Research & Development
Research & Development
Advancing Thermal Engineering
ADVANCING THERMAL ENGINEERING
Research & Development
At Thermal Design Solutions, research and development is not just a support function — it’s a core part of our identity. We work at the intersection of applied research, advanced simulation, and product innovation, bringing together industrial expertise, academic collaboration, and manufacturing capability to create next-generation thermal solutions.
Academic & Research Partnerships
We maintain active collaborations with leading universities and research institutes, ensuring our solutions are both pioneering and proven through access to cutting-edge laboratories, experimental validation, and PhD/postdoc partnerships.
COLLABORATIVE RESEARCH
Our Partners
Luxembourg University
Heat transfer surface characterisation, two-phase flow CFD analysis, and thermal systems optimisation.
Liège University
Carnot batteries, Organic Rankine Cycles (ORC), and advanced thermodynamic systems.
NTNU University (Norway)
Two-phase flow ejectors for R744 systems.
LIST (Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology)
Development of new caloric materials for thermal applications.
FOCUS AREAS
Next-Generation Heat Exchanger Development
- Topology Optimisation & Additive Manufacturing — Lightweight, high-performance geometries.
- New Materials — Polymeric heat exchangers, additive manufacturing for lightweight HEX, and advanced aluminium alloys.
- Advanced Fin and Tube Geometries — Designs tailored for immersion cooling and high-load operation.
Thermal System Innovation
- Intelligent Thermal Management Systems — Adaptive control strategies for EVs: combining R744 heat pumps, ejectors, and localised heating.
- High-Efficiency Front-End Cooling Modules — Optimised aerodynamics, reduced drag, and noise control.
- Battery Thermal Management — Immersion cooling solutions for ultra-fast charging (>4C).
Energy Recovery & Storage
- Waste heat valorisation through Carnot battery storage and ORC cycles.
- System-level design for industrial waste heat reuse.
FROM SIMULATION TO REALITY
Prototyping & Validation
Our R&D does not stop at simulation — we move designs into physical prototypes for rigorous testing and validation. Through partnerships with OEM-certified testing centres, TDS ensures each innovation is validated to automotive and industrial standards.
Validation Capabilities
- Performance testing and durability assessment
- Vibration, corrosion, and thermal cycling validation
- EV-dedicated testing for battery packs, fast charging systems, and electromobility performance
OUR ADVANTAGE
Why R&D with TDS Works
- Full cycle capability: from concept and theoretical modelling to production-ready design.
- Cross-sector expertise: automotive, industrial, and renewable energy.
- Innovation proven in market: multiple patented designs already in series production.
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