NewSkin OITB was represented by AIMEN Technology Centre at their XVII Workshop on Materials Processing with Laser Technology 26th -27th 2023 October 2023, O Porriño (Pontevedra),  Galicia, Spain, as part of AIMEN International Laser Week 2023.

Topics during laser week events included discussions and presentations on latest advances in laser technology with industrial applications, Advanced surface engineering and laser nanopatterning, key principles of laser surface patterning, strategies to obtain functional surfaces, surface effect and finishing based on selected laser source and patterning strategy, surface characterisation, technical demonstrations and visit to facilities (including facilities available through NewSkin OITB Open access testbed), complex designs, surface texturing and deep engraving, the future of ceramic and glass sector, laser microdrilling, wear resistance and sustainability in laser manufacturing processes. In addition to the AIMEN team, International Laser Week 2023, involved colleagues from Photon Hub Europe (One-Stop-Shop Open Access to Photonics Innovation Support for a Digital Europe).

With 10 upscaling and 9 testing facilities available across Europe, NewSkin OITB supports the development and market acceleration of new surface, coating, & membrane functionalisation by nanotechnologies, boosting a wide range of enhanced surface properties for commercial and personal products in different sectors. For those who wish to discover more on NewSkin Open Innovation Test Bed services and facilities you've come to the right place - check out NewSkin OITB flyers here for an initial overview, explore the NewSkin OITB catalogue of services under open calls for more detail.