IWR - Simulation and Optimization

Grants and Cooperations (since 2004)

• DFG SPP1253 Optimization with PDE:
  Optimal Control of Periodic Adsorption Processes (2006-2009),
  with D. Ager and S. Engell.
• DFG SPP1253 Optimization with PDE:
  Optimal Control of Periodic Adsorption Processes (2009-2014),
  with S. Engell and S. Sager.
• DFG: Optimization-based control of chemical engineering processes (2003-2009),
  with F. Allgöwer, M. Diehl, W. Marquardt and J. P. Schlöder.
• DFG: Optimizing control for uncertain systems:
  Structure exploiting scenario-tree NMPC and MHE (2012-2016),
  with D. Bonvin, F. Allgöwer, R. Findeisen, W. Marquardt and J.P. Schlöder.
• DFG/DACh: Fusion of Optical Surface Models and Volumetric CT Data (2013-2016),
  with S. Krömker.
• DFG:Numerical algorithms for hierarchical modeling (2014-2016),
  with J.P. Schlöder.
• DFG: Heidelberg Graduate School
  of Mathematical and Computational Methods for the Sciences
  (GSC 220/1) (2007-2017).
• DFG: International Research Training Group
  "Complex Processes: Modeling, Simulation and Optimization"
  (GRK 710) (2001-2010).
• DAAD: Partnership with universities in developing countries:
  Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Vietnam (1997-2007).
• Daimler-Benz Foundation:
  South-East Asia Network for Scientific Computing (2003 - 2012).
• State of Baden-Württemberg:
  Numerical methods for modeling and diagnosis of biosystems (2005-2006),
  with E. Kostina and R. Rannacher.
• State of Baden-Württemberg:
  Open-loop stable motion of walking and running robots (2003-2006),
  with K. Mombaur.
• BMBF:Non-standard problems of optimal control
  in chemistry and biotechnology (2001-2004),
  with J. P. Schlöder.
• BMBF: Non-linear model predictive control
  of discontinuous processes in chemical engineering (2004-2007),
  with J. P. Schlöder.
• BMBF: NOVOEXP - Numerical optimization methods for parameter estimation and design of optimal experiments (2007-2010),
  with A. Griewank, E. Kostina, J. P. Schlöder and G. Wozny.
• BMBF: PARAPLUE - Parameter estimation and optimum experimental design for nonlinear non-stationary industrial processes under uncertainties and real-time constraints (2010-2013),
  with S. Körkel, E. Kostina and J.P. Schlöder.
• BMBF: GOSSIP - Nonlinear mixed-integer optimization and optimal control of strongly coupled industrial processes (2013-2016),
  with C. Kirches, E. Kostina, A. Potschka, S. Sager and J.P. Schlöder.
• BMBF: IMNET - Mathematics for Innovations in Industry and Services: Accompanying Network Activities (2014-2016),
  with J.P. Schlöder.
• BMBF FORSYS: Viroquant-Projekt (2008-2010),
  with R. Eils and J. P. Schlöder.
• EU: PREDIMOT - Model predictive control of combustion engines (2005-2007),
  with M. Diehl.
• EU (Erasmus-Mundus): EMMA - An International Academic Exchange and Mobility Program between European and South and South East Asian Universities (since 2009),
  with M. Winckler et al.
• EU: EMBOCON - Embedded Optimization for Control (2010-2012),
  with S. Sager and J. P. Schlöder.
• EU: MOBOCON - Model Based Optimizing Control - from a Vision to Industrial Reality (2012-2017, ERC Advanced Investigator Grant),
  with S. Engell.
• ESA: Gauss-Newton method
  with relaxation for initial orbit determination (2005-2008),
  with E. Kostina and J. P. Schlöder.
• ESA: Robust Multiple Shooting Estimation Methods for Satellite Orbit Determination (2011 - 2013),
  with J. P. Schlöder, S. Lenz
• Helmholtz Association: Systems Biology,
  SB Cancer (2008-2010),
  with R. Eils and J. P. Schlöder.
• Industry (Daimler): Energy-optimal truck driving (2007-2010),
  with J. P. Schlöder.
• Industry (Microsoft Research): Development of a computational platform
  for modeling and model validation of signal transduction (2005-2006),
  with R. Eils.
• Industry (BASF): Numerical methods
  for model discrimination in nonlinear differential equations (2007-2009),
  with J. P. Schlöder.
• Industry (BASF): Junior Research Group
  "Numerical methods for optimum experimental design in partial differential equations" (2008-2015),
  with J. P. Schlöder.
• Industry (Daimler): Parameter estimation and design
  of optimum acceleration profiles to avoid power train oscillations (2006-2007),
  with M. Diehl.
• Industry (Daimler): Mixed-integer NMPC energy optimal cruise control for heavy duty trucks (2007-2010), with J. P. Schlöder.
• Industry (Daimler): Optimum experiment design for catalyst model calibration (2012-2013),
  with J. P. Schlöder.
• NGO (World Monument Fund): Reconstruction of the Phnom Bakheng Temple
  and Development of a Computer Model of the Preah Khan Temple (2005-2007).
  with M. Winckler and P. Nguonphan
• NGO (Global Heritage Fund): Restauration and Reconstruction
  of the Banteay Chhmar Temple (2008-2016),
  with J. Sanday, M. Winckler and P. Nguonphan.