MOTIVATION
Chemical energy carriers such as ammonia (NH3) and hydrogen (H2) play a key role in the transformation of the global energy system. One of the biggest challenges in using these carbon-free energy carriers in technical combustion systems is the high emissions of nitrogen oxides (NOx). However, current research on NOx formation at the Laboratory for Optical Diagnostic Methods and Renewable Energies (ODEE) is limited to atmospheric pressure, even though technical combustion processes usually take place under high pressure. Experimental data under these conditions is currently scarce, but urgently needed to validate numerical simulations.
As part of various student projects, a pressure combustion chamber is to be developed, constructed and commissioned that enables the operation of interchangeable burner systems at elevated pressure. A special feature is the integration of optical access points for the application of non-intrusive laser measurement techniques such as laser-induced fluorescence (LIF) or Raman/Rayleigh spectroscopy.
TASKS
Several student projects will be advertised for the project in the near future. Both final theses (bachelor's/master's) and IFPs are possible. Depending on your interests and profile, you can focus on the following areas:
