Discover some of our R&D Projects
FLASH Project
This collaborative initiative, part of the Horizon Twin-Transition call, brings together 18 partners from academia, research institutions, and industry. The project’s goal is to transform manufacturing by developing future-ready, highly customizable, and energy-efficient laser-based production systems. These systems aim to deliver precise photon distribution for applications such as cutting, drilling, welding, cladding, and micro-machining.
Smart Sensor
This project aims to provide in-situ monitoring of the cutting process to minimize process time, rework and increase yield. This project uses a fusion of various sensors along with machine learning to classify the process quality. As part of the project, Synova is contributing to the integration of three distinct laser sources into a specially engineered coupling unit. Building on our established dual-laser integration platform, this module is being adapted to accommodate a third laser beam. This innovative system enables multi-wavelength processing, from short pulses to high-power operations.
SIMULANT
STIMULANT aims to develop and demonstrate “surface integrity conscious” hybridisation of machining processes for safety-critical aeroengine parts that is able to deliver a step-change in Material Removal Rates (MRR) and reduction in production costs.
Effortless Diamond Turning for Optical and Mechanical Functional Parts
This innovative project builds on the results of a comprehensive six-month feasibility study carried out in collaboration with leading industry partners such as Richemont, XRnanotech, Qnami, NanoCut Sàrl, as well as renowned research institutions such as the Paul Scherrer Institute. The outcome marks a significant breakthrough in developing a solution for effortless diamond turning of optical and mechanical functional parts.
R&D Partners
Technische Universität Darmstadt
TU Darmstadt is a public research university in the city of Darmstadt, Germany. It carries out research in three major fields: Energy and Environment, Information and Intelligence, Matter and Materials.
EMPA
The Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology (EMPA) links cutting-edge research in materials science and technology to practical applications with the goal of tackling the primary challenges facing industry and society.
MTC
The MTC provides an industrial scale factory demonstration facility where technology can be refined and tested in close collaboration with industry. The center’s key research themes include “Intelligent Automation”, “Advanced Tooling & Fixturing” and “Metrology”.
University Basel
The University of Basel is the oldest university in Switzerland. As a high-profile comprehensive university with several faculties, it provides optimal research conditions and is nationally and internationally well connected.
Swerim AB
Swerim AB is a research institute based in Sweden. It conducts industrial research and development concerning metals and their route from raw material to finished product.
University of Nottingham
The University of Nottingham is a leading university in England. It is placed 7th in the UK for research power. The university delivers sustainable solutions to complex global challenges, from healthcare to future transport.
Fraunhofer Institute
The Fraunhofer Institute is a leading organization for applied research in Europe. Its research activities are conducted by 76 institutes and research units at different locations throughout Germany.
Paul Scherrer Institute
The Paul Scherrer Institute (PSI) is a multi-disciplinary research institute for natural and engineering sciences in Switzerland. It performs world-class research in three main subject areas: Matter and Material, Energy and Environment, and Human Health.
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