Suchergebnis: Katalogdaten im Herbstsemester 2016

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151-0104-00LUncertainty Quantification for Engineering & Life Sciences Belegung eingeschränkt - Details anzeigen
Findet dieses Semester nicht statt.
Number of participants limited to 60.
W4 KP3GP. Koumoutsakos
KurzbeschreibungQuantification of uncertainties in computational models pertaining to applications in engineering and life sciences. Exploitation of massively available data to develop computational models with quantifiable predictive capabilities. Applications of Uncertainty Quantification and Propagation to problems in mechanics, control, systems and cell biology.
LernzielThe course will teach fundamental concept of Uncertainty Quantification and Propagation (UQ+P) for computational models of systems in Engineering and Life Sciences. Emphasis will be placed on practical and computational aspects of UQ+P including the implementation of relevant algorithms in multicore architectures.
InhaltTopics that will be covered include: Uncertainty quantification under
parametric and non-parametric modelling uncertainty, Bayesian inference with model class assessment, Markov Chain Monte Carlo simulation, prior and posterior reliability analysis.
SkriptThe class will be largely based on the book: Data Analysis: A Bayesian Tutorial by Devinderjit Sivia as well as on class notes and related literature that will be distributed in class.
Literatur1. Data Analysis: A Bayesian Tutorial by Devinderjit Sivia
2. Probability Theory: The Logic of Science by E. T. Jaynes
3. Class Notes
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesFundamentals of Probability, Fundamentals of Computational Modeling
151-0105-00LQuantitative Flow VisualizationW4 KP2V + 1UT. Rösgen
KurzbeschreibungThe course provides an introduction to digital image analysis in modern flow diagnostics. Different techniques which are discussed include image velocimetry, laser induced fluorescence, liquid crystal thermography and interferometry. The physical foundations and measurement configurations are explained. Image analysis algorithms are presented in detail and programmed during the exercises.
LernzielIntroduction to modern imaging techniques and post processing algorithms with special emphasis on flow analysis and visualization.
Understanding of hardware and software requirements and solutions.
Development of basic programming skills for (generic) imaging applications.
InhaltFundamentals of optics, flow visualization and electronic image acquisition.
Frequently used mage processing techniques (filtering, correlation processing, FFTs, color space transforms).
Image Velocimetry (tracking, pattern matching, Doppler imaging).
Surface pressure and temperature measurements (fluorescent paints, liquid crystal imaging, infrared thermography).
Laser induced fluorescence.
(Digital) Schlieren techniques, phase contrast imaging, interferometry, phase unwrapping.
Wall shear and heat transfer measurements.
Pattern recognition and feature extraction, proper orthogonal decomposition.
Skriptavailable
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesPrerequisites: Fluiddynamics I, Numerical Mathematics, programming skills.
Language: German on request.
151-0107-20LHigh Performance Computing for Science and Engineering (HPCSE) IW4 KP4GM. Troyer, P. Chatzidoukas
KurzbeschreibungThis course gives an introduction into algorithms and numerical methods for parallel computing for multi and many-core architectures and for applications from problems in science and engineering.
LernzielIntroduction to HPC for scientists and engineers
Fundamental of:
1. Parallel Computing Architectures
2. MultiCores
3. ManyCores
InhaltProgramming models and languages:
1. C++ threading (2 weeks)
2. OpenMP (4 weeks)
3. MPI (5 weeks)

Computers and methods:
1. Hardware and architectures
2. Libraries
3. Particles: N-body solvers
4. Fields: PDEs
5. Stochastics: Monte Carlo
SkriptLink
Class notes, handouts
151-0109-00LTurbulent FlowsW4 KP2V + 1UP. Jenny
KurzbeschreibungInhalt
- Laminare und turbulente Strömungen, Turbulenzentstehung - Statistische Beschreibung: Mittelung, Turbulenzenergie, Dissipation, Schliessungsproblem - Skalenbetrachtungen. Homogene isotrope Turbulenz, Korrelationen, Fourierzerlegung, Energiespektrum - Freie Turbulenz. Nachlauf, Freistrahl, Mischungsschicht - Wandturbulenz. Turbulente Grenzschicht, Kanalströmung - Turbulenzberechnung
LernzielDie Vorlesung vermittelt einen Einblick in grundlegende physikalische Phänomene turbulenter Strömungen und in Gesetzmässigkeiten zu ihrer Beschreibung, basierend auf den strömungsmechanischen Grundgleichungen und daraus abgeleiteten Gleichungen. Grundlagen zur Berechnung turbulenter Strömungen und Elemente der Turbulenzmodellierung werden dargestellt.
Inhalt- Eigenschaften laminarer, transitioneller und turbulenter Strömungen
- Turbulenzbeeinflussung und Turbulenzentstehung, hydrodynamische Instabilität und Transition
- Statistische Beschreibung: Mittelung, Gleichungen für mittlere Strömung, turbulente Schwankungen, Turbulenzenergie, Reynoldsspannungen, Dissipation. Schliessungsproblem
- Skalenbetrachtungen. Homogene isotrope Turbulenz, Korrelationen, Fourierzerlegung, Energiespektrum, Gitterturbulenz
- Freie Turbulenz. Nachlauf, Freistrahl, Mischungsschicht
- Wandturbulenz. Turbulente Grenzschicht, Kanalströmung
- Grundlagen zur Berechnung turbulenter Strömungen und Elemente der Turbulenzmodellierung (Wirbelzähigkeitsmodelle, k-epsilon-Modell).
SkriptLecture notes in English, zusätzliches schriftliches Begleitmaterial auf Deutsch
LiteraturS.B. Pope, Turbulent Flows, Cambridge University Press, 2000
151-0113-00LApplied Fluid DynamicsW4 KP2V + 1UJ.‑P. Kunsch
KurzbeschreibungAngewandte Fluiddynamik
Die Methoden der Fluiddynamik spielen eine wichtige Rolle bei der Beschreibung einer Ereigniskette, welche die Freisetzung, Ausbreitung und Verdünnung gefährlicher Fluide in der Umgebung beinhaltet.
Tunnellüftungssysteme und -strategien werden vorgestellt, welche strengen Anforderungen während des Normalbetriebs und während eines Brandes genügen müssen.
LernzielAllgemein anwendbare Methoden der Strömungslehre und der Gasdynamik sollen hier an ausgewählten, aktuellen Fallbeispielen illustriert und geübt werden.
InhaltBei der Auslegung von umweltgerechten Prozess- und Verbrennungsanlagen sowie der Auswahl von sicheren Transport- und Lagerungsvarianten gefährlicher Stoffe wird häufig auf die Methoden der Fluiddynamik zurückgegriffen. Bei Unfällen, aber auch beim Normalbetrieb, können gefährliche Gase und Flüssigkeiten freigesetzt und durch den Wind oder Wasserströmungen weitertransportiert werden. Zu den vielfältigen möglichen Schadenseinwirkungen gehören z.B. Feuer und Explosionen bei zündfähigen Gemischen. Behandelte Themen sind u.a.: Ausströmen von flüssigen und gasförmigen Stoffen aus Behältern und Leitungen, Verdunstung aus Lachen und Verdampfung bei druckgelagerten Gasen, Ausbreitung und Verdünnung von Abgasfahnen im Windfeld, Deflagrations- und Detonationsvorgänge bei zündfähigen Gasen, Feuerbälle bei druckgelagerten Gasen, Schadstoff- und Rauchgasausbreitung in Tunnels (Tunnelbrände usw.).
Skriptnicht verfügbar
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesVoraussetzungen: Fluiddynamik I und II, Thermodynamik I und II
151-0163-00LNuclear Energy ConversionW4 KP2V + 1UH.‑M. Prasser
KurzbeschreibungPhysikalische Grundlagen der Kernspaltung und der Kettenreaktion, thermische Auslegung, Aufbau, Funktion, und Betrieb von Kernreaktoren und Kernkraftwerken, Leichtwasserreaktoren und andere Reaktortypen, Konversion und Brüten
LernzielDie Studierenden erhalten einen Überblick über die Energieerzeugung in Kernkraftwerken, über Aufbau und Funktion der wichtigsten Reaktortypen sowie über den Kernbrennstoffkreislauf mit Schwerpunkt auf Leichtwasserreaktoren. Sie erhalten die mathematisch-physikalischen Grundlagen für quantitave Abschätzungen zu den wichtigsten Aspekten der Auslegung, des dynamischen Verhaltens und der Stoff- und Energieströme.
InhaltNeutronenphysikalische Grundlagen von Kernspaltung und Kettenreaktion. Thermodynamische Grundlagen von Kernreaktoren. Auslegung des Reaktorkerns. Einführung in das dynamische Verhalten von Kernreaktoren. Überblick über die wichtigsten Reaktortypen, Unterschied zwischen thermischen Reaktoren und Brutreaktoren. Aufbau und Betrieb von Kernkraftwerken mit Druck- und Siedewasserreaktoren, Rolle und Funktion der wichtigsten Sicherheitssysteme, Besonderheiten des Energieumwandlungsprozesses. Entwicklungstendenzen in der Reaktortechnik.
SkriptVorlesungsunterlagen werden verteilt. Vielfältiges Angebot an zusätzlicher Literatur und Informationen unter Link
LiteraturS. Glasston & A. Sesonke: Nuclear Reactor Engineering, Reactor System Engineering, Ed. 4, Vol. 2., Springer-Science+Business Media, B.V.

