The institute focuses on research and development of technical combustion processes with the objectives
- Efficient and environmentally compliant use of conventional and alternative fuels
- Increased reliability of unsteady combustion processes with respect to ignition, extinction, and thermo-acoustic oscillations
- Reduction of pollutants like soot, nitric oxides, unburned hydrocarbons and CO2 emissions
- Development and optimization of burner systems and combustion chamber systems.
Obituary Peter Gerlinger
The University of Stuttgart and the German Aerospace Center (DLR) mourn the loss of apl. Professor Dr. Peter Gerlinger, who passed away on January 1, 2026, after a long and serious illness.
Peter Gerlinger studied aerospace engineering at the University of Stuttgart, where he subsequently earned his doctorate and habilitation. He was a leading figure in teaching and research in the field of computational fluid mechanics. With great dedication, he inspired numerous young scientists to pursue research, successfully mentored them on their path to doctoral studies, and significantly influenced their subsequent careers.
As a renowned expert in the efficient numerical simulation of complex, turbulent, and reacting flows, Peter Gerlinger made significant contributions to the scientific community. Furthermore, for 25 years, he was an indispensable member of the Computer Simulation Department at the DLR Institute of Combustion Technology. He played a key role in shaping its technical and structural development, led the department for several years, and was instrumental in establishing it in its current form.
The University of Stuttgart and the DLR will cherish his memory. Our deepest sympathies go to his family and all his colleagues.
Andreas Huber
Prof. Dr.-Ing.
Fabian Hampp
Dr.Junior Research Group Leader