Master Program
The AMA Master Program is designed specifically for academic universities and engineering master’s courses.
Through our strong network of partner companies and engineering schools, we help master students turn their thesis projects into high-impact, real-world experiences.
AMA supports universities and companies by:
Defining relevant, future-oriented project scopes
Guiding students with hands-on expertise in manufacturing
Facilitating access to tools, mentors, and high-tech environments
Academic Partners
Some of our Master Projects
Experience meets challenge
Since 2015, AMA has proudly supported the Formula Electric team in their mission to push the boundaries of engineering and innovation. The project’s goal is as ambitious as it is thrilling to design, build, and race a fully electric Formula Student car. Each year brings a brand-new car and with it, a brand-new challenge.
Through the AMA network, Formula Electric Belgium (FEB) partnered with ASCO Industries, who joined as a gold sponsor and supported the manufacturing of the composite monocoque.
This project guided students in applying concurrent engineering to make advanced components manufacturable—ranging from in-wheel systems and brackets to the machining of the full composite monocoque for and support thesis for a four-wheel autonomous race car.
Digital Twins for Safer Manufacturing
Two master students from KU Leuven – Group T developed a real-time collision detection system for CNC machines. The project aimed to simulate toolpaths using live machine parameters—like WCS and tool lengths—just seconds before execution, allowing the machine to stop in case of a predicted crash.
This project was developed in collaboration with ASCO Industries and Siemens academy.
AMA supported the students with expertise in CNC simulation, digital twins, and Siemens NX CAM integration
Innovating Sustainable Prosthetics with Recycled Aerospace Composites
Modern sports blades enable amputees to engage in physical activities, benefiting both their mental and physical well-being. Traditionally, these blades are attached to socket-based prostheses, which can cause discomfort during running due to pressure on the skin and soft tissues, often leading to irritation and wounds.
A master thesis project was launched in collaboration with ECAM Engineering School to design a sports blade for an osseointegrated prosthesis a prosthesis anchored directly to the bone offering improved comfort, performance, and safety for athletes.
A key aspect of this research is the use of recycled aerospace composite materials, which combine high strength and lightweight properties essential for both aerospace and prosthetic applications. Recycling these advanced composites helps reduce environmental impact and supports sustainability by recovering valuable fibers and resins for reuse in new products.
In the first phase, we use computer simulations to test various blade shapes and curvatures to optimize performance. Next, we analyze how the structure of layered composite materials influences the blade’s strength and flexibility, ensuring our design closely replicates real-world behavior.
This work is part of a larger research project, with future studies focusing on the integration between the blade and the implant to fully evaluate the prosthetic system’s effectiveness. By combining cutting-edge prosthetic design with sustainable materials, we aim to create innovative, eco-friendly solutions that empower amputee athletes.
Designing production lines virtually
AMA launched a project with industry partners during COVID period, a time when real factory visits were not possible.
Against this backdrop, a master thesis project was launched in collaboration with ECAM Engineering School, focusing on the digital transformation of an aerospace manufacturing facility. Without access to the physical site, students utilized simulation software to develop a comprehensive digital twin of the factory, modeling every aspect of the production process, from the arrival of raw materials to final product delivery.
A 5-axis CNC machine built for learning
AMA led a master thesis project to explore the feasibility and design of a compact 5-axis CNC milling machine inspired by the professional aerospace models. The goal was to create a training machine that would allow students and engineers to gain hands-on experience with advanced machining, using plug and play controllers for full compatibility with Sinumerik, Fanuc, and Heidenhain systems.
By combining new technologies, a stable epoxy granite base, and flexible hardware, this small but powerful machine opens the door to real 5-axis learning in an accessible and safe environment. Thanks to the results of this study, the groundwork is set for the next generation of practical CNC education.