R. L. Murray: Nuclear Energy (Sixth Edition), An Introduction to the Concepts, Systems, and Applications of Nuclear Processes, Elsevier
151-0182-00LFundamentals of CFD MethodsW4 KP3GA. Haselbacher
KurzbeschreibungThis course is focused on providing students with the knowledge and understanding required to develop simple computational fluid dynamics (CFD) codes to solve the incompressible Navier-Stokes equations and to critically assess the results produced by CFD codes. As part of the course, students will write their own codes and verify and validate them systematically.
Lernziel1. Students know and understand basic numerical methods used in CFD in terms of accuracy and stability.
2. Students have a basic understanding of a typical simple CFD code.
3. Students understand how to assess the numerical and physical accuracy of CFD results.
Inhalt1. Governing and model equations. Brief review of equations and properties
2. Overview of basic concepts: Overview of discretization process and its consequences
3. Overview of numerical methods: Finite-difference and finite-volume methods
4. Analysis of spatially discrete equations: Consistency, accuracy, stability, convergence of semi-discrete methods
5. Time-integration methods: LMS and RK methods, consistency, accuracy, stability, convergence
6. Analysis of fully discrete equations: Consistency, accuracy, stability, convergence of fully discrete methods
7. Solution of one-dimensional advection equation: Motivation for and consequences of upwinding, Godunov's theorem, TVD methods, DRP methods
8. Solution of two-dimensional advection equation: Dimension-by-dimension methods, dimensional splitting, multidimensional methods
9. Solution of one- and two-dimensional diffusion equations: Implicit methods, ADI methods
10. Solution of one-dimensional advection-diffusion equation: Numerical vs physical viscosity, boundary layers, non-uniform grids
11. Solution of incompressible Navier-Stokes equations: Incompressibility constraint and consequences, fractional-step and pressure-correction methods
12. Solution of incompressible Navier-Stokes equations on unstructured grids
SkriptThe course is based mostly on notes developed by the instructor.
LiteraturLiterature: There is no required textbook. Suggested references are:
1. H.K. Versteeg and W. Malalasekera, An Introduction to Computational Fluid Dynamics, 2nd ed., Pearson Prentice Hall, 2007
2. R.H. Pletcher, J.C. Tannehill, and D. Anderson, Computational Fluid Mechanics and Heat Transfer, 3rd ed., Taylor & Francis, 2011
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesPrior knowledge of fluid dynamics, applied mathematics, basic numerical methods, and programming in Fortran and/or C++ (knowledge of MATLAB is *not* sufficient).
151-0185-00LRadiation Heat Transfer Information W4 KP2V + 1UA. Steinfeld, A. Z'Graggen
KurzbeschreibungAdvanced course in radiation heat transfer
LernzielFundamentals of radiative heat transfer and its applications. Examples are combustion and solar thermal/thermochemical processes, and other applications in the field of energy conversion and material processing.
Inhalt1. Einführung in die Wärmestrahlung: Elektromagnetisches Spektrum. Schwarzkörper und nicht-schwarze Oberflächen. Absorption. Emission. Reflektion. Kirchhoffsches Gesetz.

2. Strahlungsaustausch zwischen Oberflächen: Diffuse und spekulare Oberflächen. Graue und nicht-graue Oberflächen. Konfigurationsfaktoren. Hohlraumstrahlungstheorie.

3. Absorbierende, emittierende und streuende Medien: Extinktions-, Absorptions- und Streukoeffizienten. Optische Dicken. Gleichung für Strahlungsübertragung. Lösungsmethoden: z.B. "Monte-Carlo".

4. Anwendungen: Kavitäten. Selektive Oberflächen/Medien. Wärmestrahlung/Wärmeleitung/Konvektion.
SkriptCopy of the slides presented.
LiteraturR. Siegel, J.R. Howell, Thermal Radiation Heat Transfer, 3rd. ed., Taylor & Francis, New York, 2002.

M. Modest, Radiative Heat Transfer, Academic Press, San Diego, 2003.
151-0203-00LTurbomachinery Design Belegung eingeschränkt - Details anzeigen
Maximale Teilnehmerzahl: 20
W4 KP2V + 1UR. S. Abhari, N. Chokani, B. Ribi
KurzbeschreibungDie Vorlesung bietet eine Einführung in die Grundlagen und das Design von Turbomaschinen.
LernzielGrundlagen verstehen, und Designprozesse und Verhalten von Turbomaschinen lernen.
InhaltDiese Vorlesung beschreibt die Grundlagen des Designs von Turbomaschinen (Turbinen und Verdichtern). Dazu werden zunächst die theoretischen Grundlagen vertieft erarbeitet. Ausgehend von den thermodynamischen Grundlagen werden Verlustkorrelationen und -Mechanismen behandelt. Diese Grundlagen führen zu einem Verständnis des 3D Design der Turbomaschinen.
Im zweiten Teil der Vorlesung wird das Verhalten der Turbomaschinen bei veränderten Betriebsbedingungen dargestellt. Ebenfalls behandelt werden mechanische Fragestellungen des Turbomaschinenbaus wie z.B. Vibrationen, Lagerbelastungen und auftretende Spannungen in den Bauteilen.
SkriptVorlesungsunterlagen
151-0207-00LTheory and Modeling of Reactive FlowsW4 KP3GC. E. Frouzakis, I. Mantzaras
KurzbeschreibungThe course first reviews the governing equations and combustion chemistry, setting the ground for the analysis of homogeneous gas-phase mixtures, laminar diffusion and premixed flames. Catalytic combustion and its coupling with homogeneous combustion are dealt in detail, and turbulent combustion modeling approaches are presented. Available numerical codes will be used for modeling.
LernzielTheory of combustion with numerical applications
InhaltThe analysis of realistic reactive flow systems necessitates the use of detailed computer models that can be constructed starting from first principles i.e. thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, chemical kinetics, and heat
and mass transport. In this course, the focus will be on combustion theory and modeling. The reacting flow governing equations and the combustion chemistry are firstly reviewed, setting the ground for the analysis of
homogeneous gas-phase mixtures, laminar diffusion and premixed flames. Heterogeneous (catalytic) combustion, an area of increased importance in the last years, will be dealt in detail along with its coupling with homogeneous
combustion. Finally, approaches for the modeling of turbulent combustion will be presented. Available numerical codes will be used to compute the above described phenomena. Familiarity with numerical methods for the solution of partial differential equations is expected.
SkriptHandouts
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesNEW course
151-0213-00LFluid Dynamics with the Lattice Boltzmann MethodW4 KP3GI. Karlin
KurzbeschreibungThe course provides an introduction to theoretical foundations and practical usage of the Lattice Boltzmann Method for fluid dynamics simulations.
LernzielMethods like molecular dynamics, DSMC, lattice Boltzmann etc are being increasingly used by engineers all over and these methods require knowledge of kinetic theory and statistical mechanics which are traditionally not taught at engineering departments. The goal of this course is to give an introduction to ideas of kinetic theory and non-equilibrium thermodynamics with a focus on developing simulation algorithms and their realizations.

During the course, students will be able to develop a lattice Boltzmann code on their own. Practical issues about implementation and performance on parallel machines will be demonstrated hands on.

Central element of the course is the completion of a lattice Boltzmann code (using the framework specifically designed for this course).

The course will also include a review of topics of current interest in various fields of fluid dynamics, such as multiphase flows, reactive flows, microflows among others.

Optionally, we offer an opportunity to complete a project of student's choice as an alternative to the oral exam. Samples of projects completed by previous students will be made available.
InhaltThe course builds upon three parts:
I Elementary kinetic theory and lattice Boltzmann simulations introduced on simple examples.
II Theoretical basis of statistical mechanics and kinetic equations.
III Lattice Boltzmann method for real-world applications.

The content of the course includes:

1. Background: Elements of statistical mechanics and kinetic theory:
Particle's distribution function, Liouville equation, entropy, ensembles; Kinetic theory: Boltzmann equation for rarefied gas, H-theorem, hydrodynamic limit and derivation of Navier-Stokes equations, Chapman-Enskog method, Grad method, boundary conditions; mean-field interactions, Vlasov equation;
Kinetic models: BGK model, generalized BGK model for mixtures, chemical reactions and other fluids.

2. Basics of the Lattice Boltzmann Method and Simulations:
Minimal kinetic models: lattice Boltzmann method for single-component fluid, discretization of velocity space, time-space discretization, boundary conditions, forcing, thermal models, mixtures.

3. Hands on:
Development of the basic lattice Boltzmann code and its validation on standard benchmarks (Taylor-Green vortex, lid-driven cavity flow etc).

4. Practical issues of LBM for fluid dynamics simulations:
Lattice Boltzmann simulations of turbulent flows;
numerical stability and accuracy.

5. Microflow:
Rarefaction effects in moderately dilute gases; Boundary conditions, exact solutions to Couette and Poiseuille flows; micro-channel simulations.

6. Advanced lattice Boltzmann methods:
Entropic lattice Boltzmann scheme, subgrid simulations at high Reynolds numbers; Boundary conditions for complex geometries.

7. Introduction to LB models beyond hydrodynamics:
Relativistic fluid dynamics; flows with phase transitions.
SkriptLecture notes on the theoretical parts of the course will be made available.
Selected original and review papers are provided for some of the lectures on advanced topics.
Handouts and basic code framework for implementation of the lattice Boltzmann models will be provided.
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesThe course addresses mainly graduate students (MSc/Ph D) but BSc students can also attend.
151-0216-00LWind EnergyW4 KP2V + 1UN. Chokani
KurzbeschreibungThe objective of this course is to introduce the students to the fundamentals, technologies, modern day application, and economics of wind energy. These subjects are introduced through a discussion of the basic principles of wind energy generation and conversion, and a detailed description of the broad range of relevant technical, economic and environmental topics.
LernzielThe objective of this course is to introduce the students to the fundamentals, technologies, modern day application, and economics of wind energy.
InhaltThis mechanical engineering course focuses on the technical aspects of wind turbines; non-technical issues are not within the scope of this technically oriented course. On completion of this course, the student shall be able to conduct the preliminary aerodynamic and structural design of the wind turbine blades. The student shall also be more aware of the broad context of drivetrains, dynamics and control, electrical systems, and meteorology, relevant to all types of wind turbines.
151-0235-00LThermodynamics of Novel Energy Conversion TechnologiesW4 KP3GC. S. Sharma, D. Poulikakos, G. Sansavini
KurzbeschreibungIn the framework of this course we will look at a current electronic thermal and energy management strategies and novel energy conversion processes. The course will focus on component level fundamentals of these process and system level analysis of interactions among various energy conversion components.
LernzielThis course deals with liquid cooling based thermal management of electronics, reuse of waste heat and novel energy conversion and storage systems such as batteries, fuel cells and micro-fuel cells. The focus of the course is on the physics and basic understanding of those systems as well as their real-world applications. The course will also look at analysis of system level interactions between a range of energy conversion components.
InhaltPart 1: Fundamentals:
- Overview of exergy analysis, Single phase liquid cooling and micro-mixing;
- Thermodynamics of multi-component-systems (mixtures) and phase equilibrium;
- Electrochemistry;

