Technology offers and latest inventions of the TLB GmbH
Here you will find the latest technology offers from 30 scientific institutions in Baden-Württemberg and other research institutions that are already protected by intellectual property rights. All technologies and innovations can be searched according to the different technology areas.
Our innovation managers have evaluated and tested these technologies according to economic and patent law criteria. Further information can be obtained directly from our innovation team.
- Read moreReference ID : 20/035TLB
Here, an extremely simple and effective screening method for the identification of cell-compatible drugs against viruses such as SARS-CoV-2,...
2D printable inorganic n-type thermoelectric materials for printable flexible high power density TEG
Read moreReference ID : 19/067TLBScientists at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology have developed environmentally stable and 2D printable inorganic thermoelectric materials on an Ag-Se n-type basis with high thermoelectric (TE)…
- Read moreReference ID : 18/117TLB & 18/118TLB
Scientists at the University of Stuttgart have developed two new methods for spatially resolved single-shot FT spectroscopy, which can be used to obtain hyperspectral image information of moving...
- Read moreReference ID : 16/059TLB
Nanoscopic zoomlenses, dynamic beam steering and holograms – thanks to an inventive combination of metamaterial on top of a phase change material, all...
- Read moreReference ID : 14/101TLB
Using an optical or electrical signal to change the chirality and therefore the optical activity in either the visible, infrared or THz spectrum for a...
- Read moreReference ID : 13/093TLB
Plasmonic nano-antenna made of Yttrium dihydride have optical properties, that can be changed reversely by adding hydrogen without being sensitive to...
- Read moreReference ID : 16/125TLB
Complex optics in small devices – by using several diffractive optical elements this is now possible. The optical elements are printed in one piece...
- Read moreReference ID : 18/079TLB
This technology (antenna array and algorithm) enables the precise identification of metallic objects and reduces electromagnetic reflection...
- Read moreReference ID : 16/051TLB
Laser amplifiers play an important role in industrial production processes. A constant high quality of the laser pulses is indispensable for an...
- Read moreReference ID : 13/078TLB
This robust trepanning optics with only one rotating element (grid mirror) offers great flexibility with regard to the realizable drill diameter/...
- Read moreReference ID : 13/027TLB
These broadband grating waveguide mirrors with a diffraction efficiency of 99.7 %, that are as well polarization and wavelength selective, can be...
- Read moreReference ID : 11/019TLB
The emitting spectral bandwidth of laser diodes for semiconductor diode lasers is optimally reduced to a very small range. Resonant waveguide grating...
- Read moreReference ID : 19/044TLB
Researchers at the University of Konstanz, Germany have developed a mineral plastic foam that, as a bio-inspired hybrid material, can solve many of the problems associated with conventional...
- Read moreReference ID : 14/058TLB
This technology provides the fundamental for a native wound gel that is capable of comprehensive treatment of deep and large area wounds. Due to...
- Read moreReference ID : 20/022TLB
2D electrocatalysts have been developed as a new class of high performance electrocatalysts. Due to the need to replace the scarce precious metal...
- Read moreReference ID : 16/072TLB
A laser soldering process has been developed that outranges existing methods. The big advantage of disc lasers is that the laser active material can...
- Read moreReference ID : 15/058TLB
Thanks to a clever design of the laser disk itself, the depolarization caused by the two heat spreaders can be neutralized. This creates a very...
- Read moreReference ID : 15/057TLB
The development of a new kind of head spreader allows to control the contact surface between laser disc and head spreader. Through this invention, the...
- Read moreReference ID : 17/038TLB
Instead of letting the seed beam cross the pump spot as often as 80 times, now a much smaller seed beam can be used for gridding the pump spot,...
- Read moreReference ID : 14/082TLB
Due to the role of epigenetics in a vast array of diseases, the study of epigenetic mechanisms has become one of the most rapidly growing fields of biology. Amongst others, epigenetic...
- Read moreReference ID : 14/005TLB
With these customized filter banks, error classifications with significantly higher selectivity and better detection rates can be achieved. The method can be easily integrated as software into...
- Read moreReference ID : 16/111TLB
This evaluation system for human-machine interactions based on gaze-based parameters for the first time does justice to the inter- and intraindividual characteristics of the user. Especially in the...
- Read moreReference ID : 18/037TLB
The recurring fire protection test for intumescent systems can be carried out minimally invasive directly on site by means of this compact test chamber; for the first time the uncomplicated and...
- Read moreReference ID : 18/010TLB
An additive joining technique developed at the University of Stuttgart makes it possible to connect individual components with each other positively using fiber-reinforced pins without ...
- Read moreReference ID : 16/085TLB
This technology increases the efficiency of DC-DC converters by maintaining the maximum possible inductance value (MET) under all operating conditions. The technology is particularly suitable for...
- Read moreReference ID : 16/053TLB
During the transfer and further processing of CAD data, the data transformation is decisive for the processing scope available later. With this transformation algorithm, objects are transformed point...
- Read moreReference ID : 18/095TLB
This new and uniquely potent compound effectively insulates signal-based attack coordination among pathogenic germs and the associated toxin production. This prevents the spread and at the same time...
- Read moreReference ID : 17/101TLB
The new concept of evaluation for bridge circuits offers the possibility of simultaneous determination of the change in resistance and temperature without the use of additional temperature sensors...
- Read moreReference ID : 16/100TLB
By cleverly combining two conventional methods together with a feedback strategy for mutual improvement, topography and hyperspectral measurements can now be performed in parallel on...
- Read moreReference ID : 10/090TLB
The 'robust one-shot interferometry' (ROSI) developed at the University of Stuttgart has been optimized in several aspects and now offers a miniaturized, robust and long-term stable as well...
- Read moreReference ID : 15/053TLB
This system, already realized as prototype, is capable of analyzing the oil content or other parameters in individual seeds from a bulk of seeds as well as sorting the individual seeds based on their...
COMPASS - Compact Multi-Pass Amplifier System: Powerful ultra-short pulse laser amplifier (kW range)
Read moreReference ID : 15/061TLBThis multi-pass amplifier concept offers a previously unequalled output power in the kW range with a compact design and various scaling and modification options.
- Read moreReference ID : 16/058TLB
Foveated imaging for conventional image sensors with constant pixel pitch, cost-effectively manufactured in the smallest space. The functionality of these optics can be compared to that of an eagle...
- Read moreReference ID : 16/132TLB
5-Ketofructose (5-KF) is the perfect sweetener. Thanks to the inventive method it is now possible to produce the substance efficiently and cost-effectively. For the first time, a natural product...
- Read moreReference ID : 18/091TLB
This hand exoskeleton allows the hand to regain its moving ability, e.g. in paralysis after a stroke. Thanks to its modular design, the exoskeleton can be individually adapted to the conditions of...
- Read moreReference ID : 14/067TLB
This measuring instrument is able to determine the continuous wave power share of the total power of a pulsed laser reliably. This information is very helpful for the development of pulsed lasers and...
- Read moreReference ID : 15/022TLB
The invention combines several advantages of conventional systems and offers a simple possibility to realize 'temporary microwells' on a cell substrate. In addition, the new arrays ensure...
Fighting gonorrhea – selective antibacterial agents against multidrug-resistant pathogenic gonococci
Read moreReference ID : 17/099TLBThis highly effective and specific antimicrobial agent is suitable for the treatment and prevention of gonococci (gonorrhea). It uses a previously unused mechanism against Neisseria gonorrhoeae and...
- Read moreReference ID : 13/057TLB
Thanks to a newly developed adaptive and interference-insensitive mini-optic, high-resolution magnetic resonance imaging can now be performed with integrated light microscopy. The combination also...
- Read moreReference ID : 13/099TLB
The method developed at RWTH Aachen University enables the identification of immune primers using OTR monitoring in a new and very efficient way. Areas of application include plant protection, but...
- Read moreReference ID : 14/036TLB
This efficient sealing method for multi-layer, woven, three-dimensional fluid containers enables a wide range of applications in a wide variety of industries.The sealing process can also be...
- Read moreReference ID : 12/068TLB
This technique offers for the first time the possibility of reliable correlative microscopy by means of a cost-effective extension of existing systems. - Identify objects and view them in different...
- Read moreReference ID : 17/009TLB
The easily reproducible and cost-effective 3D cell framework, whose macroporous structure consists of shape memory material, allows the absorption and release of cells more gently than conventional...
- Read moreReference ID : 17/052TLB
With this new process, structured substrates can be laminated without damaging or narrowing the underlying functional structure. The method is simple and cost-effective, suitable for different...
- Read moreReference ID : 16/098TLB
In a project funded by the Baden-Württemberg Stiftung gGmbH, the Fraunhofer-Institut für Werkstoffmechanik IWM has developed an improved pre-treatment process for diamond-coated carbide tools. A...
- Read moreReference ID : 17/027TLB
This innovative esophageal catheter has advanced sensors and electrodes that enable comprehensive tissue parameters to be recorded during catheter ablation. Additional sensor technology on the remote...
