In the Department for Energetic Systems, research can be divided into six main thematic areas, which also form a basis for interdisciplinary project work.

Evaluation of explosives 
The main research focus is the characterisation of explosive substances with regard to their inflammation and combustion properties, the determination of interior ballistic parameters of gun and rocket propellants, and the investigation of the detonation properties of explosives, as well as their sensitivity to various influences. (more)

Protective systems 
Here, new concepts are developed in the field of non-lethal weapons and pyrotechnical compositions for defence purposes. In the field of flares, new formulations are developed and tested. (more)

Gas generators
Beside the further development of gas generator mixtures, particularly with regards to the determination and improvement of the interior ballistic properties of airbag systems, new application possibilities are being tested, such as forming or also extinguishing technology. (more)

Technical safety
Investigations and evaluations are carried out regarding the safety hazards and accident scenarios associated with the application of new energy sources in industrial and public areas, particularly relating to explosions and fires. A special focus is the handling of hydrogen. (more)

High temperature materials
This research area encompasses the investigation and characterisation of the oxidation, corrosion and structural stability of (mostly) metal and ceramic materials for high-temperature applications. (more)

Material and process analysis
The main focus is the investigation, analysis, and accurate and rapid development of new materials, and process analytical measurement methods such as UV/VIS, near infrared and Raman spectroscopy. Competences lie in the field of process spectroscopy, statistical analysis, polymers / biopolymers and nanoparticles. (more)