R&D activities in thermal energy systems include heat transfer in specific applications of energy system components and the development of innovative solutions for energy transformation:

• Heat pump design – heat pumps for space and hot water heating as well as for automotive industry (electric battery vehicles).

• Dynamic behaviour of district heating piping systems – development of detailed numerical models.

• Heat transfer during boiling and steam condensation processes – experimental identification of heat transfer coefficients on heat exchange surfaces.

Further information is available on the websites of individual laboratories:

• Laboratory of thermal comfort
  The laboratory or its team deals with the research and development in the field of air-conditioning systems that are employed to adjust indoor environment quality of vehicle cabins or buildings; it also includes testing the system effect on thermal comfort. The main demand today is development and design of such air-conditioning systems that provide optimum thermal comfort at the lowest energy and operating costs. More information here.
  
• Laboratory of heat exchangers and condensers
  The laboratory’s main activity is the experimental evaluation of heat transfer on heat exchange surfaces during heating/cooling of liquids and gases. We focus primarily on evaluating heat flows of non-standard geometric configurations of heat exchange surfaces (sprinkled exchangers, labyrinth seals, small channels) and on energy applications of heat exchangers with phase change of the working substance (boiling, condensation). The laboratory facilities of specialised laboratories are used for research activities, and thanks to the mobile apparatus, we also carry out measurements "in the field.". More information here.
  
• Laboratory of numerical simulations
  The laboratory focuses on research, development and testing of numerically solved mathematical models in the field of energy engineering. Within the laboratory, we focus on modelling processes combining fluid flow, thermodynamic and mechanical processes, streamlining computational times, topological optimisations, statistical modelling and artificial intelligence. We perform both evaluations and designs of new systems. The laboratory includes a number of simulation software and computer equipment. More information here.
• Laboratory of thermoelectric generators
  Thermoelectric phenomena allow the direct conversion of heat into electricity. Because these phenomena take place in solids and the "working fluid" is the carrier of the electric charge, it is typical for thermoelectric devices simplicity, operation without chemicals and moving parts, reliability and long life. More information here.