The Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Electrical and Energy Systems stands for interdisciplinary excellence in research across the entire engineering value chain – from advanced materials and intelligent manufacturing systems to sustainable energy and mobility solutions.
Our research combines fundamental science, application-oriented engineering, and technology transfer. Organised into eight institutes with complementary research profiles, the Faculty works together with industrial partners, non-university research institutions, and an international network of collaborators to develop technologies for a climate-neutral, digitalised, and resilient industry.
Our Key Research Areas
Sustainable Energy Systems
- We develop technologies for the generation, storage, distribution and utilisation of electrical, thermal and chemical energy. Our key research areas include hydrogen technologies, heat pumps, energy storage, electrical grids, power electronics and integrated energy systems.
Digital Manufacturing and Artificial Intelligence
- The production of the future is shaped by the convergence of automation, digitalisation and artificial intelligence. Our research covers smart factories, autonomous production systems, robotics, digital twins, data-driven process optimisation, quality assurance and industrial logistics.
Materials, Lightweight Construction and Innovative Manufacturing
- New materials and resource-efficient manufacturing processes form the basis for high-performance technical products. The faculty conducts research into lightweight construction concepts, multi-material systems, additive and hybrid manufacturing processes, welding and joining technology, and Microstructural Material Design.
Electronics, Sensor Technology and Intelligent Systems
- Modern technical systems require high-performance electronics and reliable communication. Key research areas include electronic systems, sensor technology, the Internet of Things, telecommunications, electromagnetic compatibility, and measurement, control and regulation technology.
Mobility, Fluid Mechanics and Propulsion Technology
- From electrified vehicles and aircraft propulsion systems, through aerodynamics and fluid mechanics, to numerical simulation and imaging measurement techniques, we are developing innovative technologies for the mobility of tomorrow.
Research Centres and Large-Scale Research Infrastructure
The Faculty's particular strength lies in the close collaboration between its institutes and chairs. State-of-the-art research centres provide an outstanding environment for interdisciplinary research at the international forefront while creating excellent conditions for technology transfer to industry and society.
The key research facilities include: