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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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BIMAQ at Drone Days 2026
BIMAQ at Drone Days 2026
As an engineering institute at the University of Bremen, BIMAQ—the Bremen Institute for Measurement Technology, Automation, and Quality Science—will present itself and its research activities at Drone Days 2026.
At BIMAQ, approximately 20 international researchers are working on innovative measurement systems for the investigation and optimization of manufacturing and flow processes. For many years, one of the institute’s primary research focuses has been optical and thermographic measurement systems for analyzing the aero- and structural dynamics of wind turbine rotor blades during operation. The research began with ground-based measurement technology, and in the meantime, several of the institute’s own drones have also been equipped with corresponding measurement systems. One of these, thanks to its internal combustion engine, is particularly well-suited for long flight times in offshore operations at wind farms in the North Sea.
The Drone Days are exciting for BIMAQ, as drones provide a suitable platform for delivering measurement systems to hard-to-reach locations. In this context, BIMAQ coordinates the DFG Priority Program 2433 “Measurement Technology on Flying Platforms,” in which 27 national research institutions are conducting basic research on drone-based measurement of parameters in the fields of geometry, position, vibrations and acoustics, solids and fluids, as well as gases and particles.
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"
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Master-Arbeit: Keno Krieger, M. Sc.
“KI-basierte Prognose der Stromerzeugung aus erneuerbaren Energien”
Congratulations!