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Book Article »Women Researchers in Focus« / 21.02.2025

A Question of Personality

Do women work differently to men and does the interaction of mixed teams have an impact on science? Dr. Isabel Michel and Dr. Jörg Kuhnert report on their day-to-day work in the book »Female Researchers in Focus«. They jointly develop the »MESHFREE« software and work with other researchers on grid-free simulation projects at the Fraunhofer ITWM.

Press Release / 02.01.2025

Simulation Tool for Climate-Friendly District Heating Management

District heating networks are becoming increasingly complex due to the feed-in of renewable energies and the trend towards decentralization. Our simulation tool »AD Net Heat« simulates the heat flows in the entire network, forecasts peak loads and helps with the planning of new networks.

Article / 29.10.2024

What Wastewater Tells Us About Infections

In Rhineland-Palatinate, the incidence of infection was investigated using wastewater analyses and the representative cohort study »SentiSurv«. The data obtained provides valuable insights for the early detection of waves of infection and the development of targeted health prevention measures.

New Project / 18.09.2024

Simulations Optimize the Design of Actively Ventilated Face Visors

Our experts are supporting DesCap GmbH in optimizing the design of face shields with the help of simulations.

We report on this exciting collaboration on the project page.

Annual Report 2023/24

The highlight projects from our department in the current annual report can be downloaded here as a PDF:

Press Release / 27.08.2024

MESHFREE Simulates Highly Dynamic Processes in Shipping

Together with four other Fraunhofer Institutes, the Fraunhofer ITWM will present its current research results live at this year's world's leading trade fair for the maritime industry SMM (Shipbuilding, Machinery and Marine Technology) from September 3 to 6, 2024 in Hamburg. In Hall B6 at Booth 327, the researchers will be presenting their solutions.

Press Release / 12.06.2024

MESHFREE Wins Joseph von Fraunhofer Prize 2024

Because highly dynamic processes often cannot be satisfactorily mapped with conventional software, we have developed a solution with the MESHFREE tool that can simulate complex processes cost-effectively. We will be awarded the Joseph von Fraunhofer Prize 2024 for this software.

Short News Cooperation / 06.02.2024

Optimizing Airlay Technology With Simulation

Nonwovens play a key role in many industries, for example in the automotive and healthcare sectors. In production, simulations help to further develop the important airlay technology for staple fibres. In the ongoing cooperation with bematic^® and Siriotek, we are jointly optimising the carding machines in this process.

Fairs & Events

Düsseldorf / Fair / 08.10. – 15.10.2025

K – The International Trade Fair for Innovations in the Plastics and Rubber Industry 2025

Our experts from the »Flow and Material Simulation«, »Materials Characterization and Testing« and »Transport Processes« present their research on site.

Salzburg, Austria / Congress / 19.05. – 22.05.2025

NAFEMS 2025

The conference for engineering simulation provides a platform to discover the latest technologies and innovative techniques. Participants can network with software providers, consultants and academics and immerse themselves in the world of simulation. Our experts from the »Transport Processes« department are on site to present the »MESHFREE« simulation software at the scapos AG booth.

Hanau / Conference / 08.04. – 09.04.2025

Automotive CAE Grand Challenge

The conference focuses on key challenges in virtual vehicle engineering. In this context, our experts present their latest research in the fields of »Data-based Mathematics« and »Cables, Hoses and Flexible Structures«.

In addition, another expert is present at the stand of our partner scapos AG with our simulation tool »MESHFREE«.

Digital Seminar / 25.03. – 27.03.2025

MESHFREE – Beginners

»MESHFREE« can be used to simulate a variety of situations as it efficiently adapts to moving geometry elements. In the training course, we provide an overview of the tool and show how the software can best support your requirements. In addition, practical examples will be presented to illustrate the versatile application possibilities and advantages.

Berlin / Conference / 26.02. – 28.02.2025

Conference on Modeling Infectious Diseases 2025

At the international conference »Modeling Network for Major Infectious Diseases« (MONID), interested parties exchange ideas on the mathematical modeling of infectious diseases. Our expert Marvin Schulte is on site with the presentation »Inferring the Effect of Self-Protective Behavior on Transmission Dynamics«.

Here we will inform you about the latest research topics, upcoming events and other news of the department.

Job Offers

From PhD Candidate to Permanent Staff

Since its establishment, our institute has continually offered scholarships for PhD candidates in cooperation with TU Kaiserslautern and other universities, which can lead to the award of a PhD in just over three years. Because of the close relationships to the supervisors, this program strengthens the research orientation of our department.

In addition, the program provides excellent job opportunities for the doctoral candidates while representing a potential source of outstanding qualified employees for the department. The two new staff members for 2017, Jaroslaw Wlazlo and Tobias Seifarth, successfully completed their doctorates in Kaiserslautern and Kassel.

Scientific Assistants/Interns

We are always looking for student assistants and interns with good programming skills, especially in C/C++, Python, or Matlab. We offer a variety of practical activities in our projects. In addition, other large software packages (for example, dSpace, Labview) are often used, where the possibility exists. The remuneration is to be agreed upon.