Nagoya University has received Japan’s first Fiber Patch Placement System (Cevotec SAMBA PV), donated by Fuji Industries Co., Ltd. Manufactured by Germany’s Cevotec, this advanced system enables the construction of lightweight structures by optimally layering patch-shaped carbon fiber composite tapes. The equipment has been installed at the National Composites Center Japan, marking the first such installation in the country.
On March 17, 2025, Nagoya University held an appreciation ceremony and joint press conference to commemorate the donation. During the press conference, representatives from Nagoya University and Fuji Industries presented an overview of the donated equipment and discussed future research prospects utilizing the system. Following the formal ceremony, attendees participated in a guided tour of the facility where they observed a demonstration of the system’s application of carbon fiber composite tapes.
Moving forward, the SAMBA PV system donated by Fuji Industries will be actively utilized by Nagoya University researchers to advance their work on hydrogen tank weight reduction. This research is expected to contribute significantly to the development of more efficient hydrogen storage solutions, supporting Japan’s broader goals in establishing a sustainable energy society. The university plans to collaborate with industry partners to maximize the potential of this cutting-edge technology.
This article was originally published in Japanese and has been translated and edited for clarity and readability by the Nagoya University International Communications Office while preserving the original content’s intent. The original Japanese version is available here.
