Christian Trapp: “For me, a beautiful machine is simple.”

Christian Trapp moved from the University of the Bundeswehr Munich to TU Graz in July. In this interview, he talks about his enthusiasm for simple and efficient machines and engines.
Christian Trapp moved from the University of the Bundeswehr Munich to TU Graz in July. In this interview, he talks about his enthusiasm for simple and efficient machines and engines.
Researchers at TU Graz have developed an environmentally friendly housing for electric car batteries. Their wood-steel construction performs excellently in safety experiments and simulations; it even…
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Energy storage systems are becoming increasingly important, powerful and widespread. However, this also means that the demands on their safety and durability are growing.
You can borrow books, visit the International House, use printing and copying services and enjoy culinary delights on the TU Graz Campus during holidays. You can find the summer opening times here.
How safe electric cars are is the topic of many discussions at a regular’s table. Daniel Fruhwirt from TU Graz’s Institute of Thermodynamics and Sustainable Propulsion Systems explains how the…
Pupils developed ideas for the ‘miracle machine of the future’ to solve urgent environmental problems. The BG/BRG Seebacher was particularly successful with three prizes.
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Reconstructions of accidents at road junctions revealed in a study that an additional brake light at the front of the vehicle would have prevented up to 17 per cent of collisions.
The shell of the new research centre for IT security at TU Graz was completed at the end of March 2025. Commissioning is scheduled for March 2026.
Up to now, emissions caused by tyre, brake and road surface wear, which are hazardous to health, have not been adequately captured. In the Lead Project NExT, researchers at TU Graz are developing…
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