Project Theses (WING)

Project Theses (WING)

Please note: Applications for project work were accepted until 28.08.2024. Currently, no further applications are possible.

 

  • Please submit your application between August 9th and August 28th, 2024
  • Some applicants will be invited for a short online meeting
  • A positive or negative response to your application will be communicated max. by August 30th
  • Confirmation of interest by applicants to be communicated max. by September 7th
  • Project thesis supervision to start by the beginning of the winter semester
  • The final research topics will be discussed in an initial meeting

Please send your application via email directly to Rabab Saleh attaching the following documents:

  • An updated CV
  • Your course transcript derived from CAMPO
  • A word document that includes:
    1. Short motivation letter (max. 400 words) in which you state your motivation for the research on sustainable technologies. In addition, please mention your methodological (e.g., qualitative, quantitative) approaches, and the software you are acquainted with
    2. Your preferred research topic (sustainable e-mobility technologies OR sustainable energy technologies)

  • Participation in a regular thesis seminar
  • You should have already attended a course at the chair or attend parallelly one of the courses the chair is offering in winter semester 2024/25
  • A motivation and passion for sustainable technologies 🙂

 

Current Project Theses:

Omar Abdelrahman
He explores the complexities of the German electric vehicle charging infrastructure. He focuses on identifying the barriers hindering the widespread adoption of electric vehicles. By examining factors such as availability, accessibility, reliability, and compatibility of charging stations, his project provides insights for policymakers, industry stakeholders, and electric vehicle enthusiasts. The aim is to foster a cleaner and sustainable mobility landscape in Germany.
Max Fenzl
He addresses alternative drive technologies in the agricultural sector. He investigates the strengths and weaknesses of future trends in drive train engineering; specifically, its application in agriculture. His project thesis hence focuses on mobility future solutions and challenges in a less addressed sector. Thus, it provides insights for manufacturers of farming equipment as well as for their end consumers.
Lea Nigl
She explores business models for developing and operating the charging infrastructure for electric vehicles. She specifically investigates the key factors for successful customer segmentation and relationships. By conducting expert interviews, she aims to identify and analyze business models that add value in the sales domain. It provides insights for firms operating in the supply chain of charging stations, investors, and policy and decision-makers.
Leon Poß
He addresses sustainable business model innovations in the automotive industry. He focuses on BMW and Mercedes-Benz as case studies. The objective is to identify the key strategies these firms develop to align their overall business models with sustainability transitions. The aim is to provide an understanding of how automobile industry players innovate their sustainability practices and operations. His work serves the broader automotive industry with insights into the effective application of sustainable business models.
Sven-Nicolas Ivens
He explores the sociotechnical challenges in the user adoption of Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) technologies. He focuses on understanding how benefits, usability, social approval, and support systems influence the acceptance and adoption of V2X technologies. The goal is to identify barriers that hinder user adoption and suggest strategies to enhance user acceptance. It provides insights for policymakers, designers, and stakeholders in the automotive and technology sectors, aiming to facilitate a smoother integration of V2X technologies into everyday use.
Louis Habermeier
He investigates the re-shoring of battery production to Europe, concentrating on strategies for automotive manufacturers to boost sustainability and efficiency in their supply chains. His analysis covers optimizing resource use, minimizing environmental impact, and enhancing operational processes to help firms meet their sustainability objectives while preserving their competitive edge. The goal is to offer valuable insights for policymakers, industry stakeholders, and car manufacturers.