Compared to the residential sector, the thermal transition in industry is proving to be much more challenging. Reasons for this include, for example, the significantly more complex operating environment and the greater variability in the temperature ranges of heat sources and heat sinks. As part of the InduRueckMIx funded project, the goal is to demonstrate, in real-world conditions, how these obstacles can be overcome using heat pumps with adapted, natural refrigerants. By using these variable refrigerant mixtures, both the temperature conditions (pressure profile) and the temperature changes in the heat exchangers (temperature drift) are to be adapted to the external media flows. This addresses the goals of increasing efficiency and simplifying the integration of heat pumps in the industrial sector. The plan is to set up systems at three locations and analyze them using measurement techniques.

This project offers a wide range of potential tasks. These include, for example:
•    Evaluation of existing measurement data
•    Examination of hydraulic options for integrating heat pumps
•    Analysis of additional requirements for the process and control system
•    Simulation of processes, including heat pumps
•    Practical design for integration and implementation
•    Analysis of measurement data from the pilot plants (starting around early 2027)
These topics also offer the opportunity to learn or deepen your knowledge of tools such as measurement data analysis with Python or dynamic simulation with Modelica/Dymola.

In the main area of Applied Energy Engineering,
novel solutions for energy-efficient and innovative products and processes in the fields of refrigeration and heating technology are developed. The topics covered include absorption refrigeration technology, liquid ice production, storage, and application, complex energy systems, and ORC systems.

Our technical center and industrial partners operate test facilities that require continuous optimization and design adjustments. Individual components and processes are measured on several test benches. In addition, ongoing theoretical work—such as evaluations, simulations, and design calculations—is required. With us, you can participate in the development of innovative systems that will be launched on the market in the coming years.

Applications should be sent to bewerbung@ilkdresden.de, quoting the topic number. Applications not sent to this email address will be automatically deleted after 14 days.