annual report - Nemzeti Kutatási, Fejlesztési és Innovációs Hivatal
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annual report - Nemzeti Kutatási, Fejlesztési és Innovációs Hivatal
MECHATRONIC AND LOGISTIC SYSTEMS REGIONAL UNIVERSITY KNOWLEDGE CENTRE ANNUAL REPORT 2005 MLR-RET Regional University Knowledge Centre of Mechatronic and Logistic Systems 2005 Mission MISSION STATEMENT The mission of MLR-RET is to perform excellent research and development, innovation, academic and training activities through the management of knowledge in the fields of mechatronic and logistic systems. Through cooperation with the economic sphere, these activities promote the technological, economic and social development in the region of Northern Hungary, thus improving the competitiveness of the region and the country. Founding members 1 Overall Obje OVERALL OBJECTIVES Development of innovative products, processes and systems; Creating and managing a network of knowledge; Knowledge and technology transfer to the participants of the economy; Strengthening scientific activity in the region; Improving the standard of academic activity. Other partners 2 Contents CONTENTS Executive summary Organisational structure and management Partners Research The world of products Materials and technologies Integrated systems Academic and training program Technology transfer, utilisation of the research results Cooperation with the industrial partners Academic and research staff, administration Publications Presence in the media, external and internal communications Performance indicators Financing, aggregate financial indicators Abbreviations 3 5 6 9 11 17 23 30 32 34 36 37 46 47 49 51 4 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Strategic objectives The most important objective of the Regional University Knowledge Centre of Mechatronic and Logistic Systems is to contribute to the development of new products and new technologies and thus to the economic revival of the region in the fields of mechatronics and logistics relying on and improving the knowledge basis existing at the University of Miskolc, at other institutions and research centres in the region, and in cooperation with the major companies of the region. The Regional University Knowledge Centre wishes to achieve this objective first of all by performing applied research and development activities of international standard, by integrating and improving the existing professional expertise, by concentrating the research and development infrastructure and by promoting the involvement of enterprises. Its activities contribute to improving the standard of teaching and training in the higher education institutions of the region, and by involving young undergraduates and doctoral students in the research work, it will promote the scientific training of the new generation. It will make a contribution to the innovation and business approach gaining more ground in higher education and to the strengthening of the practice-oriented nature of both research and training. It will perform the above processes in close cooperation with the companies of the region and make efforts for creating new jobs via the expansion and establishment of companies utilising the research results. The structure of the program The research programs have been established to meet the demand of the reviving and newly established companies in the region. The research and development work takes place in three major fields. The research programs related to the world of products will produce results in the development of intelligent components and products, in the construction of structures and in increasing the life of products. The research related to materials and technologies is involved in material combinations and their production as well as various mechatronic technologies. In the program of intelligent systems research is done in the fields of industrial automation, intelligent drives and logistic systems with remarkable results. It is a welcome development that young academic staff, PhD students and undergraduates have become involved in the research and development activities. Industrial cooperation The consortium establishing the Regional Knowledge Centre has been joined by the major companies involved in mechatronics and logistics in the region, and they have developed a close cooperation in its framework with the research centres of the University of Miskolc and the institutions in the surrounding area. It is a pleasure for us to be cooperating with such leading companies involved in mechatronics as the Bosch companies or the Electrolux Lehel Kft.. In the fields of materials and technologies we have found such leading partners to cooperate with as PREC-CAST Öntödei Kft. and Tiszai Vegyi Kombinát Rt. In logistics the experience and collaboration of the experts of Borsod Volán Személyszállítási Rt. provide assistance in the research and development work. It is again a welcome development that we have been able to establish active and fruitful cooperation with the small and medium-sized enterprises of the region, through which the Regional Knowledge Centre can contribute to improving the innovation activities of the small and medium-sized enterprises. There is an efficient and stable cooperation with the Employment and Economic Association of Northern Hungary (Észak-magyarországi Munkaadói és Gazdasági Közösség) and with the Foundation of Enterprise Development in the Zemplén Region (Zempléni Regionális Vállalkozásfejlesztési Alapítvány). Utilisation of research results The research and development work done in the framework of the Regional Knowledge Centre are definitely application-oriented, however, the program makes it also possible to perform basic research that provides the theoretical foundations for application-oriented research linked to the products, technologies and systems. Since the research and development work is done in close cooperation with companies, its utilisation will directly appear in production via the development of new products and the elaboration and introduction of techniques and processes. It is a pleasure to see how fast the research close to life is incorporated in the new products through the good cooperation established with the companies. In addition, it is only natural that, as expected, the researchers working at the university and in other research centres have published their major research results in research reports and scientific papers and have presented them at conferences so as to enhance the scientific and technical achievements of their fields, thus contributing to the development of industrial culture. Personnel background We have succeeded in inviting representatives of the profession with national and international reputation working in the region to direct the research activities and they are efficiently organising the research and development work. The regular weekly sessions of the smaller body responsible for managing the research - the Operative Board - have provided efficient contributions to solving the basic problems that have arisen. We are proud of the fact that the results achieved so far have attracted international interest from the profession and following the recommendations by Professor Dr.-Ing.habil dr.h.c. Manfred Hiller and Professor Dr.-Ing. Dieter Schramm, we are working on the establishment of a joint German-Hungarian basis in mechatronics in cooperation with the University of Duisburg-Essen. After several rounds of talks in Miskolc and Duisburg, advanced negotiations were held with senior representatives of the Federal Ministry of Education and Research in Bonn on 25-26 August 2005. We hope that through the good offices of the two German professors, our traditionally good cooperation with German partners can be further expanded. Prof. Dr. Gyula Patkó Project leader 5 ORGANISATIONAL STRUCTURE AND MANAGEMENT Dr. Gyula Patkó chairman Dr. Tibor Csáki director Dr. Tamás Bányai deputy director Dr. Angéla Váradi Szarka research organiser Dr. József Cselényi consultant Dr. Éva Lehoczky Nagy manager 6 ORGANISATIONAL STRUCTURE AND MANAGEMENT MLR-RET, which has been joined by the companies interested by means of a consortium contract, operates at the University of Miskolc as a separate economic unit. The leading institution of the consortium is the University of Miskolc. It performs its research and development and innovation activities in the separate buildings and laboratories of the University of Miskolc established for this purpose. Board of Directors Director Chairman Supervisory Board Deputy Director Operative Council Research Programs Scientific Council Academic Council World of Products Constructing Intelligent Components, Products and Structures Administration Lifetime Management Research Organisation Materials and Technologies Consultancy Material Combinations and Their Production PR Mechatronic Technologies Finance Integrated system Secretariat Indrustrial Automation Intelligent Measurement and Control Systems Logistic Systems Board of Directors: has the responsibility for the strategic management of the Knowledge Centre. Within this work it works out the strategic plan, including the research and development, academic and financial plans. It makes decisions on the Regulations for Organisational Structure and Operation, on the principles of using the available assets, and on establishing relations with new economic partners. Supervisory Board: has the responsibility for general supervision. Within the framework of general supervision, it supervises the operation both in professional and in financial respects. Director: the director has the responsibility for the operative management of the Knowledge Centre. For the purpose of operative management, the director develops and breaks down the strategic plan of RET in cooperation with the various organisational units. The director directs and supervises the operation of the professional and administration units. Chairman: the chairman has the responsibility for directing the professional activities in accordance with the strategic plan adopted by the Board of Directors. NAME Dr. Gyula Patkó Dr. Tibor Csáki Dr. Tamás Bányai Dr. József Cselényi Dr. Angéla Váradi Szarka Dr. Éva Lehoczky Nagy Dr. László Kamondi Dr. János Lukács Dr. Pál Bárczy Dr. Miklós Tisza Dr. Ernő Kovács Dr. Béla Illés PLACE OF WORK University of Miskolc University of Miskolc University of Miskolc University of Miskolc University of Miskolc University of Miskolc University of Miskolc University of Miskolc University of Miskolc University of Miskolc University of Miskolc University of Miskolc TIME SPENT IN % 20 100 70 35 70 100 40 32 45 32 35 43 7 POSITION IN THE KNOWLEDGE CENTRE chairman director deputy director consultant research organiser, project leader manager project leader project leader project leader project leader project leader project leader ORGANISATIONAL STRUCTURE AND MANAGEMENT The members of the Board of Directors