Research & Transfer

The Institute of Combustion Technology researches technical combustion processes and non-fossil fuels. The aim is to minimise pollutant emissions while maximising efficiency. To this end, the researchers are optimising regeneratively produced fuels and innovative combustion chambers for the energy system of the future.

Research topics

The DLR Institute of Combustion Technology develops solutions to make both energy supply and aviation climate-friendly. To this end, we are further developing regeneratively produced fuels and innovative combustion chamber systems for gas and aircraft turbines.

Projects

The institute works on numerous projects at national and international level with industrial companies and other research organisations from all over the world.

Research infrastructure

With its exceptional infrastructure of optically accessible combustion chamber test benches and chemical laboratories, the institute is well equipped for the task of analysing elementary combustion processes under real conditions and understanding them in detail.

Research services

Here you will find important information about our research services.

FAQ

Here you will find answers to the most frequently asked questions about our main research areas: Sustainable Aviation Fuels and Clean Combustion.

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