Practice Meets Innovation: Students Explore Hydraulic Market Leaders and Aviation Pioneers

Two-Day Excursion to Bucher Hydraulics and Liebherr Aerospace Inspires Students

When theory comes alive, unforgettable learning experiences are born. On December 16-17, 2025, 19 students from General Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, and Automotive Engineering experienced an extraordinary excursion to two industry leaders.

The joint initiative of our Chair of Fluid-Mechatronic System Technology at TU Dresden and HTW Dresden took students directly to the pinnacle of industrial innovation.

Day 1: Bucher Hydraulics – Where Precision is at Home

In Klettgau, Bucher Hydraulics welcomed us with a warmth that immediately conveyed: Here, nurturing young talent is truly lived. Following a captivating introduction to the company's history and impressive product portfolio, a presentation on development processes allowed students to dive directly into the hydraulics industry mindset.

The absolute highlight: Four interactive stations, specially designed for our visit! Here, our students could establish direct contact with development engineers, discuss current projects, and gain authentic insights into the latest product developments. The subsequent tour through the state-of-the-art production facility perfectly rounded off the day – every manufacturing step became a live experience.

Day 2: Liebherr Aerospace – Soaring Heights of Technology

After an overnight stay at the Veitsburg Youth Hostel in Ravensburg, we continued to Lindenberg to Liebherr-Aerospace and Transportation. Here too, our students were welcomed with open arms and received profound insights into a world where precision can mean the difference between life and death.

The comprehensive facility tour through production, testing, and development areas left students amazed: How are complex systems for the aviation industry created and tested? The technical exchange with on-site engineers opened valuable perspectives on the special requirements and innovative solutions in aerospace technology.

More Than Factory Tours – Inspiration for the Future

These excursions are far more than traditional plant visits. They create emotional connections between theoretical knowledge and practical application. Students return not only with technical knowledge, but with concrete visions of their professional future and a new appreciation for the complexity of industrial processes.

Direct dialogue with experts, experiencing cutting-edge production technologies, and understanding current challenges provide lasting motivation and enrich university education with a dimension that no textbook can convey.

Our heartfelt thanks go to Bucher Hydraulics and Liebherr-Aerospace and Transportation for their exceptional hospitality and valuable insights. Such collaborations not only strengthen the connection between science and industry, but also inspire the next generation of engineers.

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