturing processes. The group´s expertise relies on the extensive knowledge of industrial metrology from the micro-nano range to the large scale, combined with Tekniker´s vast knowledge about manufacturing processes, complex mechatronic systems, and all the areas involved within industrial engineering. A dimensional metrology laboratory (ENAC accredited) is included within the group´s technical expertise
SKILLS
- Micro-nano metrology
- IA based metrology
- Dimensional metrology laboratory
- Robotics
- Large-scale metrology
- Machine tools
- Photogrammetry
- Development of measurement procedures
- Laser tracker-based application development
- Optical 3D systems
- Industrial surveying
- Automation
- NDT based inspection
- Artificial Intelligence
PROJECTS
Some ongoing and past research projects:
INTER Q
In collaboration with 25 partners and led by IDEKO, InterQ is a European project whose main objective is to measure, predict and control the quality of the manufactured products, manufacturing process, and gathered data to assure Zero-Defect-Manufacturing by means of AI-driven tools powered with meaningful and reliable data.
PRECITEK
A local research initiative to collaborate within the precision engineering and metrology fields focused on the improvement of accuracy for machine tools and robots. The research aims at the development of accurate metrology digital twins. In collaboration with IDEKO, TECNALIA, UPV-EHU, IMH and VICOMTECH.
PRECISION 4.0
In collaboration with ZAYER machine tool builder, a new measurement method based on laser tracker technology is developed for the accurate and agile assembly of large machine tools by the assembly technicians replacing the traditional direct measurement tools.
MULTILINK INSPECTION TOOL
In collaboration with Fusion for Energy (F4E) a customized measurement instrument has been developed, the so-called Multilink Inspection Tool (MIT) to assess the geometrical tolerances of the Divertor multilink hinge at the ITER fusion reactor prototype.
INNOTOOL
Is a CLEAN-SKY European project for the purpose of developing smart 4.0 tools to improve the manufacture of thermoplastic parts and the assembly of aeronautical products. This initiative meets the requirements of the high-accuracy smart assembly process (SMART) defined by AERNNOVA, a top-level supplier of high-added value aeronautical structures. This organization has proposed, in coordination with AIRBUS, CS2 JU (Clean Sky 2 Joint Undertaking), a technological development topic for an “Advanced Rear End” demonstrator.
FACILITIES AND TECHNOLOGIES
The group has access to the state of art facilities and 3D metrology:
Dimensional metrology lab (ENAC accredited)
Ultra-precision lab
Assembly and manufacturing shop floor, including:
Laser tracker and laser tracer (6 dof)
Photogrammetry
3D scanning systems
CMMs
SA, Metrolog X4
Electronic microscopes, SEM, Atomic microscope
SOME OF OUR PEOPLE
- Dr. Gorka Kortaberria
- Dr. Mikel Armendia
- Dr. Eneko Gómez Acedo
- Dr. Iker Garmendia
- Brahim Ahmed
- Jon Eguskiza
- Fernando Egaña
- Ibon Vega
- Dr. Unai Mutilba
- Antonio Gutiérrez
- Jorge Molina
- Jesús Paredes
COLABORATORS
INDUSTRIAL PARTNERS
Zayer
Fagor
Aernnova
Siemens – Gamesa
Geminis
Hispavista
Etalon AG
SCIENTIFIC PARTNERS
CEM, PTB and NPL
RWTH Aachen and UCL
Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence
Ommatidia
Sensofar
Ideko
Tecnalia
UPV - EHU
