Tracking space debris –
Uhlandshöhe research observatory

Technologies for sustainable future road and rail vehicle systems are the main area of expertise of the Institute of Vehicle Concepts. Scientists work on alternative drive concepts, innovative lightweight construction solutions, vehicle energy architectures, and on holistic concepts to make the mobility of tomorrow sustainable, safe, and affordable.

The activities at the Institute of Solar Research mainly focus on concentrating solar systems for the generation of heat, power, and fuel for a sustainable energy supply.

The Institute of Technical Physics researches laser systems for the aerospace, security, and defence sectors.

The Institute of Engineering Thermodynamics paves the way for the energy storage industry. It develops the scientific basis of electrochemical and thermochemical energy storage technologies using a symbiotic interaction of laboratory experiments and computer simulations. It also investigates the efficiency, costy, and sustainability of future energy systems.

Efficient combustion process for lower emissions

The Institute of Combustion Technology researches new concepts for decentralised energy supply and combustor systems for gas turbines in aircraft engines and power plants. New fuels, such as those based on biomass, are also part of the focus, as is increasing the reliability of combustion processes and reducing pollutant emissions.

Unique test stands and large research installations support the work of the six institutes at the DLR Stuttgart site. With a wide range of educational offers at school and university level DLR Stuttgart is actively engaged in training the next generation of scientists and engineers.