German Aerospace Center (DLR)

Institute of Engineering Thermodynamics

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Departments of the Institute

Department Computational Electrochemistry

In the Department of Computational Electrochemistry, we pursue the goal of transforming material, electrode and cell designs into an innovative digitalized workflow. The prerequisites for this are physically and electrochemically based models, coupling with the latest data-driven modeling techniques and the development of the foundations for the use of quantum computers to develop materials for energy storage. Translated with DeepL.com (free version)

Department Electrochemical Energy Technology

In the Electrochemical Energy Technology department, electrochemical reactors and storage systems play a key role in shaping our future with renewable energy from the sun and wind. These include batteries, fuel cells and electrolysers. They are essential building blocks for a future energy system that can be used in both stationary energy supply and electromobility.

Department Energy System Integration

The Department of Energy System Integration carries out application-oriented research and focuses on innovative systems for energy storage and conversion as well as the analysis of process engineering processes. Our work at the institute forms a bridge between the traditional focal points of electrochemical and thermochemical energy storage and an interdisciplinary and practice-oriented approach.

Department Thermal Process Technology

In this department, we deal with issues relating to energy storage, heat management and heat transfer. These topics are of crucial importance for all areas of energy use and supply.

Research Topics

Fuel Cells

Electrolysis

Batteries

Thermal storage

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