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The research focus of the Bremen Institute for Metrology, Automation and Quality Science (BIMAQ) is the holistic investigation of optical measurement systems, which includes the design, realization, modelling, characterization and, finally, the application of novel measurement techniques. By applying a rigorous system-based analysis of the measurement systems, the limits of measurability and the respective uncertainty principles are investigated in order to determine and to surpass the limits of state-of-the-art approaches. Beyond pure measurement tasks, automation aspects and the application of quality controls is investigated as well. However, the core competence of BIMAQ is measurement system engineering, which is a key discipline for solving technical and overall social challenges.

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Awarding of the Deutsche WindGuard Young Scientists Award 2025 for Measurement Technology, Automation and Quality Science

In 2025, the DWG Young Talent Award was presented for the ninth time at BIMAQ for outstanding student work at the Bremen Institute for Metrology, Automation and Quality Science (BIMAQ) in the Faculty of Production Engineering at the University of Bremen. The prize is intended to promote young engineers and is sponsored by Deutsche WindGuard GmbH (DWG).

In awarding the prize, particular emphasis was placed on progress for science, metrological system understanding and the relevance of the research results for practical measurement tasks. The award is associated with prize money of 500 euros per master thesis.

2025 the awards went to:

Master-Arbeit: Janos Ritter, M. Sc.

"High-Resolution Laser Triangulation Measurements from Large Working Distances"

and

Master-Arbeit: Keno Krieger, M. Sc.

“KI-basierte Prognose der Stromerzeugung aus erneuerbaren Energien”

Congratulations!

Open House with the Mouse: BIMAQ invites children to explore the world of technology

On October 3, 2025, the Bremen Institute for Measurement Technology, Automation, and Quality Science (BIMAQ) at the University of Bremen opened its doors to curious children. As part of the nationwide WDR action day “Open Doors with the Mouse,” we showed how exciting technology can be, especially measurement and automation technology.

Hands-on technology, participation, and amazement: At five interactive stations, children could pop balloons and make this visible with a high-speed camera, take an infrared photo of themselves and take it home, and set robots in motion to keep chocolate production going! There was also great enthusiasm for the skill competition, where time was measured using light barriers. And, of course, for steering drones through an obstacle course so that the mouse could get its well-deserved cheese. So there was no shortage of fun and games, in keeping with this year's motto “PlayTime.”

The available spots were quickly booked up in advance, and almost 60 children came with their families. But it wasn't just the numerous children and their families who were enthusiastic; the entire BIMAQ team was also actively involved on site. We were delighted by the enormous interest, even from outside the region, and the overwhelming feedback, and we would like to say: Thank you, dear children, for visiting us!