Forms of Cooperation with Companies

The Department can cooperate with companies in several forms, depending on the needs of the enterprise.

1. Expert Opinions and Technical Consultations

This form is intended for companies that need a rapid assessment of a technical problem, specialist consultation or recommendations for further action.

Example activities:

• analysis of technical documentation,
• design consultations,
• assessment of a proposed technical concept,
• identification of problem causes,
• technological recommendations.

2. Laboratory Tests and Measurements

This form is intended for companies that want to verify the properties of materials, components, devices or processes.

Example activities:

• electrical measurements,
• testing of device operating parameters,
• prototype testing,
• signal analysis,
• measurement of process characteristics.

3. Modelling and Simulations

This form is intended for companies that need design analysis, construction optimization or prediction of device behaviour before building a prototype.

Example activities:

• numerical models,
• electromagnetic models,
• thermal models,
• dynamic models,
• simulations of emergency states,
• optimization of design parameters.

4. Research and Development Projects

This form is intended for companies planning to develop new technologies, products or processes.

Example activities:

• development of a technology concept,
• construction of a demonstrator,
• prototype testing,
• optimization of operating parameters,
• feasibility analysis for implementation,
• preparation of documentation for projects financed from national or European funds.

5. Joint Projects Financed from External Funds

The Department can cooperate with companies in preparing and implementing projects financed from national, regional or European funds.

Possible support includes:

• preparation of the research part of the project,
• development of the R&D concept,
• description of innovation,
• planning of industrial research and development work,
• implementation of research tasks,
• preparation of reports and results,
• participation in scientific and industrial consortia.