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Wanted: Ways to more sustainability
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about the right policy mix to turn the energy sector around. The program of the three-day conference is deliberately very broad. The range of topics includes energy transition, mobility transition, transition [...] also financially supported by the City of Vienna, the Vienna Chamber of Labour and the Climate and Energy Fund. From pilot projects to large-scale implementation "There are many pilot projects that deliver [...] question of long-term change in society. The scientific contributions focus on the transition of energy systems and cities. On the latter topic, Vienna itself is a good example with its smart city projects
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Light metals for more climate protection
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sustainable, efficient manufacturing processes for materials in order to be able to drastically reduce energy and resource consumption already during production. On the other hand, the materials must meet the
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Research for a more livable city
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modal shift, the acceptance of transport modes and the resulting modal split, as well as CO2 and energy savings," explains Anita Graser, researcher at the Competence Unit "Dynamic Transportation Systems"
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"We need a fast track for innovation"
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Wolfgang Hribernik, Head of Center for Energy, outlined the two most important directions in which research must go: "The future energy system will be based on the two energy carriers electricity and hydrogen" [...] and use of "green" hydrogen, and on the other hand, on the integration of these technologies into energy systems in order to be able to exploit all the potential for the interaction of the different sectors
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Learning together from the COVID crisis
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Hub". This is a think tank initiated by the Federal Ministry for Climate Protection, Environment, Energy, Mobility, Innovation and Technology (BMK) - a digital discussion space open to all to exchange online
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How older people benefit from self-driving cars
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Peter Fröhlich. This project was funded by the Federal Ministry for Climate Protection, Environment, Energy, Mobility, Innovation and Technology (BMK) and commissioned by the Austrian Research Promotion Agency
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Training for the defense against cyber attacks
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partners. © KSÖ © KSÖ © KSÖ Previous element Next element Cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency For the first time, such a threat was simulated on a large scale in a simulation game organized [...] application for cyberranges are very diverse. For example, AIT is working with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to develop a simulation model for controlling a critical part of nuclear power plants
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An electric vehicle of a very different kind: EMPA-Trac
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lity into energy and transport systems Electromobility, however, is much more than just building electric cars: In order for them to be used optimally, many parts of the transport and energy system must [...] Researchers at the AIT Center for Energy are working on such issues. This begins with the design and operation of power grids: In order to integrate as much renewable energy as possible and provide a high-quality [...] planning of the charging infrastructure, among other things. The Center for Energy is working on the development of tools for energy-efficient route planning, location planning of charging stations, and c
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Paths to the Great Transformation
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Innovation Network (New Energy for Industry), the prerequisites for the energy turnaround in industry were discussed - in order to increasingly apply contemporary, low-CO2 energy technologies in industry [...] Hribernik, Head of AIT Center for Energy and NEFI network coordinator, summarized one essence of the debates as follows: "Supplying industry with 100 percent renewable energy is possible." Also awarded at [...] from all over Europe. "Supplying industry with 100 percent renewable energy is possible." Wolfgang Hribernik, Head of AIT Center for Energy and NEFI Network Coordinator Alpbach Technology Talks 2021 The Alpbach
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AIT develops method for lithium measurement
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all types of electric vehicles and, increasingly, for use in stationary energy storage systems due to their comparatively high energy density and service life. It was only logical that the 2019 Nobel Prize [...] so to speak, groping in the dark. Typically, an electron microscope equipped with a detector for energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDS) is used to determine distribution profiles and maps of elements [...] detectors. Although lithium atoms also emit characteristic X-rays when excited, these are so low energy that they cannot be detected. Consequently, when creating an EDS map of a sample containing lithium
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Art and science
