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Over 120 years of research and development
For more than 120 years, we have been investigating fundamental questions of vehicle technology as well as specific applications in our research. As one of only a few public research institutions worldwide, we at the ika are able to research the entire vehicle, including its systems and complex interactions.
Mobility is one of the central basic needs - making it possible for everyone in an ever more complex world is our drive and our task.
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Competences
Our research areas at a glance:
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Equipment
Modern test benches, up-to-date CAE tools and research vehicles form the basis of our application-oriented research.
Academy
Topic-specific training for companies to prepare them for the automotive future.
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Students
Our expertise in research forms the basis for the comprehensive range of courses we offer and the supervision of student work.
Career
We see the promotion and training of young scientists as one of our essential tasks.
News
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
BaLSaM: RWTH und Partner entwickeln innovative Straßen-geräuschsimul
Das Projekt BaLSaM hat erfolgreich ein innovatives Tool zur Auralisierung von Straßenverkehrslärm in unterschiedlichen…
Thursday, January 15, 2026
“Dynamic Charging”: RWTH Proves Practicality of Converted E-Trucks
Aachen – The Institute for Automotive Engineering (ika) and the Chair of Production Engineering of E-Mobility Components…
Tuesday, November 25, 2025
Hi-Drive Final Event: Europe’s Flagship Automated Driving Project Re
Brussels, Belgium. After four and a half years of pioneering research and large-scale testing, the European…
Thursday, September 11, 2025
Forschung zum Anfassen: Mitfahrgelegenheit in die Zukunft der Mobilit
Universitäten und Automobilentwickler stellen ihr vernetztes Mobilitätssystem aus dem Verbundprojekt „autotech.agil“…
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Research projects
Vehicle Concepts and Design
Shift2Zero
The EU-funded project "Shift2Zero" aims to promote sustainable and efficient urban logistics through the development and…
Acoustics
Tyre Road Noise
The adverse effects of road traffic noise on the quality of life of many citizens are well documented. Road traffic noise…
Energy and Powertrain Systems
HiVEP
The HiVEP project is an innovative initiative aimed at transforming battery electric vehicle (BEV) efficiency and performance…
Safety
ProtAct-Us
Battling serious injuries with long-term consequences in road traffic remains one important issue in the overall goal of…