Current research projects

Image Optimizing HVAC operation with machine learning
Image Characterisation of Superconductors in Hydrogen Atmosphere
Image CO₂ GAS HYDRATES FOR SUSTAINABLE ENERGY AND COOLING SOLUTIONS
Image Development of test methods and test rigs for stationary integrated refrigeration units
Image Cold meter
Image Low Temperature Measuring Service
Image Reduction of primary noise sources of fans
Image Industry 4.0 membrane heat and mass exchanger (i-MWÜ4.0)
Image Hybrid- Fluid for CO2-Sublimation Cycle
Image In-Situ-Swelling Behaviour of Polymer Materials in Flammable Fluids
Image Verification of storage suitability of cryo tubes
Image Overall System Optimization of Refrigeration Plant Systems for Energy Transition and Climate Protection
Image Micro heat exchangers in refrigeration
Image Low Temperature Tribology
Image Innovative Parahydrogen Generator Based on Magnets
Image Certification of efficient air conditioning and ventilation systems through the new "indoor air quality seal" for non-residential buildings

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Applied Materials Engineering

Priorities of Research & Development and Services

The ILK main department Applied Materials Engineering has expertise in the field of refrigerants and working fluids, their stability and compatibility with materials, in measurement and control technologies for complete plant systems, in leak search/tightness tests as well as in photovoltaic applications.

We offer our broad experiences and our experimental facillities for reasearch, development and services, measurements and testing in the following fields of technology and working areas.

Fields of technology

  • Working fluids and their calculation models
  • Tightness, permeation and sensor technology
  • Absorption and adsorption processes
  • Drying in cooling and air conditioning cycles
  • Water, materials, corrosion
  • Functional material systems
  • Mechanical material properties at low temperatures
  • Applied sensor-, measurement- and control technologies
  • Photo-voltaic systems for cooling and air conditioning
  • Heat and cold storages
  • Heat-pipe applications