consist of the representatives of companies that are members of the consortium, KPI, the research sub-programs, the management, the chambers and the development agencies. Chairman: Dr. Gyula Patkó, vice-rector for general affairs, University of Miskolc Representatives of companies as members of the consortium: István Tujner, head of department, Robert Bosch Elektronika Gyártó Kft. Endre Tamás, technical director, Bosch Rexroth Pneumatika Gyártó és Kereskedelmi Kft. Attila Vass, company director (Porszívógyár), Electrolux Lehel Kft. János Farkas, technical and production director, PREC-CAST Öntödei Kft. Gábor Pálffy, communications director, Tiszai Vegyi Kombinát Rt. György Sárközi, general director, BORSOD VOLÁN Személyszállítási Rt. Dr. István Barkóczi, chairman, Észak-magyarországi Munkaadói és Gazdasági Közösség István Juhász, managing director, Zempléni Regionális Vállalkozásfejlesztési Alapítvány Representative of the Office of Research and Development Projects and Research Utilisation (Kutatás-fejlesztési Pályázati és Kutatáshasznosítási Iroda): Róbert Domonics, project manager, Kutatás-fejlesztési Pályázati és Kutatáshasznosítási Iroda Representatives of the research subprograms: Dr. László Kamondi, associate professor, University of Miskolc Dr. János Lukács, university professor, University of Miskolc Dr. Pál Bárczy, university professor, University of Miskolc Dr. Miklós Tisza, university professor, University of Miskolc Dr. Ernő Kovács, associate professor, University of Miskolc Dr. Ádám Döbröczöni, university professor, dean, University of Miskolc Dr. Béla Illés, associate professor, University of Miskolc Management of the Knowledge Centre: Dr. Tibor Csáki, director, University of Miskolc MLR-RET Dr. Tamás Bányai, assistant director, University of Miskolc MLR-RET Dr. József Cselényi, consultant, University of Miskolc MLR-RET Dr. Angéla Váradi Szarka, research organiser, University of Miskolc MLR-RET Member delegated by the Rector of the University of Miskolc: Dr. Mihály Dobróka, vice-rector for scientific affairs, University of Miskolc Representatives of Chambers of Trade and Industry: Tamás Bihall, chairman, Borsod-Abaúj-Zemplén Megyei Kereskedelmi és Iparkamara Péter Tordai, chairman, Nógrád Megyei Kereskedelmi és Iparkamara Gábor Fülöp, secretary, Heves Megyei Kereskedelmi és Iparkamara Representatives of Development Agencies: László Francsics, managing director, Észak-Magyarországi Regionális Fejlesztési Ügynökség Dr. Attila Nyíri, managing director, Regionális Fejlesztési Ügynökség Invited members: Dr. Attila Lengyel, director, Mechatronikai és Anyagtudományi Kooperációs Kutató Központ Gábor Széll, director of finance, University of Miskolc Representatives of subcontractors: Dr. Sándor Gergely, director, Károly Róbert Főiskola, Kutató, Fejlesztő Iroda Dr. Miklós Gubán, associate professor, Budapesti Gazdasági Főiskola Pénzügyi és Számviteli Főiskolai Kar, Salgótarjáni Intézete Gábor Csollák, managing director, INNOCENTER Innovációs Központ Kht. Dr. László Tóth, director, Bay Zoltán Alkalmazott Kutatási Alapítvány, Logisztikai és Gyártástechnikai Intézet 8 PARTNERS Partners as consortium members: 1. Robert Bosch Elektronika Gyártó Kft., Hatvan -electronic assemblies, -vehicular electronics, -mounted circuits. 2. Bosch Rexroth Pneumatika Gyártó és Kereskedelmi Kft., Eger -working and block cylinders, -manually, mechanically or pneumatically activated routers, magnetic valves, -pressure control, throttle and closing valves, -air preparation units, control systems -customised and automation products. 3. Electrolux LEHEL Kft., Jászberény -household appliances, -vacuum cleaners, -refrigerators, -freezers. 4. Prec-Cast Öntödei Kft., Sátoraljaújhely -cast components, -precision casting. 5. Tiszai Vegyi Kombinát Rt., Tiszaújváros -polyethylene production, -polypropylene production. 6. Borsod Volán Személyszállítási Rt., Miskolc -public transport, -long-distance coach service. 7. Észak-magyarországi Munkaadói és Gazdasági Közösség, Miskolc -coordinating SMEs. 8. Zempléni Regionális Vállalkozásfejlesztési Alapítvány, Sátoraljaújhely -industrial parks, -supplier clusters, -logistic centres. 9 PARTNERS External partners: 1.MOL Földgázszállító Rt. -petroleum industry, -natural gas industry. 2. AES - Tisza Erőmű Kft., Tiszaújváros power station. 3. DHL Logisztika Kft. -express services, -logistics -transportation. 4. National Instruments Europe Kft. -computer-aided measurement technology. 5. Robert Bosch Power Tool Elektromos Szerszámgyártó Kft. -hand tools. 6. ÉMÁSZ Rt. -electrical energy supply. 7. Sátoraljaújhelyi Ipari Park -industrial park, logistic centre. 8. Károly Róbert Főiskola, Gyöngyös -education, research. 9. Budapesti Gazdasági Főiskola Pénzügyi és Számviteli Főiskolai Kar, Salgótarjáni Intézete, Salgótarján -education, research. 10. INNOCENTER Innovációs Központ Kht. -innovation. 11.Bay Zoltán Alkalmazott Kutatási Alapítvány, Logisztikai és Gyártástechnikai Intézet, Miskolc -research. 10 World Program 1 World of Products The objective of the program is to research and develop intelligent components and products as well as to manage their lifetime. 11 WORLD OF PRODUCTS 1.1 PROJECT 1.1 CONSTRUCTING INTELLIGENT COMPONENTS, PRODUCTS, AND STRUCTURES Staff members Dr. László Kamondi, project leader, ME Dr. Ádám Döbröczöni, ME István Juhász, ZRVA Zoltán Koncz, Electrolux József Nagy, Electrolux Overview Products in the most general sense of the word - a machine, a toy, a household utensil, a medical instrument, software, patent, material - carry a direct market profit that can be sold and is to be continuously improved for the sake of marketing. These products can live their own lives or can be parts of other products. Products have a tendency to be able to communicate with their environment beyond their mere materials and mechanical properties, and 'respond' to the impacts received due either to their material, or construction, or the hardware or software built into them. The objective of the project is to perform research supporting the analysis of intelligent engineering products, the exploration of their properties and the elaboration of their structural construction concept. Key activities Research into the selection methods of communal waste, its processing and possibilities for transforming it into finished products. Research into the sources of noise of products close to man and into the nature of the noise generated, with special respect to the examination of the possibilities to diminish the noise of household vacuum cleaners. Developing a special-purpose machine for winding the evaporation pipe of freezers. Major achievements Examination of the selection possibilities of communal waste. Examining the conditions for transforming communal waste into products. Preliminary examination of the behaviour of a specimen made of communal waste. Determining the possibilities for influencing the noise arising in the operation of household appliances, exploration and computer modelling of the modification possibilities of functional elements. Investigation of the surface-following winding profile of the evaporation pipe of freezers. Elaboration of the development concept of a machine winding an evaporation pipe. Further steps Determining the development principles of mobile waste selection equipment. Research into the possibilities of product application, determining the parameters of some products. Further exploration of the possibilities for diminishing noise. Computer simulation of flow along various structural changes. Development of the operation elements of evaporation pipe winder, optimisation of the bending process. Synchronisation analysis of the motion of operation units. 12 WORLD OF PRODUCTS 1.1 13 WORLD OF PRODUCTS 1.2 PROJECT 1.2 LIFETIME MANAGEMENT Staff members Dr. János Lukács, project leader, ME Ferenc Kerekes, Elastico Dr. Gyula Nagy, ME Zoltán Szabó, MOL Dr. Imre Török, ME Overview Statistics of various cases of damage prove clearly that the lives of structures and structural elements in operation share certain common features. Recognising these and the generalisation of the experience - that is the knowledge gained - make it possible to lengthen the life of a given structure, and also provides a philosophy that can be adapted to the operation of other structures. The strategic objective of the project is to manage the life of various products, structures and systems. This objective is in close connection with extending the life of the materials used, and with the requirement of the general application of the knowledge gained. The objective is to be achieved while the load on and damage to the environment and the threats to human values are diminished at the same time. Key activities Exploring and analysing the dimensions of lifetime management. Lifetime management of pipelines. Analysing the integrity of circular welds. Examining the root defect in circular welds by the linearly flexible fracture mechanics method. Developing hybrid methods and technologies for the production of pipes. Examining the sinking of pipelines. Analysing the lifetime of pipelines crossing engineering structures. Major achievements Exploring the dimensions of lifetime management, creating elements of knowledge suitable for generalisation. Elaborating the contents of a control system for pipeline integrity. Elaborating an assessment system for faults in the welded joints of pipelines in operation. Assessment of the integrity of root defects in the circular weld of pipelines. Comparative analysis of hybrid methods and technologies for pipe production, exploring the application possibilities. Elaborating strength computations for assessing the sinking of pipelines. Analysis of the lifetime of pipelines crossing engineering structures on the basis of open-ditch geodetic control measurements and calculations based on various models. Further steps Further analysis of the dimensions of lifetime management, elaborating the generalisation possibilities. Analysing the extension of the life of materials used. Developing a technological sample system for extending the life of materials. Constructing a technological sample system for extending the life of materials. Developing integrity control system(s) for a structure and/or structural element. Integrity analysis of structures and structural elements. Extending the life of products based on theoretical and experimental results. 14 WORLD OF PRODUCTS 1.2 15 11 The objective of the program is to select materials and material combinations possessing properties best ensuring the applicability of products, to research the methods producing them with an environmentally conscious technology or to modify the existing technologies, and to develop methods suitable for measuring the property parameters. 