Stefan Pischinger

Prof. Dr.-Ing. Stefan Pischinger serves as Professor and Chairholder of Thermodynamics of Mobile Energy Conversion Systems at RWTH Aachen University's Institute of Thermodynamics. He holds key leadership roles as Spokesperson for the Fuel Science Center (FSC) Cluster of Excellence, Energy, Chemical & Process Engineering (ECPE) profile area, and Competence Center Power to Fuel. His research infrastructure includes laboratory facilities at Forckenbeckstraße 4, 52074 Aachen (z-Building [4153]), with direct contact via pischinger_s@tme.rwth-aachen.de and +49 241 80-48001.

His research program centers on decarbonizing combustion systems through hydrogen/ammonia fuel adaptation, multi-fuel engine optimization, and advanced aftertreatment technologies. Key focus areas include charge motion design for carbon-neutral fuels, predictive knock modeling for alternative fuel blends, and emission footprint analysis of sustainable propulsion pathways. His work bridges fundamental thermodynamics with practical engineering solutions for heavy-duty transportation and marine applications.

Analysis of his 2023-2025 publications reveals three dominant research trajectories: (1) Hydrogen combustion system optimization for both on- and off-highway applications, (2) Data-driven calibration methodologies for multi-fuel engines, and (3) Life-cycle assessment of renewable fuel pathways. His team employs combined optical diagnostics, numerical simulation, and cloud-based data science tools to address Euro 7 emission challenges and zero-impact propulsion targets.

Scientific Awards

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Advising and grant activities remain unspecified in available documentation. His leadership positions suggest oversight of substantial research funding through the FSC Cluster of Excellence and Competence Center Power to Fuel initiatives, though specific grant details aren't provided.

Laboratory operations are centered within the Chair of Thermodynamics of Mobile Energy Conversion Systems, with collaborative frameworks through the Fuel Science Center's interdisciplinary network. His team maintains specialized capabilities in hydrogen jet formation analysis, ammonia combustion testing, and non-exhaust particle emission simulation, supporting both fundamental research and industry partnerships in sustainable mobility.