Research projects

Research projects from the FHNW Institute of Thermal and Fluid Engineering

The FHNW Institute of Thermal and Fluid Engineering is active in application-oriented research and development (aR&D), works together with industrial partners and is in dialogue with national and international universities.

Overview of our research projects

Optimisation of sonic toothbrushes to reduce oral biofilm through shear forces (STOP Biofilm)
The effect of a sonic toothbrush on the cleaning of interdental spaces was investigated and the shear stress during cleaning in the tooth gap was optimize...
Compressed air energy storage
Development of a compressed air energy storage system that not only stores energy but also provides heating and cooling for buildings. The main objective ...
Investigation of the piston running properties of large 2-stroke marine diesel engines and analysis of future lubricant concepts
An innovative ultrasonic reflectometry process is used to measure the oil film thickness and optimize lubrication strategies to minimize oil consumption.
Advanced optical diagnostics for combustion development at large two-stroke engines
The Combustion Analysis Tool (CAT) project is dedicated to the development of an innovative optical diagnostic method.
Temperature and layer wear measurement for turbine blades
New methods for the in-situ measurement of surface temperature and coating wear in a test rig for rotating turbine blades.
Casting simulation and experimental validation of active air cooling of cast parts
Large cast parts for gas or steam turbines or engines need days or even weeks to solidify and cool down.
Vortex throughflow measurement in steam
Two FHNW institutes developed a new measuring method for an innovative product manufactured by Endress+Hauser.
SAPE – a modular printing system
The modular printing system SAPE raises the benchmark in terms of printing speed and quality.