Fraunhofer Institute for Ceramic Technologies and Systems IKTS
We research for security
Defense and security are becoming more important in times of social and political turbulence. The outstanding properties of structural and functional ceramics combined with advanced manufacturing processes offer unique solutions for defense applications with highest reliability. Ceramic components are used wherever other materials reach their limits, e.g. :
- Transparent ceramics for ballistic protection
- 3D ceramic reinforcements for personal and vehicle protection
- Sensor and sensor systems for use in harsh environments
- High-frequency and radar applications for use in the air, on land and in the water
- Mobile energy supply for disaster control, security and surveillance
- Mobile systems for oxygen generation
- Monitoring of critical systems and infrastructure (special equipment for on-site material testing and SHM)
We support customers in the development and validation of new materials, components and complex overall systems - from initial feasibility studies to complete product development and testing.