Part 2: Applications:
- Basic principles of battery;
- Introduction to fuel cells;
- Reuse of waste heat from supercomputers
- Hotspot targeted cooling of microprocessors
- Microfluidic fuel cells

Part3: System- level analysis
- Integration of the components into the system: a case study
- Analysis of the coupled operations, identification of critical states
- Support to system-oriented design
SkriptLecture slides will be made available. Lecture notes will be available for some topics (in English).
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesThe course will be given in English:

1- Mid-term examination: Mid-term exam grade counts as 20% of the final grade.
2- Final exam: Written exam during the regular examination session. It counts as 80% of the final grade.
151-0243-00LNew Enterprises for Engineers Information
Findet dieses Semester nicht statt.
W4 KP3GR. S. Abhari
KurzbeschreibungTransforming Needs to opportunities for new technology enterprises.
- Links between entrepreneurship and product development/engineering.
- Sales, marketing, financing, and growth. Detailed Plans and execution.
- Survival through cash flow management.
- Human issues in new enterprise
- Alignment of interests.
- Transition of enterprises along growth path
- Link
LernzielTransforming Needs to Business Enterprises

Goals of the course:
- Propose the role of Needs-Driven Opportunities for new technology enterprises
- Explore links between entrepreneurship and engineering; such as problem solving, planning, system analysis, can-do attitude!
- Making it happen- through sales, marketing, planning, staffing, implementation, financing, and growth. Detailed Plans and execution
- Survival (and success) through cash flow management
- Explore the human issues in any new enterprise
- Alignment of interests between providers of value (founders and staff, VC’s) and the providers of capital (Angels, VC’s, Corporation)
- Transformations of enterprises along growth path
InhaltApproach:
Weekly lectures including discussions of international case studies
Exercises to develop and present modules of new plans
Extensive class interactions capped with presentation by each (group) student of new enterprise plan

Please see Link
SkriptCourse material will be communicated to the students prior to the start of each class for download.
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesThis course is primarily for engineering and natural science students at all levels who are interested in participating in the initiation or growth of a new enterprise. The new enterprise could be stand -alone start up or a new business unit for an existing enterprise.

The class is practical in nature but emphasizes the basic understanding of the parameters that significantly contribute to the success of a new enterprise. It will be highly interactive with special selected guests from Selected guests from; companies founder, venture capital and business angel, and large corporation executive. Class attendance and active participation is required.
151-0251-00LIC-Engines and Propulsion Systems I Belegung eingeschränkt - Details anzeigen
Maximale Teilnehmerzahl: 60
W4 KP2V + 1UK. Boulouchos, G. Georges, P. Kyrtatos
KurzbeschreibungEinführung in die Basiskonzepte/Kennfelder und Arbeitsverfahren von internen Verbrennungsmotoren. Thermodynamische Analyse und Design, Spülungsmethoden, Wärmeübertragungsmechanismen, turbulente Ströme in Brennräumen, Aufladesysteme für Verbrennungsmotor. Energiesystemischer Kontext von Verbrennungsmotoren: konventionelle und elektrifizierte Fahrzeugantriebe sowie dezentrale Energieversorgung
LernzielDie Studierenden lernen die Basiskonzepte des Verbrennungsmotors anhand der in der Kurzbeschreibung aufgeführten Themen. Das Wissen wird angewandt in verschiedenen Rechenübungen und in die Praxis gebracht bei zwei Laborübungen am Motorenprüfstand. Die Studierenden kriegen einen Einblick in alternative Antriebskonzepte.
Skriptauf Englisch
LiteraturJ. Heywood, Internal Combustion Engine Fundamentals, McGraw-Hill
151-0368-00LAeroelastikW4 KP2V + 1UF. Campanile
KurzbeschreibungEinführung in die Grundlagen und Methoden der Aeroelastik. Überblick über die wichtigsten statischen und dynamischen Phänomene, die aus der Kopplung zwischen Strukturkräften und aerodynamischen Lasten entstehen.
LernzielDie Vorlesung soll ein physikalisches Grundverständnis für gekoppelte Strömung-Struktur-Phänomene vermitteln. Ausserdem soll den Teilnehmern ein Überblick über die wichtigsten Phänomene der statischen und der dynamischen Aeroelastik gegeben werden, sowie eine Einführung in die entsprechenden Methoden zur mathematischen Beschreibung und zur Formulierung quantitativen Voraussagen.
InhaltElemente der Profilaerodynamik. Aeroelastische Divergenz am starren Streifenmodell. Aeroelastische Divergenz eines kontinuierlichen Flügels. Allgemeines über statische Aeroelastik.
Ruderwirksamkeit und -umkehr. Auswirkung der Flügelpfeilung auf statische aeroelastische Phänomene.
Grundelemente der instationären Aerodynamik.
Kinematik des Biegetorsionsflatterns. Dynamik des starren Flügelstreifenmodells. Dynamik des Biegetorsionsflatterns.
Einführung in die Modalanalyse
Einfühung in weitere Phänomene der dynamischen Aeroelastik.
LiteraturY. C. Fung, An Introduction to the Theory of Aeroelasticity, Dover Phoenix Editions.
151-0709-00LStochastic Methods for Engineers and Natural ScientistsW4 KP3GD. W. Meyer-Massetti, N. Noiray
KurzbeschreibungThe course provides an introduction into stochastic methods that are applicable for example for the description and modeling of turbulent and subsurface flows. Moreover, mathematical techniques are presented that are used to quantify uncertainty in various engineering applications.
LernzielBy the end of the course you should be able to mathematically describe random quantities and their effect on physical systems. Moreover, you should be able to develop basic stochastic models of such systems.
Inhalt- Probability theory, single and multiple random variables, mappings of random variables
- Stochastic differential equations, Ito calculus, PDF evolution equations
- Polynomial chaos and other expansion methods
All topics are illustrated with application examples from engineering.
SkriptDetailed lecture notes will be provided.
LiteraturSome textbooks related to the material covered in the course:
Stochastic Methods: A Handbook for the Natural and Social Sciences, Crispin Gardiner, Springer, 2010
The Fokker-Planck Equation: Methods of Solutions and Applications, Hannes Risken, Springer, 1996
Turbulent Flows, S.B. Pope, Cambridge University Press, 2000
Spectral Methods for Uncertainty Quantification, O.P. Le Maitre and O.M. Knio, Springer, 2010
151-0851-00LRobot Dynamics Information Belegung eingeschränkt - Details anzeigen W4 KP2V + 1UM. Hutter, R. Siegwart, T. Stastny
KurzbeschreibungWe will provide an overview on how to kinematically and dynamically model typical robotic systems such as robot arms, legged robots, rotary wing systems, or fixed wing.
LernzielThe primary objective of this course is that the student deepens an applied understanding of how to model the most common robotic systems. The student receives a solid background in kinematics, dynamics, and rotations of multi-body systems. On the basis of state of the art applications, he/she will learn all necessary tools to work in the field of design or control of robotic systems.
InhaltThe course consists of three parts: First, we will refresh and deepen the student's knowledge in kinematics, dynamics, and rotations of multi-body systems. In this context, the learning material will build upon the courses for mechanics and dynamics available at ETH, with the particular focus on their application to robotic systems. The goal is to foster the conceptual understanding of similarities and differences among the various types of robots. In the second part, we will apply the learned material to classical robotic arms as well as legged systems and discuss kinematic constraints and interaction forces. In the third part, focus is put on modeling fixed wing aircraft, along with related design and control concepts. In this context, we also touch aerodynamics and flight mechanics to an extent typically required in robotics. The last part finally covers different helicopter types, with a focus on quadrotors and the coaxial configuration which we see today in many UAV applications. Case studies on all main topics provide the link to real applications and to the state of the art in robotics.
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesThe contents of the following ETH Bachelor lectures or equivalent are assumed to be known: Mechanics and Dynamics, Control, Basics in Fluid Dynamics.
151-0911-00LIntroduction to PlasmonicsW4 KP2V + 1UD. J. Norris
KurzbeschreibungThis course provides fundamental knowledge of surface plasmon polaritons and discusses their applications in plasmonics.
LernzielElectromagnetic oscillations known as surface plasmon polaritons have many unique properties that are useful across a broad set of applications in biology, chemistry, physics, and optics. The field of plasmonics has arisen to understand the behavior of surface plasmon polaritons and to develop applications in areas such as catalysis, imaging, photovoltaics, and sensing. In particular, metallic nanoparticles and patterned metallic interfaces have been developed to utilize plasmonic resonances. The aim of this course is to provide the basic knowledge to understand and apply the principles of plasmonics. The course will strive to be approachable to students from a diverse set of science and engineering backgrounds.
InhaltFundamentals of Plasmonics
- Basic electromagnetic theory
- Optical properties of metals
- Surface plasmon polaritons on surfaces
- Surface plasmon polariton propagation
- Localized surface plasmons