16 Mater Program 2 Materials and Technologies 17 MATERIAL COMBINATIONS AND THEIR PRODUCTION 2.1 PROJECT 2.1 MATERIAL COMBINATIONS AND THEIR PRODUCTION Staff members Dr. Pál Bárczy, project leader, ME Ferenc Kerekes, Elastico Mariann Kollár, ME Dr. Kálmán Marossy, ME Dr. Gábor Nagy, TVK Overview Applying up-to-date equipment and methods, the manufacture of mechatronic products and devices cannot do without the materials most suitable for the purpose. The objective of the project is to perform the applied research tasks and experimental development that represent the selection of materials and material combinations possessing properties best ensuring the applicability of the product, the methods producing them with an environmentally conscious technology or the modification of existing technologies, and the possible development of methods suitable for measuring the property parameters. Key activities Examination of the thermooxidative degradation of PP induced by organic peroxides. Development of gas sampling methods during processing. The relation between the material structure and mechanical properties in welding pipes PE 80 (TIPELIN 380-30/302) and PE100 (TIPELIN 7700M Black). Examining the mechanical properties of TIPELIN 7700M Black PE100 black HDPE pipe material. Examining the production of polyurethane elastomers. Examining the basic materials of polyurethane elastomers. Major achievements Technical solution of gas sampling during polymer processing. Elaborating a gas sampling method suitable for material procession with extruder. Preparing an odour qualifying system. Examining the mechanical properties of stock for pipes. Determining the molecule orientation of butt-welded pipe welds. Determining the main structural parameters of bimodal copolymers. Introduction of a new type of antioxidant for improving the quality of pipe stock. Analysing the relations between slow fracture propagation, life and degradation of pipe stock. Determining the polyols and finished elastomers by infrared spectroscopy of the basic materials of polyurethanes. Determining the optimum basic material of polyurethane elastomers. Further steps Identifying short-chain hydrocarbons arising in thermo-oxidative degradation using GC-MS measurement. Elaborating an odour qualification process for injection-moulding technology. Producing polyurethane elastomers. 18 MATERIAL COMBINATIONS AND THEIR PRODUCTION 2.1 19 14 MATERIAL COMBINATIONS AND THEIR PRODUCTION 2.2 PROJECT 2.2 MECHATRONIC TECHNOLOGIES Staff members Dr. Miklós Tisza, project leader, ME András Szabó, Bosch Elektronika László Tersztyánszky, Bosch Elektronika Dr. Tamás Török, ME István Tujner, Bosch Elektronika Overview The directions of research are determined by a survey of the enterprises operating mechatronic-mechanical technology equipment in the region and of their product groups. Enterprises operating high energy-density cutting and welding equipment, enterprises using finishing machining, and laser sheet-working equipment as well as enterprises using ion-nitridising equipment all display a serious interest in the development of technological and tool design systems used for the technological process design of welding, heat treatment and plastic sheet-working methods included in mechatronic-mechanical technologies and in the computer-aided design of dies. Key activities Developing the processes of various precision-mechanic technologies as well as those of welding, heat treatment and plastic deformation that apply knowledge-intensive mechatronic elements and methods. In the reporting period a central research topic was represented by electronic production engineering, which included the research and development of up-to-date electronic production engineering processes playing a major role in the production of electronic products (e.g. implantation techniques). Weldability investigation of electronic components, development of investigation methodology. Exploring the factors influencing the state of surface parts connected by tin/lead-based solder materials of surface-mounted electronic components and printed wired cards, with special respect to reflow soldering. Major achievements Determination and test measurement of specialist large-instrument investigations suitable for efficiently exploring the places of welding defects in panels proven to be defectively welded. A proposal has been made for the examination methodology into the causes of expected welding defects, specifying the scope of data to be collected for the evaluation, the examinations to be performed and the evaluation method. Elaboration of a computer-aided design method for the technological design of joining technologies. Further steps Improving the weldability tests in order to increase the efficiency of troubleshooting. The effect of miniature dimensions on the mechanism of deformation, and on the friction and lubrication conditions. 20 MATERIAL COMBINATIONS AND THEIR PRODUCTION 2.2 21 The objective of the program is to increase the competitiveness of network-type mechatronic production systems, and to increase the value of the products by developing automation, testing and logistic systems and methods. 22 Integr Program 3 Integrated Systems 23 INTEGRATED SYSTEMS 3.1 PROJECT 3.1 INDUSTRIAL AUTOMATION Staff members Dr. Ernő Kovács, project leader, ME Dr. István Ajtonyi, ME Sándor Barta, Bosch Rexroth Dr. Tibor Csáki, ME András Mosoni, Bosch Elektronika László Palicska, DHL Dr. Ildikó Szabó Makó, ME Ákos Szepessy, DHL Dr. György Takács, ME Endre Tamás, Bosch Rexroth István Tujner, Bosch Elektronika Dr. Angéla Váradi Szarka, ME Overview Recently the region of Northern Hungary has attracted considerable electronic and mechatronic manufacturing industry, whose development, job-retaining capacity and ability to increase added value greatly depend on the level of automation also determining productivity. The objective of the four topics of the project is to provide a conceptual solution for the individual tasks requiring considerable intellectual and research capacity by using the know-how of the University. The projects cover the fields of increasing productivity on a given production line, the optimisation of assembly processes, a 3D laser measuring system for the automated quality control of production, and the reliability analysis of industrial process control systems. The projects cover the complete area of the region. Key activities In 5 projects the research team was involved in the development of industrial production processes, manufacturing informatics and automation in several fields of the industry. Analysis of increasing the productivity of boring machining centres, including the investigation of the product structure, the complete manufacturing process, fixtures and clamping solutions of the consortium partner. The objective of developing software and software components supporting business administration was to develop software and software components that are suitable for supporting business administration and to provide specialist services not supported by commercially available software. The comprehensive investigation of the assembly activities of pneumatic valves covered the families of throttle, throttle-check and router valves, and the consideration of the possibilities of flexible readjustment. The research into the testing of instrument panels in vehicles analysed the possible methodology for the continuous and automatic contact-free measurement of reading-height difference due to the assembly of flat instrument panels. The development of a power plant process control system included the inspection of the alarm management of the DCS system as well as the identification examination of the fresh steam temperature and the drum water level control loop of the power plant. Major achievements A tender administration software operating on a local network has been developed. The database module ACCESS supporting the preparation of daily customs reports has been elaborated. Alternative proposals have been elaborated for the fixtures of typical products, for the design of specific fixture systems, and CAD files have been elaborated for solving future fixture design tasks. The implementation concept of measuring equipment for the in-production testing of the instrument panels of vehicles has been completed, which covers laser-based measuring systems, their automation and error analysis. The theoretical results are supported by control measurements. The alarm priority and ergonomic aspects of the power plant control system have been elaborated, as well as the design aspects of an efficient alarm system and the appropriate methods for structuring the alarms. Further steps Research into the examination methods of the reliability of distributed intelligence control systems. Research into the application of artificial intelligence methods in discrete industrial technology systems. Based on the conceptual design prepared, designing and building experimental testing equipment for testing the pressing processes of the indicators in the instrument panels of vehicles. Research into 3D camera testing methods for checking implantation processes. Research into automated measurement systems for examining the re-usability of automotive electronic systems. Improvement of the fixtures of boring machining centres based on the recommendations and designs prepared. 24 INTEGRATED SYSTEMS 3.1 25 INTEGRATED SYSTEMS 3.2 PROJECT 3.2 INTELLIGENT MEASUREMENT AND CONTROL SYSTEMS Staff members Dr. Angéla Váradi Szarka, project leader, ME Dr. István Ajtonyi, ME Dr. László Ábrahám, NI István Bartos, Bosch PT Tibor Csehi, Prec-Cast Richárd Szabó, Prec-Cast Dr. Tivadar Szarka, ME Dr. Gusztáv Szecső, ME István Tujner, Bosch Elektronika László Ujfalusi, ÉMÁSZ Overview The objective of the program is to elaborate testing methods for the manufacturing and development processes of mechatronic products. According to the industrial partners' requirements, the research concerns the development of computer-based high-resolution and high-fidelity measurement and testing devices, processes and methods suitable for sensing electrical and non-electrical quantities. Our objective is to provide research and development support to the SMEs of the region so that they can meet the quality requirements for suppliers by re-structuring, automating, developing, and systemising the existing testing systems; by introducing new manufacturing technologies (e.g. environment-friendly welding technologies) and measuring technology (testing and diagnostics) systems. Key activities In the course of elaborating the development concept of the micro-camera system for monitoring critical electronic manufacturing processes, a comprehensive analysis was prepared about the technical specifications of various micro-cameras, the adjustment options of the focal distance and the iris, a technical analysis was made of the adjustment of exposition, relative opening and colour, as well as the clamping of the cameras, examining the use of vacuum, magnetic and individual moving mechanisms. The research into the development of the production supervision and diagnostic system of