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AIT hosts 20th OpenFOAM Workshop 2025 in Vienna

open-source software OpenFOAM®, innovative simulation techniques, and the future of computational fluid dynamics (CFD). OpenFOAM (Open Field Operation and Manipulation) is a world-leading open-source software [...] include, among others: Turbulence modeling and numerical methodsMultiphase flows and complex fluid dynamicsHeat transfer and thermodynamicsChemical reaction kinetics and combustion processesFlow in porous [...] .at Many thanks to our sponsors – Engys, UpstreamCFD, CFD-FEA Service, Beta CAE Systems, and Wikki – for their valuable contribution to the 20th OpenFOAM Workshop 2025 in Vienna. Special

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Innovative energy concept for the greenest brick factory

time. The Centre for Energy focuses its research on three central systems: Public energy supply systems, industrial energy supply systems Processes and Cities & Built Environment. Further information [...] The energy required comes entirely from renewable sources, including the plant's own photovoltaic system. Andreas Kugi, Scientific Director of the AIT: "The successful realisation of the NEFI GreenBricks [...] food and beverages to textiles and various chemical industries, and can be integrated into existing systems," explains Tilman Barz, scientific coordinator of the GreenBricks project and Senior Scientist at

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metaFacturing: Digitizing the Toolchain for Metal Part Production

predict and optimize outcomes.Data standardization to ensure compatibility and efficiency across systems. By uniting six market leaders in the fields of die casting, assembly, welding technology, robotics [...] Technology contributes to metaFacturing through two specialized Centers: High-Performance Vision Systems (Center for Vision, Automation & Control):Focus on sensor selection for welding processes and [...] real-time monitoring and quality assurance.LKR Light Metals Technologies Ranshofen (Center for Transport Technologies):Provides experimental raw data for casting and welding use cases on a laboratory scale

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metaFacturing

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predict and optimize outcomes. Data standardization to ensure compatibility and efficiency across systems. By uniting six market leaders in the fields of die casting, assembly, welding technology, robotics [...] Technology contributes to metaFacturing through two specialized Centers: High-Performance Vision Systems (Center for Vision, Automation & Control): Focus on sensor selection for welding processes and AI-based [...] real-time monitoring and quality assurance. LKR Light Metals Technologies Ranshofen (Center for Transport Technologies): Provides experimental raw data for casting and welding use cases on a laboratory

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Computer Vision

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security agencies (e.g. law enforcement agencies) to process and interpret vast amounts of data. The dynamic nature of the environment, in which our end users operate, necessitates a rapid and resource-efficient [...] public areas, the rapidly changing nature of threats necessitates more innovative flexible and transportable optical sensing technologies. Read more Media Intelligence In the realm of Media Intelligence

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Energy logistics & transport optimisation

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mobility system. Railway systems and inland waterways as central elements of the mobility system Alongside roads and cars, rail and inland waterways play an important role in the mobility system. AIT is [...] goal is to integrate mobility concept development, transport network planning, and operational optimization into a unified, efficient system for transport optimization. Using a comprehensive tool, we combine [...] these modes of transport can be efficiently integrated into a holistic mobility network. By combining all modes of transport, we are creating a sustainable and more resilient mobility system that meets growing

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Electrolyzer

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are working on optimizing membranes in AEL systems to improve ion conductivity and reduce electrical resistance, which could boost system performance. System Integration: Another research focus is integrating [...] of materials, components and systems AIT offers comprehensive expertise in the development of new materials for electrolyzers as well as in the validation of complete systems. This includes the optimization [...] the alkaline environment. Higher System Complexity: AEL requires additional components for electrolyte management due to the use of liquid electrolytes, increasing system complexity and maintenance requirements

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SENSUS

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recipients and co-producers of knowledge. The project’s comprehensive systemic approach guarantees new insights into a widely underexposed dynamic, namely the link between NbS and social equality in urban environments

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PH2ÖNIX

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for hydrogen production solely from a PV system. Project goals PH 2 OeNIX explores the impact of direct coupling of PV systems and water electrolysis systems of different technologies. Key research questions [...] technologies Yield suitability of various PV system topologies for electrolysis applications Self-consumption rates under real operation Impact of direct system coupling on hydrogen production Overall efficiency [...] PH2ÖNIX Photovoltaic system with direct H2 production A demonstration unit was constructed on AIT’s research campus in Seibersdorf: The “P2P H 2 -Demonstrator“. In PH2OeNIX, this H 2 -Demonstrator investigates

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cells4.energy

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laboratories. The interaction of components and system elements in the living laboratory will create new, cross-element functions (e.g. flexibility) in the energy system. Goals and innovation content The project [...] implementation of demo and pilot projects for regional energy systems and communities. In the living lab, different technologies and systems will be tested technically, economically and socially. This includes [...] laboratory, pilot projects for the digitalization and IoT integration of energy systems are also to be developed. A data management system is to be developed for regional energy management. Intended results and