- Read moreReference ID : 15/080TLB
The invention developed at the University of Konstanz allows for the highly selective detection of epigenetic nucleobases in freely selectable sequences. For the first time, the nucleobases...
- Read moreReference ID : 13/016TLB
The biological age can reliably be determined with this innovative biomarker set consisting of 30 newly identified biomarkers with a high correlation to the aging process.
- Read moreReference ID : 16/086TLB
To obtain best quality and quantity results for plant growth in soils and substrates, knowledge of the water and ion content of the soil and thus the dosage of irrigation and fertilizer is...
- Read moreReference ID : 16/024TLB
Conventional procedures rely on relatively harsh methods for the release of cells from hydrogels, such as temperature increases, the use of UV radiation or enzymes (e.g. proteases). The decomposition...
- Read moreReference ID : 16/006TLB
A new structural class with antibiotic activity was developed from the privileged structure of bacterial signal molecules. The compounds are characterized by a high level of activity and selectivity...
- Read moreReference ID : DWI_Q-Primer
"Q-primers" are ammonium compounds, which make it possible to permanently functionalize virtually any surface. It is an environmentally friendly and cost-effective process that allows the...
- Read moreReference ID : 16/060TLB
Currently, there are only very few, costly synthetic routes for the production of ultra long-chain compounds, as they typically rely on tedious multistep reaction sequences. At the...
- Read moreReference ID : 16/056TLB
At the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), a new platform concept for the formulation of highly conductive, printable pastes has been developed. Corresponding pastes are free of polymeric or...
- Read moreReference ID : 14/092TLB
Optical fibers are particularly well suited for long-distance data transmission, as the attenuation losses are significantly lower than e.g. when using copper conductors. Scientists at the University...
- Read moreReference ID : 14/022TLB
In order to increase the storage stability and shelf life of milk, a new treatment process has been developed at Hohenheim University, one that also requires comparatively low treatment...
- Read moreReference ID : 09/094TLB
The novel rope termination for high-strength fiber ropes is a permanent, form-fitting connection which is both durable and strong. In addition, it allows for easy integration of sensor-based monitoring...
- Read moreReference ID : 12/105TLB
The Institute of Combustion and Power Plant Technology (IFK) of the University of Stuttgart has developed a measuring device for use in coal power plants. The device allows for permanent monitoring...
- Read moreReference ID : 13/055TLB
The use of silicon as anode material promises high theoretical energy density in lithium-ion batteries. However, the volume of a silicon-based anode may increase substantially during lithiation. In...
- Read moreReference ID : 14/058TLB
During a joint research project scientists at the University of Stuttgart and the University of Konstanz developed an ECM with functional groups (clickECM) which is covalently and thus firmly bonded...
- Read moreReference ID : 14/015TLB
The Institute of Aircraft Design (IFB) at the University of Stuttgart developed a flexible pressure roll mechanism for braiding machines, which significantly improves the automated braiding of...
- Read moreReference ID : 14/013TLB
When producing rear contact solar cells, both negatively and positively doped areas need to be produced on the rear of the solar cell. Moreover, the front side of the solar cell has to be...
- Read moreReference ID : 14/001TLB
Scientists from Stuttgart University developed a flexible high-density fibreboard with slip-resistant and shock-absorbent properties. The fibreboard consists of 80 % to 90 % straw, a natural, ...
- Read moreReference ID : 13/107TLB
At Aalen University, a novel composite material and a production process thereof was developed which makes the structural and material separation of current collector and cathode material...
- Read moreReference ID : 13/085TLB
For the production of rechargeable batteries, it is desirable to use silicon as anode material in Li-ion batteries. The use of silicon anodes theoretically increases battery capacity tenfold compared...
- Read moreReference ID : 13/072TLB
Monocrystalline solar cells that are produced using the relatively inexpensive CZ method (Czochralski method) display a noticeable drop in efficiency of more than 1 % in absolute figures under...
- Read moreReference ID : 13/035TLB
A new embodiment of a braiding machine was developed at the Institute of Aircraft Design (IFB) of Stuttgart University. It features a thread positioning unit which forms a secondary ring of...
- Read moreReference ID : 13/014TLB
Epigenetic modifications at the 5-position of cytosine in DNA provide important clues for diseases such as neurological disorders and a range of cancers. Scientists at the University of Konstanz have...
- Read moreReference ID : 13/009TLB
Scientist at the University of Stuttgart, Germany, have developed a new microtip measuring catheter that is equipped with a triaxial acceleration sensor and several pressure sensors around its...
