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Department of Thermal and Fluid Engineering (TFE)
Department of Thermal and Fluid Engineering (TFE)
UTFacultiesETDepartmentsTFEResearch overviewResearch ThemesClean Power & Hydrogen Systems

Clean Power & Hydrogen Systems

Advancing low-carbon electricity and fuels for a cleaner, more efficient future.

We explore innovative approaches to power generation and fuel transition, focusing on renewable energy integration, hydrogen and biofuels, and the decarbonisation of traditional energy systems. Our research spans combustion dynamics, technology, turbomachinery, electrochemistry, H2 technology, thermal conversion processes such as biomass and recycling. By bridging fundamental studies with practical applications, we contribute to the global shift towards low-emission energy solutions.

Research Subjects

Combustion Dynamics
This research subject is related to questions on ignition, extinction, flame stability, pollutant formation, combustion noise and its interaction with the combustion chamber structure.
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Energy-efficient Processes
Intensification of thermal processes via development of novel energy efficient power systems, engines, reactors and processes is the subject of this research line. Renewable methods and transition to the future technologies are of prime interest.
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Solar Energy
In our research, we are aiming for harnessing solar energy in form of heat (solar thermal), heat-electricity (PVT) and fuel (solar fuel).
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Sustainable Energy Transition and Hydrogen
Our research focuses on advancing the sustainable energy transition by investigating the optimum role of hydrogen in decarbonized energy systems. We develop hydrogen-based energy solutions, renewable energy integration strategies, and advanced energy storage methods to enhance efficiency, flexibility, and circularity. Through techno-economic analysis, real-time control strategies, and large-scale demonstration projects, we create scalable frameworks for climate-neutral energy systems. Our work bridges renewable energy generation, storage, and sector coupling, ensuring a resilient and sustainable energy future for buildings, industries, and maritime applications.
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Thermal Conversion Processes
Our research on thermal conversion processes is focused on the conversion of
biomass into high-value fuels and on the valorization of waste streams into both fuels and raw materials.
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