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HyFAR

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existing systems. Austrian transport and fleet operators in particular, including partners such as Wiener Linien, Linz Linien, Verkehrsverbund Tirol and various companies in the freight transport sector [...] lower emissions and costs. Above all, users expect more flexible and reliable mobility and transportation systems in terms of time and location, as well as easier access to mobility. The introduction of [...] Environment, Energy, Mobility, Innovation and Technology (BMK) as part of the program “Mobility System, Mobility System, Mobility 2023: Regional Mobility Labs & Digitalization for Mobility and Logistics Services”

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ÖAMTC Podcast "Was uns bewegt": AIT Expert Helmut Kühnelt on Eco-Friendly Battery Solutions for Aviation

which accounts for around two percent of global emissions and remains one of the fastest-growing transportation sectors. To meet the ambitious climate goals of the European Green Deal, new technologies are [...] fuels. One promising approach is the development of so-called structural batteries: energy storage systems that also serve as load-bearing components within the aircraft, thereby saving weight and materials

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NEFI Conference 2024: Innovations as a Driver of Industrial Transformation

The transformation of the industrial energy system to a climate-neutral energy supply is a crucial step toward achieving national climate targets and can only succeed through innovations and the development [...] and INNIO. Award Winners 2024: Ladislaus Lang-Hogrefe, Joanneum Research: Scientific paper on "Dynamic Prospective Life Cycle Assessment of Transition Paths for the Steel Industry."   The Graz [...] Sciences at the University of Graz. The submitted work deals with a methodological advancement of dynamic life cycle assessment for the stepwise alignment of scenarios with the decarbonization goals of the

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IMAMTU

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izing through the transportation system. Illustrated through the example of a commuter, the concept is as follows: The commuter boards her vehicle (AMTU – Automated Modular Transport Unit) in the morning [...] concept? What transportation effects would be achieved by such a system? In particular, what is the expected decarbonization due to the use of purely electric AMTUs in relation to the transportation impact? [...] Impact of automated, modular transport units Parking space for currently unused car-sharing vehicles ©pixabay.com The IMAMTU project – Impact of Automated Modular Transport Units - examines whether modular

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Successful bridge monitoring with innovative fiber optic measurement technology

extended over several phases and were carried out under dynamic excitation and real traffic conditions. Fiber optic measurement systems from LUNA, fibrisTerre and Febus Optics as well [...] AIT's structural dynamics team recently successfully completed a pioneering research project on monitoring a highway bridge using distributed fiber optic measurement technology. On behalf of ASFiNAG

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Katja Fröhlich appointed Associate Editor of ECS Sensors Plus

scientific contributions and expertise in the field of innovative sensor technologies for battery systems, which are of great importance for both industrial applications and scientific research. Fröhlich's [...] international recognition and congratulate her warmly,” says Christian Chimani, Head of Center for Transport Technologies at AIT. Further info: https://www.electrochem.org/ecsnews/august-2024-ecs-ed [...] structures, properties, performance, and characterization of sensing and detection devices and systems, including sensor arrays and networks.

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AIT inspires young researchers at the Children's UNI Tulln

into the world of science A particular highlight was the workshop ‘Microplastics in agricultural systems’, which was led by chemist Claudia Preininger and plant and microbe expert Marlies Polt. Claudia [...] decomposes into ever smaller pieces under the influence of weather and soil organisms and is transported into deeper layers of soil. Marlies Polt added: “We not only want to impart theoretical knowledge

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Transport Technologies: Markus Koller successfully completes his PhD

Batteries to Determine their 'State of X' (SoX)", here is the abstract: Current Battery Management Systems (BMS) in larger Lithium-Ion secondary battery packs determine the State of X, meaning, among others

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EMERALDS

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Cities are flooded by many terabytes of mobility data, including information about cars, public transport and air quality. EMERALDS develops an urban data-oriented Mobility Analytics as a Service (MAaaS) [...] sed in two early adopters’ data-driven applications by integrating the new services to existing systems to improve commercial offerings. Facts Project start: Jan 2023 Project duration (in months): 36 months

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MobiSpaces

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sensor data and IoT devices in a decentralised way. Five mobility use cases – from smart public transport services in cities to vessel tracking – will demonstrate the impact of the project’s platform in [...] e Trasporti SpA, MarineTraffic, OKYS, Emisia, UBITECH, LeanXcale, UNPARALLEL, Trust-IT, Digital Systems 4.0, NetU, Danish Geo Agency Project website: https://mobispaces.eu × Kontakt Formular Pflichtfelder

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