How do we shape the mobility of the future? Within its Engineering & Modern Mobility research focus, Ulm University of Applied Sciences develops innovative solutions for safe, connected and sustainable mobility. The research combines traditional engineering with current topics such as electric mobility, automated systems, Industry 4.0 and smart production processes.
The aspects of modern mobility being explored at the Ulm University of Applied Sciences (THU) include the integration of various modes of transport, innovative materials, reliable sensor technology and electronics, and the use of adaptive and safe automated systems. Other key areas include electric and alternative propulsion systems, the optimization of propulsion systems, and the reduction of emissions. With this focus area, the university aligns itself with current developments and contributes to the research and implementation of new mobility solutions.
Various engineering disciplines are also associated with this focus area—ranging from design and materials science issues to materials and manufacturing technology, and extending to the planning and control of production processes. These topics play a particularly important role in the design and production of vehicles, but are also applied in other research fields at the THU.
The profile area also includes the research, testing, and dissemination of Industry 4.0 solutions and smart services, as well as the development of hybrid products and processes. All activities are based on the mechanical fundamentals of technical systems and combine expertise from mechanical engineering, automotive engineering, and production engineering.