CITCEA-UPC is a technology transfer centre which was created in 2001 within the UPC (Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, BarcelonaTech), and it is specialized in responding to electrical and electronic technological challenges. The aim of the centre is to receive these challenges and solve them by creating a functional prototype that will serve the companies to eventually develop a new commercial product or to solve a new technological problem created by the growth and evolution of the society.

The centre is formed by 9 UPC professors, 7 PhD, 15 hired engineers and 30 undergraduate and postgraduate students.  The centre received on 2001 the TECNO certification, created by the Government of Catalonia, through ACCIÓ. This certification recognizes CITCEA-UPC as a Catalan technology reference centre with high capacity and experience to carry out projects of all kinds, whether from commercial projects with private companies to European projects in cooperation with various institutions and companies… Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya has multiple facilities and equipment for the development of research activities, this equipment can be consulted in the following web:

Http://www.upc.edu/sct/ca/

For its part, CITCEA-UPC also has the necessary equipment for the development projectes in its expertise fields. The most important are listed below:

Microgrid: An experimental microgrid, designed and built by the CITCEA-UPC team, is available for the testing and validation of new technologies in the field of electrical engineering. This microrred is composed by different battery emulators, photovoltaic system emulators, diesel generator emulators and different load emulators. So it is possible to test multiple configurations and equipment with real electricity, not just by simulating.

Simulation equipment: Specialized computers with high calculation power are available for the development of those modellings, simulations and calculations with greater complexity, reducing calculation and development…. CITCEA-UPC is able to provide different types of services to the industry and the SMEs:

- Technology studies: Tecnology scouting,  validation of concepts, legal and economic possibilities...

- Prototype design and development: Power electronics systems, PCBs, converters...

- Training: Masters, professional courses and customized courses.

 
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The MCIA is a reference center of research, development and innovation for its scientific research, applied research and technology transfer activities in the areas of energy efficiency, electromobility and industrial systems. The activity of the MCIA center is based on research and knowledge generation to allow a technology transfer of high innovative value and significant competitive level to the industrial sector. The MCIA center provides solutions for the creation of new products, and optimization of the existing ones, in the areas of electrical, electronic and ICT engineering. The MCIA is member of the Polytechnic University of Catalonia Technology Center, CiT UPC, from where the MCIA cooperates and leads multiple research and technology transfer activities.
Four specialized laboratories (electronics, mechatronics, high voltage and simulation), highly qualified staff, infrastructure and professional technical equipment. Some of the relevant equipment are: electronic systems prototyping, fully equipped benches for electric motors testing, high-performance acquisition and monitoring systems, HIL platforms, electromechanical chains characterization benches, supply sources (700V-60A), current transformer up to 10kA, 400l corrosion chamber, traction bench up to 10 tons, DC generator up to 1400kV, AC generator up to 130kV, FEM and CAD design and modelling.
. The MCIA Center covers the whole innovation and development chain: conceptualization, design, implementation and validation. Thus, a high quality technology transfer till TLR 7 around: (i) Electric traction chains; powertrain, energy management of electric vehicles, charging systems and communications. (ii) Energy efficiency; intelligent management, micro-networks, integration of renewable sources, forecasting and optimization. (iii) High voltage systems; Dielectric, current and mechanical testing, life cycle assessment, 3D electromagnetic design and simulation. (iv) Industrial electronics; power converters, control, smart electronics, communications and measurement equipment. (v) Advanced maintenance; decision support, predictive maintenance, reliability, sensor networks. (vi) Mechatronics; electric machines; control, diagnostics and fault tolerant systems.
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Devices & Technologies
ASICs
High Temperature Electronics
IR Imagers
CMOS Image Sensors
Pressure Sensor Systems
Biohybrid Systems
Wireless and Transponder Systems
Electronic Assistance Systems

Clean room
ASIC manufacturing
Microsystems technology MST Lab&Fab
inHaus-Center for intelligent rooms and building systems

