Research & Development

Projects

In R&D at CAMPUS 02, methodological developments are pursued, internationally significant topics are further developed in consortia and, above all, beneficial problem solutions are realised in application-oriented projects with business partners. Innovative approaches and innovative solutions to increase the competitiveness of companies take centre stage here.

Our strategic focus is on small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Most of our co-operation partners come from this sector, although we also count many leading Styrian companies (Magna Steyer, SIEMENS, AT&S, Weitzer Parkett etc.) among our customers.

Projects at CAMPUS 02 UAS

Projects for & with companies

In the application-orientated projects with business partners, the aim is to solve the problem to the greatest possible benefit of the business partner.

Although the work here is based on the state of the art, the cost situation of the cooperation partner is taken into account, as is the appropriateness of the complexity of the technical solution for the problem. These projects are realised professionally by small, efficient teams and focus on the customer's objectives.

This project segment is one of CAMPUS 02 UAS' great strengths and it can point to a wealth of experience and good co-operations with remarkable results.

Driverless transport system

In co-operation with CAMPUS 02 University of Applied Sciences and Magna Steyr AG & CO KG, several sub-functions of automated C-parts management are being researched as part of the project.

Smart refrigerator

A fridge from which employees can take drinks without being constantly monitored and still pay securely - an option that the market does not offer. Not yet.

Development of a straightening process for costume jewellery wire pins

Modern technology gives companies the opportunity to work more efficiently and effectively.

INSTAF

The INSTAF project is concerned with the development of innovative, complex heat exchangers and mirror structures using additive manufacturing techniques.

PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENT OF SERVICE INNOVATIONS

There is still no practical and scientifically based evaluation system for the ongoing improvement and performance measurement of innovative services. 

INNOVATION MODEL BIG PICTURE TM - THE GRAZ INNOVATION MODEL

The BIG PictureTM innovation model is a holistic, strategy-orientated and cyclical model.

FRIDAR - Frugal innovations through authentic regional resources

Many Styrian areas, formerly industrial or agricultural regions, are struggling with the loss of regional authenticity.

INSOLVENCY PREVENTION FOR SMALL BUSINESSES

Small businesses are disproportionately affected by corporate insolvency. But how can this be avoided as far as possible?

Projects in method development

In the methodological area, instruments and "tools" suitable for SMEs are primarily being developed to make it easier for companies to proceed in the same targeted and structured manner as large companies with better resources.
The results are, for example, suitable guidelines for SMEs for the direct implementation of the results in the company. The thematic focus here is on the Innovation Management and Information Technologies & Business Informatics (IWI) degree programme. The work is aimed at adapting and developing methods and toolsets to enable systematic innovation for SMEs. The work of the experts in the field of information technologies is focussed on the topic of Smart Services and Smart DATA Services.

SMART PRODUCTION & SERVICE SOLUTIONS

The Interreg project SMART PRODUCTION AND SERVICE SOLUTIONS focussed on production-oriented SMEs. The aim was to identify solutions to challenges and create growth in expertise.

PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENT OF SERVICE INNOVATIONS

There is still no practical and scientifically based evaluation system for the ongoing improvement and performance measurement of innovative services.

INSTAF

The INSTAF project is concerned with the development of innovative, complex heat exchangers and mirror structures using additive manufacturing techniques.

Competence centre for digital development in Graz

Together with NOKIA and Citycom, the Automation Technology degree programme at CAMPUS 02 University of Applied Sciences is launching a competence centre for digital development in Graz.

TTTEA – TRANSNATIONAL TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER ENTERPRISE AGENTS

Global competition has generated a need among all the enterprises, and especially small and middle enterprises (SMEs), to adjust their strategies for their survival.

FRIDAR - FRUGAL INNOVATIONS THROUGH AUTHENTIC REGIONAL RESOURCES

Many Styrian areas, formerly industrial or agricultural regions, are struggling with the loss of regional authenticity.

Innovation model BIG Picture TM - The Graz innovation model

The BIG PictureTM innovation model is a holistic, strategy-orientated and cyclical model.

