Publications
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Emanzipatorisches Wohnen
(2022)
Thermodynamically consistent space-time discretization of non-isothermal mechanical systems in the framework of GENERIC
(2022)
The present work addresses the design of structure-preserving numerical methods that emanate from the general equation for non-equilibrium reversible-irreversible coupling (GENERIC) formalism. Novel energy-momentum (EM) ...
NMR micro-detectors tailored for multinuclear and electrochemistry lab-on-a-chip applications
(2022)
This work offers three solutions tailored to specific applications to overcome NMR challenges in the micro-domain. As the first sub-topic of this work, different potential electrode designs, compatible with NMR technique, ...
Active Vision for Scene Understanding
(2021)
Visual perception is one of the most important sources of information for both humans and robots. A particular challenge is the acquisition and interpretation of complex unstructured scenes. This work contributes to active ...
Manchester Ship Canal
(2021)
This book investigates how urban/rural patterns provide differing conditions for living and working. The project is to read and analyse these urban/rural settlement structures and provide insight into the patterns of living ...
Effizienzoptimierung mobilhydraulischer Load-Sensing-Systeme durch Reduzierung systembedingter Druckverluste am Beispiel eines Hydraulikbaggers
(2024)
In this thesis, a hydraulic circuit will be developed, which can reduce the partial load losses of hydraulic-mechanic load-sensing systems (LS). As reference application, the LS system of an hydraulic excavator will be ...
Textkompetenz in den MINT-Fächern
(2024)
This edited volume is dedicated to the topic of text literacy in STEM subjects. Text literacy is understood as the ability to receive, produce and learn from texts. The topic of text literacy is dealt with in three sections, ...
Probabilistic Prediction of Energy Demand and Driving Range for Electric Vehicles with Federated Learning
(2024)
In this work, an extension of the federated averaging algorithm, FedAvg-Gaussian, is applied to train probabilistic neural networks. The performance advantage of probabilistic prediction models is demonstrated and it is ...
Refraktive Multifokusröntgenlinsen und Hartmann-Shack-Sensoren
(2024)
Compound refractive X-ray lenses (CRLs) have an absorption-limited numerical aperture. In this work, an array of CRLs with slightly inclined optical axes is used to circumvent this limitation in full-field microscopy at ...
Experimentelle Untersuchung der Zündung von Kerosin Jet A-1 unter subatmosphärischen Bedingungen
(2024)
The present study investigates the generation of a flame kernel in the polydisperse spray of a complex fuel under the influence of turbulent flow and under subatmospheric conditions in order to contribute to a better ...
Image registration between MRI and spot mammograms for X-ray guided stereotactic breast biopsy
(2024)
This work proposes a novel method for a matching tool between MRI and spot mammograms. Two registration methods are used : a biomechanical model based registration between MRI and full X-ray mammograms, followed by an image ...
Querdynamik von Velomobilen unter Berücksichtigung der Reifeneigenschaften
(2024)
Alternative vehicle concepts such as velomobiles can contribute to reducing CO2 emissions in the mobility sector. These lightweight, aerodynamic recumbents are capable of high speeds, which expands their field of application ...
Principles of Catastrophic Forgetting for Continual Semantic Segmentation in Automated Driving
(2024)
Deep learning excels at extracting complex patterns but faces catastrophic forgetting when fine-tuned on new data. This book investigates how class- and domain-incremental learning affect neural networks for automated ...
Constrained-layer damping in hybrid fibre metal elastomer laminates and its tolerance to damage
(2025)
This work presents experimental, analytical and numerical methods for predicting structural behaviour as well as damping capabilities of hybrid fibre metal elastomer laminates (FMELs), particularly for the assessment and ...
Fragilitätsuntersuchungen und Schadensklassifikationen im Erdbebenfall auf Basis von luftgestützten Aufnahmen
(2025)
Following seismic events, there is often a lack of damage data, which impedes the rescue of lives and the effective deployment of resources. The objective of this thesis is to make an interdisciplinary contribution to the ...
OCM 2025 - 7th International Conference on Optical Characterization of Materials
(2025)
The state of the art in the optical characterization of materials is advancing rapidly. New insights have been gained into the theoretical foundations of this research and exciting developments have been made in practice, ...