high-pressure casting machinery looked into the structure, installation and testing of the foundry monitoring and quality control server, into connecting the measurement supervision systems of three foundry halls to the database of the server, as well as designing the diagnostic system of the foundy equipment. Virtual testing methods were developed for testing electronic circuits and connections, and troubleshooting research was done to determine the operation parameters of the virtual tester, as well as to explore the application possibilities of the corporate Ethernet networks for measurement technological purposes. In the framework of the development of measurement equipment for the long-term testing of the downtime of electric hand tools, the research team investigated the construction of the sensor system of the testing facility, the determination of the parameters of the testing process and development of the software controlling the automatic testing process. Research was done to examine the disturbances caused by high-performance industrial electronic equipment and the network repercussions endangering operational safety, to analyse the disturbances arising in specific nodes of the network (consumer areas), to find the faulty or malfunctioning electronic equipment (industrial production facilities) causing the harmful disturbances. Major achievements A study was written on the technical requirements of visual signal and data transmission and processing (transmission speed, band width, amount of data), on the applicability of industrial visual image transmission systems for specific tasks, and the application possibilities of wired (industrial Ethernet, PROFIBUS/ASI) and wireless (Bluetooth, WIFI) industrial communications systems. The research team designed, built and tested the new type of foundry diagnostic system based on force and moment measurement. The measurement methods for the virtual testing of electronic circuits were developed and documented in book form, the operational parameters of the virtual testing facility were determined and two testing systems operating on an Ethernet network were developed. The measuring equipment for investigating the downtime of hedge trimmers and chain saws was constructed and is ready for laboratory testing. Under actual industrial conditions electric network measurements were made, the faults were registered and evaluated. The network disturbance effects of the large industrial consumers operating in the region of Northern Hungary were identified, together with the probable causes of voltage distortion, fluctuation and vibration. Further steps The development of methods for testing non-electrical quantities under industrial conditions will be continued in accordance with industrial demand. Based on the development experience, the process control of the equipment for measuring downtime is recommended to be developed further. Both the energy supplier and the industry using the energy show increasing interest in the investigation and research into the disturbances of electrical networks, therefore we wish to develop further our testing methods and the hardware and software surfaces of the devices used for the research. 26 INTEGRATED SYSTEMS 3.2 27 INTEGRATED SYSTEMS 3.3 PROJECT 3.3 LOGISTIC SYSTEMS Staff members Dr. József Cselényi, project leader, ME Dr. Béla Illés, project leader, ME Dr. Tamás Bányai, ME István Juhász, ZRVA József Kármán, Electrolux Dr. László Kovács, ME Zoltán Ogár, SIP Gyula Szalai, Borsod Volán Endre Tamás, Bosch Rexroth Péter Telek, ME Volker Buschka, Bosch PT Overview One of the decisive features of integrated systems with up-to-date products and technologies is the logistic system implementing an optimum networking operation. The development of logistic systems covers the optimum development of the both the external and the internal logistic systems. The demand for developing methods supporting the intensification of the logistic systems of production and service companies is continuously increasing, therefore the objective is to elaborate and employ methods increasing the efficiency of processes and systems. The efficiency of the networking cooperation between purchasing and distribution logistic systems and the external logistic systems has been affected by the optimum development of logistic systems. The establishment of logistic clusters and virtual logistic companies is essential for SMEs in the region for becoming suppliers, which requires the logistic service centres to be connected into a virtual network, as well as the integrated management of industrial parks and logistic centres. Key activities Examination of the optimum workstation stock level, storage and loading technique of assembly workstation. Intensification of the logistic system between manufacturing and assembly lines as well as between workstations. Examination of the conditions for the introduction of an intelligent ticket and pass system for the purpose of increasing the logistic efficiency. Developing the logistic structure and operation stategy of the Kárpátok Beszállítói Klaszter (Carpathian Supplier Cluster). Investigation of the construction of a multi-modal logistic service centre integrated into an industrial park. Optimisation of component inventory and purchase strategies. Major achievements Elaborating the component supply strategy of assembly workstations. Development of general simulation testing methods and models as well as software for the comprehensive examination of workstations and their environment. Exploring the intensification potentials of manufacturing and assembly lines. Elaborating a method for determining the optimum number of vehicles for passenger transport with consideration of outsourcing possibilities. Developing efficiency indicators for measuring the transport logistic efficiency of vehicles, bus and coach stations, stops and a complete bus network as well as target functions depending on natural and cost functions. Developing a mathematical and data model describing the properies of certain elements of a supplier logistic cluster. Developing a virtual logistic network required for controlling a logistic cluster together with the most typical control strategies. Mathematical description of an intermodal logistic structure. IT development of a multi-modal logistic centre integrated into an industrial park, examination of the intensification possibilities of the internal and external logistic processes. Developing the purchase strategy of small components used on the assembly lines of mechatronic product families. Further steps Developing a specialist factory simulation software for the examination of assembly systems. Examination of the possibilities of additional automation of production and assembly lines. Determining the hardware and software requirements of an intelligent ticket and pass system. Developing the logistic structure and operation strategy of Kárpátok Beszállítói Klaszter. Designing the information system of a multi-modal logistic service centre integrated into an industrial park. Software development for the optimisation of inventory and purchase strategies of components. 28 INTEGRATED SYSTEMS 3.3 29 ACADEMIC AND TRAINING PROGRAM Research results as reflected in the curriculum The academic staff members directly involved in the research have been continuously incorporating the topics of their research in the curriculum, depending on progress of the research in time: formulating the practical problems; presenting models and methods; presenting the results. Completing the first stage of the research, its summing up and publication provide an opportunity for students not directly attached to a particular member of staff to gain access to the knowledge involved in the research topics and for other academic members not involved in the research to develop their teaching materials. Involving students in the research work More than 40 undergraduates were involved in the elaboration of the various projects. The scope of their activities covered data collection in the companies, computerised data processing, testing calculation models and the preparatory work of measurements. Activities in the Students' Scientific Societies, complex design assignments, thesis work 4 students are writing a paper for the Students' Scientific Society, out of which the papers of two will be presented at the 2005 Conference of the Students' Scientific Society of the University of Miskolc; MLR-RET has founded a special prize for the best paper for Students' Scientific Society on mechatronics and logistics, respectively; 12 undergraduates are writing their complex design assignments in connection with the research topics, which will be developed into thesis work; several students spent their summer industrial placements with the consortium partners, assisting in testing the research results, in making the solution versions more accurate, and in preparing the company staff for the continuous utilisation of the research results. It is anticipated that some undergraduates will find employment with the consortium partners, and 2-3 students wish to be involved in the research work as Ph.D. students in the future. Deepening the relations with the undergraduates may contribute to reducing the number of young graduates wishing to leave the region. 