BioPreg

This project aims to create a more sustainable and resource-optimized solution for the production of fiber-reinforced prepregs by combining bio-based materials, innovative manufacturing technologies, and advanced digital prediction mechanisms.

Conventional prepreg manufacturing is associated with high and problematic waste generation. By developing an online process for prepreg manufacturing, a lower volume of waste is achieved while maintaining identical mechanical properties. This approach represents a major advance in resource conservation and holds enormous potential for minimizing resin-contaminated textile waste from the FRP industry.

Furthermore, realistic and reliable modeling optimizes the use of natural fiber textiles in prepreg production. This creates ecological and economic incentives for users and lays the essential foundation for the transition from conventionally used carbon fibers to more climate-friendly alternatives.