Attend our training as joint event to ACTUATOR 2026
June 29th, 2026, from 9 am to 5 pm
Kurhaus Wiesbaden, Kurhausplatz 1, 65189 Wiesbaden
Join us on June 29th, 2026, in Wiesbaden for a full day of technical training sessions led by internationally recognized experts in advanced actuator technologies. These two introductory courses, dedicated to piezoelectric actuators and linear magnetic actuators will give you a solid understanding of the fundamental principles, current technologies, and practical applications behind modern actuation systems.
Designed for research, electronic, and mechanical engineers, these sessions combine theory and hands-on practice to strengthen your skills in next-generation mechatronic systems. Take this opportunity to enhance your knowledge, exchange with field specialists, and explore the latest innovations shaping the future of actuation.
Our training sessions at
actuator 2026
Participants from industry
650€
Participants from university
550€
Including documentation, coffee and lunch breaks
June 29th, 2026, from 9 am to 5 pm
Kurhaus Wiesbaden, Kurhausplatz 1, 65189 Wiesbaden
Piezoelectric
actuators
Introductory course
Dr. Frank CLAEYSSEN
OBJECTIVES
- Learn the use of piezo actuators
- Understand main principles
- Know how to operate piezo actuators with their electronics
WHO SHOULD ATTEND ?
- Electronic and mechanical engineers, technicians...
LANGUAGE
- Copies in English
- Training taught in English
SCHEDULE
Basic Knowledge
- Basics on piezoelectric materials (bulk and MLA)
- Piezo materials for actuators
- Constitutive laws / Equivalent electric circuit
Review of Piezoelectric Actuators
- Direct and amplified piezoelectric actuators
- Piezo mechanisms
- Practical exercises
Review of Piezoelectric Motors
- Piezoelectric motors
- Resonant structures
- Tribology of piezoelectric motors
Practices
Linear Magnetic
Actuators
Introductory course
Dr. Xavier de Lépine
OBJECTIVES
- Discover various concept of linear magnetic actuators
- Know technologies and specifics problems linked to their use and design
WHO SHOULD ATTEND ?
- Engineers and technicians designer or user of linear magnetic actuators. A magnetism background or an attendance to the course ‘Magnetism for mechatronics’ would be appreciated.
LANGUAGE
- Copies in English
- Training taught in English
SCHEDULE
Basics of Magnetism for Actuators
- Magnetic effects and laws
- Magnetic forces
- Magnetic materials
Linear Magnetic Actuators
- Overview of different types of linear actuators
- Design and performance of:
• Moving coil actuators
• Moving magnet actuators
• Moving iron actuators
- Introduction to other magnetic actuators
Practices
