Research Fields

Multibody dynamics is the central research topic of the institute. At the institute, methodological questions concerning the modeling, simulation, optimization and control of rigid and flexible multibody systems are addressed. The experimental validation of the developed methods as well as their transfer into technical applications is an important part of the research activities at the institute. Applications include lightweight and soft robotics, underwater robotics, vehicle and machine dynamics, vibration engineering and automation.

In addition to multibody dynamics, the Institute has a tradition of working on ocean engineering issues. The focus is on mechatronic systems in ocean engineering. The institute is a member of the initiative Machine Learning in Engineering at the TUHH and is actively involved in the GAMM Activity Group Dynamics and Control.