\n\nFraunhofer-Gesellschaft is presenting its new technologies aimed at increasing resilience, efficiency, and sustainability in industrial systems at Hannover Messe 2026. The event focuses on the integration of data, artificial intelligence (AI), and advanced materials, supporting flexible and adaptable industrial value creation in uncertain global conditions.\n\n### Resilient Industry with Data Ecosystems and Artificial Intelligence\nFraunhofer offers solutions on how connected data systems and AI-powered processes can enhance industrial resilience. Through smart data lines, automated workflows, and digital twins, decision-making processes accelerate, and systems become more flexible.\n\nThese technologies form the basis of a digital supply chain where continuous data collection, verification, and optimization of production and logistics occur. Furthermore, data security is ensured through methods like \"secure unlearning,\" allowing the removal of specific data in distributed AI systems.\n\n### Digital Twins and Virtual Engineering Environments\nFraunhofer supports engineering and service development with integrated applications of digital twins, virtual visualization, and AI avatars. These systems enable virtual simulation of industrial processes, enhancing collaboration and reducing the need for physical prototypes.\n\n### Advanced Electronics and Semiconductor Integration\nHigh-performance packaging technologies are being introduced through APECS pilot line solutions. These developments focus on chip integration, thermal management, and reliability, creating compact and efficient electronic systems aligned with European semiconductor initiatives.\n\n### Circular Economy and Sustainable Materials\nIn exhibits focusing on resource efficiency and the circular economy, energy-saving recovery of critical raw materials from batteries using chemical-free electrochemical processes is demonstrated. Additionally, Thermo-Catalytic Reforming (TCR) technology, which converts biogenic waste into synthesis gas, bio-oil, and biochar, is presented.\n\nFraunhofer supports lightweight and sustainable construction, furniture, and packaging applications with Lignew foam material, a synthetic binder-free and recyclable wood-based material.\n\n### Industrial Applications in Agriculture and Energy Sectors\nBio-based fertilizers reduce the environmental impact of over-fertilization through controlled nutrient release, while technologies encompassing production, storage, transport, and industrial use in the hydrogen value chain are featured in the energy sector.\n\n### Optimization in Production and Logistics Systems\nMathematical optimization tools offer solutions for complex multivariate production planning. This enables businesses to increase production capacity while reducing costs and ensuring delivery reliability.\n\n### Global Collaboration and Industrial Transformation\nFraunhofer emphasizes the role of global innovation networks in industrial transformation and knowledge sharing through international projects conducted via its liaison office in Brazil.\n\nFraunhofer's applied research approach integrates artificial intelligence, data ecosystems, and sustainable technologies, enabling the creation of resilient and adaptable industrial systems in the face of global uncertainties.