Applications of Plasmonics
- Waveguides
- Extraordinary optical transmission
- Enhanced spectroscopy
- Sensing
- Metamaterials
SkriptClass notes and handouts
LiteraturS. A. Maier, Plasmonics: Fundamentals and Applications, 2007, Springer
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesPhysics I, Physics II
151-0917-00LMass TransferW4 KP2V + 2UR. Büchel, S. E. Pratsinis
KurzbeschreibungDiese Vorlesung behandelt Grundlagen der Transportvorgänge, wobei das Hauptaugenmerk auf dem Stofftransport liegt. Die physikalische Bedeutung der Grundgesetze des Stofftransports wird dargestellt und quantitativ beschrieben. Des weiteren wird die Anwendung dieser Prinzipien am Beispiel relevanter ingenieurtechnischer Problemstellungen aufgezeigt.
LernzielDiese Vorlesung behandelt Grundlagen der Transportvorgänge, wobei das Hauptaugenmerk auf dem Stofftransport liegt. Die physikalische Bedeutung der Grundgesetze des Stofftransports wird dargestellt und quantitativ beschrieben. Des weiteren wird die Anwendung dieser Prinzipien am Beispiel relevanter ingenieurtechnischer Problemstellungen aufgezeigt.
InhaltFicksche Gesetze; Anwendungen und Bedeutung von Stofftransport; Vergleich von Fickschen Gesetzen mit Newtonschen und Fourierschen Gesetzen; Herleitung des zweiten Fickschen Gesetzes; Diffusion in verdünnten und konzentrierten Lösungen; Rotierende Scheibe; Dispersion; Diffusionskoeffizient, Gasviskosität und Leitfähigkeit (Pr und Sc); Brownsche Bewegung; Stokes-Einstein-Gleichung; Stofftransportkoeffizienten (Nu und Sh-Zahlen); Stoffaustausch über Grenzflächen; Reynolds- und Chilton-Colburn-Analogien für Impuls-, Wärme- und Stofftransport in turbulenten Strömungen; Film-, Penetrations- und Oberflächenerneuerungstheorien; Gleichzeitiger Transport von Stoff und Wärme oder Impuls (Grenzschichten); Homogene und heterogene, reversible und irreversible. Anwendungen Reaktionen; "Diffusionskontrollierte" Reaktionen; Stofftransport und heterogene Reaktion erster Ordnung.
LiteraturCussler, E.L.: "Diffusion", 2nd edition, Cambridge University Press, 1997.
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesEs werden 2 Tests zur Vertiefung des Lernstoffs angeboten. Die Teilnahme ist obligatorisch.
151-0927-00LRate-Controlled Separations in Fine ChemistryW4 KP3GM. Mazzotti
KurzbeschreibungDie Studenten sollen einen vertieften Einblick in die Grundlagen der Trennverfahren erhalten, die in modernen Life Sciences Prozessen - spez. Feinchemie und Biotechnologie - zur Anwendung kommen.
LernzielDie Studenten sollen einen vertieften Einblick in die Grundlagen der Trennverfahren erhalten, die in modernen Life Sciences Prozessen - spez. Feinchemie und Biotechnologie - zur Anwendung kommen.
InhaltThe class covers separation techniques that are central in the purification and downstream processing of chemicals and bio-pharmaceuticals. Examples from both areas illustrate the utility of the methods: 1) Liquid-liquid extraction; 2) Adsorption and chromatography; 3) Membrane processes; 4) Crystallization and precipitation.
SkriptBeilagen in der Vorlesung
LiteraturBücher werden in der Vorlesung besprochen
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesBesonderes: Teile der Vorlesung werden in Englisch gehalten.

Voraussetzungen: Thermische Verfahrenstechnik I (151-0926-00) und Mathematische Methoden in den Chemieingenieurwissenschaften (151-0940-00)
151-0933-00LSeminar on Advanced Separation Processes Belegung eingeschränkt - Details anzeigen Z0 KP1SM. Mazzotti
KurzbeschreibungResearch seminar for master's students and doctoral students
LernzielResearch seminar for master's students and doctoral students
151-0951-00LProcess Design and SafetyW4 KP2V + 1UP. Rudolf von Rohr
KurzbeschreibungDesign von Verfahren und Sicherheit beinhaltet die Grundlagen der Konstruktion und des Baus verfahrenstechnischer Anlagen und Apparate
LernzielVermitteln der Grundlagen zur verfahrenstechnischen Dimensionierung von wichtigen Komponenten und Apparaten
InhaltGrundlagen des Anlagen-/Apparatebaus; Werkstoffe in der Verfahrenstechnik, Mechanische Dimensionierung und Vorschriften; Förderorgane; Rohrleitungen, Armaturen; Sicherheit bei verfahrenstechnischen Systemen
SkriptEnglisches Skript verfügbar
LiteraturCoulson and Richardson's: Chemical Engineering , Vol 6: Chemical Engineering Design, (1996)
151-1116-00LEinführung in Flug- und FahrzeugaerodynamikW4 KP3GJ. Wildi
KurzbeschreibungFlugzeugaerodynamik: Atmosphäre; Aerodynamische Kräfte (Auftrieb: Profile, Flügel. Widerstand: Restwiderstand, induzierter Widerstand);Schub.
Fahrzeugaerodynamik: Grundlagen: Luft- und Massenkräfte, Widerstand , Auftrieb. Aerodynamik und Fahrleistungen. Personenwagen; Nutzfahrzeuge; Rennfahrzeuge.
LernzielEinführung in die Grundlagen und Zusammenhänge der Flugzeug- und Fahrzeugaerodynamik vermitteln.
Grundlegende Zusammenhänge der Entstehung aerodynamischer Kräfte (insbesondere Auftrieb, Widerstand) verstehen und diese für einfache Konfigurationen von Flugzeugen und Fahrzeugen berechnen können. Den Einfluss der Formgebung von Flugzeug- und Fahrzeugkomponenten auf die Grösse der aerodynamischen Kräfte erklären können. An Beispielen die wesentlichen Probleme und Resultate illustrieren.
Möglichkeiten und Grenzen experimenteller und theoretischer Verfahren zeigen.
InhaltFlugzeugaerodynamik: Atmosphäre; Aerodynamische Kräfte (Auftrieb: Profile, Flügel. Widerstand: Restwiderstand, induzierter Widerstand);Schub (Übersicht der Antriebssysteme, Aerodynamik des Propellers), Einführung in statische Längsstabilität.

Fahrzeugaerodynamik: Grundlagen: Luft- und Massenkräfte, Widerstand , Auftrieb. Aerodynamik und Fahrleistungen. Personenwagen; Nutzfahrzeuge; Rennfahrzeuge
Skript1.) Grundlagen der Flugtechnik
2.) Einführung in die Fahrzeugaerodynamik
LiteraturFlugtechnik:
- Anderson Jr, John D: Introduction to Flight, Mc Graw Hill, Ed 06, 2007; ISBN: 9780073529394
- Mc Cormick, B.W.: Aerodynamics, Aeronautics and Flight Mechanics, John Wiley and Sons, 1979
- Wilcox, David C, Basic Fluid Mechanics. DCW Industries, Inc., 1997
- Schlichting,H. und truckenbrodt, E: Aerodynamik des Flugzeuges (Bd I und II), Springer Verlag, 1960
- Abbott, I. and van Doenhoff, A.: Theory of Wing Sections, McGraw-Hill Book Company, Inc., 1949
- Hoerner, S.F.: Fluid Dynamic Drag, Hoerner Fluid Dynamics, 1951/1965
- Hoerner, S.F.: Fluid Dynamic Lift, Hoerner Fluid Dynamics, 1975
- Perkins, C.D. and Hage, R.E.: Airplane Performance, Stability and Control, John Wiley ans Sons, 1949

Fahrzeugaerodynamik
- Hucho, Wolf-Heinrich: Aerodynamik des Automobils, VDI Verlag, 1994
- Gillespi, Thomas D: Fundamentals of Vehicle Dynamics, SAE, 1992
- Katz Joseph: New Directions in Race Car Aerodynamics, Robert Bentley Publishers, 1995
101-0187-00LStructural Reliability and Risk Analysis Information W3 KP2GB. Sudret
KurzbeschreibungStructural reliability aims at quantifying the probability of failure of systems due to uncertainties in their design, manufacturing and environmental conditions. Risk analysis combines this information with the consequences of failure in view of optimal decision making. The course presents the underlying probabilistic modelling and computational methods for reliability and risk assessment.
LernzielThe goal of this course is to provide the students with a thorough understanding of the key concepts behind structural reliability and risk analysis. After this course the students will have refreshed their knowledge of probability theory and statistics to model uncertainties in view of engineering applications. They will be able to analyze the reliability of a structure and to use risk assessment methods for decision making under uncertain conditions. They will be aware of the state-of-the-art computational methods and software in this field.
InhaltEngineers are confronted every day to decision making under limited amount of information and uncertain conditions. When designing new structures and systems, the design codes such as SIA or Euro- codes usually provide a framework that guarantees safety and reliability. However the level of safety is not quantified explicitly, which does not allow the analyst to properly choose between design variants and evaluate a total cost in case of failure. In contrast, the framework of risk analysis allows one to incorporate the uncertainty in decision making.

The first part of the course is a reminder on probability theory that is used as a main tool for reliability and risk analysis. Classical concepts such as random variables and vectors, dependence and correlation are recalled. Basic statistical inference methods used for building a probabilistic model from the available data, e.g. the maximum likelihood method, are presented.

The second part is related to structural reliability analysis, i.e. methods that allow one to compute probabilities of failure of a given system with respect to prescribed criteria. The framework of reliability analysis is first set up. Reliability indices are introduced together with the first order-second moment method (FOSM) and the first order reliability method (FORM). Methods based on Monte Carlo simulation are then reviewed and illustrated through various examples. By-products of reliability analysis such as sensitivity measures and partial safety coefficients are derived and their links to structural design codes is shown. The reliability of structural systems is also introduced as well as the methods used to reassess existing structures based on new information.

The third part of the course addresses risk assessment methods. Techniques for the identification of hazard scenarios and their representation by fault trees and event trees are described. Risk is defined with respect to the concept of expected utility in the framework of decision making. Elements of Bayesian decision making, i.e. pre-, post and pre-post risk assessment methods are presented.

The course also includes a tutorial using the UQLab software dedicated to real world structural reliability analysis.
SkriptSlides of the lectures are available online every week. A printed version of the full set of slides is proposed to the students at the beginning of the semester.
LiteraturAng, A. and Tang, W.H, Probability Concepts in Engineering - Emphasis on Applications to Civil and Environmental Engineering, 2nd Edition, John Wiley & Sons, 2007.

