MTU and eMoSys are developing a new 600 kW Electric Propulsion Unit (EPU) with integrated inverter, lightweight cooled stator, high-pole rotor, and geared architecture. In a design study, 2–3 EPUs combine torque via a gearbox and are powered by independent fuel-cell systems (FCS).
Thesis: Analyze and assess the criticality of torque merging from multiple EPUs supplying a common propeller shaft.
- LocationMünchen
- Starter areaFinal Project / Thesis
- Target groupStudents
- Contract typeFull-Time
- Posted on26.03.2026
Planning & Literature Review:
- Survey existing research on multi-motor torque merging, drivetrain dynamics, gearbox backlash, and control synchronization
Model Adaptation:
- Update/extend existing MTU simulation models for dual-EPU operation, including FCS behavior, gearbox elasticity, and torque-control coordination
Simulation-Based Analysis
- Analyze torque imbalance, transient mismatch, oscillations, backlash effects, torsional dynamics, and load-sharing
- Documentation & Recommendations
- Summarize critical findings, propose mitigation strategies (control or mechanical), and deliver structured documentation
- Engineering student (Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, Mechatronics)
- interest in electric drives, controls, or drivetrain dynamics
- Simscapce/Simulink beneficial
The earliest start date for this role is 15 June 2026
Your contact
Luisa Kümmerle