SAFE AND INTELLIGENT WORKSPACES

The "Safe and Intelligent Workspaces" project aims to create a safe, efficient and progressive working environment with the help of artificial intelligence, digital assistance systems and data from Styrian industrial companies.

INCREASING EFFICIENCY FOR MICRO-ENTERPRISES THROUGH DIGITISATION IN ACCOUNTING

In order to provide its members with the best possible support, the project with the Federal Association of Austrian Accountants (BÖB) aims to demonstrate the advantages and disadvantages of digitalisation in accounting.

FAMILY BUSINESSES IN THE DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

In response to the question of how family businesses can responsibly shape their future, CAMPUS 02 University of Applied Sciences has developed an overall model with which this special type of company can be optimally prepared, accompanied and supported for a digital transformation.

GO2 BENELUX & SCANDINAVIA

The main objective is to increase the number of internationally orientated SMEs in the cross-border sector.

Projects on topic development

Analyses and "best practice" comparisons on various overarching topics are compiled in the thematic developments.
An international consortium is currently working on topics relating to the new manufacturing technologies and processes and their possible limits of use in practice. The results include experiences from other countries and regions on the optimal use of this technology in practice. The experiences are processed accordingly, integrated into the methodological projects and teaching and thus utilised and passed on.

3D CENTRAL: KNOWLEDGE-TRANSFER IN THE FIELD OF SMART ENGINEERING AND RAPID PROTOTYPING

3DCENTRAL aims at connecting “islands of innovation” to a stable network of regions for innovation.

COMPETENCE CENTRE FOR DIGITAL DEVELOPMENT IN GRAZ

Together with NOKIA and Citycom, the Automation Technology degree programme at CAMPUS 02 University of Applied Sciences is launching a competence centre for digital development in Graz.

IMPROVE!

IMPROVE! aims to specifically strengthen the innovative power of young SMEs and start-ups in the ATHU region for digitalisation, engineering and entrepreneurship.

PIA – PICTURES OF THE FUTURE FOR AGRICULTURE

The central aim of PIA is to develop the areas of expertise required for digitalised agriculture.

GMK - BUSINESS MODEL CONFIGURATOR

A business model innovation introduces a new logic to how a company generates value for its customers and itself.

METSET

Identification of opinion leaders, enabler technologies and technology adoption paths for smart energy technologies

NON-FINANCIAL REPORTING: COMPARATIVE PRESENTATION OF THE IMPLEMENTATION STATUS OF THE EU DIRECTIVE BASED ON SELECTED COMPANIES IN AUSTRIA, GERMANY AND SWITZERLAND

RISK MANAGEMENT IN SMALL AND MEDIUM-SIZED ENTERPRISES

Procurement and risk management in Austrian SMEs - current status, significance and future developments

INNOVATION AND RESILIENCE AT FAMILY-RUN GLOBAL AND EUROPEAN MARKET LEADERS FROM AUSTRIA

The primary research objective of this study, which was conducted on behalf of the Julius Raab Foundation, was to analyse why family-run global and European market leaders from Austria are so innovative.

RISK MANAGEMENT IN SMALL AND MEDIUM-SIZED ENTERPRISES

Procurement and risk management in Austrian SMEs - current status, significance and future developments

Activities

CAMPUS 02 University of Applied Sciences provides the knowledge to make new technologies and developments usable for Styrian companies. In order to actively transfer this knowledge to the economy, various activities are organised in addition to cooperative R&D projects in order to disseminate information to entrepreneurs.

The breadth of activities ranges from regular, recognised specialist events such as "ServTec" for service engineering and smart services or "Innovation for Automation" in automation technology to longer-term projects to support innovation performance in Styria, such as the "Innolab" and the numerous innovation guidelines for SMEs at CAMPUS 02 UAS.

Every two years, a selection is made from the large number of projects from different subject areas for the CAMPUS 02 internal R&D award. 

Initiatives

Logo Plattform Automatisierungstechnik

Plattform Automatisierungstechnik Steiermark is an independently co-operating cross-sector network for companies active in this field.

Logo Styrian Service Cluster

The aim of the Styrian Service Cluster is to play an active role in shaping developments in the service sector.

Research & Development

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