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Scientific & technological
Study / initial design / Simulation
Proof of concept / Lab testing of basic experimental set-up/ Characterisation
Component/ breadboard / process development & testing
Prototyping (integrated system/ sub-system) development & testing
Pilot line / demonstration line / preseries

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CEA Tech is the CEA’s (the French Atomic Energy and Alternative Energy Commission) technology research unit. CEA Tech’s three labs—Leti, Liten, and List—develop a broad portfolio of technologies for ICTs, energy, and healthcare.
CEA Tech leverages a unique innovation-driven culture and unrivalled expertise to develop and disseminate new technologies for industry, effectively bridging the gap between the worlds of research and business.
CEA Tech also provides businesses with access to Key Enabling Technologies developed by other CEA operating divisions.

Since 2013, CEA Tech has opened branch offices in Toulouse, Bordeaux, and Nantes, and will step up its activities in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region.
The regional branch offices will work closely with local stakeholders and the main CEA Tech platforms in Grenoble and Saclay.
Their mission is to:
• Disseminate the KETs developed at the CEA to meet the needs of all industries
• Develop local research programs that round out existing programs and… Robotized X-ray tomography  for NDT :

A large scale shielded housing (9mx 6mx 4m)
Two cooperative robots moving on rails, with high precision and high repeatability
A micro-focus 225 kV X-ray generator
Various detectors: large FOV (400 mm x 400  mm), high pixelized (50 µm pixel size), multi-spectral (material discrimination)
A fatigue machine for in-situ cracks development imaging
Image processing and fast 3D reconstruction algorithms
Software simulation for inspection parameters optimization

. Robotised XR imaging facility

2D and 3D  NDT
Novel means to image, control and monitor large and /or complex parts 
Object adapted inspection (acquisition time decrease, high zoom-in over defined ROI)
Support to further developments of manufacturing technologies and emerging  processes (composites, blending , metal)
Non destructive characterization of internal defaults (inclusion, porosity, cracking) and their development  after mechanical  and/or acceleration weathering tests
in-situ mechanical study
Porosity mapping of additive manufacturing parts
Quality control
Structural integrity monitoring
Reverse engineering for numerical modelization inputs

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AIN (www.ain.es/en/) is a private non-profit Technological Center, owned by 120 industrial companies in Navarra, from all sectors: automotive, agro-food, paper, chemical, metal-mechanics, renewable energy and ICT. These companies stand for 72% of Navarre´s GDP. The company has participated in more than 40 funded European projects. AIN employs 75 people and 2016 turnover was nearly € 6M.

Main activities:

Advanced Surface Engineering

Advanced tribology

Coatings and intelligent materials

Biomaterials

Nanoparticles and nanocomposites

Mechatronics

​Vision and intelligent systems

Predictive Maintenance

Measurement, control and communications. Remote sensing

Advanced Engineering

Integrated project management (turnkey plant projects)

Energy efficiency, renewable energy and cogeneration studies

AIN is associated to ADITech (Advanced Innovation and Technology… http://www.ain.es/en/ 

AIN has a complete set of vacuum processing techniques and characterization systems for thin film tribological evaluation. A vacuum hybrid system PVD equipped with sputtering DC and cathodic arc evaporation can be seen in the picture below. The system allows the coating processing of medium size parts for stamping operation. Coating formulations attainable include tribological carbon-based materials, and the incorporation of additives such as W, Ni, Cr, or Si which permit to enhance the thermal stability of the carbon. 

Tribological, mechanical, chemical and microstructural analyses can be done in facilities present at AIN, such as nanoindentation (Hysitron), tribometers (CSM), SEM (Hitachi4800), AFM (Veeco), XRD (BrukerD8). All them allow a comprehensive analysis and diagnosis of coating performance against specific tribosystems and establish correlations with processing parameters. 
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Differential Added Value

AIN works in collaboration with other Technological Centers, Universities and Companies in the development of projects aimed at increasing the competitiveness of our customers by offering products and services with a differential added value:

•Cross – approach expert advice in technology development and industrial implementation

•Advanced Surface Engineering

•Information – Communication Technologies – Mechatronics

•Advanced Engineering
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The Fraunhofer Institute for Integrated Circuits IIS is one of Germany's most important industrial applied research facilities for the development of microelectronic systems. The scientists in the Division Engineering of Adaptive Systems EAS, located in Dresden, develop key technologies for the connected world of tomorrow. They work on design solutions for complex electronics as well as on intelligent components and innovative systems. The work of the Division is used in a broad range of industrial applications such as communications, automotive and automation technologies.

http://www.eas.iis.fraunhofer.de/en

 
The division offers a number of design software tools for faster and more effective IC design. These are compatible with typical standards, permitting easy integration into the design process of electronic systems. One goal of particular importance is a high design quality despite ever more complex systems. Thus, we take account of the growing requirements concerning reliability and robustness of systems.
. The services of Fraunhofer IIS/EAS in the business areas Design Methodology, Efficient Electronics and Distributed Data Processing & Control range from training and studies to the development of design methods and tools or even the realization of system components and systems.

The division assesses ideas for functionality or suitability for everyday conditions and analyzes the technical and technological feasibility of product ideas. Customers profit from outstanding know-how in the field of design automation for electronic systems. By applying knowledge and innovative solutions, the researchers aim at achieving a faster, more efficient and last but not least a more cost saving design of ICs and electronic products. 

Fraunhofer IIS/EAS offers comprehensive consulting in the development of systems. After an analysis phase, the researchers create a design concept and bring ideas to life, for example in the form of prototypes. They also assist and advise customers during the final series production.
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The Institute for Nanomaterials, Advanced Technology and Innovation is a research centre of the Technical University of Liberec (TUL). Its aim is to contribute to the development of the region, which is traditionally oriented to technical industries. The Institute connects the laboratories of the technical disciplines at TUL and cooperation with major players in industry. Research programs are focused on areas of material research and competitive engineering with an emphasis on the usability of the research and development results in practice. To search for a specific person or 3D visualization of our building use this application.
Institute for nanomaterials, advanced technology and innovation (CxI) is equipped with unique and modern machinery and equipment. CxI utilizes state-of-the-art equipment in laboratories to research projects developed under the flag of European Union and private business.

Analytic equipment

Microscopes and Visualization equipment

Measuring and digitizing equipment

Technology equipment

 
. The technical University in Liberec is the largest and most comprehensive research organization in the region of Liberec. The newly created Institute offers cutting-edge technology in the field of material research and engineering technology research. Research and technological base, at the Institute, meets the strictest criteria of the current requirements for research and serves as demanded support for commercial and other entities, in the form of contractual research. TUL has a tradition of long-term cooperation with the industry, which means an experienced staff and professional approach to our partners.
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Precend brings together public and private stakeholders with Non destructive testing (NDT) & Structural health monitoring (SHM) expertise, equipments or needs.

The cluster regroups many expertise centers: technical centers, equipment suppliers, laboratories, providers and manufacturers from various business sectors (automotive, composites, rail, marine, aerospace, steelworkers...)

The cluster's missions are

1) support companies in their projects:

proof of concept and lab testing
feasibility or comparative testing
technical assistance, product validation
expertise
custom prototypes developments

2) animate and promote the skills of the cluster's member:

technical workshops
publications
intelligence newsletter,..

The 3 mains points to remember are

neutrality and impartiality in the technical choices for the projects
personalized and adapter response for each demand
response based on a network of experts for a better access to technology expertise and… With PRECEND members, you can access all confirmed and innovative technologies in SHM and NDT :

Ultrasonic testing, Tofd, Phased-Array
Penetrant testing
Magnetic testing
Radiographic testing
Computed tomography
Instrumentation
Eddy testing
Acoustic emission
Leak testing
Infrared thermography
Optic fiber
SHM
Sensors
Laser
numerical modeling and simulation

Some of our members also have other skills: analysis and characterization of materials, simulation and thermal properties, robotics, surface preparation and treatment ...
. 1) support companies in their projects:

proof of concept and lab testing
feasibility or comparative testing
technical assistance, product validation
expertise
custom prototypes developments

2) animate and promote the skills of the cluster's member:

technical workshops
publications
intelligence newsletter,..

