OPeraTIC at the Forefront of Laser Innovation!
Last week, Sebastian Eilzer (Photonic Tools) took the stage at the 14. Mittweidaer Lasertagung, and Paul Froemel (Photonic Tools) shared insights at Lasers in Manufacturing 2025 — both highlighting recent advances in hollow-core fiber beam delivery modules. The presentations covered: Key considerations for industrial integration Latest performance updates on transmittable pulse energies, beam quality, long-term […]
Dresden Science Night
On June 20, OPeraTIC took part in the Dresden Science Night, one of Germany’s largest public science events, attracting over 46,000 visitors. Robert Baumann from TU Dresden introduced attendees to OPeraTIC’s innovative work in ultrafast pulsed laser-based manufacturing and the potential of AI-driven surface processing. He also encouraged young visitors to explore STEM fields, highlighting […]
OPeraTIC Reaches Key Integration Milestone
The OPeraTIC project has achieved a major technical milestone with the successful integration of QiOVA’s Direct Laser Writing (DLW) module into its modular laser processing platform. This development marks an important step toward OPeraTIC’s goal of delivering next-generation, AI-driven laser manufacturing solutions for large-scale industrial applications. The integration was carried out last month during a […]
New Publication on Synthetic Data
We’re pleased to announce a new scientific contribution from the OPeraTIC project team, published in Springer – Advances in Artificial Intelligence in Manufacturing II. Title: Synthetic Data for AI-Powered Ultrafast Laser Based Micro-structuring Method DescriptionAuthors: Beatriz Blanco-Filgueira (AIMEN), Tamara Delgado García (AIMEN), Andrea Gregores (AIMEN), Céline Petit (LASEA), David Bruneel (LASEA), Pablo Romero (AIMEN), and […]
New Publication on Virtual Prototyping
We’re proud to share a new research article from the OPeraTIC project, published in Machines (MDPI) under The Kinematics and Dynamics of Mechanisms and Robots. Title: Virtual Prototyping of a Novel Manipulator for Efficient Laser Processing of Complex Large PartsAuthors: Antonio Pandolfi (K-Loops), Sergio Ferrarini (K-Loops), Pietro Bilancia (Unimore), and Marcello Pellicciari (Unimore) The study […]
Lasers Lighting Up a Greener Future: A Recap
Beginning of April, OPeraTIC hosted a virtual panel featuring five incredible women in photonics and manufacturing, who shared how lasers are shaping a greener, smarter future — from cleaning graffiti to filtering water. The speakers, with backgrounds in physics, chemistry, and engineering, showed there’s no single path into photonics. None imagined working with lasers as […]
Photonic Tools Visits AIMEN
31 March to April 4, our colleagues Paul Froemel (Photonic Tools) and Tamara Delgado (AIMEN) were installing the beam delivery modules developed by Photonic Tools in the AIMEN laboratory dedicated to the OPeraTIC project. These modules consist of: Beam Launching System (BLS): optical module for preparing the laser beam to be guided through the optical […]
General Assembly 2025
On April 9–10, the OPeraTIC consortium came together to share progress, align on goals, and strengthen collaboration. A highlight was the Exploitation Workshop led by Daniela Ríos from Steinbeis Europa Zentrum, focusing on turning innovation into real-world value. A big thank you to all our partners for their active participation and commitment. With strong momentum […]
Voices in Photonics & Manufacturing: A Recap
Last week, we hosted an inspiring virtual panel talk with five incredible women in photonics and manufacturing. The discussion covered topics like networking, overcoming challenges, and recognizing achievements in the industry. The panelists highlighted the importance of making connections in unexpected places, like running clubs. They emphasized that equality benefits everyone and that real change […]
Lasers Lighting Up a Greener Future
How can lasers help build a more sustainable world? What is it like to work in this cutting-edge field? And how can you start your own journey? This is a panel talk perfect for young minds.