30 ACADEMIC AND TRAINING PROGRAM Ph.D. students, post-doctoral staff Name Ferenc Mészáros Mónika Nagy Gyüker László Kota György Hegedűs Gábor Szabados László Kuzsella Róbert Tóth Research topic Electronic marketplace models integrated with logistics. Optimising the supplier network of assembly systems with network-like operation Optimising large logistic service networks Increasing the accuracy of ball spindles Optimum development and control of automated multi-storey car parks Investigation of the wear properties of materials Blending of high-speed gas jets The Knowledge Centre has taken on a major role in supporting Ph.D. and postdoctoral students. This is particularly true regarding the employment of postdoctoral students, for it provides students with an opportunity for continuing their research work while remaining within the institution. Their employment is also beneficial for the Knowledge Centre in turn, since their experience gained in research contributes to raising the standards of the elaboration of the research topics. In-company advanced training events The research results achieved are presented in great detail to our industrial partners in courses of 4-8 hours. In this way the utilisation of the research results can be significantly speeded up. Courses are being planned to be held after the utilisation of the results with the purpose of evaluating the results achieved, and of discussing the potentials for their further development. Long-term impact The continuous integration of the research results in the curriculum and their utilisation in an ever increasing scope involves the following areas: developing the curriculum of practice oriented-linear training; increasing the range of optional courses; introducing specialisations in response to demand; involving practising professionals in education and training. These processes are promoted by the following: our annual scientific publication (under the title Innovation and Knowledge in 2005); the Scientific Seminar held annually; the research summaries published on our website 31 TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER, UTILISATION OF THE RESEARCH RESULTS Technology transfer, utilisation of the research results MLR-RET regards it as its priority task to propagate the knowledge, new experience and technologies accumulated in the course of its research and development (R&D) activities (technology diffusion), to deliver them to the users (technology transfer) and to promote their application. In this activity MLR-RET relies on its cooperation partner: the Innovation and Technology Transfer Centre of the University of Miskolc. The achievements and research results obtained by the Knowledge Centre appear in the fields of development research, applied research and basic research as well. The possibilities and importance of technology transfer can be perceived in all the three research segments. It is often the case that results achieved in basic research launch a research topic on its way that will lead to marketable products, technologies or model systems. From the aspect of technology transfer, the segment of applied research carries the greatest significance. The majority of novelties appear in the form of analysis and examination, system design and control methods of novel systems, and only in a smaller rate are there new products and technologies created. Therefore, in order to promote technology transfer, it is of great importance that not only patents should be encouraged, but that the results should appear in the form of knowhow as well. Knowledge and technology transfer activities of the Knowledge Centre related to research projects are as follows: R&D results, Cooperation with industrial partners, Education and training programs, Publications. Technológia transzfer, kutatási eredmények hasznosítása R&D results The R&D results of the three research projects were handed over to the prospective users who had commissioned the projects. Among the results the following are to be highlighted: Project 1: The World of Products 1.1 Constructing intelligent components, products and structures Developing a special-purpose machine suitable for the controlled winding of the evaporation pipe of a freezer; Determining the possibilities for influencing the noise generated during the operation of household appliances, exploring the modification possibilities of functional elements, computer modelling. 1.2 Lifetime management Elaborating the contents of control system for the integrity of pipelines; Elaborating an assessment methodology for faults in the welds of pipelines in operation; Developing hybrid pipe production methods and technologies. Project 2: Materials and Technologies 2.1 Material combinations and their production Technical solution of in-process gas sampling in the processing of polymers; Elaborating a gas sampling methodology for material processing by extruders; Preparing an odour qualification system; Introduction of a new type of antioxidant for improving the quality of pipe materials; Determining the optimum basic material of polyurethane elastomers. 2.2 Mechatronic technologies Elaborating the trouble-shooting examination methodology of welding faults; Developing a computer-aided design system for the technological design of joining technologies. 32 TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER, UTILISATION OF THE RESEARCH RESULTS Project 3: Integrated systems 3.1 Industrial automation Developing a tender administration software package operating on a local network and an ACCESS database; Developing CAD files for the fixtures of products, for the design of fixture systems and for the solution of fixture design tasks; Developing measuring equipment for the in-production testing of the instrument panels of vehicles; Elaborating the design methodology for the alarm system in the process control of a power plant. 3.2 Intelligent measurement and control systems Designing, building and testing a diagnostic system for foundries based on a new type of force and moment measurement; Elaborating measurement methodology for the virtual testing of electronic circuits; Developing measuring equipment for testing the downtime of hedge-trimming and chainsaw machines; Performing measurements on electrical circuits, registering and evaluating errors, identifying the faulty equipment causing the problems. Technológia transzfer, kutatási 3.3 Logistic system eredmények hasznosítása Elaborating general simulation testing methods and models, as well as software development; Elaborating a method for determining the optimum vehicle number for passenger transportation with consideration of outsourcing possibilities; Elaborating efficiency indicators as well as target functions based on natural and cost functions that are suitable for measuring the transportation logistic efficiency of vehicles, bus and coach stations, but stops and complete transport networks; Elaborating the mathematical and data models describing the properties of the individual elements of supplier logistic clusters. MLR-RET makes use of the following facilities in order to widen its technology transfer activities both on a national and on an international level: The national expansion of the Mechatronic and Materials Science Cooperation Research Centre and of the Innovation Management Cooperation Research Centre, The national network of RETs through connecting the research projects and topics, The extensive system of the national and international relations of the University of Miskolc, The Innovation and Technology Transfer Centre and the Regional Office of the Innovation Association operating at the University of Miskolc, Close connections with the chambers of the counties involved, New achievements can be propagated and diffused in networks in the multinational companies in the region, and the multiplicative effect may make a positive impact on the economy of the region and the country. The activity of technology transfer is promoted by: Our scientific publication brought out with an annual frequency (in 2005 with the title 'Innovation and Knowledge'), The scientific seminar held annually, The research summaries published on our website. 33 COOPERATION WITH INDUSTRIAL PARTNERS Industrial partner Robert Bosch Elektronika Gyártó Kft. Bosch Rexroth Pneumatika Gyártó és Kereskedelmi Kft. Electrolux Lehel Kft. Prec-Cast Öntödei Kft. Tiszai Vegyi Kombinát Rt. Cooperation topic Achievements Weldability examination of electronic components, elaboration of investigation methods. Large-instrument investigations, investigation methodology. Testing the instrument panels of vehicles. Implementation concept of measuring equipment for inproduction testing. Elaborating the development concept of a micro-camera system. Study on the technical requirements of visual signal and data transmission processing. Analysis of increasing the productivity of boring machining centres. CAD files for solving fixture design problems. Comprehensive analysis of the assembly activities of pneumatic valves. Generalisation of the principles of singlepurpose machines for assembly. Examination of the optimum stock level, storage and loading techniques of assembly workstations. Elaborating the component supply strategy of assembly workstations. Development of a special-purpose machine for winding the evaporation pipe of a freezer. Development concept of a specialpurpose machine for winding the evaporation pipe of a freezer. Investigation of the sources of noise and the nature of noise in products close to people. Determining the possibilities for influencing noise, exploring the modification possibilities of functional elements. Intensification of logistic systems between manufacturing and assembly lines as well as between workstations. Exploring the intensification possibilities of manufacturing and assembly lines. Developing the production-supervision and diagnostic systems of high-pressure casting machinery. Designing, building and testing a new type of diagnostic system based on force and momentum measurement for foundries. Investigation of the thermo-oxidative degradation of PP induced by organic peroxides. Technical solution of gas sampling in the processing of polymers. Developing gas sampling methods during processing. Elaborating gas sampling methods for material processing with extruder. Preparing an odour qualification system. Relationship between material structure and mechanical properties in the welds of PE pipes. Examination of the mechanical properties of pipe stock. Determining the molecule orientation of butt-welded pipe welds. 34 COOPERATION WITH INDUSTRIAL PARTNERS Industrial partner Borsod Volán Személyszállítási Rt. Észak-magyarországi Munkaadói és Gazdasági Közösség Cooperation topic Achievement Investigation of the introduction possibilities of an intelligent ticket and pass system in order to increase the logistic efficiency in transport. Elaborating efficiency indicators for measuring the transport logistic efficiency of vehicles, bus and coach stations, stops, and a complete transport network as well as target functions based on natural and cost functions. Investigation of producing polyurethane elastomers. Investigating the basic materials for polyurethane elastomers. Determining the structure of polyols and finished elastomers by infrared spectroscopy of the basic materials of polyurethanes. Determining the optimum basic material for polyurethane elastomers. Elaborating the mathematical and data models describing the properties of some elements of a supplier logistic cluster. Elborating a virtual logistic network and typical management stategies for the management of a logistic cluster. Zempléni Regionális Vállalkozásfejlesztési Alapítvány Elaborating the logistic structure and operation strategy for the Kárpátok Beszállítói Klaszter. AES - Tisza Erőmű Kft. Developing a process control system for a power plant. Design aspects for alarm systems. DHL Logisztika Kft. Developing specialist services not supported by commercially available software. Tender administration software operating on a local network. ÉMÁSZ Rt. Investigation of disturbances caused by highperformance industrial electric equipment and network repercussions endangering operational safety. Measurements performed under actual industrial conditions on the electricity network, faults registered and evaluated. MOL Földgázszállító Rt. Exploring and analysing the dimensions of lifetime management. Creating generalisable knowledge elements. National Instruments Europe Kft. Elaborating virtual testing methods. The measurement methods for the virtual testing