Firing on residues
Team Core
This team developed a furnace that is fueled with the residues from other combustion processes. The emissions are recaptured, and the temperature rises to the point where even difficult to burn materials give up. The result is a rock-hard material suitable for many applications: from flowerpots to railroad beds. A great example of circular thinking with a fresh perspective on problems. A view from engineers who think beyond beaten paths and conventions.
Detecting diseases with biological sensors
Protein Engineering research group
A special blend of technology and biology: sensors for detecting and identifying viruses and bacteria. They are made from organic materials. Add body fluids to them and observe the reflection and refraction of light. Every bacterium and virus has its own "light signature. And with this relatively inexpensive and quickly produced method, we will soon be able to detect them much faster and smarter.
Metal fuels
Power&Flow group
A great example of out-of-the-box research. The Power&Flow group took a fresh look at the energy issue and came up with a promising replacement for conventional carbon-based fuels: metal particles, charged with energy, that release this energy in a controlled manner. This process lends itself perfectly to powering a variety of especially heavier engines. The particles are captured and recharged after combustion, creating a fully circular process.
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