S. Marelli, R. Schöbi, B. Sudret, UQLab user manual - Structural reliability (rare events estimation), Report UQLab-V0.92-107.
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesBasic course on probability theory and statistics
101-0499-00LGrundlagen der LuftfahrtW4 KP3GP. Wild
KurzbeschreibungEs werden wesentliche Prinzipien der Luftfahrt erlernt und auch einfache interdisziplinäre Anwendungen erarbeitet.
Mit Themen wie Aerodynamik, Airlines, Airports, Lufträume, ATC, Maintenance, Business Aviation, Geschäftsmodelle etc. wird vor allem die Breite des Themas berücksichtigt , um so eine gute Übersicht zur Luftfahrt zu erhalten.
LernzielWesentliche Grundlagen, Prinzipien und Zusammenhänge in der breiteren Luftfahrt verstehen und erklären können.
Die Basis legen, um bei einem Luftfahrtbetrieb und einem luftfahrtnahen Betrieb den Einstieg zu finden.
Ideale Grundlage auch für Aviation II - Management of Air Transport
InhaltWöchentlich: 1h selbständige Vorbereitung; 2h Vorlesung und 1 h Übung mit einem Dozenten aus dem Fachbereich

Gesamtkonzept: Diese Modul wird als Aviation I unterrichtet. Ein Fortsetzungsmodul wird zurzeit geprüft.

Luftverkehr als Teil des Gesamtverkehrs; Aerodynamik; Flugzeugsysteme; Flug-Operation; Luftrecht; Flugzeug Hersteller & Unterhaltsbetriebe; Flughafen Operation & Planung; Zoll, Grenzwacht & Sicherheit; Flugsicherung & Lufträume; Luftfracht; Allgemeine zivile (Klein-)Luftfahrt; Geschäftsfliegerei; Geschäftsmodelle der Airlinebranche; Militärische Luftfahrt.

Exkursion: Die VL beinhaltet eine Führung am Flughafen Zürich (Gepäcksortierungsanlage, Vorfeld & ATC Tower).

Prüfung: Schriftlich 60 min, open books (Prüfung in Deutsch; Antworten können auch in Englisch gegeben werden)
SkriptFolien werden vor jeder Vorlesung verteilt
LiteraturLiteratur wird vor jeder Vorlesung zur Verfügung gestellt
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesEs werden auch englische Texte verwendet
227-0455-00LTerahertz: Technology & ApplicationsW3 KP2VK. Sankaran
KurzbeschreibungThis course will provide a solid foundation for understanding physical principles of THz applications. We will discuss various building blocks of THz technology - components dealing with generation, manipulation, and detection of THz electromagnetic radiation. We will introduce THz applications in the domain of imaging, communications, and energy harvesting.
LernzielThis is an introductory course on Terahertz (THz) technology and applications. Devices operating in THz frequency range (0.1 to 10 THz) have been increasingly studied in the recent years. Progress in nonlinear optical materials, ultrafast optical and electronic techniques has strengthened research in THz application developments. Due to unique interaction of THz waves with materials, applications with new capabilities can be developed. In theory, they can penetrate somewhat like X-rays, but are not considered harmful radiation, because THz energy level is low. They should be able to provide resolution as good or better than magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), possibly with simpler equipment. Imaging, very-high bandwidth communication, and energy harvesting are the most widely explored THz application areas. We will study the basics of THz generation, manipulation, and detection. Our emphasis will be on the physical principles and applications of THz in the domain of imaging, communication and energy harvesting.
InhaltINTRODUCTION
Chapter 1: Introduction to THz Physics
Chapter 2: Components of THz Technology

THz TECHNOLOGY MODULES
Chapter 3: THz Generation
Chapter 4: THz Detection
Chapter 5: THz Manipulation

APPLICATIONS
Chapter 6: THz Imaging
Chapter 7: THz Communication
Chapter 8: THz Energy Harvesting
Literatur- Yun-Shik Lee, Principles of Terahertz Science and Technology, Springer 2009
- Ali Rostami, Hassan Rasooli, and Hamed Baghban, Terahertz Technology: Fundamentals and Applications, Springer 2010

Whenever we deviate from the main material discussed in these books, softcopy of lectures notes will be provided.
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesGood foundation in electromagnetics & knowledge of microwave or optical communication is helpful.
227-0950-00LAkustik Information Z0 KP0.5KK. Heutschi
KurzbeschreibungVorträge externer Referenten zu aktuellen Themen der Akustik.
Lernzielsiehe oben
529-0193-00LRenewable Energy Technologies I
Die Lerneinheiten Renewable Energy Technologies I (529-0193-00L, im HS) und Renewable Energy Technologies II (529-0191-01L, im FS) können unabhängig voneinander besucht werden.
W4 KP3GA. Wokaun, A. Steinfeld
KurzbeschreibungScenarios for world energy demand and CO2 emissions, implications for climate. Methods for the assessment of energy chains. Potential and technology of renewable energies: Biomass (heat, electricity, biofuels), solar energy (low temp. heat, solar thermal and photovoltaic electricity, solar chemistry). Wind and ocean energy, heat pumps, geothermal energy, energy from waste. CO2 sequestration.
LernzielScenarios for the development of world primary energy consumption are introduced. Students know the potential and limitations of renewable energies for reducing CO2 emissions, and their contribution towards a future sustainable energy system that respects climate protection goals.
InhaltScenarios for the development of world energy consumption, energy intensity and economic development. Energy conversion chains, primary energy sources and availability of raw materials. Methods for the assessment of energy systems, ecological balances and life cycle analysis of complete energy chains. Biomass: carbon reservoirs and the carbon cycle, energetic utilisation of biomass, agricultural production of energy carriers, biofuels. Solar energy: solar collectors, solar-thermal power stations, solar chemistry, photovoltaics, photochemistry. Wind energy, wind power stations. Ocean energy (tides, waves). Geothermal energy: heat pumps, hot steam and hot water resources, hot dry rock (HDR) technique. Energy recovery from waste. Greenhouse gas mitigation, CO2 sequestration, chemical bonding of CO2. Consequences of human energy use for ecological systems, atmosphere and climate.
SkriptLecture notes will be distributed electronically during the course.
Literatur- Kaltschmitt, M., Wiese, A., Streicher, W.: Erneuerbare Energien (Springer, 2003)

- Tester, J.W., Drake, E.M., Golay, M.W., Driscoll, M.J., Peters, W.A.: Sustainable Energy - Choosing Among Options (MIT Press, 2005)

- G. Boyle, Renewable Energy: Power for a sustainable futureOxford University Press, 3rd ed., 2012, ISBN: 978-0-19-954533-9

-V. Quaschning, Renewable Energy and Climate ChangeWiley- IEEE, 2010, ISBN: 978-0-470-74707-0, 9781119994381 (online)
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesFundamentals of chemistry, physics and thermodynamics are a prerequisite for this course.

Topics are available to carry out a Project Work (Semesterarbeit) on the contents of this course.
636-0001-00LSeparations in Biotechnology and Bioprocess EconomyW6 KP3GS. Panke
KurzbeschreibungSeparations play an integral part of any biotechnological process. This course aims at enabling students specifically with a chemistry/biology background to select & roughly design suitable separation processes for typical biotechnological products such as monoclonal antibodies, antibiotics, and fine chemicals and at providing a basic set of purification operations & judge on process economy.
LernzielStudents should be able to select for a given biotechnological product a suitable set of purification operations and judge on process economy.
InhaltIntroduction – membrane operations – adsorption and chromatography – crystallization – overall process economics –
SkriptHandouts during course
636-0507-00LSynthetic Biology II Belegung eingeschränkt - Details anzeigen W4 KP4AS. Panke, Y. Benenson, J. Stelling
Kurzbeschreibung7 months biological design project, during which the students are required to give presentations on advanced topics in synthetic biology (specifically genetic circuit design) and then select their own biological system to design. The system is subsequently modeled, analyzed, and experimentally implemented. Results are presented at an international student competition at the MIT (Cambridge).
LernzielThe students are supposed to acquire a deep understanding of the process of biological design including model representation of a biological system, its thorough analysis, and the subsequent experimental implementation of the system and the related problems.
InhaltPresentations on advanced synthetic biology topics (eg genetic circuit design, adaptation of systems dynamics, analytical concepts, large scale de novo DNA synthesis), project selection, modeling of selected biological system, design space exploration, sensitivity analysis, conversion into DNA sequence, (DNA synthesis external,) implementation and analysis of design, summary of results in form of scientific presentation and poster, presentation of results at the iGEM international student competition (Link).
SkriptHandouts during course
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesThe final presentation of the project is typically at the MIT (Cambridge, US). Other competing schools include regularly Imperial College, Cambridge University, Harvard University, UC Berkeley, Princeton Universtiy, CalTech, etc.

This project takes place between end of Spring Semester and beginning of Autumn Semester. Registration in April.

Please note that the number of ECTS credits and the actual work load are disconnected.
Mechanics, Materials, Structures
NummerTitelTypECTSUmfangDozierende
151-0104-00LUncertainty Quantification for Engineering & Life Sciences Belegung eingeschränkt - Details anzeigen
Findet dieses Semester nicht statt.
Number of participants limited to 60.
W4 KP3GP. Koumoutsakos
KurzbeschreibungQuantification of uncertainties in computational models pertaining to applications in engineering and life sciences. Exploitation of massively available data to develop computational models with quantifiable predictive capabilities. Applications of Uncertainty Quantification and Propagation to problems in mechanics, control, systems and cell biology.
LernzielThe course will teach fundamental concept of Uncertainty Quantification and Propagation (UQ+P) for computational models of systems in Engineering and Life Sciences. Emphasis will be placed on practical and computational aspects of UQ+P including the implementation of relevant algorithms in multicore architectures.
InhaltTopics that will be covered include: Uncertainty quantification under
parametric and non-parametric modelling uncertainty, Bayesian inference with model class assessment, Markov Chain Monte Carlo simulation, prior and posterior reliability analysis.
SkriptThe class will be largely based on the book: Data Analysis: A Bayesian Tutorial by Devinderjit Sivia as well as on class notes and related literature that will be distributed in class.
Literatur1. Data Analysis: A Bayesian Tutorial by Devinderjit Sivia
2. Probability Theory: The Logic of Science by E. T. Jaynes
3. Class Notes
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesFundamentals of Probability, Fundamentals of Computational Modeling
151-0107-20LHigh Performance Computing for Science and Engineering (HPCSE) IW4 KP4GM. Troyer, P. Chatzidoukas
KurzbeschreibungThis course gives an introduction into algorithms and numerical methods for parallel computing for multi and many-core architectures and for applications from problems in science and engineering.
LernzielIntroduction to HPC for scientists and engineers
Fundamental of:
1. Parallel Computing Architectures
2. MultiCores
3. ManyCores
InhaltProgramming models and languages:
1. C++ threading (2 weeks)
2. OpenMP (4 weeks)
3. MPI (5 weeks)