of electronic circuits were elaborated and documented in a book. Optimising component inventory and purchase strategies. Elaborating the purchase strategy of small components used on the assembly lines of a mechatronic product family. Constructing the sensor system of testing equipment, determining the parameters of the testing process, developing the software controlling the automatic testing process. Testing equipment tested and its operating software. Investigating the establishment of a multi-modal logistic service centre integrated into an industrial park. Mathematical description of an intermodal logistic structure. IT development of a multimodal logistic centre integrated into an industrial park, investigation of the intensification of internal and external logistic processes. Robert Bosch Power Tool Elektromos Szerszámgyártó Kft. Sátoraljaújhelyi Ipari Park 35 ACADEMIC AND RESEARCH STAFF, ADMINISTRATION In the region of Northern Hungary the University of Miskolc has accumulated the critical mass of theoretical knowledge and research capacity that can constitute the centre of mechatronic and logistic research in the region. The management of the Knowledge Centre is constituted by the members of the Operative Council: Dr. Gyula Patkó, chairman Dr. Tibor Csáki, director Dr. Tamás Bányai, deputy director Dr. József Cselényi, consultant Dr. Angéla Váradi Szarka, research organiser Dr. Éva Lehoczky Nagy, manager Academic and research staff of the University with great experience are involved in the organisation and management of the research activities. The heads of the programs: Dr. Ádám Döbröczöni (World of Products) Dr. Pál Bárczy (Materials and Technologies) Dr. Tibor Csáki (Integrated Systems) The project leaders: Dr. László Kamondi (Constructing Intelligent Components, Products and Structures) Dr. János Lukács (Lifetime Management) Dr. Pál Bárczyl (Material Combinations and Their Production) Dr. Miklós Tisza (Mechatronic Technologies) Dr. Ernő Kovács (Industrial Automation) Dr. Angéla Váradi Szarka (Intelligent Measurement and Control Systems) Dr. József Cselényi, Dr. Béla Illés (Logistic Systems) In addition to the academic and research staff of the University, the representatives and research staff of the companies as consortium members are also involved in the research activities, thus ensuring the solution of the tasks. 36 PUBLICATIONS 1.1 1.1 Construction of Intelligent Components, Products, and Structures Published Kováts A.: A rendszerelv a zajcsökkentésben. XI. Ipari Környezetvédelmi Konferencia, 2005. pp. 125-134. Kováts A.; Sarka F.: A végeselem módszer a diagnosztikában. XV. Diagnosztika konferencia, 2005. pp. 43-52. Takács Á.: Az intuitív és a diszkurzív tervezőrendszerek összehasonlítása. Doktoranduszok Fóruma, 2005. november 9. Takács Á.; Kamondi L.: Számítógépre adaptált koncepcionális tervezési módszer. Géptervezők és Terméktervezők XXI. Országos Szemináriuma, 2005. november 10.-11. Takács, Á.; Kamondi, L.: Computer aided morphological design. CADAM 2005. International Conference on Computer Aided Design and Manufacturing, Supetar, Horvátország, 2005. szeptember Takács, Á.; Kamondi, L.: Synthesis of the intuitive and the discursive designer schools. Srni, Csehország, 2005. november 7-9. Under publication Dömötör F.; Gergely M.; Kováts A.: Rezgésdiagnosztika. Dunaújvárosi Fõiskola kiadója. 2005. Kb. 700 oldal. Research reports Kamondi L. et al.: Elpárologtatócső térben automatikus változó emelkedésű felcsévéléséhez megoldási lehetőségek kutatása Kamondi L. et al.: Emberközeli termékek zajforrásainak és a keletkező zaj jellegének kutatása Kamondi L. et al.: Fagyasztóláda elpárologtató csövének felcsévélésére alkalmas célgép fejlesztési koncepciójának kidolgozása Kamondi L. et al.: Háztartási porszívók zajforrásainak és csökkentési lehetőségeinek kutatása Kamondi L. et al.: Kommunális hulladékok feldolgozása és késztermékké alakítása lehetőségeinek kidolgozása Kamondi L. et al.: Kommunális hulladékok szelektálási módszereinek és termékké fejlesztési lehetőségeinek kutatása 37 PUBLICATIONS 1.2 1.2 Lifetime Management Published Balogh, G.. Computer aided design of progressive dies. Slovenian-Hungarian Mini-Symposium, 25. October 2005. Lukács, J.: Fáradásos repedésterjedésre érvényes tervezési görbék meghatározása nagyszilárdságú acélokhoz. (Determination of fatigue crack propagation limit curves for high strength steels.) V. Országos Anyagtudományi, Anyagvizsgálati és Anyaginformatikai Konferencia és Kiállítás, Balatonfüred, 2005. október 9-11. Előadások kivonata CD-ROM. 2005. p. 15. (p. 16.) ISBN 963 219 274 5. (Abstract.) Rédai Á.; Lukács J.: Csőtávvezetékek körvarratainak integritása különböző előírások tükrében. V. Országos Anyagtudományi, Anyagvizsgálati és Anyaginformatikai Konferencia és Kiállítás, Balatonfüred, 2005. október 9-11. Előadások kivonata CDROM. 2005. p. 201. ISBN 963 219 274 5. (Abstract, poszter.) Under publication Lukács, J.: Determination of fatigue crack propagation limit curves for high strength steels. Materials Science Forum. Lukács, J.: Determination of fatigue crack propagation limit curves for high strength steels. 1st International Conference on SUPER-HIGH STRENGTH STEELS, 2-4 November 2005, Rome. Rédai, Á.; Lukács, J.: Structural integrity of pipeline girth welds based on different recommendations. Materials Science Forum. Research reports Lukács J. et al.: Csővezetékek élettartam gazdálkodása Lukács J. et al.: Csővezetékek élettartam gazdálkodása: Dimenziók az élettartam gazdálkodásban Lukács J. et al.: Csővezetékek élettartam gazdálkodása: Hibrid cső előállítási módszerek és technológiák Nagy Gy. et al.: Körvarratok integritása Nagy Gy. et al.: Körvarratok integritása: Körvarratban lévő gyökhiba vizsgálata a lineárisan rugalmas törésmechanika módszerével Török I. et al.: Csővezetékek élettartama: csővezetékek süllyedése Török I. et al.: Műtárgykeresztezés élettartamának elemzése 38 PUBLICATIONS 2.1 2.1 Material Combinations and Their Production Published Czél Gy.; Nagy Gy.; Bárczy P.; Lukács J.: Polimer mátrixú szerkezeti elem tanulmányozása. V. Országos Anyagtudományi, Anyagvizsgálati és Anyaginformatikai Konferencia és Kiállítás, Balatonfüred, 2005. október 9-11. Elõadások kivonata CD-ROM. 2005. p. 38. ISBN 963 219 274 5. (Abstract.) Published Czél, Gy.; Nagy, Gy.; Bárczy, P.; Lukács, J.: A study on a PMC structural element. Materials Science Forum. Research reports Bárczy P. et al.: A TIPELIN 7700M Black PE100 fekete HDPE csõalapanyag mechanikai tulajdonságai Bárczy P. et al.: Az anyagszerkezet és a mechanikai tulajdonságok kapcsolata PE 80 (TIPELIN 380-30/302) és PE100 (TIPELIN 7700M Black) cső hegesztéseinél Bárczy P. et al.: Feldolgozás közbeni gázmintavételi módszerek fejlesztése Kollár M. et al.: Poliuretán elasztomerek alapanyagainak vizsgálata Kollár M. et al.: Poliuretán elasztomerek előállítása és szerkezete Marossy K. et al.: P szerves peroxidokkal kiváltott termooxidatív degradációja 39 PUBLICATIONS 2.2 2.2 Mechatronic Technologies Published Lukács, Zs.; Tisza, M.: Multi-step forming simulation. International Conference on Industrial Tools ICIT'2005, Bled, Slovenia, 12-14. April 2005. Tisza, M.: A general overview of numerical modelling and simulation in sheet metal forming. Slovenian-Hungarian Mini-Symposium, 25. October 2005. Tisza, M.: Az anyagtudományi oktatás helyzete a hazai felsőoktatási intézményekben. OAAAKK'2005, Balatonfüred, 2005. október 9-11. Tisza, M.: Numerical modelling and simulation in sheet metal forming: Academic and industrial perspectives. Materials Science Forum, v. 473-474. pp. 407-414. Tisza, M.: Rapid parametric process design using FEM, Advanced Materials Research. v. 6-8. (2005) pp. 235-240. Tisza, M.; Gál, G.; Lukács, Zs.; Kovács, P.: Effect of various parameters on the wall thickness distribution in multi-step deep-drawing. MicroCAD'2005, Miskolc, 2005. 03. 10-11. Tisza, M.; Gál, G.; Lukács, Zs.; Kovács, P.: Numerical modelling of multi-step deep-drawing. Slovenian-Hungarian Mini-Symposium, 25. October 2005. Tisza, M.; Gál, G.; Lukács, Zs.; Kovács, P.: Simulation of multi-step deep-drawing performed in transfer presses. ICTP'2005. Verona-Italy, 10-14. October 2005. Tisza, M.; Lukács, Zs.; Tisza, M. jr.: FEM analysis in die design practice. ESAFORM'2005. Cluj-Napoca, Romania, 27-29. April 2005. Tisza, M.; Lukács, Zs.; Tisza, M. jr.: Rapid parametric process design using FEM analysis. SheMet'2005 Conference, Erlangen-Nürnberg, Germany, 5-8. April 2005. Under publication Tisza M.: Numerikus modellezés alkalmazása a lemezalakító iparban. „Innováció és Tudás” Konferencia, Miskolc, 2005. Research reports Török T. et al.: A felületszerelt elektronikai alkatrészek és a nyomtatott huzalozású lapok ón/ólom alapú forraszanyagokkal kapcsolt felületrészeinek állapotát befolyásoló tényezõk feltárása, különös tekintettel az újraömlesztéses (reflow) forrasztásra Török T. et al.: Felületkezelés, illetve a felületállapot hatása az elektronikai alkatrészek forraszthatóságára 40 PUBLICATIONS 3.1 3.1 Industrial Automation Published Blaga, Cs.; Kovacs, E.: Measurement and simulation of solenoid based actuators. Dubrovnik 2005. Sept. 26-28. ISBN 953-6037-42-4, CD-ROM p.6. Under publication Csáki T; Makó I; Zsiga Z.: Szerelési folyamatok egységesítése. Szerelőhelyek jellegzetes struktúráinak elemzése. „Innováció és Tudás” Konferencia, Miskolc, 2005. Kovács E.; Váradiné Sz.A.; Takács Gy: Automatikus lézeres magasságmérő berendezés koncepciója. „Innováció és Tudás” Konferencia, Miskolc, 2005. Takács Gy.; Csáki T.; Hegedűs, Gy: Gyors átállási módszerek feltárása, fúró-maró megmunkáló központok termelékenységének növelésére. „Innováció és Tudás” Konferencia, Miskolc, 2005. Váradiné Sz. A.; Kovács E. : Lézeres távolságmérők összehasonlító vizsgálata és elemzése. „Innováció és Tudás” Konferencia, Miskolc, 2005. Research reports Csáki T. et al.: Adatok elemzése és keresése adatbányászat alkalmazásával Csáki T. et al.: Ügyviteli rendszert támogató szoftverek és szoftverkomponensek fejlesztése Kovács E. et al.: Mozgó lézeres mérőrendszerek alkalmazhatóságának kutatása gyártó-szerelő termelő berendezések pontosságának és hatékonyságának növelésére Kovács E. et al.: Vizsgálóberendezés komplett működési koncepciójának kidolgozása a műszerfalak gyártása során felpréselt mutatók magasságának aktív rendszerű ellenőrzésére Szabóné Makó I. et al.: Szerelési folyamatok időbeliségeinek és egységesíthetőségének elemzése Szabóné Makó I. et al.: Szerelőhelyek tipizált kialakításának és rugalmasságának fokozása Takács Gy. et al.: Gyors átállási módszerek feltárása, fúró-maró megmunkáló központok termelékenységének növelésére Takács Gy. et al.: Szerszámgépek termelékenység-fokozó gyors átállási stratégiáinak feltáró elemzése Telek P. et al.: Szerelő munkahelyek alkatrészellátási stratégiáinak és szimulációs vizsgálatuk elméleti alapjainak kidolgozása Telek P. et al.: Szerelő munkahelyek optimális munkahelyi készletszintjének, tárolási és feltöltési technikájának vizsgálata 41 PUBLICATIONS 3.2 3.2 Intelligent Measurement and Control Systems Published Gyurkó I.: A nagyvasúti villamos vontatási fogyasztók hálózat visszahatásának vizsgálata. ELEKTROTECHNIKA.2005/10. 