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Pace Satellite From NASA

February 6, 2024

Dutch space instrument plays a key role in climate research

Source: Nu.nl – Jeroen Kraan Today, Tuesday February 6, an important event attracts the attention of the world: the launch of a new climate satellite by NASA, equipped with a revolutionary Dutch instrument called SPEXone. This instrument is the result of a collaboration between the Dutch space institute SRON, Airbus and TNO and is about to…
Ventura bus doors

January 29, 2024

Technical NHL STENDEN Business Administration students experience innovation up close

On Thursday, January 25, 45 students from NHL STENDEN University of Applied Sciences with the technical business administration course came together at the Innovatiecluster Drachten (ICD) for a unique experience. They visited four ICD companies: Kwantcontrols, Hytrans, Stork Turbo Bladen and Ventura Systems. This day focused on the theme of improving processes in various industries, where technical business experts...
Redmer from Tijum Philips in action about 'Metals at Philips'

January 26, 2024

From the lecture halls to innovation in practice

We (ICD) recently had the honor of hosting 65 enthusiastic physics students from the University of Groningen, in collaboration with the study association Professor Francken. These visiting academics, who deepen their studies in material science, had a unique opportunity to see theory and practice come together in a special way. The day was filled with…
Article Link magazine

January 25, 2024

The autonomous factory – a great collaboration

A recent article by Link Magazine outlines an impressive vision of the future: the autonomous factory. The innovative concept of 'Autonomous Factory' is central, in which products lead their production processes in their own unique way. This article highlights the role of leading ICD companies such as Philips, Batenburg Beenen and FMI, which are part of the project group. It also highlights the…
Knowledge session 'configure To Order' (cto) at Icd

January 23, 2024

Innovation and efficiency in 'Configure to Order'. A look at ICD's knowledge network with Hytrans and Elfsquad

On January 18, ICD members gathered for a fascinating knowledge session on 'Configure to Order' (CTO) at the SKILL campus in Drachten, the heart of technological innovation in the north. With Hytrans and Elfsquad at the helm, we explored the latest trends and innovations in this dynamic sector. Hytrans, as a new member of ICD and a leading…
Astron, radio astronomy

January 16, 2024

Astron is committed to more female talent in technology

We are proud to announce that our member ASTRON, the institute for radio astronomy, makes an inspiring contribution to diversity within technology. ASTRON recently emphasized in an article in the Volkskrant that the search for female scientists and technicians is a priority. Jessica Dempsey, director of ASTRON, expresses the institute's mission…
Astron LOFAR Space Case

January 10, 2024

Innovative design wins prestigious award at ICD

In a recent development within the Innovatiecluster Drachten, a team of talented students from the University of Twente has achieved a groundbreaking victory. Their project, called “Space Case”, was unanimously chosen as the winner in a challenging design competition organized by ASTRON and the Innovation Cluster. The assignment was ambitious: design a new version of the LOFAR HBA international…
Engineering the Future - Hanze University of Applied Sciences 2023

December 11, 2023

A look into the future of technology and talent at ETF

A dynamic meeting between students and innovative companies The job fair 'Engineering the Future' brought a breath of fresh air to the corridors of the Hanze University of Applied Sciences in Groningen. This event is the place where enthusiastic students and top companies from the technology world met. New place, new opportunities This year the fair was in a different place. It…
Principia Prize 2023 UTwente - Astron and Innovatiecluster Drachten (ICD)

December 5, 2023

Innovation and collaboration during the Principia Prize 2023

On November 28, 2023, talented mechanical engineering students gathered at an event that celebrates innovation and creativity: the Principia Prize, organized by the University of Twente. This year the focus was on a challenging case presented by Astron and the Innovatiecluster Drachten. The assignment was to develop original and creative solutions for the Radio Telescope…