We offer the following research topic

Thesis - PEM Electrolyser 3D-Simulation 

Master Thesis

According to the permanently increasing demand for H2 in the green energy industry, Polymer Electrolyte Membrane fuel electrolyzer technology is gaining more and more attention. Advanced machine learning technology should be established on a parameterized CFD modeling and simulation approach to magnify the performance improvement potential based on shape and material parameter optimization. Utilizing existing CFD capabilities and features as well as automatisms from different industrial applications, a parameterized cell segment and later a full cell model should be established to feed known as well as new AI methods.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Automation of CFD Meshing on segment and full cell models
• Automation of Simulation Setup and Postprocessing 
• Assessment of performance and electrochemical aspects by AVL Fire-M  
• Compiling parameter sets as basis to feed AI optimizing tools
• Documentation of the work and presentation to the team members

YOUR PROFILE:

• You are interested in PEM technology for FC and EC operation. 
• You are interested in electrochemical analysis by means of numerical modelling and simulation. 
• Basic knowledge in fluid dynamics, chemistry and 3D CFD simulation methods. (appreciated). 
• Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Chemistry or similar field

WE OFFER:

• You can write your thesis independently and receive professional guidance and support from our experienced employees.            
• You will have the opportunity to exchange ideas with experts in the company and benefit from their expertise.            
• Take the opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of AVL and embed your theoretical knowledge in a practical environment.            

The successful completion of the thesis is remunerated with a one-time fee of EUR €3,500.00 before tax.

You don't want to write your final thesis just for the books, then explore the mobility of the future together with us! Maybe you will be a part of it soon!

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