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Research truck for hydrogen technologies

A research truck enables practical tests and flexible investigations of hydrogen fuel cell systems. Various degrees of hybridization, components and scenarios can be tested in the mobile laboratory.

Roller test bench for highly automated vehicles

With a flexible, modular Vehicle-in-the-Loop roller test bench, KIT enables the needs-based validation of automated and networked mobility solutions

Rarity with rollers – The 4WD-Acoustic-Chassis-Dynamometer

The world's only 4WD-Acoustic-Chassis-Dynamometer of this dimension relocates the road to the KIT laboratory and scores with precision and flexibility.

High-temperature heat storage for process heat

KIT's liquid metal-based heat storage system can store heat efficiently and sustainably at more than 500 degrees Celsius. The thermal energy can be reused as required.

High-resolution radar with integrated communication

New KIT method uses frequency combs to increase the bandwidth of digital radar systems and at the same time enables integration into communication networks such as 6G.

Reliably measure long distances with LIDAR

KIT laser scanner system with innovative receiving optics overcomes eye-safety problems and increases measuring range without increasing laser power.

Format-flexible and continuous cell stack assembly

A new plant concept from KIT enables the flexible and continuous production of cell stacks in individual formats. A format change is possible without changing tools.

Thermal validation with dummy battery cell

A battery cell model from KIT enables safe and efficient thermal evaluation of battery systems under real conditions.

Performance test for fuel cell systems

A new KIT fuel cell test bench simplifies the testing of complete fuel cell systems with interchangeable subcomponents.

Combined heat and power system for stationary electrical storage

New thermal coupling system for stationary electrical energy storage combines electricity storage with heat supply for buildings.

Direct wind-to-heat conversion via eddy current

KIT has developed a device for the direct conversion of intermittent wind energy into a stable heat source for power generation and industrial applications.

Mechanochemically induced recycling of lithium-ion batteries

With a new recycling process developed by KIT, lithium can be efficiently reclaimed from the cathode material of old batteries without irreversible contamination and environmental damage.

From vehicle noise to warning system

KIT researchers analyse, how mobility caused noise and sound affect humans. Research is also being conducted on the chassis dynamometer to find out how the car of the future may sound.

XFRP springs with variable fiber combination

Springs made of a new type of fiber-plastic composite increase reversible energy absorption capacity through special combination and arrangement of the fiber materials.

Automobiles on the test bench

KIT's vehicle-in-the-loop test bench enables continuous, close-to-reality vehicle tests, considering the interaction with the driver and the environment.

Performance checkup for Pedelecs

Test bench for electrically assisted bicycles accelerates the development of electric motors and drives. The system quantifies cycling cycles, ranges and assistance levels in a reproducible and realistic manner.

Transmit signal separation for MIMO radars

Optimized MIMO technology improves resolution and dynamics for sensor networks for remote sensing and surveillance.

Freight and energy transport by magnetic levitation train

New concept combines magnetic levitation and energy transmission via superconductor tapes in the rail structure and offers a double benefit for freight logistics.

High-frequency sensor for non-contact torque measurements

Combination of a ferromagnetic sensor film and a high-frequency strip-line enables torque measurements.

Electrolyte additives for high-voltage batteries

Synergetic combination of electrolyte additives increases the potential of high-voltage cathodes and raises the energy and power density of lithium-ion batteries.

Aqueous processing of cathode material

A new water-based process for the production of cathodes for lithium-ion batteries makes electrode production much more environmentally friendly.

Strong polymers for stronger accumulators

An efficiently manufactured separator made of a novel material mix can lengthen the life of lithium-ion accumulators.

A vibration damper as an add-on solution

A damper developed at KIT can efficiently reduce undesirable vibrations in machines and plants.

Surmounting obstacles

A balancing assistant for wheelchairs can cope semi-automatically with obstacles with the aid of sensor and control engineering.

More efficiency through light

Short-pulse laser irradiation creates better layer adhesion between current conductor foils and active matter in lithium-ion batteries.

Clean diesel

Simple and inexpensive method to produce fuel additives reducing the formation of soot.

Chloride-ion accumulator

Future batteries might be based on environmentally compatible, easily accessible, and inexpensive Chlorine instead of the much less abundant Lithium.

Electric motors on the test rig

Flexible test rigs help to study and optimize electric motors and power electronics for vehicles.

Hybrid bonding

Novel robust and inexpensive technology for bonding structural components.

Filament winding for joining

Automatic process developed at KIT for joining lightweight pipelines.

Long-life batteries

Modified electrode material improves charging and discharging cycle stability of lithium ion batteries.

Laser diagnosis in the combustion chamber

Laser diagnosis to detect ultrafine carbon black particles in direct injection engines.