The lecture covers machine tools in production. It focuses on cutting and forming machine tools, their design and configuration, key functional components, and current aspects of digitalization and sustainability.

The students learn the usage of the event-driven Simulation for layout and operational optimisation of production lines by means of practical examples.

Control, closed loop control, processing of geometrical data, main drives, noise, flexibility, rationalization and automation, modern machine concepts, thermal and dynamic behavior

Technology of Virtual Reality. Human factors, Creation of virtual worlds, Lighting models, Display- and acoustic- systems, Tracking, Haptic/tactile interaction, Motion platforms, Virtual prototypes, Data exchange, VR Complete systems, Augmented reality, Collaboration systems; VR and Design; Implementation of the VR in the industry; Human Computer Interfaces (HCI).

This lecture provides deeper knowledge on the possible applications of virtual reality, its basic technolgy, and future research fields. The goal is to provide a strong knowledge on Virtual Reality for a possible future use in business processes.

The course provides a survey over the mostly used welding technologies and a basic metallurgical understanding for planning and realization of welded joints.