98.évfolyam. pp. 257- 259 Gyurkó I.: Elektronikus informatikai berendezéseket zavaró hálózati visszahatások vizsgálata. ELEKTROTECHNIKA.2005/5. 98.évfolyam. pp.148-150. Szarka, T.; Szentirmai, L.: Safe Operation of Rail by Ensuring high Standard Quality of Energy Supply. International Conference on Ship Propulsion and Railway Traction Systems 2005. 4 to 6 Oct 2005. Bologna, Italy. Szarka, T.; Szentirmai, L.: Electrical Drives Contribution To Sustainable Development. EDPE’2005. International Conference on Electrical Drives and Power Electronics. 26 28 September 2005, Dubrovnik, Croatia. Váradi, Sz. A.; Szarka, T.; Szentirmai, L.: Electrical Energy Quality and Drive Operation. EPQ2005. International Scientific and Technical Conference, Efficiency and Power Quality of Electrical Supply of Industrial Enterprises, Mariupol, 18-20 May 2005. Ukraina. pp: 26-29 Váradi, Sz. A.; Szentirmai, L.; Szarka, T.: Reduction of Life Cycle Costs in Pumping Systems by Unexpected Fault Finding. EEMODS' 05. Conference 2005 - Energy Efficiency in Motor Driven Systems. Heidelberg. Germany, 5-8. September 2005. Váradiné, Sz. A.: Remote Control of Intelligent Virtual Instrumentation using the Internet. OGÉT 2005. Szatmárnémeti, Románia, pp.156-159. Under publication Kovács E.; Váradiné Sz. A.; Radács L.;, Szarka T. : A városi hálózatokon megjelenő zavarok- és a zavarforrás helyek feltárása. „Innováció és Tudás” Konferencia, Miskolc, 2005. Váradi, A.; Szentirmai, L.: Impact of inverter power output quality on operation of inverter-fed induction motor drives. SPEEDAM'2006 Symposium on Power Electronics, Electrical Drives, Automation & Motion. Italy, 2006. Váradiné Sz. A.; Kovács E.; Blága Cs.; Szabó N: Virtuális műszerek alkalmazása elektronikus áramkörök tesztelésére. „Innováció és Tudás” Konferencia, Miskolc, 2005. Váradiné Sz.A.: Leállási idő mérésére alkalmas tesztberendezés fejlesztése. „Innováció és Tudás” Konferencia, Miskolc, 2005. Váradiné Sz.A.; Kovács E.; Blága Cs.; Szabó N.: Elektronikai áramkörök tesztelése NI ELVIS alkalmazásával. Felhasználói kézikönyv kb. 300 oldal. Research reports Ajtonyi I. et al.: A mechatronikában ill. szerelésautomatikában a vezeték nélküli kommunikációs rendszerek lehetőségének feltárása Ajtonyi I. et al.: Mikrokamerás felvételek készítése speciális folyamatok megfigyelése érdekében Szarka T. et al.: Nagyteljesítményű ipari villamos berendezések okozta zavarok és az üzembiztonságot veszélyeztető hálózati visszahatása vizsgálata Szarka T. et al.: Villamos hálózatok, energetikai berendezések és rendszerek vizsgálata, mérési módszerek kidolgozása Szecső G. et al.: Nagynyomású öntőgépek termelés-felügyeleti és diagnosztikai rendszerének fejlesztése Váradiné Szarka A. et al.: Ethernet hálózaton vezérelhető mérési és tesztelési módszerek kidolgozása Váradiné Szarka A. et al.: Leállási idő mérésére alkalmas tesztberendezés mérésvezérlő szoftverének fejlesztése Váradiné Szarka A. et al.: Tesztelési módszerek kidolgozása elektronikai áramkörök vizsgálatára NI-ELVIS rendszer alkalmazásával 42 PUBLICATIONS 3.3 3.3 Logistic Systems Published Bányai T.; Cselényi J.; Mang B.; Telek P.: Használt háztartási berendezések gyűjtési rendszerének telepítési algoritmusa és alkalmazása. in: Gépgyártástechnológia. 1/2005. pp.5-11. Cselényi J.; Illés B.: A termelési logisztikai folyamat tervezésének és működtetésének stratégiái I. TRANSPACK V, 2005, 1, pp.44-48., ISSN 1587-7183 Cselényi J.; Illés B.: A termelési logisztikai folyamat tervezésének és működtetésének stratégiái II. TRANSPACK, 2005., V.,1., pp.44-47., ISSN 1587-7183 Cselényi J.; Illés B.: A termelési logisztikai folyamat tervezésének és működtetésének stratégiái III. TRANSPACK, 2005., V.,2., pp.42-44., ISSN 1587-7183 Cselényi J.; Illés B.: A termelési logisztikai folyamat tervezésének és működtetésének stratégiái IV. TRANSPACK, 2005., V.,3., pp.26-29., ISSN 1587-7183 Cselényi J.; Illés B.: Elektronikus piactér alkalmazásának lehetősége szervizek elfekvő készleteinek értékesítésére. Gépgyártás, 2005., XLV., 1., pp.12-18., ISSN 0016-8580 Cselényi J.; Illés B.: Kis teherbírású, függőleges modulokból felépülő, számítógépes irányítású tárolórendszerek optimális kialakítási lehetőségei és működtetési stratégiák I. TRANSPACK, 2005.,V.,2., pp.48-49., ISSN 1587-7183, Cselényi J.; Illés B.: Kis teherbírású, függőleges modulokból felépülő, számítógépes irányítású tárolórendszerek optimális kialakítási lehetőségei és működtetési stratégiák II. TRANSPACK, 2005.,V.,3., pp.30-31., ISSN 1587-7183 Cselényi J.; Illés B.: Kis teherbírású, függőleges modulokból felépülő, számítógépes irányítású tárolórendszerek optimális kialakítási lehetőségei és működtetési stratégiák III. TRANSPACK, 2005.,IV.,8., pp.52-53., ISSN 1587-7183 Cselényi J.; Illés B.; Bálint R.: Átfutási idők csökkentésének lehetőségei mechatronikai termékek gyártásánál, különös tekintettel a beszállítói rendszer optimális működésére. A Miskolci Egyetem Közleménye, Mechatronika, Anyagtudomány, Vol. 1., No. 2 (2005), pp.185-196., ISSN 1589-827X Cselényi J.; Illés B.; Kovács L.: Dinamikusan változó termékstruktúra és a volumen hatása a mechatronikai termékszerelés logisztikai reengineeringjére, A Miskolci Egyetem Közleménye, Mechatronika, Anyagtudomány, Vol. 1., No. 2 (2005), pp.197-204., ISSN 1589-827X Cselényi J.; Illés B.; Németh J.: Hálózatszerű karbantartás és hálózatépítés készleteinek optimális elhelyezése, fölöslegessé váló készletek kezelése Projekt Orientált Működés esetén, Gépgyártás, 2005., XLV., 1., pp.19-26., ISSN 0016-8580 Cselényi J.; Illés B.; Rádai L.: Tömbtárolós automatizált gépkocsitároló-rendszerek irányítási stratégiáinak néhány kérdése. Gépgyártás, 2005., XLV., 1., pp.27-31., ISSN 0016-8580 Cselényi, J.; Illés, B.: Utilization of research in logistics and cooperation possibilities with the „Visegrád Four” countries. Innovation and utility in the Visegrád Four. International Scientific Conference, Nyíregyháza. 2005.10.10-13. Vol.3. Agricultural and Mechanical Engineering. pp. 595-605. ISBN 963869182-2-4 Cselényi, J.; Kovács, L.; Kovács, Gy.; Bálint, R.: Conversion possibilities of storage zones of distribution warehouses in case of changing structures and volume of commissioned products, Annals of MTeM for 2005& Proceedings of the 7th International Conference Modern Technologies in Manufacturing, Technical University of Cluj-Napoca, Cluj-Napoca, 6-8th October 2005, ISBN 973-9087-83-3, pp.167-172 Illés B.; Cselényi J.; Bálint R.: Ipari parkok nemzetközi értékelése alapján meghatározott sikertényezők intenzifikálására szolgáló hatáslánc egy változata. Gépgyártás, 2005., XLV., 1.,pp.32-35., ISSN 0016-8580 Illés B.; Cselényi J.; Kovács L.: Logisztikai kutatási feladatok és lehetőségek a Miskolci Egyetem Mechatronikai és Anyagtudományi Kooperációs Kutatási Központjában és Regionális Egyetemi Tudásközpontjában. OGÉT 2005, Szatmárnémeti, 2005, április 28-május 01, Kiadvány: pp.101-105., ISBN 973-7840-03-8 Illés B.; Cselényi J.; Németh J.: Hálózatszerűen működő karbantartás, felújítás és hálózatépítés logisztikai rendszereinek tervezési és irányítási módszerei. A Miskolci Egyetem Közleménye, Mechatronika, Anyagtudomány, Vol. 1., No. 2 (2005), pp.149-164., ISSN 1589827X 43 PUBLICATIONS 3.3 3.3 Logistic Systems Published Illés, B.: Die logistischen Zeitfaktoren bezogen auf den Wartungsprozess. 7th International Conference Modern Technologies in Manufacturing. Cluj-Napoca. 2005.10.6-8.. pp.239-244. ISBN 9739087833 Nagy, M.; Bányai Á.; Cselényi, J.: Comparison of the results of heuristic algorithm and the whole discount of purchasing system optimisation. Annals of DAAAM for 2005& Proceedings of the 16th International DAAAM Symposium, University of Rijeka, Opatija, 1922nd October 2005, ISSN 1726-9679, ISBN 3-901509-46-1, pp.261-262. Nagy, M.; Bányai, Á.; Cselényi, J.: Sensibility analysis of optimization of purchasing system in special consideration of users. Annals of MTeM for 2005& Proceedings of the 7th International Conference Modern Technologies in Manufacturing, Technical University of ClujNapoca, Cluj-Napoca, 6-8th October 2005, ISBN 973-9087-83-3, pp.293-296. Nagyné Gy. M.; Bányainé T. Á.; Cselényi J.: Beszállítói rendszer optimalizálásának érzékenységi vizsgálata az alkatrészek és a beszállítók sajátosságainak függvényében. GÉPGYÁRTÁS, A Gépipari Tudományos Egyesület Szakfolyóirata, Logisztikai célszám 2. rész, XLV. évfolyam, 2005. 1. szám, HU ISSN 0016-8580, pp.36-44., Konferencia kiadvány Nagyné Gyüker M.; Bányainé Tóth Á.; Cselényi J.: Beszállítói rendszer optimalizálásának érzékenységi vizsgálata az alkatrészek és a beszállítók sajátosságainak függvényében. X. Fiatal Műszakiak Tudományos Ülésszaka Nemzetközi Tudományos Konferencia, Erdélyi Múzeum Egyesület, Kolozsvár, 2005. március 18-19., ISBN 973-8231-44-2, pp.70-74. Oláh B.; Bányai T.; Cselényi J.: A felhasználók késztermék igényeit a szerelőüzemekhez rendelő algoritmusok összehasonlítása és az optimumok termékekre való érzékenységi vizsgálata. in: Fiatal Műszakiak Tudományos Ülésszakának kiadványa. Kolozsvár. 2005. pp.70-74. Oláh B.; Bányai T.; Cselényi J.: Sensitivity analysis of optimums concerning assembly plants and comparison of algorithms for assignment of plants to the product requirements of the users. in: Proceedings of microCAD 2005 International Scientific Conference. Miskolc. 2005. pp.107-113. Under publication Bányai, T.; Csáki, T.; Cselényi, J., Patkó, Gy.: New reserach concept in the field of mechatromics and logistics International Logistics and Supply Chain Congress' 2005. november 23-24, 2005, Istanbul, Turkiye Cselényi, J.; Illés, B.; Kovács, Gy.; Bálint, R.: Network of north-east Hungarian logistic centres and logistic clusters, International Logistics and Supply Chain Congress 2005, November 23-24, 2005, Istanbul, Turkiye Illés, B.: Connection between the maintenance and logistics, International Logistics and Supply Chain Congress 2005, November 23-24, 2005, Istanbul, Turkiye Nagy, M.; Bányai, Á.; Cselényi, J.: Optimal selection of purchasing system of assembly plant operating in network considering possibilities of direct transport and transport through the distribution stores, International Logistics and Supply Chain Congress 2005, November 23-24, 2005, Istanbul, Turkiye Research reports Bányai T. et al.: Közlekedési logisztikai hatékonyság mérésére szolgáló módszerek kidolgozása Bányai T. et al.:Intelligens jegy- és bérletrendszer bevezetése a közlekedési logisztikai hatékonyság növelése érdekében Cselényi J. et al.: A Kárpátok Beszállítói Klaszter logisztikai felépítésének és működési stratégiájának a kidolgozása Cselényi J. et al.: Beszállítók logisztikai tevékenységét segítő logisztikai klaszterek tervezésének és irányításának elméleti megalapozása Illés B. et al.: Ipari parkba integrált, multimodális logisztikai központok tervezésének és irányításának elmélete Illés B. et al.: Sátoraljaújhelyi Ipari Parkban integrált multimodális logisztikai szolgáltató központ kiépítésének a vizsgálata Illés B. et al.: Alkatrész készletezési és beszerzési stratégiák optimalizálása Kovács L. et al.: A kombi hűtőszekrénygyártás gyártó- és szerelősorai, valamint munkahelyei közötti logisztikai rendszer intenzifikálása 44 PUBLICATIONS Papers with a general topic read at various events 1. Bányai, T.: Research activities and co-operation possibilities of the Regional Knowledge Centre on Mechatronics and Logistics. Workshop at University of Duisburg, Germany, 2005.03.14. 