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Ar­i­ane – Europe's launcher

In order to provide Europe with independent access to space, a number of European states decided to commence the Ariane programme in 1973. It has since become one of the most successful European technology programmes and Germany has been an important partner from the very beginning.

Out now: DLRmagazine 175

Climate-compatible aviation, sustainable aviation fuels and new momentum for the railway

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Maritime research

DLR's maritime research focuses on the oceans, lakes and rivers and draws on expertise from all areas: findings from aeronautics, space, energy, transport and security come together.

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Quantum technologies – at the limit of what is possible

The two moons of Mars, Phobos and Deimos, are the target of the Japanese exploration mission 'Martian Moons eXploration', MMX for short. DLR and the French space agency CNES are involved with a lander that will explore Phobos on the surface for several weeks.

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Security and Defense Research at DLR

Current geopolitical developments require DLR to secure and expand key competences and the ability to analyse and evaluate. We provide technologies and applications to meet the needs of public stakeholders.

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Climate Compatible Aviation

Where classical technologies reach their limits, quantum technologies open up new possibilities for research, industry and business. New sensors, simulators, communication networks and computers with previously unattainable performance are made possible through the harnessing of quantum mechanical effects.

Innovation & Transfer

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Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) are already being applied in various ways – supplying poorly connected areas with medicines, providing disaster relief, in agricultural applications and supporting the transport of manufacturing parts between industrial sites.

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International Space Station ISS

The International Space Station ISS is the largest technology project of all time – humanity's outpost in space. At the same time, it is a orbiting laboratory that provides unprecedented possibilities for scientific and industrial research.

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Road transport – with a future

Wind power is already the second most important energy source in Germany. It makes the largest contribution to electricity generation from renewable resources.

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About DLR

DLR is the German aerospace research and technology centre. In its core areas, DLR develops technologies for aeronautics and space, energy and transport, as well as security and defence research. A broad spectrum of results and innovations bring benefits for industry and business, authorities and administration as well as for public stakeholders. The DLR fulfils its responsibility to society through an intensive exchange of knowledge and targeted technology transfer.

Research & Transfer

Climate, mobility and technology are changing globally. DLR uses the expertise of its 54 research institutes and facilities to develop solutions to these challenges. Our 11,000 employees share a mission – to explore Earth and space and develop technologies f

DLRmagazine

DLRmagazine 175 (June 2024)

With its nose close to the exhaust jet, the DLR research aircraft Falcon was on the move during the campaign pictured on the cover of DLRmagazine 175. DLR uses such research flights to investigate the influence of sustainable aviation fuels on the climate impact of air traffic. Almost half of this impact consists of so-called non-CO2 effects, which also include contrails. The majority of these have a warming effect on the climate. DLR scientists are also investigating how clever flight route planning can reduce this effect. Other topics in this issue include a DLR start-up that is developing sustainable fuels for spaceflight, an autonomous rail bus and much more.

Recent blog posts

DLR Blog

A new lava tunnel and tonnes of regolith: There's dust in the LUNA hall!

In Bavaria, where I work as the project manager for LUNA, it's colloquially said that there is 'dust' when something significant is happening. This metaphor perfectly describes the current state of the LUNA hall, set to open in September 2024. At present, there's a great deal of activity requiring meticulous coordination via schedules and weekly planning meetings, to ensure that we don't stand on each other's toes and can get everything done in the correct order.

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Surface Avatar – Remotely controlling robots from space to complete tasks and explore other worlds

Last week, we made exciting technical progress with the remote control of a team of robots from space. On 9 and 10 July 2024, under the leadership of DLR and ESA, we successfully completed another part of our Surface Avatar telerobotics mission on the International Space Station (ISS).

Events

3 - 6 September 2024

SMM 2024

Four days, every two years, one location: SMM (Shipbuilding, Machinery and Marine Technology trade fair) The leading international trade fair for the maritime industry with 2000 exhibitors from 100 nations brings together decision-makers and industry professionals from all sectors.

9 - 13 September 2024

ICAS 2024

The 5-day aviation congress of ICAS (International Council of the Aeronautical Sciences) will take place in Florence this year. In addition to a classic conference programme, the congress includes technical programmes and tours as well as an accompanying exhibition.

17 - 22 September 2024

IAA Transportation 2024

Visit the IAA TRANSPORTATION in Hanover from 17 to 22 September 2024 (press day: 16 September 2024) – the leading platform for logistics, commercial vehicles and the transport sector.

24 - 27 September 2024

Innotrans 2024

InnoTrans is the leading international trade fair for transport technology, which takes place every two years in Berlin. It is divided into five segments: Railway Technology, Railway Infrastructure, Public Transport, Interiors and Tunnel Construction.

Careers and education

DLR jobs – calling all scientists, engineers, trainees and more!

We offer exciting jobs for a wide range of talents. All vacancies and information on how to get started can be found here.

For the next gen­er­a­tion of re­searchers

DLR offers very special opportunities for the next generation of researchers. Students can complete internships at DLR institutes and carry out their degree projects, where they may even have the opportunity to get involved in international programmes.

Opportunities for young scientists

In order to successfully handle research projects in the future as well, DLR offers many interesting opportunities for young people to get informed and even to complete an educational programme at one of DLR's sites.

DLR merchandise

Sozialwerk DLR e.V. presents

Space Shop

DLR´s online shop offers a huge range of textiles, books and many other attractive products on a wide variety of DLR topics. With the proceeds, Sozialwerk DLR e.V. supports people who are in need through no fault of their own. The website is only available in German for the time being.