LIGHTer Academy Phase 3
| Reference number | |
| Coordinator | Kungliga Tekniska Högskolan - Institutionen för Teknisk Mekanik, Hållfasthetslära |
| Funding from Vinnova | SEK 21 050 000 |
| Project duration | October 2020 - December 2025 |
| Status | Completed |
Important results from the project
LIGHTer Academy´s objective was to create and develop a lasting national, interdisciplinary research network in lightweight technologies. The project has evolved over time, and each phase has had its focus areas, defined by new technological developments and the long-term needs of industry and the surrounding society. The project currently consists of about 35 researchers from universities and industry. The result: improved knowledge transfer at lower TRL levels and faster implementation.
Expected long term effects
The project has created new and effective forms of collaboration that will live on among the parties involved in LIGHTer Academy. The increased mutual understanding has made the participants braver in taking on larger tasks and has enabled funding for innovation through interdisciplinary and cross-sector collaboration. The breadth of the project has contributed to a greater research presence among participating industries and increased research on multifunctionality.
Approach and implementation
The project was initiated through a broad invitation to universities and industry. A few researchers within academia received personal, partial funding. Industry participated with in-kind contributions. Through regular workshops, participants from universities and industry have met to disseminate information, discuss common issues and methods, new research results, short- and long-term industry needs, and collaboration opportunities. Strategic activities (visits to MAXIV) have been arranged.