Product Development and Lightweight Design

The Laboratory for Product Development and Lightweight Design at the Technical University of Munich, within the Department of Mechanical Engineering, focuses on engineering design and the creation of solutions to complex problems. The laboratory employs methods from product development and lightweight design to explore unknown solutions, emphasizing holistic and interdisciplinary approaches. Research spans quantitative and qualitative methods, including numerical optimization techniques and design structure matrices. The laboratory collaborates closely with industry and academic partners to produce both applicable and scientifically outstanding results.