Computers and methods:
1. Hardware and architectures
2. Libraries
3. Particles: N-body solvers
4. Fields: PDEs
5. Stochastics: Monte Carlo
SkriptLink
Class notes, handouts
151-0317-00LVisualization, Simulation and Interaction - Virtual Reality IIW4 KP3GA. Kunz
KurzbeschreibungThis lecture provides deeper knowledge on the possible applications of virtual reality, its basic technolgy, and future research fields. The goal is to provide a strong knowledge on Virtual Reality for a possible future use in business processes.
LernzielVirtual Reality can not only be used for the visualization of 3D objects, but also offers a wide application field for small and medium enterprises (SME). This could be for instance an enabling technolgy for net-based collaboration, the transmission of images and other data, the interaction of the human user with the digital environment, or the use of augmented reality systems.
The goal of the lecture is to provide a deeper knowledge of today's VR environments that are used in business processes. The technical background, the algorithms, and the applied methods are explained more in detail. Finally, future tasks of VR will be discussed and an outlook on ongoing international research is given.
InhaltIntroduction into Virtual Reality; basisc of augmented reality; interaction with digital data, tangible user interfaces (TUI); basics of simulation; compression procedures of image-, audio-, and video signals; new materials for force feedback devices; intorduction into data security; cryptography; definition of free-form surfaces; digital factory; new research fields of virtual reality
SkriptThe handout is available in German and English.
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesPrerequisites:
"Visualization, Simulation and Interaction - Virtual Reality I" is recommended.

Didactical concept:
The course consists of lectures and exercises.
151-0349-00LBetriebsfestigkeitW4 KP3GM. Guillaume, R. E. Koller
KurzbeschreibungMaterialermüdung spielt bei Leichtbau-Konstruktionen eine zentrale Rolle. Dies betrifft alle Applikationen, bei denen schwingende Belastungen auf Bauteile und Strukturen einwirken. In der Vorlesung werden die wichtigen Verfahren zur Analyse der Betriebsfestigkeit vorgestellt. Dies beginnt beim konventionellen Dauerfestigkeitsnachweis und endet bei der Anwendung der Schadenstoleranz-Philosophie.
LernzielZiele der Vorlesung

Die wichtigsten Begriffe und Phänomene der Betriebsfestigkeit und der Materialermüdung sollen eingeführt und an Beispielen aus der Praxis veranschaulicht werden. Die Methoden zur Berechnung der Dauerfestigkeit, Zeitfestigkeit, Rissinitiation und des Risswachstums werden diskutiert. Die Vorlesung soll aufzeigen wie die Probleme in der Praxis gelöst werden.
Die Beispiele der ICE Katastrophe bei Eschede oder die Probleme des Combino Trams zeigen, dass das Thema hoch aktuell ist. Leichtbaustrukturen müssen im Flug- und Fahrzeugbereich auf Ermüdung dimensioniert werden. Die statische Auslegung genügt heute nicht mehr und führt sehr oft zu Überraschungen im Betrieb mit hohen Kostenfolgen.
Primärbauteile moderner Flugzeuge wie der Airbus A380 oder A400M sind heute auf Risswachstum mittels Schadenstoleranz Philosophie ausgelegt.
Die Betriebsfestigkeit und Materialermüdung erfordert ein breites Wissen über Werkstoffe, Betriebslasten, Fertigung sowie Analyse und Test Verfahren. Es ist ein hoch interdisziplinäres Arbeitsgebiet. Hierzu sollen die wichtigsten Werkzeuge und Verfahren vermittelt werden.
Inhalt1. EINFÜHRUNG, ÜBERSICHT, MOTIVATION
1.1 Einleitung (Allgemeines und Historisches) (Schijve; Chapter 1)
1.2 Normen und Richtlinien
1.3 Schadenfallbeispiele
• Comet-Absturz (Druckzyklen, Spannungskonzentration)
• Aloha-Vorfall auf Hawaii (Multiple site damage)
• Unfall einer Einseil-Umlaufbahn (Reibkorrosion an Umlenkscheibenwelle)
• ICE-Unfall (Radreifenbruch)
1.4 Vorführungen:
• DVD "MTW Materialermüdung (1995, 21')",
• DVD "F/A-18 Full Scale Fatigue Test (2004, 12')",
• DVD "Sicherheit von Seilbahnen (1996, 7')" mit anschl. Diskussion

2. BEANSPRUCHUNG
2.1 Betriebsfestigkeitsübersicht
2.2 Bedeutung von Betriebsbeanspruchungen
2.3 Zeitliche Verläufe (Schijve; Chapter 9)
2.4 Begriffsdefinitionen (Schijve; Chapter 9)
2.5 Erfassung von Betriebsbeanspruchungen (Schijve; Chapter 9)
2.6 Zählverfahren (Schijve; Chapter 9)
2.7 Häufigkeitsverteilungen oder Kollektive (Schijve; Chapter 9)
2.8 Einfluss der Kollektivform
2.9 Design Spektren (Schijve; Chapter 13)

3. WERKSTOFF
3.1 Betriebsfestigkeitsübersicht
3.2 Kennwertermittlung im Schwingversuch (Schijve; Chapter 13)
3.3 Schwingfestigkeitskennwerte (Schijve; Chapter 6)
3.4 Wöhler-Diagramm (Schijve; Chapter 6, 7)
3.5 Streuung von Schwingfestigkeitskennwerten (Schijve; Chapter 12)
3.6 Mittelspannungseinfluss (Schijve; Chapter 6)
3.7 Versagensmechanismen & Materialwahl (Schijve; Chapter 2)
3.8 Umgebungsbedingungen (Schijve; Chapter 16, 17)
3.9 Spezifische Kennwerte (Schijve; Chapter 6)

4. BAUTEIL
4.1 Betriebsfestigkeitsübersicht
4.2 Kerben (Schijve; Chapter 3, 7)
4.3 Eigenspannungen (Schijve; Chapter 4)
4.4 Grösseneinfluss
4.5 Oberflächenbeschaffenheit und Randschichten (Schijve; Chapter 7, 14)
4.6 Reibkorrosion (Fretting) (Schijve; Chapter 15)
4.7 Zusammenfassung der Verfahren zur Schwingfestigkeitssteigerung (Schijve; Chapter 14)

5. SICHERHEITSBEIWERT (Schijve; Chapter 19)

6. BETRIEBSFESTIGKEITSNACHWEIS
6.1 Betriebsfestigkeitsübersicht
6.2 Konzepte zur Lebensdauervorhersage
6.3 Dauerfestigkeitsnachweis
6.4 Zeitfestigkeitsnachweis nach dem Nennspannungskonzept (Schijve; Chapter 10)
6.5 Örtliches Konzept (Schijve; Chapter 10)
6.6 Bruchmechanikkonzept (Schijve; Chapter 5, 8, 11)
6.7 Treffsicherheit der Konzepte zur Abschätzung der Lebensdauer

7. KONZEPTE DER STRUKTURINTEGRITÄT
7.1 Safe Life Design (Mirage III, Pressure Vessel)
7.2 Fail Safe Design (moderner Flugzeugbau)
7.3 Damage Tolerance (Ansatz gemäss US Air Force Philosophie)
7.4 Design Philosophie beim F/A-18
7.5 Zusammenfassung

8. EXPERIMENTELLE BETRIEBSFESTIGKEIT
8.1. Bei interessanten, aktuellen Versuchen Laborbesichtigung an der Empa
SkriptSämtliche Kapitel der in der Vorlesung verwendeten PowerPoint Präsentationen werden am ersten Vorlesungstag zu einem Preis von CHF 20.- abgegeben.
LiteraturEmpfohlene Bücher zur Begleitung der Vorlesung:

Schijve, Jaap
Fatigue of Structures and Materials
Springer Verlag, Berlin, ISBN 978-1-4020-6807-2 (Hardcover)

