Prof. Adrian Fassbind

Prof. Adrian Fassbind
ZHAW
School of Engineering
Research profile Product Development Machines
Lagerplatz 22
8400 Winterthur
Personal profile
Management role
Head, Teamleiter Machines
Position at the ZHAW
Lecturer for Product Development, Teamleiter Machines
www.zhaw.ch/de/engineering/institute-zentren/zpp/
Expertise and research interests
- Broad and cross-industry experience in the development of capital goods from the idea to the production stage.
- CAD experience: Medusa, ProE, CATIA V5, 3D Experience
- Specialist in the development of complex mechanical systems, non-linear gears, cam discs, coupling gears, etc.
-KTI / Innosuisse:
* 2020-2021: ratioX
* 2018-2019: "Gluepack"
* 2014-2017: Development of a novel measuring device
* 2012-2013: Development of a novel measuring device
* 2010-2012: development of a gait trainer for neurorehabilitation.
-aF&E projects:
2018-2019: Development of a device for automatic application of NFC tags.
2009: Recalculation and preparation of an expert report for a snow blower gearbox
2007: Development and design of a new suspension system for fixing insulation mats for the construction industry.
-Project and bachelor theses:
2021
* Development of an experience box for demented people
* Development of a new reel for municipal vehicles
* Development of a vibration dosing device
* Automation of an adhesive spraying nozzle for punch packaging
* Development of a fully hydraulic quick-change system for light construction machinery
* Development of a centrifuge robot
2020:
* Development of a transfer robot for ice cream production, part 2.
* Development of a novel dosing device
* Development of a prosthesis for a child
* Development of a testing device for special gears
2019:
* Further development of a wood gasifier together with the ICP.
* Development of a transfer robot for ice cream production, part 1
* Development of a beer bottling machine for SMEs
* Development of a new flap mechanism for mixers
* Further development of the digital twin "Poppy
* Development of a transfer standing device for paraplegics together with Dep. G
* Development of a device to test the cutting ability of surgical tools.
2018:
* Development of a wood gasifier together with the ICP.
* Development of a new brake testing device for SBB
* Development of a new type of grinder
* Development of a mesh welding machine
2017:
* New development of an assembly tool incl. sensor
* New development of a grinding device
* Further development of an unloading device for harbour cranes
* New development of a brake testing device for rail vehicles
* New development of a quick-action clamping device for construction vehicles
* Basic study for furniture fittings
* New development of an automatic welding device
2016:
* Development of a wheel drive for ship unloading cranes
* Further development of an experimental wood gasifier
* Development of a power-heat composite system
* Development of a novel operating tool
* Device for changing wear parts in a production machine
2015:
* Further development of an experimental wood gasifier
* Development and construction of a hoist for food processing machines
* Examination unit for medical purposes
* Novel surgical tool
* Development of a wheel drive for loading and unloading stations
2014:
* Developments constructions in the field of food processing machinery
* Basic development for cutting processes of recycled material
* Development and construction of an aluminium profile polishing machine
* Development and construction of an experimental wood gasifier together with ICP
* Preliminary study for a new type of non-return valve for the food industry
* Development and design of a PET processing machine together with the IMS
* Development and design of a hoist for food processing machinery.
2013:
* Development of a filter module for packaging machines.
2012:
* Development and design of a filling machine for the food industry
* Development and design of a special tool for installers
2011:
* Further development of an ABS ceramic 3D printer. BA was awarded the "Sulzer Prize".
* Development of a hole punching module for the graphic industry
* Development and construction of a device for loading and unloading mobile toilets
* Development and construction of a filter application machine for mushroom substrate processing
* Balancing and bending machine for automatic processing of torches
* Development and construction of a balancer for marine diesel engines
2010:
* New design of a lifting device for the graphic industry.
* Development of a therapeutic device for neurological rehabilitation incl. prototype construction. BA was awarded the Rheinmetall Prize (www.rheinmetall-defence.com).
* Development of a valve
* Development of a solar vehicle
* Development of a handling device for the automotive industry
* Development of a special machine for graphic engineering
* Design of a packaging machine for mushroom production
* Development of a 3D ABS ceramic printer
* Development of an autonomous lawn mower
2009:
* Development and design of a 4-wheel recumbent bicycle
* Test device for dynamic stabilisation system Elaspine
* New development of an automatic boring head for machining tools
* Analysis and redesign of a pressure beam for graphic machines
* New development of a cover for heaters
* New development of a special gearbox
2008:
* Redesign and cost optimisation of an underframe of a tilting table for medical technology.
* New development of a therapeutic device for neurological rehabilitation.
2007:
* Development and design of a multi-part running ring for cement rotary kilns. Prototype commissioning at Holcim in spring 2008.
Educational background
2019/2020: CAS Higher Education Didactics
2016: Sabbatical at QUST / CDTF in Qingdao (CN) as visiting professor
1994-1995: Postgraduate studies in industrial engineering STV at the Kaderschule St. Gallen, specialising in procurement and production logistics
1986-1989: Technical College Winterthur, specialising in mechanical engineering, graduated as Dipl. Masch. Ing. HTL
1982-1986: Apprenticeship as mechanical draughtsman at BBC- Oerlikon
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Professional milestones
from 2006: Lecturer at the ZHAW-IPP, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Energy Technology and Aviation (MEA)
1991-2006: Müller Martini AG, 8552 Felben: Development and design engineer, project manager, group leader, development manager
1990-1991: Micafil AG, 8048 Zurich: Development and Design Engineer
Membership of networks
Projects
- Feasibility study seat scan / Project leader / Project completed
- Development of an automatic bicycle transmission for e-bikes / Project leader / Project completed
- Parking Guidance System / Project leader / Project completed
- Gluepack / Project leader / Project completed
- Ball jack: Handhärteprüfer für Tennisbälle / Project leader / Project completed
- Smartboard / Project leader / Project completed
- Additive Manufacturing of Ceramics by Composite Microextrusion / Project co-leader / Project completed
- Innovative approach of a hybrid precision load cell / Project leader / Project completed
Publications
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Boiger, Gernot Kurt; Buff, Vincent; Zubiaga, Asier; Fassbind, Adrian; Caels, Pedro,
2019.
In:
Müller, Stephan; Fuchs, Michael, eds.,
Proceedings of the ICPS19 : 5th international conference on polygeneration strategies.
ICPS19 - 5th International Conference on Polygeneration Strategies, Vienna, 18-20 November 2019.
Vienna:
Verein zur Förderung zukunftsfähiger Energietechnik auf Basis der Polygenerationsstrategie aus Biomasse.
pp. 134-142.
Available from: https://doi.org/10.21256/zhaw-19154
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Penner, Dirk; Fassbind, Adrian; Henke, René; Mauchle, Stéphane; de Hazan, Yoram,
2017.
Additive manufacturing of ceramics by composite microextrusion.
Ceramic Forum International.
94(3-4), pp. 62-65.
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Fassbind, Adrian; Klamroth-Marganska, Verena,
2021.
Wissens- und Technologietransfer im Bachelorstudiengang Ergotherapie.
In:
Wissens- und Technologietransfer der Fachhochschulen, FHNW, Olten, 3. November 2021.
Publications before appointment at the ZHAW
Siemens Excellence Award, Holzvergaser, 2014
STZ, Intelligente Mechanik hilft auf die Beine, 05/2015
STZ, Prozess optimieren, Kosten senken, 05/2016
Zeitschrift cfi, Additive Manufacturing of Ceramics by
Composite Microextrusion, 03/2017