Laserbasierte Verschaltung und Strukturierung von Perowskit-Solarmodulen
(2025)
This work explores laser-based interconnection and structuring of perovskite solar modules for industrial production and scaling. The goal is to develop efficient processes for high-performance modules, including transparent ...
Architecture-Based and Uncertainty-Aware Confidentiality Analysis
(2025)
In this work, we investigate architecture-based confidentiality analysis under uncertainty. We present a classification of uncertainty regarding confidentiality, a catalog of uncertainty sources, an uncertainty impact ...
Anomaly detection for interoperable and modular operating room tables
(2025)
Technologies that enable connectivity, interoperability and automation have the potential to increase the quality and efficiency of patient care. In this dissertation, the necessary adaptations to the software and E/E ...
Development of Computational, Image Processing and Deep Learning Methods for the Microstructure Characterization of Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polyamide 6 Based on CT Images
(2025)
Discontinuously fiber reinforced polymers exhibit complex microstructures. Quantities to characterize the latter have been developed over time, such as the fiber volume content or fiber orientation distributions, which can ...
Macroscopic forming simulation of unidirectional non-crimp fabrics: Hyperelastic material modeling and 3D-solid-shell approach
(2025)
Forming a flat stack of engineering textiles into a complex three-dimensional shape is the first step in various liquid composite molding processes for manufacturing continuous fiber-reinforced plastics. Forming significantly ...
Proceedings of the 2024 Joint Workshop of Fraunhofer IOSB and Institute for Anthropomatics, Vision and Fusion Laboratory
(2025)
In 2024, the annual joint workshop of the Fraunhofer Institute of Optronics, System Technologies and Image Exploitation (IOSB) and the Vision and Fusion Laboratory (IES) at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) was ...
Micromechanical Modeling of Short-Fiber Orientation Dynamics
(2025)
This work deals with the micromechanical modeling of the orientation evolution of short-fibers in suspensions with an emphasis on mean-field homogenization. At the beginning, the impact of the anisotropic viscosity of the ...
Predictive Battery Thermal Management of Electric Vehicles using Deep Learning
(2025)
Improving the energy efficiency of battery electric vehicles increases their range and reduces well-to-wheel emissions. An efficient battery thermal management reduces the energy consumption while taking temperature- ...
System-Level Modeling of the Powertrain for an Electric Aircraft with Superconducting Components
(2025)
A fuel cell-based electric aircraft is considered a long-term solution for medium range flights to reduce aviation Carbon footprint. Equipping its powertrain with superconductivity reduces the weight and spance and increases ...
Machine learning aided multiscale mechanics of fiber suspensions
(2025)
We present a Fast-Fourier-Transform (FFT) based computational approach to computing the viscous stress response of rigid fibers suspended in a non-Newtonian medium. We identify closed-form models for the fiber suspension ...
Pushing the KIT 2 MW Coaxial-Cavity Short-Pulse Gyrotron Towards a DEMO Relevant Design
(2021)
Magnetic fusion is one approach to generate thermonuclear fusion power in an environmental friendly way. The Electron Cyclotron Resonance Heating is considered as the major concept for startup, heating and control of the ...
Optical coherence tomography for characterization of nanocomposite materials
(2021)
Major challenges in nanoparticle and nanocomposite development are the control of particle size and shape, and to achieve uniform particle dispersion. In this book, the application of optical coherence tomography (OCT) for ...
Development of high-temperature superconductor cables for high direct current applications
(2021)
A design process for HTS DC cables was developed for high current applications. Based on the design process, a 35 kA HTS DC cable demonstrator was developed. The superconducting elements of the demonstrator were manufactured ...
Characterisation and Modelling of Continuous-Discontinuous Sheet Moulding Compound Composites for Structural Applications
(2020)
The main objective of this work is to significantly deepen the understanding of the material and the structural behaviour of continuous-discontinuous SMC composites, following a holistic approach to investigate microscopic ...
Gamification of telematics data to enhance operators’ behaviour for improvement of machine productivity in loading cycles
(2023)
Construction industry is suffering from low productivity rate in various projects such as excavation. Although this issue is discussed in literature and several approaches are proposed to address it, productivity rate is ...