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The Fraunhofer IPMS with its 300 employees is dedicated to applied research and development at the highest international level in the fields of photonic microsystems, microsystems technologies, nanoelectronic technologies and wireless microsystems.Innovative processes and products which are based upon our various technologies can be found in all  large markets – such as information and communication technologies, consumer products, automobile technology, semi-conductor technology, measurement and medical technology. More than 50 percent of our annual operating expense of 35 million euros is financed by direct commissions from industry. Regarding micromechanical and photonic microsystems we offer complete solutions: From conception to component right up to complete systems. This includes sample and pilot production in our 1500 m² (15,000 ft²) clean room (ISO 14644-1 class 4) with qualified processes. In order to meet the challenging demands of our customers, our institute is certified according to the… The Fraunhofer IPMS operates a 15,000 square foot clean room for all customer technology development requirements, as well as pilot fabrication. Our MEMS and CMOS facility is rated at Class 4 according to ISO 14644-1 and Class 10 according to U.S. Standard 209E. We at Fraunhofer IPMS are open for a wide variety of cooperation models from complete research and development over direct customer use of our infrastructure and facilities, to foundry services for individual process steps, entire process modules, or complete pilot production projects. The clean room was planned and constructed according to the latest industry standards. With the extension of our process technology to the 200 mm wafer standard in the fourth quarter of 2015, we are able to create the conditions necessary to remain an attractive R & D service provider for More-than-Moore technologies.

The business unit CNT has its own infrastructure for process and material development on 300 mm wafers at its site at Königsbrücker Straße. The…. Fraunhofer IPMS offers its customers comprehensive services for the development of micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS) and micro-opto-electromechanical systems (MOEMS) on 150 mm / 200 mm wafers. These services range from technology feasibility studies to process development all the way to complete fabrication processes including in-line process monitoring, post-process electrical characterization, and full process and device qualification. If desired, we will drive a process and device development through to pilot production in our own facility, or transfer the technology to another facility designated by the customer. Besides the development and production of complete MEMS technologies, we provide foundry services for individual process steps as well as technology modules. We are able to offer these comprehensive services because of our deep technological expertise in the fields of surface and bulk micromachining. In addition, we have considerable experience combining these MEMS technologies with more…. Yes. service.

MEMS technology; IC technology; Micro and sensor technology; Optical radiation detectors; Microfluidic and bio-functionalized devices; Photonic materials and devices; Nanomaterials; Coating deposition; PV cells; Molecular diagnostics; Energy materials; Analytical characterization. 6 inchs micofabbrication area: 700 sqm ISO 4-5, full CMOS pilot line, DRIE, wafer bonder electroplating bulk micromachining, ISO 9001 certificated
Testing area 200 sqm: electrical testing, optical testing, PV cells efficiency
Integration and packaging area 60 sqm: micro assembly , screen printing; bonding, pull and share test
PECVD deposition equipment; ALD deposition equipment;
Biology Laboratory 600 sqm: Molecular and cell biology area, Optical spectroscopy area, Microscopy areas, Sequencing facility, Electrophysiology area, Chemical and biochemical area
Analytical facility: Mass spectrometry; Spectroscopy; Microscopy.
. Scientific & technological support - Study / initial design / Simulation - Proof of concept / Lab testing of basic experimental set-up- Material Characterization- Component/process development & testing – Prototype / demonstrator realization – Pilot line / demonstration line / preseries - Customized production – Biological testing - DNA-RNA deep sequencing (NGS) - Project elaboration support – In house courses. Yes. service.