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dealing with the subject of energy and its manifold manifestations and effects. In her artistic work, she wants to make it possible to experience the potential that lies in energy. "You can't see it, you can't [...] it: nevertheless, electrical energy is the basis of our modern, technologized life - with everything that goes with it, from environmental issues to security of supply to energy conservation," Fegerl explains [...] artist-in-residence at the AIT for the past two years, working in particular with the Center for Energy. Last year, the results of the " capture " art project were on display in the foyer - materials through
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What drives young female researchers
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on the web. CAROLIN MONSBERGER Junior Research Engineer, Energy Engineer My Impact: to set up simulation and calculation models to evaluate energy systems in order to contribute to 100% renewable electricity [...] electricity in Austria by 2030. My Vision: To make sustainable measures for energy generation more profitable and thus drive the energy transition. QUYNH NGUYEN Junior Scientist, Cognitive Scientist My Impact: [...] magnesium batteries to make our world more sustainable. My Vision: Revolutionize the concept of "energy storage" for a sustainable future. SABINE NEUBERGER Junior Scientist, Agricultural Economist My Impact:
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AIT at the Long Night of Research
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for the planning of resilient cities. https://langenachtderforschung.at/station/1950 Heat pumps - energy sources of the future: With the help of heat pumps, it is possible to use heat from the environment [...] or unused waste heat from industrial processes. This can greatly reduce both the need for fossil energy and CO2 emissions. The potential of this technology is demonstrated using a heat pump that can be [...] https://langenachtderforschung.at/station/1964 Battery of the future: The ideal battery has a high energy or power density, is environmentally friendly, safe and cost-effective. Current lithium-ion batteries
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Forum Alpbach TEC
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The Future of Democracy and the Rule of Law in Europe. How our energy system is becoming more resilient, sustainable and secure The energy crisis is coming to a head more and more. Starting with the Corona [...] and now massively intensified by the war in Ukraine, energy security has become a top issue of our days. A comprehensive transformation of our energy system is necessary - towards a system that simultaneously [...] (Infineon) - will look for ways to completely rethink our energy system. The panel will discuss fundamental requirements for the future energy supply and ways to make our use of resources more resilient
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Alpbach Technology Talks 2022
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be solved was covered in high-profile plenary sessions. For example, the session "Energy Transition: How to reduce Energy Dependency" discussed, among other things, the plans of major companies such as BASF [...] to cope with a multitude of crisis phenomena - from global political tensions to the climate and energy crises to the consequences of the pandemic. Many of these current problem areas were discussed at [...] But: "RTI is an instrument for overcoming future crises. It is good that we invested in renewable energy research ten years ago. Therefore, we now have solutions that we can roll out in mass programs."
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[Translate to English:] Gemeinschaftsdrohne
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of drones by multiple user:s (e.g. municipalities, emergency services, infrastructure operators, energy providers, farmers & foresters, meteorological services, etc.). Automated and cross-task mission [...] The community drone project is funded by the Federal Ministry for Climate Protection, Environment, Energy, Mobility, Innovation and Technology (represented by Österreichische Forschungsförderungsgesellschaft [...] r sind mit einem * markiert. Name * E-Mail * Betreff * Nachricht * Send Peter Widhalm Center for Energy +43 50550 6655 peter.widhalm(at)ait.ac.at Key data Project start : 01.09.2022 Duration : 25 months
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Learning & Adaptive Mechatronic Systems
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research focus in this area lies with the optimal control of electric drive systems. This incorporates: Energy optimisation with motor-specific online-adapted MTPA strategies. Lifetime and maintenance optimisation
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ReKEP
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Ministry for Climate Protection, Environment, Energy, Mobility, Innovation & Technology within the framework of the RTI program Circular Economy - Energy and Environmental Technology and handled by the
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IEA HPT Annex 60
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E-Mail * Betreff * Nachricht * Send DI (FH) Andreas Zottl Research Engineer / Sustainable Thermal Energy Systems +43 (0) 50 550-6309 +43 (0) 50 550-6679 andreas.zottl(at)ait.ac.at ECKDATEN Projekt start: [...] 01.12.2022 Project duration: 36 Monate Project partners: Österreichische Energieagentur - Austrian Energy Agency Wärmepumpe Austria Funding: IEA Ausschreibung 2021 – BMK
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IEA HPT Annex 59
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processes Drying processes are highly energy intensive and widely used in industry and commerce as well as in households. In this project, the potential for energy savings in drying processes in various [...] * E-Mail * Betreff * Nachricht * Send Dr Michael Lauermann Research Engineer, Sustainable Thermal Energy Systems +43 50550 6414 Michael.Lauermann(at)ait.ac.at Key data Project start: 01.12.2022 Project