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Topics in progress

  • Multiple-Shooting method for quasi-periodic solutions
  • Construction and commissioning of a test bench for the detection of synchronization
  • Modeling and analysis of MEMS gyroscopes: Influence of simplifying assumptions and parasitic effects on system dynamics
  • Design of a thrust control system for a water rocket

Completed theses

  • Efficient generation of bifurcation maps with the Matlab toolbox CoSTAR
  • Finite-difference method for the computation of quasi-periodic oscillations
  • Implementation of the Hill method for the stability calculation of periodic solutions
  • On the investigation of quasi-periodic oscillations due to simultaneous self- and external excitation by numerical calculation of invariant manifolds
  • On the investigation of local adaptive meshing methods for the finite difference method applied to quasi-periodic oscillations
  • Development and implementation of a shooting method based on the method of characteristics for the approximation of quasi-periodic oscillations
  • Efficient path tracking algorithms for fast generation of stability maps
  • Comparison of calculation methods for periodic limit cycles in non-linear vibration systems with friction
  • Derivation of an approximation approach for eccentrically running electrical machines based on complex pointers
  • Topological optimization of electrical machines with current point control
  • An efficient method for calculating the inductance matrix of rotating electrical machines with eccentric rotor
  • Theoretical and experimental investigation of the vibration behavior of systems with eddy current dampers
  • Experimental validation of the inductive damping behavior of an electromagnetic shaker
  • Vibration investigation on a continuous stator model for three-phase asynchronous machines
  • Modeling and simulation of an electrified drive train with a focus on gear excitation using elastic multi-body simulation
  • Rotor dynamic phenomena in three-phase asynchronous machines
  • Modeling and calculation of an eddy current damper
  • On the state of the art of rotor dynamics of two-pole synchronous machines and coupled lateral and torsional vibrations
  • Dynamic investigation of electromechanical energy dissipation during translational motion
  • Modeling of bearing friction to increase measurement accuracy using the example of an e-machine test bench
  • Modeling and analysis of a minimal model for eddy current damping in permanently excited systems
  • Investigations into the reduction of structural vibrations using an electro-magnetically damped absorber
  • Experimental investigations on a test bench to determine inductive damping parameters
  • Non-linear dynamics of rotors under the influence of self- and external excitation
  • Brush seals and their influence on rotor dynamics
  • Comparison of laminar and turbulent lubrication models for use in rotor dynamics
  • Design of a test rig for the investigation of fluid-structure interaction in rotor systems
  • Dynamics of rotors with plain bearings under the influence of fluid seals
  • Simulation of the Hirs equation for the calculation of turbulent gap flows in rotor dynamics
  • Coupling of gap flows to rotordynamic systems by means of fluid-structure interaction
  • Conception of a test rig for the investigation of contact friction in technical systems using the example of the brake pad of a disk brake
  • Introduction of non-linear contact friction forces into linear finite element models using the example of a 2D cuboid with frictional contact
  • Experimental investigation of friction coefficients for defined pad-disc pairings of motor vehicle brakes
  • Classification of particles using machine learning methods
  • Machine learning in dynamics: Automated generation of minimal models with SINDy and autoencoders
  • Influence of vibrations on the manufacturing process using the example of a grinding machine
  • Vibrations of liquid-filled containers: Experimental investigation & validation of analytical and numerical calculations
  • Dynamic behavior of high-voltage cables
  • Concept investigation on a Formula Student vehicle based on a quasi-static lap time simulation for various vehicle dynamics models
  • Development of a steering knuckle concept to accommodate different wheel heads and brakes
  • Characterization of the static and dynamic properties of rubber seals for doors and flaps in commercial vehicles
  • Experimental modal analysis and identification of non-linear system properties on a direct shift gearbox
  • Analysis of radial steering systems in locomotive bogies
  • Development of a functional test program for the rotor blade bearing of the reference turbine IWT 7.5-164 and creation of an algorithm to generate an accelerated endurance test program
  • Viscoelastic damping optimization of blade vibrations
  • Rapid preliminary design of control surface mechanisms for multifunctional control surfaces and interface to virtual testing
  • Fundamentals of orbit mechanics and their application to orbit transfers and rendezvous maneuvers in low-earth orbits (LEO)
  • Development of multi-body simulation models using the example of shock testing of a drive for rail vehicle doors
  • Determination of the damping ratio of 3D-printed components