Broek, David
The Practical Use of Fracture Mechanics
Springer Netherlands, ISBN 978-90-247-3707-9 (Hardcover)
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesJe nach Aktualität von Ermüdungsversuchen kann ein Besuch der Empa in Dübendorf angeboten werden.
151-0353-00LMechanics of Composite Materials Information W4 KP2V + 1UG. Kress
KurzbeschreibungThe course Mechanics of Composite Materials is dedicated to modeling problems following from the complex mechanical behavior of these anisotropic material structures. and modeling of continuous fibre reinforced composites. Participants will be able to design parts for the mechanical, automotive and aerospace industry.
LernzielUnderstanding of the mechanical properties of fiber reinforced composites with regard to analysis and design of lightweight structures for mechanical, transportation and aerospace applications.
Inhalt1. Introduction and Elastic Anisotropy
2. Laminate Theory
3. Thick-Walled Laminates and Interlaminar Stresses
4. Edge Effects at Multidirectional Laminates
5. Micromechanics
6. Failure Hypotheses and Damage Predictction
7. Fatigue Response
8. Joining and Bonding Techniques
9. Sandwich Designs
SkriptManuscript and handouts in printed form and as PDF-files:
Link
LiteraturThe lecture material is covered by the script and further literature is referenced in there.
151-0357-00LSeilbahnenW4 KP3GG. Kovacs
KurzbeschreibungSeilbahnen sind Verkehrsmittel, bei denen Seile als Zugorgan oder/und Fahrbahn für Fahrzeuge dienen. Diese werden dort eingesetzt, wo herkömmliche Systeme aufgrund des unwegsamen Untergrundes (alpines Gelände) unverhältnismässig hohe Kosten verursachen würden. Seilbahnen sind grundsätzlich sehr umwelt-freundlich und bieten eine hohe Sicherheit.
LernzielSeilbahnen stellen ein ausgedehntes mechanisches System dar welche aufgrund ihrer vorgesehenen Ein-satzorte meist schwierigen meteorologischen sowie topografischen Bedingungen ausgesetzt sind. Damit die geforderte Sicherheit und Zuverlässigkeit der Anlage gewährleistet werden kann unterliegen die Komponen-ten und deren Zusammenspiel im System hohen funktionellen Anforderungen. Dies ist speziell im Hinblick auf die relativ grossen Entfernungen (2-4 km) der einzelnen Baugruppen zu sehen.
Die angebotene Vorlesung mit Übungen bietet eine hervorragende Gelegenheit um die erlernten Grundlagen der Mechanik und des Maschinenbaus im Anlagebau anzuwenden. Es werden nicht nur die Funktion und die Festigkeit von einzelnen Komponenten sondern auch deren z.T. auch komplexe Wechselwirkung behandelt, welche für das reibungslose und sichere Beitreiben der Anlage zwingend sind. Dazu gehört auch die Ver-mittlung von Grundlagen zur Projektierung und Auslegung sowie Berechnung des Systems mit ausgeprägt interdisziplinärem Charakter. Für den Hersteller einer Seilbahnanlage stellt die Integration von Baugruppen bestehend aus sehr unterschiedlichen Technologien immer wieder eine besondere Herausforderung dar. Deshalb hat die Methodik für den Umgang mit dieser typischen Ingenieur-Aufgabe einen hohen Stellenwert und ist ein wesentlicher Inhalt der vorliegenden Vorlesung.
InhaltSeilbahnen und Seilkrane; Bauarten und Anwendungsgebiete. Anwendung von Mechanik Grundlagen auf dem Gebiet der Anlage-(System)technik, Schweiz. Bau- und Betriebsvorschriften, Planung und Anlagen mit spezieller Berücksichtigung von Betrieb und Umwelt: Drahtseile (Aufbau, Berechnung, Schäden, Kontrolle), Antriebe, Bremsen, Fahrzeuge, Streckenbauten. Berechnung der Tragseile mit Gewichtspannung und mit beidseitiger fixer Verankerung. Exkursionen.
SkriptSEILBAHNEN I
151-0360-00LMethoden der StrukturanalyseW4 KP2V + 1UG. Kress
KurzbeschreibungDie Grundlagen der Strukturauslegung werden nach den Kriterien der Festigkeit, der Stabilität, der Ermüdungsauslegung und der elasto-plastischen Strukturanalyse behandelt.
Strukturtheorien (für eindimensionalen und zweidimensionalen Tragwerke) werden auf der Basis der Energie sätze präsentiert.
LernzielErweiterung der Grundlagen zur Behandlung strukturmechanischer Auslegungsproblemen. Einführung in die Dimensionierung von Flächentragwerke. Verständnis des Zusammenhangs zwischen Materialverhalten, Strukturtheorien und Auslegungskriterien.
Inhalt1. Grundproblem der Kontinuumsmechanik und Energiesätze: Herleitung von Strukturtheorien; Homogenisierungstheorien; Finite Elementen; Bruchmechanik.
2. Strukturtheorien für Flächentragwerke und Stabilität: Scheiben, Platten; Beulen von Platten (nichtlineare Plattentheorie)
3. Festigkeitshypothesen und Materialverhalten: Duktiles Verhalten, Plastizität, vMises, Tresca, Hauptspannungshypothese; Sprödes Verhalten; Viskoplastisches Verhalten, Kriechfestigkeit
4. Strukturauslegung: Ermüdung und dynamische Strukturanalyse
Skriptja
151-0368-00LAeroelastikW4 KP2V + 1UF. Campanile
KurzbeschreibungEinführung in die Grundlagen und Methoden der Aeroelastik. Überblick über die wichtigsten statischen und dynamischen Phänomene, die aus der Kopplung zwischen Strukturkräften und aerodynamischen Lasten entstehen.
LernzielDie Vorlesung soll ein physikalisches Grundverständnis für gekoppelte Strömung-Struktur-Phänomene vermitteln. Ausserdem soll den Teilnehmern ein Überblick über die wichtigsten Phänomene der statischen und der dynamischen Aeroelastik gegeben werden, sowie eine Einführung in die entsprechenden Methoden zur mathematischen Beschreibung und zur Formulierung quantitativen Voraussagen.
InhaltElemente der Profilaerodynamik. Aeroelastische Divergenz am starren Streifenmodell. Aeroelastische Divergenz eines kontinuierlichen Flügels. Allgemeines über statische Aeroelastik.
Ruderwirksamkeit und -umkehr. Auswirkung der Flügelpfeilung auf statische aeroelastische Phänomene.
Grundelemente der instationären Aerodynamik.
Kinematik des Biegetorsionsflatterns. Dynamik des starren Flügelstreifenmodells. Dynamik des Biegetorsionsflatterns.
Einführung in die Modalanalyse
Einfühung in weitere Phänomene der dynamischen Aeroelastik.
LiteraturY. C. Fung, An Introduction to the Theory of Aeroelasticity, Dover Phoenix Editions.
151-0509-00LMicroscale Acoustofluidics Belegung eingeschränkt - Details anzeigen
Number of participants limited to 30.
W4 KP3GJ. Dual
KurzbeschreibungIn this lecture the basics as well as practical aspects (from modelling to design and fabrication ) are described from a solid and fluid mechanics perspective with applications to microsystems and lab on a chip devices.
LernzielUnderstanding acoustophoresis, the design of devices and potential applications
InhaltLinear and nonlinear acoustics, foundations of fluid and solid mechanics and piezoelectricity, Gorkov potential, numerical modelling, acoustic streaming, applications from ultrasonic microrobotics to surface acoustic wave devices
SkriptYes, incl. Chapters from the Tutorial: Microscale Acoustofluidics, T. Laurell and A. Lenshof, Ed., Royal Society of Chemistry, 2015
LiteraturMicroscale Acoustofluidics, T. Laurell and A. Lenshof, Ed., Royal Society of Chemistry, 2015
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesSolid and fluid continuum mechanics. Notice: The exercise part is a mixture of presentation, lab session and hand in homework.
151-0513-00LMechanics of Soft Materials and TissuesW4 KP3GA. E. Ehret
KurzbeschreibungAn introduction to concepts for the constitutive modelling of highly deformable materials with non-linear properties is given in application to rubber-like materials and soft biological tissues. Related experimental methods for materials characterization and computational methods for simulation are addressed.
LernzielThe objective of the course is to provide an overview of the wide range of non-linear mechanical behaviors displayed by soft materials and tissues together with a basic understanding of their physical origin, to familiarize students with appropriate mathematical concepts for their modelling, and to illustrate the application of these concepts in different fields in mechanics.
InhaltSoft solids: rubber-like materials, gels, soft biological tissues
Non-linear continuum mechanics: kinematics, stress, balance laws
Mechanical characterization: experiments and their interpretation
Constitutive modeling: basic principles
Large strain elasticity: hyperelastic materials
Rubber-elasticity: statistical vs. phenomenological models
Biomechanics of soft tissues: composites, anisotropy, heterogeneity
Dissipative behavior: examples and the concept of internal variables.
SkriptAccompanying learning materials will be provided or made available for download during the course.
LiteraturRecommended text:
G.A. Holzapfel, Nonlinear Solid Mechanics - A continuum approach for engineering, 2000
L.R.G. Treloar, The physics of rubber elasticity, 3rd ed., 2005
P. Haupt, Continuum Mechanics and Theory of Materials, 2nd ed., 2002
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesA good knowledge base in continuum mechanics, ideally a completed course in non-linear continuum mechanics, is recommended.
151-0517-00LScientific Visualization for Engineering ApplicationsW4 KP2V + 2PX. Tricoche
KurzbeschreibungThe course offers an introduction to the basic principles and most prominent methods of scientific visualization in science and engineering applications. The presentation will cover mathematical models and algorithms that support the depiction of 2D, 3D, and time-dependent datasets comprised of scalar, vector, and tensor attributes.
LernzielThe course offers a self-contained introduction scientific visualization with an emphasis on basic principles and techniques that are most relevant to scientific and engineering applications.

