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Research to keep society safe

More safety and security in less secure times – Issue 176 of the DLRmagazine provides an insight into the scope of this research. The cover shows the control room of the Center for Satellite Based Crisis Information (ZKI) at DLR. Scientific research makes a significant contribution to protecting both the population and infrastructure from damage. In recent years, DLR has built up a wide range of expertise in this area cooperating with national players as well as international organisations such as the UN. In this issue of DLRmagazin, for example, we look at secure infrastructure in space, measures against attacks on satellite navigation and technologies for humanitarian aid. We also take a look at the future of rail transport and present a promising start-up: heatbrAIn uses artificial intelligence to help local authorities create optimised heating networks.

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Climate Compatible Aviation

Where classical technologies reach their limits, quantum technologies open up new possibilities for research, industry and business. New sensors, simulators, communication networks and computers with previously unattainable performance are made possible through the harnessing of quantum mechanical effects.

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Study­ing the Earth sys­tem from space

How is Earth changing? Which processes are driving these changes? Instruments on board satellites make it possible to acquire comprehensive information about these matters. They can obtain global inventories and make precise local measurements. With long time series, they also allow researchers to look back in time and to better predict future processes. They can be used to record and document the changes taking place on Earth and thus reveal the causes and consequences of climate change in a unique way. These data form an essential basis for the development of measures at both political and societal levels.

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Quantum technologies – at the limit of what is possible

The two moons of Mars, Phobos and Deimos, are the target of the Japanese exploration mission 'Martian Moons eXploration', MMX for short. DLR and the French space agency CNES are involved with a lander that will explore Phobos on the surface for several weeks.

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Reusable space transport

In the history of space travel to date, rockets have traditionally been one-way products. The first step towards making space travel systems reusable was NASA's Space Shuttle programme. The shuttle had wings and did not need to reignite its engines when entering the atmosphere or landing.

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Wind energy research

Wind power is already the second most important energy source in Germany. It makes the largest contribution to electricity generation from renewable resources.

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Road transport – with a future

The target of the JIUCE mission is Jupiter with its large icy moons Ganymede, Callisto and Europa. Starting in 2031, JUICE will study them up close. Under the ice crust of the moons there are probably oceans in which life could even exist.

Mission

Hera – planetary defence against asteroid impacts

Asteroid impacts on Earth are a very rare natural disaster, but they can have serious consequences. It is therefore important to be equipped to deal with potentially dangerous asteroids. The Hera mission is investigating potential defensive measures against such celestial bodies in the future.

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About DLR

DLR is the German aerospace research and technology centre. In its core areas, DLR develops technologies for aeronautics and space, energy and transport, as well as security and defence research. A broad spectrum of results and innovations bring benefits for industry and business, authorities and administration as well as for public stakeholders. The DLR fulfils its responsibility to society through an intensive exchange of knowledge and targeted technology transfer.

Research & Transfer

Climate, mobility and technology are changing globally. DLR uses the expertise of its 54 research institutes and facilities to develop solutions to these challenges. Our 11,000 employees share a mission – to explore Earth and space and develop technologies f

DLRmagazine

DLRmagazine 176 (November 2024)

More safety and security in less secure times – Issue 176 of the DLRmagazine provides an insight into the scope of this research. The cover shows the control room of the Center for Satellite Based Crisis Information (ZKI) at DLR. Scientific research makes a significant contribution to protecting both the population and infrastructure from damage. In recent years, DLR has built up a wide range of expertise in this area cooperating with national players as well as international organisations. In this issue of DLRmagazin, for example, we look at secure infrastructure in space, measures against attacks on satellite navigation and technologies for humanitarian aid. We also take a look at the future of rail transport and present a promising start-up: heatbrAIn uses artificial intelligence to help local authorities create optimised heating networks.

Recent blog posts

DLR Blog

Report from the DLR-NASA bed-rest study: How does it feel to lie down for 60 days?

How does microgravity affect the human body and what can be done to counter its negative effects? On Earth, bed-rest studies serve as models to simulate the impact of microgravity on the human body during space missions, enabling us to study the reactions, effects and possible countermeasures.

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Ten years ago: Philae becomes first probe to land on a comet

For some, it feels like just yesterday; for others, it's like an entire era of comet research. Ten years ago, on 12 November 2014, the Philae lander made the first-ever landing on a comet in the history of space exploration.

Events

November 19 - 21, 2024

Space Tech Expo Europe 2024

Space Tech Expo Europe, which has been held regularly in Bremen since 2017, is a trade fair and conference on all aspects of space travel and is aimed at decision-makers, engineers, buyers and manufacturers in the civil, military and commercial space sectors.

November 21, 2024

Career Day Ulm 2024

The Arbeitskreis Industriekontakte (AKIK) and the Faculty of Engineering, Computer Science and Psychology at the University of Ulm are planning the 25th Career Day, a company contact fair for students of electrical engineering, computer science, physics and related subjects, on 21 November 2024.

December 3, 2024

DLR Materials Colloquium

Mark your calendars! Our annual Materials Colloquium is happening on 03 December 2024, and this year, it’s all about microstructures. The highlight? The inauguration of our new transmission electron microscope!

February 14 - 16, 2025

Munich Security Conference 2025

The Munich Security Conference (MSC) 2025 will take place from 14 to 16 February at the Hotel Bayerischer Hof in Munich and will once again provide a unique opportunity for high-level debates on the world’s most pressing security policy issues.

Careers and education

DLR jobs – calling all scientists, engineers, trainees and more!

We offer exciting jobs for a wide range of talents. All vacancies and information on how to get started can be found here.

For the next gen­er­a­tion of re­searchers

DLR offers very special opportunities for the next generation of researchers. Students can complete internships at DLR institutes and carry out their degree projects, where they may even have the opportunity to get involved in international programmes.

Opportunities for young scientists

In order to successfully handle research projects in the future as well, DLR offers many interesting opportunities for young people to get informed and even to complete an educational programme at one of DLR's sites.

DLR merchandise

Space-Shop by Sozialwerk DLR e.V.

The online shop offers a huge range of textiles, merch, books and many other attractive products on a wide variety of DLR topics. With the proceeds, Sozialwerk DLR e.V. supports people who are in need through no fault of their own. The website is only available in German for the time being.