Research Projects

 
Ongoing Research Projects
  • VISBED
    "Highly Variable System Test Bench for Hybrid Electric Drives"
  • VISION
    "Virtual sensors from chemistry-based models for intelligent online virtual calibration"
  • MatReK
    "Potential evaluation for material reduction by different cooling topologies in electric traction machines"
  • DAMN
    "Driving Simulator for Autonomous Marine Navigation: Development and Evaluation of Perception Algorithms"
  • GINI
    "Robot for flexible automatic charging of electric vehicles"
  • XL-Connect
    "Large scale system approach for advanced charging solutions"
  • ESCALATE
    "Powering EU Net Zero Future by Escalating Zero Emission HDVs and Logistic Intelligence"
Completed Research Projects

 
 

VISBED

Title

Hochvariabler Systemprüfstand für hybridisierte Kleinantriebe

Acronym

VISBED

Funding

Ministerium für Wirtschaft, Industrie, Klimaschutz und Energie des Landes Nordrhein-Westfalen (MWIKE NRW)

Description

Within the scope of the research project, individual components of the powertrain will be measured in different sizes with the aid of a test bench. This is a necessary step in order to be able to simulate their behavior and interaction with the system.

Term

06/2023 - 12/2023

 
  VISION Logo
Title

Virtual sensors from chemistry-based models for intelligent online virtual calibration

Acronym VISION
Funding

Bundesministerium für Wirtschaft und Klimaschutz (BMWK)

Description The aim of this project is to refine the LOGE-RT software for real-time emission prediction based on detailed chemistry and to extend it to the modeling of exhaust manifolds and engine exhaust aftertreatment.
Term

07/2022 - 12/2023

 
 

MatReK

Title

Potential evaluation for material reduction by different cooling topologies in electric traction machines

Acronym

MatReK

Funding Ministerium für Wirtschaft, Industrie, Klimaschutz und Energie des Landes Nordrhein-Westfalen (MWIKE NRW)
Description

The focus of this project is the validation of a novel cooling strategy for electric traction machines, minimizing temperature-dependent losses by means of component-separate temperature control.

Term

07/2023 - 12/2023

 

DAMN

Title

Driving Simulator for Autonomous Marine Navigation: Development and Evaluation of Perception Algorithms

Acronym

DAMN

Funding Speed funds
Description

The goal of the project is to develop a driving simulator for maritime applications to test environment perception algorithms in a safe, simulated environment. In parallel, a tool chain for object recognition using camera data will be developed, which is specifically optimized for maritime applications. The developed tool chain will then be integrated into the driving simulator, tested and optimized under different, realistic conditions.

Term

10/2023 - 03/2024

  GINI Logo
Title Robot for flexible automatic charging of electric vehicles
Acronym GINI
Funding

Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action

Description

GINI pursues the goal of developing a smart, semi-autonomous, mobile charging robot with fast charging technology and an inductive charging interface. In addition to the function of charging electrified vehicles in urban areas, the charging of e-bike sharing stations as well as data acquisition, pre-processing and analysis in a networked environment will be enabled. Thus, a significant contribution can be made to the urgently needed expansion of cost-efficient, powerful and flexible charging infrastructure for electrified mobility solutions.

Term

01/2022 - 12/2024

 
 
Title Large scale system approach for advanced charging solutions
Acronym XL-Connect
Funding

European Commission, Horizon Europe

Description

The strong increase of electric vehicles is a big challenge for the energy system in Europe, but at the same time a chance to use V1G/V2G/V2X-technologies. As vehicles are mainly parking, they can be used as energy storage in order to increase grid stability. The overall project objective is to optimize the entire charging chain - from energy provision to the end user - to create a clear benefit for all stakeholders.

Term

01/2023 - 06/2026

 
 

ESCALATE

Title Powering EU Net Zero Future by Escalating Zero Emission HDVs and Logistic Intelligence
Acronym ESCALATE
Funding

European Commission, Horizon Europe

Description

In line with the European 2050 goals ESCALATE aims to demonstrate high-efficiency zHDV powertrains (up to 10% increase) for long-haul applications that will provide a range of 800 km without refueling/recharging and cover at least 500 km average daily operation (6+ months) in real conditions. ESCALATE will achieve this by following modularity and scalability approach starting from the β-level of hardware and software innovations and aiming to reach the γ-level in the first sprint and eventually the δ-level at the project end through its 2 sprint-V-cycle.

Term

01/2023 - 06/2026