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TU Graz Implements Novel Brake Test Rig for Rail Vehicles

From 2023, rail vehicle manufacturers will be able to have their braking systems tested and certified on the TU Graz campus. In addition, the new test rig will allow for the first time investigations…

TU Graz Fills Endowed Professorship for Sustainable Construction

Alexander Passer is the new Professor of Sustainable Construction at TU Graz. The focus is on life-cycle-based sustainability assessment and low-emission, climate-robust construction methods. The…

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Are Batteries Safe?

Energy storage systems are becoming increasingly important, powerful and widespread. However, this also means that the demands on their safety and durability are growing.

Schools and the pandemic: Simulation model allows for safe operation

Developed during the ongoing pandemic, but expandable to different needs: Austrian scientists develop simulation model for keeping schools open safely during a pandemic.

Will Emerging Technologies for Building Construction Help Reduce Our Contribution to Climate Change?

An increasing number of proposed novel technologies in construction claim to be low carbon.

Moving towards 80,000 Hours of Fuel Cell Operation and Beyond

Hydrogen and fuel cell technologies as viable and sustainable approaches to a renewable energy supply chain are experiencing unprecedented attention. As the industry is growing, its view is becoming…

Foundations for Modern Distributed Computing

Many of today’s and tomorrow’s computer systems distribute data to several machines, or the systems are built on top of large-scale networks, such as the internet or sensor networks.

Computational Models of Neurons and Astrocytes in Studying Brain Dynamics in Health and Disease

Astrocytes are non-neuronal brain cells that contribute to the exchange of neurotransmitters and ions. They are involved in various cognitive functions like sleep and memory formation.

Linear and 3D Defects in Piezoelectric Materials: Useful Imperfections

It is our imperfections that make us humans interesting. A similar statement can be made for many electroceramics.

From Bosnia to Austria

Two and a half years ago I came to Graz where I study at TU Graz. In this time I have learned so much – not only about mechanical engineering but also about the right mindset for this big change. Let…