#165 Discover how sensXPERT's FlexCure technology is revolutionizing manufacturing with real-time material insights and sustainability at its core
Discover how sensXPERT's FlexCure technology is revolutionizing manufacturing with real-time material insights and sustainability at its coreI am the LinkedIn Group Community Manager of Composites Lounge and interviewed the CEO of sensXPERT - Optimizing Plastics Manufacturing Dr. Alexander Chaloupka and his sales engineer Arne Büttner while demonstrating a sensor test powered by AI with chocolate.The sensXPERT FlexCure system is an advanced enhancement of dielectric analysis technology designed for flexible and diverse manufacturing environments. Unlike traditional systems that require closed mold processes, FlexCure can be implemented in open mold productions, vacuum infusion, autoclave curing, continuous manufacturing, filament winding, and oven curing. This flexibility allows it to measure through air and the thickness of components, monitoring cure behavior and flow behavior in real-time. This technology is particularly beneficial in industries such as hydrogen vessel manufacturing, filament winding, and tape manufacturing, where it helps in assessing the curing, pre-curing, and aging of materials[1].Dielectric analysis is a technique used to measure the electrical properties of materials. It involves applying an oscillating AC electrical field to a material and measuring its capacitance and conductance. These measurements help determine how the material's molecular structure changes over time, temperature, and frequency. Essentially, dielectric analysis provides insights into the material's behavior during processes like curing, allowing manufacturers to optimize production, reduce waste, and ensure quality [2] [3].Arne Büttner demonstrates the sensXPERT FlexCure system using a piece of chocolate to showcase its capabilities during the JEC World 2025 show. The system can analyze materials through various barriers, such as boxes and foils, by sending radiation frequencies through the material. This technology is applicable in composites manufacturing, where it can measure through vacuum bags and other barriers. During the demonstration, the system successfully identified marzipan inside the chocolate, illustrating its precision in detecting material structures and molecular compositions.On a final note: Congratulations to sensXPERT for winning the "Product of the Year 2025" award from KUNSTSTOFF MAGAZIN! This recognition, voted by the magazine's readers, highlights the significant impact of your innovative solutions in reducing cycle times, scrap rates, energy consumption, and CO2 footprints.Well done to Alexander Chaloupka and the entire sensXPERT team for this outstanding achievement!References[1] sensXPERT FlexCure | Products[2] Agilent Basics of Measuring the Dielectric Properties of Materials - GitLab[3] Measurement of Dielectric Material Properties - Rohde & SchwarzYouTube Episode: https://youtu.be/BntdnubcYBs
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