This area deals with tribological investigations and development of machine elements up to complete systems which are mainly located in the automotive sector.

In this area the use of methods in development processes is investigated. In addition, solution concepts for the methodical realisation of complex technical systems are developed with the help of systems engineering.

Sensor technology and smart machine components are increasingly becoming a fixed component in the mobility sector. In this area, current challenges are identified, sensor solutions are developed and prototypes are tested in a test bench environment.