- Read moreReference ID : 13/003TLB
In cooperation with Italian partners, Karlsruhe University of Applied Sciences recently developed a new type of anti-fouling coating on membranes with scalable retention to improve the quality of...
- Read moreReference ID : 11/025TLB
An innovative, energy-saving heat forming method has been developed at the University of Stuttgart for the fabrication of thermoplastic molded parts, in particular fibre-reinforced composites from...
- Read moreReference ID : 12/022TLB
A novel divergent nozzle design, which provides for a homogeneous flow profile even at long distances from the nozzle exit, was developed at the University of Stuttgart. The flow profile is optimized...
- Read moreReference ID : 12/006TLB & 18/027TLB
Within a project of the Baden-Württemberg Stiftung a novel surface technology has been developed that can hold gas molecules between a surface and surrounding liquids. Such a material could be...
- Read moreReference ID : 11/112TLB
The novel MEDUSA technology for turbocharging combustion engines fits the current trend to downsize engines perfectly. The optimal inflow into the turbine, particularly at low speeds of revolution,...
- Read moreReference ID : 11/014TLB
Researchers at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) have developed a novel, simple and potentially cost-saving production process for macro-porous ceramics. The process is based on the use of...
- Read moreReference ID : 09/113TLB
The new Soft Switching Three Level Inverter (S3L–Inverter) is of striking simplicity and is therefore inexpensive. Because of the underlying principle, it works without losses and thus with maximum...
- Read moreReference ID : 08/022TLB
Researchers at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) have successfully developed low-cost, fluorescent dyes with especially high light intensities. These inorganic–organic hybrid dyes can be...
- Read moreReference ID : 057/06TLB
The breakdown monitoring which is the object of this invention is achieved in real time by means of a photo diode which is integrated in the semiconductor device. During a breakdown a p-n junction...
- Read moreReference ID : 165/05TLB
The efficiency of solar cells made of CZ silicon decreases by more than 1 % in absolute figures under sunlight within a few hours (light induced degradation - LID). At the University of Konstanz...
- Read moreReference ID : 17/041TLB
This radar technology was developed to determine distances between objects and objects’ material properties. In contrast to conventional radar methods, the receiver is decoupled from the...
Ultrafast separating and positioning of pulsed laser beams by means of an optical circulating device
Read moreReference ID : 11/034TLBIn addition to developing high-power and high repetition rate laser sources it is essential to implement versatile and precise positioning of the individual pulses on the workpiece in order to...
- Read moreReference ID : 18/085TLB
This mobile intensity tracker for solar module production withstands the high temperatures in a continuous furnace belt for a short time and can...
Reverse Fingerprinting: Identification of potential security risks associated with internet services
Read moreReference ID : 18/071TLBThis method makes it possible to remotely check the software versions offered by a service provider without having to rely on dedicated interfaces or provider-side ...
- Read moreReference ID : 10/061TLB
By using suitable components, it is now possible to selectively switch the interaction of the laser pulses with the resonator elements on and off for each cycle of the pulses...
- Read moreReference ID : 19/014TLB
This on-chip optofluidic array with organic lasers is ideal for rapid on-site investigation of any analyte that absorbs (itself or its products of a specific detection reaction) in the...
- Read moreReference ID : 10/057TLB
This heavy duty anchor is specially designed to withstand the dynamic loads of earthquakes. The load on the fastenings is reduced so that the assembled components are less stressed (pipes, falling...
- Read moreReference ID : 10/069TLB
With the new method, developed at University of Stuttgart, the temporal sequence of the laser pulses can be exactly adapted to the relative speed of the machining station. Conversely, the machining...
- Read moreReference ID : 18/034TLB
The new area confocal scanning microscopy (ACMS) is uniquely suited to optical non-contact measurements such as surface inspection and 3D measurement technology. Compared to customary measuring...
- Read moreReference ID : 19/027TLB
Development of eukaryotic cells is regulated by a complex regulatory network of epigenetic signals, thus faulty epigenetic states can cause oncogenic transformation and tumor development. To analyze...
- Read moreReference ID : 18/109TLB
The new direct patterning procedure for semiconductors provides the possibility to create new, delicate layouts and designs for micro- and nanoelectronics.The invention is based on a simple...
- Read moreReference ID : 18/123TLB
Using the new Laser Pattern Shift Method (LPSM) films can be analyzed through a transparent window. The design of the system is comparatively inexpensive and, in combination with...