Modern Powertrain

Our research group specialises in innovations in the field of advanced powertrains with a focus on sustainability, efficiency and emissions reduction. A key objective of our team is to develop and optimize new powertrain technologies that can be applied in various types of vehicles and industrial equipment. Our experts work with the latest trends in electric mobility, hybrid systems and alternative fuels such as hydrogen and biofuels.

We work with industry partners and academic institutions around the world to bridge the gap between theoretical research and practical deployment. Our work involves extensive simulation, experimental testing and prototyping to deliver innovative solutions that meet current and future energy and environmental standards. Join us in the journey towards a cleaner and more efficient future of propulsion.

A key tool in our work is GT-SUITE, an advanced propulsion system simulation software. We use it to model and simulate different powertrain behaviour scenarios in a virtual environment, allowing us to quickly iterate designs and test them in real-world conditions before putting them into practice.

We perform comprehensive testing of new powertrain concepts in our state-of-the-art test facilities. These test facilities are equipped with state-of-the-art technology and diagnostic tools that allow us to analyze and optimize every aspect of the drive system in detail. 

Contact:

prof. Ing. Josef ŠTĚTINA, Ph.D. 

Projects:

1. Božek Vehicle Engineering National Center of Competence

2. National Hydrogen Mobility Center

3. Using HD maps to accelerate the development of advanced assistance systems and autonomous mobility

Main Results

1. The new ICE for newly industrialized markets

Dissertation topics:

1. Hydrogen and hydrogen blended fuels for internal combustion engines

2. Predictive control strategy of a hybrid vehicle for a regularly recurring commuting mode. 

3. Methodology for measuring and evaluating external influences on a compact heat exchanger in a vehicle

4. EXHAUST GAS TEMPERATURE STABILISATION SYSTEM FOR TURBOCHARGED ENGINES

Publications:

1. UŠIAK, M.; VANČURA, J.; KUČERA, P.; ŠTĚTINA, J. The Impact of the Steering Wheel Grip on Vehicle Control. Brno: Brno University of Technology, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, 2023. p. 52-52. 

2. BÖHM, M.; ŠTĚTINA, J.; SVÍDA, D. Exhaust Gas Temperature Pulsations of a Gasoline Engine and Its Stabilization Using Thermal Energy Storage System to Reduce Emissions. ENERGIES, 2022, vol. 15, no. 7, p. 1-16. ISSN: 1996-1073. 

3. BÖHM, M.; UŠIAK, M.; ŠTĚTINA, J.; SVÍDA, D. The Exhaust Gas Temperature Instability Behind The Electrically Assisted Turbocharger. Scientific Proceeding KOKA 2022. Bratislava: Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, 2022. p. 119-126. ISBN: 978-80-227-5215-2. 

4. ŠEBELA, K.; JANOUŠEK, M.; UŠIAK, M.; ŠTĚTINA, J. Multi temperature difference model of heat exchanger in GT-Suite. Scientific Proceedings KOKA 2022. 62. Bratislava: SPEKTRUM STU Publishing, 2022. p. 163-168. ISBN: 978-80-227-5215-2. 

5. ŠTĚTINA, J.; BŘEZINA, M.; BÖHM, M. Small Cogeneration Unit with Heat and Electricity Storage. ENERGIES, 2021, vol. 14, no. 8, p. 1-13. ISSN: 1996-1073.

6. BÖHM, M.; ŠTĚTINA, J.; SVÍDA, D. An analysis of the force acting on the apex seal of a rotary engine. Sborník přednášek KOKA 2021. Praha: Česká zemědělská univerzita v Praze, 2021. p. 27-34. ISBN: 978-80-213-3132-7. 

7. ŠTĚTINA, J.; BÖHM, M.; BŘEZINA, M. Small Cogeneration Unit with Heat and Electricity Storage. Xi'an: PRES 20, 2020. p. 1-6. 

8. BÖHM, M.; SVÍDA, D.; ŠTĚTINA, J. ANALYSIS OF THE TEMPERATURE PULSATIONS OF THE EXHAUST GAS BEFORE THE THREE-WAY CATALYST. In ENGINEERING MECHANICS. Engineering Mechanics .... 1. BRNO: BRNO UNIV TECHNOL, FAC MECHANICAL ENGINEERING, 2020. p. 78-81. ISBN: 978-80-214-5896-3. ISSN: 1805-8248. 

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