Institute for the Protection of Terrestrial Infrastructures

Since our foundation in 2019, we have been dedicated to the protection and security of critical infrastructures. In our work, we always focus on technological innovation, close collaboration and practical application.

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Our Departments

Resilience and Risk Methodology

In the Resilience and Risk Methodology Department, we develop models and methods to strengthen the resilience of infrastructures against serious disruptions and to ensure their functioning. At the same time, we develop concepts to improve the security of critical facilities, for example to protect them from attack.

Detection Systems

In four interdisciplinary groups, we develop, evaluate and utilise innovative sensors and systems to protect critical infrastructures from hazards such as operational accidents, vandalism, terrorist attacks and extreme weather events. In our work, we always focus on technological innovation, close collaboration and practical application to minimise the risks for strategically important facilities.

Digital Twins for Infrastructures

We use the concept of the Digital Twin as a tool to improve the resilience of critical infrastructures. A Digital Twin is a virtual representation of a physical object, process or system. The Digital Twin is updated in real time with data collected by sensors and other sensing devices in the physical counterpart. This data enables accurate replication and monitoring of the real object or process.

Simulation Methods for Digital Twins

Established in 2022, our newest department Simulation Methods for Digital Twins concentrates on the seamless integration of cutting-edge numerical methods and simulation techniques into digital twins designed for critical infrastructures.

Job vacancies at the Institute

DLR has 11,000 employees from all over the world and from a wide range of disciplines. Together, we develop pioneering and sustainable solutions for the challenges facing humanity.

Information for students

There are many attractive opportunities for students to get to know DLR as a potential employer, for example as a student assistant, as part of an internship or as a Bachelor's or Master's student.

The Institute for the Protection of Terrestrial Infrastructures introduces itself (German with English subtitles)
Since our founding in 2019, we have been dedicated to the protection and security of critical infrastructure.

The Institute for the Protection of Terrestrial Infrastructures introduces itself (German with English subtitles)

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The Institute for the Protection of Terrestrial Infrastructures introduces itself (German with English subtitles)
Since our founding in 2019, we have been dedicated to the protection and security of critical infrastructure.