{"id":237,"date":"2026-06-10T11:53:06","date_gmt":"2026-06-10T08:53:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/discover.nung.edu.ua\/?p=237"},"modified":"2026-06-13T11:36:05","modified_gmt":"2026-06-13T08:36:05","slug":"tsentr-innovatsiynoho-rozvytku","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/discover.nung.edu.ua\/en\/tsentr-innovatsiynoho-rozvytku\/","title":{"rendered":"Center for Innovative Development"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The Center for Innovation Development (CID) of the Ivano-Frankivsk National Technical University of Oil and Gas is a full-cycle university workshop where students, postgraduates, and all interested parties can transform a technical idea into a real product. The center was established within the framework of an international project<strong> Ro-Ua TADRI<\/strong>\u2014 &#8220;Cross-border Academic Development for Research and Innovation&#8221; \u2014 supported by the European Union, which brought IFNTUOG together with partners from Romania&#8217;s Maramure\u0219 County. The project&#8217;s goal is to enhance the research and innovation potential in the fields of mechanics, electricity, electronics, and environmental protection, and to reduce technological disparities between border regions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/discover.nung.edu.ua\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/06\/image-74-1024x250.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-238\" srcset=\"https:\/\/discover.nung.edu.ua\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/06\/image-74-1024x250.png 1024w, https:\/\/discover.nung.edu.ua\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/06\/image-74-300x73.png 300w, https:\/\/discover.nung.edu.ua\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/06\/image-74-768x188.png 768w, https:\/\/discover.nung.edu.ua\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/06\/image-74.png 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Concept and Approach<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A startup in the field of material production begins with a workshop equipped with production facilities and tools. The CID offers a new approach to learning and implementing ideas: you determine what you want to create \u2014 a material item (artistic or technological) using mechanics and electronics. The Center, together with you, plans the project, determines what knowledge and skills are needed for its safe and effective implementation, and guides you until the prototype, mock-up, or finished product is made.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/discover.nung.edu.ua\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/06\/image-75.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-239\" srcset=\"https:\/\/discover.nung.edu.ua\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/06\/image-75.png 800w, https:\/\/discover.nung.edu.ua\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/06\/image-75-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/discover.nung.edu.ua\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/06\/image-75-768x480.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>CID is a place equipped with ready-to-use tools and instruments, a team of experts and like-minded individuals, as well as a wide base of material and electronics suppliers. All equipment and expert knowledge can be accessed by registering your idea in the center&#8217;s information system or by joining one of the already implemented projects.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/discover.nung.edu.ua\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/06\/image-76.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-240\" srcset=\"https:\/\/discover.nung.edu.ua\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/06\/image-76.png 800w, https:\/\/discover.nung.edu.ua\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/06\/image-76-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/discover.nung.edu.ua\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/06\/image-76-768x480.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tasks of the Center<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Development of researchers&#8217; and students&#8217; competencies in the use of modern design and manufacturing technologies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Association of initiative and technically creative people based on the implementation of technical ideas from a database of needs and projects.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Providing opportunities for innovation by teams of students and university staff.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Production of models and mockups for potential innovative entrepreneurs \u2014 facilitating the path between the idea and its practical implementation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Formation of the Romanian-Ukrainian community of researchers and innovators for joint work on technical challenges of the border region.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Digital Production: 3D Scanning and Printing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Modern production works with electronic models, so the path from idea to product begins with scanning or digital design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>3D scanner Shining3D EinScan-SP<\/strong>&nbsp;allows you to digitize an existing physical object and obtain its exact three-dimensional model. On the rotating table, a model measuring up to 200\u00d7200\u00d7200 mm is scanned, and in manual mode with markers \u2014 up to 1200\u00d71200\u00d71200 mm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>3D printer FDM Vernerfab i3<\/strong> \u2014 open frame, PLA plastic, model dimensions 190\u00d7190\u00d7190 mm. Base platform for rapid prototyping and educational projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>3D Printer FDM XYZprinting Da Vinci 1.0 Pro<\/strong> \u2014 printing with PLA and ABS plastics, model dimensions 200\u00d7200\u00d7200 mm. The closed body ensures stable conditions for high-quality printing of engineering parts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>3D printer SLA XYZprinting Nobel 1.0<\/strong> \u2014 laser printing on photopolymer resins, model dimensions 125\u00d7125\u00d7200 mm. Provides significantly higher precision and surface quality compared to FDM, used for parts with small elements.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/discover.nung.edu.ua\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/06\/image-77.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-241\" srcset=\"https:\/\/discover.nung.edu.ua\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/06\/image-77.png 800w, https:\/\/discover.nung.edu.ua\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/06\/image-77-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/discover.nung.edu.ua\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/06\/image-77-768x480.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Milling and Turning Operations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Milling machines and the turning-milling center expand the capabilities of the CIE to recreate models not only from plastic but also from wood and soft metals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Small milling machines cover three classes: working area 200\u00d7300\u00d750 mm (spindle 0.2 kW, up to 8,000 rpm), 380\u00d7580\u00d760 mm (spindle 1.5 kW, up to 24,000 rpm), and 410\u00d7300\u00d775 mm (spindle 1.5 kW, up to 24,000 rpm).&nbsp;<strong>Large milling machine<\/strong> with a working area of 1100\u00d7800\u00d7250 mm and a spindle power of 3.2 kW allows for the processing of large workpieces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Lathe-milling machine<\/strong> \u2014 maximum processing length 1400 mm, maximum diameter 300 mm, turning spindle power 2.5 kW, milling power 3.2 kW (up to 22,800 rpm). The combination of turning and milling operations in one machine significantly expands the range of products that can be manufactured in the center.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cutting and engraving<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Laser machine<\/strong> (CO\u2082, power 130 W) performs precise cutting and engraving of plastic and wood parts up to 20 mm thick in a field of 900\u00d71450 mm. The technology ensures clean edges without mechanical contact, which is especially important for complex contours and decorative elements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Plasma cutter<\/strong> with a working area of 1500\u00d71500 mm is designed for cutting metal parts of various grades up to 15 mm thick. Along with the laser machine and milling machines, it covers the entire range of materials from paper and plastic to steel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cutting plotter<\/strong> (width of the field 420 mm) produces functional and decorative stickers from Oracal\u2014for product labeling, prototype design, and educational materials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Assembly and Finishing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Workbenches with a variety of tools, an installer\u2019s work desk with soldering stations, and a set of hand power tools provide convenient manual assembly and installation of electronic components. A compressor and pneumatic tools for painting allow products to achieve a finished commercial appearance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Laboratory of Welding Technologies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The CIR includes a separate welding technology laboratory, which expands the center&#8217;s capabilities to the production of metal structures and welded assemblies \u2014 from educational stands to prototypes of industrial equipment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For whom the center is open<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The CID is open to students and graduate students of IFNTUOG of all specialties, university teachers and researchers, as well as external stakeholders \u2014 enterprises, startups, and inventors who have a technical idea and need production infrastructure for its implementation. To start, simply register the project in the center&#8217;s information system on the website <a href=\"https:\/\/ro-ua.lab.nung.edu.ua\">https:\/\/ro-ua.lab.nung.edu.ua<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Center for Innovation Development (CID) of the Ivano-Frankivsk National Technical University of Oil and Gas is a full-cycle university workshop where students, postgraduates, and all interested parties can transform a technical idea into a real product. 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