Ongoing research projects

The Bavarian Laser Center is currently involved in a wide variety of research projects. Below is an overview of our activities with our partners.

We are developing

Technologies

further.

Laser beam welding projects

Laser-based surface processing

Projects involving structuring, removing, cutting, and cleaning

Additive manufacturing projects

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Development of a modular, scalable and space-optimized high-voltage battery system kit (SBBhybrid)

Within the SBBhybrid project, a large consortium is researching hydrogen technology. This involves addressing a multitude of challenges. We are actively involved through gas- and media-tight welding of a wide variety of materials, from thin films to thick sheets.

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High-throughput coating of tool steels while avoiding defects by controlling cooling conditions using jet forming (StraHoBe)

In the StraHoBe project We are optimizing laser powder deposition welding of high-carbon tool steels. Through the targeted use of beam shaping, we aim to improve process quality by preventing issues such as cracking. Simultaneously, we want to increase process efficiency and double build rates compared to the current state of the art. Spoiler alert? It doesn't stop at a factor of 2.

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Would you like to conduct research with us?

If you are looking for a reliable and innovative cooperation partner for a joint research project If you are interested, please contact us. We would be happy to quickly and easily explore the possibilities with you.

Discover our publications

blz-Adventskalender Türchen 24: Das blz in Erlangen verabschiedet sich in die Feiertage

By Katrin Meyerhöfer • 24 December 2025
Mit dem Heiligabend öffnet sich das letzte Türchen unseres digitalen Adventskalenders. Für uns ist das ein schöner Anlass, kurz innezuhalten und auf die vergangenen Wochen – und das gesamte Jahr – zurückzublicken. Der Adventskalender hat gezeigt, wie vielfältig, lebendig und engagiert das blz ist: von Forschungsprojekten über Veranstaltungen und wissenschaftlich-technische Infrastruktur bis hin zu den Kolleginnen und Kollegen, die unsere Arbeit täglich prägen.

blz-Adventskalender Türchen 23: Unser Jahresbericht 2025 ist erschienen

By Katrin Meyerhöfer • 23 December 2025
Noch vor Weihnachten gibt es am blz eine kleine „Bescherung“: Der Jahresbericht 2025 ist veröffentlicht, in deutscher und englischer Sprache verfügbar und bietet einen kompakten, zugleich vielseitigen Rückblick auf das vergangene Jahr. In neuer Gestaltung fasst er zusammen, was das blz in Erlangen fachlich, strategisch und menschlich geprägt hat – und zeigt, wie breit das Themenspektrum unserer Arbeit ist.

blz-Adventskalender Türchen 22: Unsere Lasersysteme – leistungsstarke Technik für vielfältige Anwendungen

By Katrin Meyerhöfer und Dominic Bartels • 22 December 2025
Eine leistungsfähige und flexible technische Infrastruktur ist die Grundlage erfolgreicher Laserforschung.

FAQs

about our research projects

Here you will find quick answers to the most frequently asked questions about research projects with and at the Bavarian Laser Center.

  • I would like to cooperate with the Bavarian Laser Center - is that possible?

    Yes, absolutely! We at the Bavarian Laser Center are always looking for reliable partners from industry. Only by understanding the various issues that are relevant today can we develop solutions together.

  • Is the Bavarian Laser Center an industry or research partner?

    We at the Bavarian Laser Center see ourselves as a research partner and are therefore similar to universities.

  • Cooperation with universities is often difficult due to legal frameworks. Is this also the case with the Bavarian Laser Center?

    No, definitely not! Regarding cooperation, we are significantly more flexible than universities. Our motto: Secure as much as necessary so that each partner can work on the project with a clear conscience. At the same time, keep the effort involved to a minimum.

  • What topics are the focus of the Bavarian Laser Center?

    We at the Bavarian Laser Center have or have had projects funded by organizations such as the DFG, the Bavarian Research Foundation, or the ZIM program. We will find the right funding institution for your joint project.