2. Bányai, T.; Csáki, T.; Lengyel, A.; Patkó, Gy.: Investigations in materials science, mechatronics and logistics at the University of Miskolc. 2nd International Workshop. Strenghtening of interregional R&D collaborations between Hungary, Slovakia, Romania and Ukraine. June 23-25, 2005 3. Bányai, T.; Csáki, T.; Patkó, Gy.: Ungarische Teilnahme an der ungarisch-deutschen Forschungsbasis im Bereich Mechatronik. Working Meeting German-Hungarian Research Bases, Bonn, 2005. 08. 26. 4. Csáki, T.: Mechatronic research at the Department of Machine Tools of the University of Miskolc. Workshop at the University of Duisburg, Germany, 2005.03.14. 5. Csáki, T.; Patkó, Gy.: A Miskolci Egyetem feladatai a régió tudásközpontjának kialakításában. Miskolc, mint tudásalapú technológiai transzferközpont c. Workshop. REVITAE program. Miskolc, 2005.05.26. 6. Patkó Gy.; Csáki T.; Bányai T.: A Miskolci Egyetem Tudásintenzív Mechatronikai és Logisztikai Rendszerek Regionális Egyetemi Tudásközpontjának lehetőségei a mechatronikai és logisztikai kutatásokban. XX. Háztartási készülék szeminárium. Jászberény, 2005. október 13-14. 45 MEDIA PRESENCE OF THE KNOWLEDGE CENTRE, EXTERNAL AND INTERNAL COMMUNICATIONS Media presence MLR-RET officially started its operation with a ceremonial session of the Management Board on 17 June 2005. The event was covered by the Miskolci Városi Televízió (local television), the Magyar Rádió Miskolci Körzeti Stúdiója (local radio associated with the Hungarian Radio), Észak-Magyarország (local daily), and Borsod Online (local Internet newspaper). The program Heuréka! of the Duna Televízó showed interviews about MLR-RET, presenting the staff working at various research centres as well as the consortium partners, all of whom described and spoke highly about the importance of their joint activities. Gazdasági Tükörkép Magazin (an economic weekly) published an interview on the operation and regional role of MLR-RET in its issue of 2 November 2005. External relations Representing MLR-RET, Dr. Tibor Csáki, director, gave a paper 'Mechatronic Research at the Department of Machine Tools of the University of Miskolc at a workshop at the University of Duisburg-Essen on 14 March 2005, which was in preparation for a German-Hungarian bilateral cooperation. Dr. Tamás Bányai, deputy director, gave a paper 'Research Activities and Cooperation Possibilities of the Regional Knowledge Centre on Mechatronics and Logistics' at the same workshop. Representing MLR-RET, Dr. Tibor Csáki, director, gave a paper at the workshop MISKOLC as KNOWLEDGE-BASED TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER CENTRE, in the framework of the REVITAE program held by the local government of the City of Miskolc, Észak-Magyarországi Regionális Fejlesztési Ügynökség Kht. and INNOCENTER Innovációs Központ Kht. Venue of the workshop: University of Miskolc, Post-Graduate Training Centre, TVK Hall, date: 26 May 2005. Representing MLR-RET, Dr. Tamás Bányai, deputy director, gave a paper at the international workshop Strengthening Interregional R&D Collaborations between Hungary, Slovakia, Romania and Ukraine, held by the University of Debrecen with support from Nemzeti Kutatási és Technológiai Hivatal. Venue: Hotel Nagyerdõ. Date: 23 June 2005. Dr. Gyula Patkó, chairman of MLR-RET, gave a paper 'Ungarische Teilnahme an der ungarisch-deutschen Forschungsbasis im Bereich Mechatronik' at the event Working Meeting German-Hungarian Research Bases. Venue: Bonn. Date: 26 August 2005. Dr. Tibor Csáki, director, gave a paper at the XX. Household Appliances Seminar on The Possibilities of the Regional Knowledge Centre of the University of Miskolc, Knowledge-Intensive Mechatronic and Logistic Systems in Mechatronic and Logistic Research on 14 October 2005. Dr. József Cselényi, consultant, gave a paper on New Research Concepts in the Field of Mechatronics and Logistics at the International Logistics and Supply Chain Congress' 2005 conference in Istanbul on 23 November 2005. Internal communications Communications between the University of Miskolc as leader of the consortium and the member companies of the consortium take place at different levels: At the highest level: in the preparation, administration and evaluation of the sessions of the Management Board (strategic cooperation), At intermediate level: in the working relations between the members of the Operative Council and the company officials (tactical cooperation), at project level: in the cooperation between the project leaders and the company research leaders (operative cooperation). 46 PERFORMANCE INDICATORS Scientific achievements Programs 1.1 1.2 2.1 2.2 3.1 3.2 3.3 Total Published 0 0 0 2 0 2 16 20 Under publication 0 2 1 0 0 0 0 3 Published 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Under publication 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 2 Published 6 3 1 8 1 5 9 33 Under publication 0 1 0 1 4 4 4 14 National 4 2 1 1 0 0 0 8 International 2 2 0 7 1 5 9 26 Reports, studies 6 7 6 2 8 8 10 47 Articles in journals Books, chapters of books Papers in conference proceedings Papers read at conferences Staff performing competent research work University professor 9 Associate professor 21 Senior lecturer 10 Lecturer 10 Researcher 10 Engineer-lecturer 2 Research assistant 7 Departmental engineer 8 Technician 4 PhD student 18 Undergraduate 45 Total: 144 Undergraduate PhD student Technician Research assistant Researcher Departmental engineer Engineer-lecturer Lecturer Senior lecturer Associate professor University professor 47 PERFORMANCE INDICATORS Innovation and business utilisation 40 35 30 25 20 15 10 5 0 1.1 1.2 2.1 2.2 prototype service application technology product 3.1 3.2 3.3 The utilisation of the research and development achievements was effected in addition to the consortium partners at the following companies: · · Robert Bosch Power Tool Elektromos Szerszámgyártó Kft.; DHL Logisztika Kft.; · Elastico Kft.; · Fux Rt.; · AES-Tisza Erőmű Kft. Academic activities The achievements of research and development activities also found their employment in academic activities: 9 PhD theses have been begun, several papers for the Students' Scientific Societies were accepted for the conference program of the Students' Scientific Societies of the University of Miskolc, MLR-RET founded a special prize for the best paper for the Students' Scientific Societies in mechatronics and logistics, several final theses were begun to be prepared in the various research projects, the research results achieved are continuously integrated into the curricula of the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and the Faculty of Engineering and Materials Science of the University of Miskolc. Social utilisation The project made contributions to: sustainable development and environmental protection, the implementation of equal opportunities, security, moderation of regional inequalities. 48 FINANCING, AGGREGATE FINANCIAL INDICATORS The operation of the MLR-RET consortium is ensured by three sources: support, own resources of the consortium members, and income from external commissions. In terms of financing, the strategic objective is to increase the own resources of the members and the income from external commissions. 400000 350000 300000 250000 200000 150000 100000 50000 0 support own resources income from external commission Sources Miskolci Egyetem Support External commission Bosch Elektronika Support Own resources Bosch Rexroth Support Own resources Electrolux Support Own resources Prec-Cast Support Own resources TVK Support Own resources Borsod Volán Support Own resources ÉMGK Support Own resources ZRVA Support Own resources 334141 11930 4167 4167 2000 2000 3000 3000 2000 2000 3000 3000 2000 2000 1375 1375 2000 2000 49 FINANCING, AGGREGATE FINANCIAL INDICATORS Distribution of personnel expenses between the individual research projects Constructing Intelligent Components, Products and Structures Lifetime Management Material Combinations and Their Production Mechatronic Technologies Industrial Automation Intelligent Measurement and Control Systems Logistic Systems Expenditure of support and own resources in 2005 Operation expenses 000 HUF 76 306 Benefits to persons Management 18 548 Researchers 50 412 PhD. students 1 066 Undergraduates 1 875 Post-doctoral staff 3 405 Per diem for foreign travel 1 000 Contributions paid by the employer 19 701 Material expenses 72 763 External commissions 23 120 Other material expenses 49 643 5 800 PR activities Operation 26 820 Foreign travel 2 057 14 966 Overheads Accumulation costs 000 HUF 62 659 Purchase of equipment 8 000 Purchase of intangible assets Investment 121 125 Total: 360 554 50 ABBREVIATIONS AES AES-Tisza Erőmű Kft. (Power Plant) Bosch Elektronika Robert Bosch Elektronika Gyártó Kft. (Power Tool Manufacturing) Bosch PT Robert Bosch Power Tool Elektromos Szerszámgyártó Kft. (Electronic Manufacturing) Bosch Rexroth Bosch Rexroth Pneumatika Gyártó és Kereskedelmi Kft. (Pneumatic Manufacturing and Trade) Borsod Volán Borsod Volán Személyszállítási Rt. (Public Transport) DHL DHL Logisztika Kft. (Logistics) Electrolux Electrolux LEHEL Kft. ÉMGK Észak-magyarországi Munkaadói és Gazdasági Közösség (Employment and Economic Association of Northern Hungary) KPI Kutatás-fejlesztési Pályázati és Kutatáshasznosítási Iroda (Research and Development Project and Research Utilisation Office) ME Miskolci Egyetem (University of Miskolc) MLR-RET Mechatronikai és Logisztikai Rendszerek Regionális Egyetemi Tudásközpont (Regional University Knowledge Centre of Mechatronics and Logistics) MOL MOL Földgázszállító Rt. (Natural Gas Transportation) NI National Instruments Europe Kft. Prec-Cast Prec-Cast Öntödei Kft. (Precision Casting Foundry) SIP Sátoraljaújhelyi Ipari Park (Industrial Park in Sátoraljaújhely) TVK Tiszai Vegyi Kombinát Rt. (Chemical Plant) ZRVA Zempléni Regionális Vállalkozásfejlesztési Alapítvány (Foundation of Enterprise Development in the Region of Zemplén) 51 MLR-RET Regional University Knowledge Centre of Mechatronic and Logistic Systems Regional University Knowledge Centre of Mechatronic and Logistic Systems Miskolc-Egyetemváros H- 3515 Telefon: 46/563-427 Fax: 46/563-426 e-mail: retig@uni-miskolc.hu WEB: ret.uni-miskolc.hu Design: WaterMen Marketing H- 3529 Miskolc, Szilágyi Dezső út 34. Tel.: +36 46 348 548, email@watermen.hu, www.watermen.hu 52