The specific learning objectives are the following:
(1) Basics: elementary notions of computer graphics and visual perception
(2) Data processing: Relevant spatial data structures and smooth data reconstruction
(3) Colors: Proper usage of colors in visualization
(4) Scalar visualization: Level sets, salient surfaces, volume rendering and transfer function design
(5) Vector visualization: Integral curves and surfaces, dense representation
(6) Tensor visualization: Glyphs and integral curves
(7) flow visualization: automatic feature extraction and structure characterization
(8) Visual abstraction: topological skeleton
(9) Data analysis: visual exploration of numerical datasets.
Inhalt- Graphics primer
- Data structures and spatial queries
- Smooth data reconstruction
- Color perception
- Color mapping
- Isosurfaces (level sets)
- Ridges
- Direct volume rendering and transfer function design
- Integral curves and surfaces
- Texture-based flow representations
- Tensor glyphs and curves
- Topological methods for scalar, vector, and tensor fields
- Multified techniques
Visualization software
SkriptCourse slides and relevant papers
LiteraturN/A
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesBasic programming knowledge
151-0523-00LDynamik der SchienenfahrzeugeW4 KP2V + 1UO. Polach
KurzbeschreibungNach einer Einführung in die Konstruktion der Schienenfahrzeuge werden die Modellierung des Kontaktes zwischen Rad und Schiene, die Bildung eines Simulationsmodels und die Grundlagen der Spurführung erläutert. Die Anwendungen der Simulationen in der Entwicklung der Schienenfahrzeuge werden präsentiert und an Beispielen illustriert.
LernzielErarbeiten der theoretischen Grundlagen der Spurführung und der Dynamik der Schienenfahrzeuge. Verständnis der Hintergründe der Mehrkörper-Simulationsprogramme und deren Anwendung in der Entwicklung der Schienenfahrzeuge.
InhaltEinführung in die Schienenfahrzeugtechnik: Fahrzeugkonzepte, Fahrwerke, Federsysteme, Bremsen, Antriebe.
Einsatz der Mehrkörper-Simulationen in der Schienenfahrzeugindustrie. Simulationsprogramme.
Fahrzeugmodell: Modellaufbau, Modellierung der Schraubenfedern, der Gummi-Metall-Federn, der Luftfedern und der Federbauteile mit Reibung.
Kontakt Rad-Schiene: Berührgeometrie, Kontaktfläche, Normalkräfte, Tangentialkräfte.
Gleismodelle. Modellierung der Gleislagefehler.
Linearisierung der Berührgeometrie Radsatz-Gleis.
Grundlagen der Spurführung.
Eigenverhalten, Eigenwertberechnung.
Linearisierte und nichtlineare Berechnungen der Laufstabilität: Methoden und Beurteilungskriterien. Einfluss der Fahrzeugkonstruktion auf die Laufstabilität.
Bogenfahrt: Grundlagen, quasi-statische Lösung, dynamische Simulation, Beurteilungskriterien. Einfluss der Fahrzeugkonstruktion auf die Fahreigenschaften im Bogen.
Beurteilung des Fahrkomforts.
Versuche und Simulationen zur fahrtechnischen Zulassung der Schienenfahrzeuge. Validierung der Simulationsmodelle zur Anwendung im Rahmen der Fahrzeugzulassung.
SkriptSkript wird zur Verfügung gestellt.
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesGrundlagen von Mechanik und Physik.
151-0524-00LContinuum Mechanics IW4 KP2V + 1UE. Mazza
KurzbeschreibungKonstitutive Gleichungen für strukturmechanische Berechnungen werden behandelt. Dies beinhaltet anisotrope lineare Elastizität, lineare Viskoelastizität, Plastizität und Viscoplastizität. Es werden die Grundlagen der Mikro-Makro Modellierung und der Laminattheorie eingeführt. Die theoretischen Ausführungen werden durch Beispiele aus Ingenieuranwendungen und Experimente ergänzt.
LernzielBehandlung von Grundlagen zur Lösung kontinuumsmechanischer Probleme der Anwendung, mit besonderem Fokus auf konstitutive Gesetze.
InhaltAnisotrope Elastizität, Linearelastisches und linearviskoses Stoffverhalten, Viskoelastizität, mikro-makro Modellierung, Laminattheorie, Plastizität, Viscoplastizität, Beispiele aus der Ingenieuranwendung, Vergleich mit Experimenten.
Skriptja
151-0525-00LWave Propagation in SolidsW4 KP2V + 1UJ. Dual, D. Mohr
KurzbeschreibungPlane Waves, harmonic waves, Fourier analysis and synthesis, dispersion, distorsion, damping, group and phase velocity, transmission and reflection, impact, waves in linear elastic continua, elastic plastic waves, experimental and numerical methods in wave propagation.
LernzielStudents learn, which technical problems must be approached using the methods used in wave propagation in solids. Furthermore, they learn to use these methods and develop an intuitive feeling for phenomena that can be expected in various situations.
InhaltWave Propagation in solids including applications.
Content: Phenomenology of wave propagation ( plane waves, harmonic waves, harmonic analysis and synthesis, dispersion, attenuation, group and phase velocity), transmission and reflection, impact problems, waves in linear elastic media ( P- Waves, S-Waves, Rayleigh waves, guided waves), elastic plastic waves, experimental and numerical methods.
SkriptHandouts
LiteraturVarious books will be recommended pertaining to the topics covered.
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesLanguage according to the wishes of students.
151-0532-00LNonlinear Dynamics and Chaos I Information W4 KP2V + 2UG. Haller, F. Kogelbauer
KurzbeschreibungBasic facts about nonlinear systems; stability and near-equilibrium dynamics; bifurcations; dynamical systems on the plane; non-autonomous dynamical systems; chaotic dynamics.
LernzielThis course is intended for Masters and Ph.D. students in engineering sciences, physics and applied mathematics who are interested in the behavior of nonlinear dynamical systems. It offers an introduction to the qualitative study of nonlinear physical phenomena modeled by differential equations or discrete maps. We discuss applications in classical mechanics, electrical engineering, fluid mechanics, and biology. A more advanced Part II of this class is offered every other year.
Inhalt(1) Basic facts about nonlinear systems: Existence, uniqueness, and dependence on initial data.

(2) Near equilibrium dynamics: Linear and Lyapunov stability

(3) Bifurcations of equilibria: Center manifolds, normal forms, and elementary bifurcations

(4) Nonlinear dynamical systems on the plane: Phase plane techniques, limit sets, and limit cycles.

(5) Time-dependent dynamical systems: Floquet theory, Poincare maps, averaging methods, resonance
SkriptThe class lecture notes will be posted electronically after each lecture. Students should not rely on these but prepare their own notes during the lecture.
Voraussetzungen / Besonderes- Prerequisites: Analysis, linear algebra and a basic course in differential equations.

- Exam: two-hour written exam in English.

- Homework: A homework assignment will be due roughly every other week. Hints to solutions will be posted after the homework due dates.
151-0535-00LOptical Methods in Experimental MechanicsW4 KP3GE. Hack, R. Brönnimann
KurzbeschreibungDie Vorlesung behandelt eine Reihe von optischen Methoden zur Messung des mechanischen Verhaltens einer Struktur, zur Bestimmung von Materialparametern, oder zur Validierung von numerischen Simulationen. Im Fokus stehen Anwendungen und Grenzen bildgebender Methoden der Verformungs- und Dehnungsmessung. Die Vorlesung wird mit zwei Praktikumsnachmittagen an der Empa in Dübendorf ergänzt.
LernzielDie Studierenden können einfache optische Aufbauten planen und die Bildaufnahme beschreiben. Sie verstehen das Messprinzip der verschiedenen kamerabasierten Messmethoden zur Form-, Verformungs- und Dehnungsmessung. Insbesondere können sie erklären, wie die Messgrösse in ein Interferenzsignal, eine Polarisations- oder eine Temperaturänderung umgewandelt wird. Sie kennen die wichtigsten Anwendungen und Einsatzgebiete der einzelnen Techniken. Sie sind in der Lage, die für eine Messaufgabe am besten geeignete Technik auszuwählen und deren erwartete Auflösung abzuschätzen. An den Praktikumsnachmittagen werden die theoretischen Betrachtungen durch konkrete Messaufgaben vertieft, womit der Lernerfolg nachhaltig wird.
InhaltNach einer Einführung in Optik und Bilderfassung wird erläutert, wie mechanische Grössen wie Verformung, Dehnung oder Spannung in eine Bildinformation umgesetzt werden. Die Messmethoden basieren auf diversen optischen Prinzipien :

- Triangulation (Bildkorrelation, Streifenprojektion)
- Interferenz (Speckle Pattern Interferometrie, Shearography)
- Beugung (Moiré-Interferometrie, Faser-Bragg-Gitter)
- Doppelbrechung (Spannungsoptik)
- Wärmestrahlung (Thermal Stress Analysis)

Zusätzlich werden dynamische Messungen und Schwingungsanalyse im Zusammenhang mit Modalanalyse oder transienten Vorgängen vertieft. Die Kalibrierung optischer Methoden und deren Anwendung auf die Validierung von numerischen Simulationen werden beschrieben.

Die einzelnen Themen sind:
1. Bildgebende Methoden: eine Einführung
2. Digitale Bildkorrelation
3. Weisslicht Moiré-Methoden
4. Interferometrie
5. Verformungsmessung: Speckle pattern interferometry
6. Dehnungsmessung: Shearografie
7. Schwingungsanalyse
8. Messung transienter Verformungen
9. Spannungsanalyse: Spannungsoptik
10. Spannungsanalyse: Thermoelastizität
11. Validierung von FE Simulationen und Kalibrierung von bildgebenden Methoden
12. Faseroptische Methoden

Das Semester beinhaltet zwei Praktikums-Nachmittage an der Empa, wo die Studierenden eigene Erfahrungen mit bildgebenden Methoden sammeln.Die Praktika beinhalten je nach Interessenlage der Studierenden und Verfügbarkeit der Geräte z.B Digitale Bildkorrelation, Speckle pattern interferometry, Thermoelastizität, Faseroptik, Streifenprojektion.
SkriptFolienkopien der einzelnen Lektionen werden on-line in ILIAS zur Verfügung gestellt. Es wird zu einem privaten Blog eingeladen, der die Diskussion über die Vorlesung und die Übungen erleichtern kann.
LiteraturEine gute Übersicht über die Grundlagen der optischen Methoden bieten die folgenden Lehrbücher:

Pramod Rastogi, Erwin Hack, Eds., Optical Methods for Solid Mechanics: A Full-Field Approach
2012, Wiley-VCH, Berlin
(ISBN 978-3-527-41111-5)

W. N. Sharpe Jr., Ed., Handbook of Experimental Solid Mechanics
2009, Springer, New York

Kjell J. Gasvik: Optical Metrology, 3rd ed.
2002, John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.
(on-line auf NEBIS verfügbar)
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesGrundbegriffe der Optik und Interferometrie wie aus Basis Physikkursen sind von Vorteil .
Jede Woche werden Übungen verteilt, deren Lösung wärmstens empfohlen ist.
Die zwei Praktikumsnachmittage an der Empa sind zentrale Elemente der Vorlesung.
151-0550-00LAdaptive Materials for Structural Applications Information W4 KP3GA. Bergamini
KurzbeschreibungAdaptive materials offer appealing ways to extend the design space of structures by introducing time-variable properties into them. In this course, the physical working principles of selected adaptive materials are analyzed and simple models for describing their behavior are presented. Some applications are illustrated, also with laboratory experiments where possible.
LernzielThe study of adaptive materials covers topics that range from chemistry to theoretical mechanics.

The aim of this course is to convey knowledge about adaptive materials, their properties and the physical mechanisms that govern their function, so as to develop the skills to deal with this interdisciplinary subject.
InhaltThis course will provide the students with an insight into the properties and physical phenomena which lead to the features of adaptive materials. Starting from chemomechanical (skeletal muscles), the physical behavior of a wide range of adaptive materials, thermo- and photo-mechanical, electro-mechanical, magneto-mechanical and meta-materials will be thoroughly discussed and analyzed. Up-to-date results on their performance and their implementation in mechanical structures will be detailed and studied in laboratory sessions. Analytical tools and energy based considerations will provide the students with effective instruments for understanding adaptive materials and assess their performance when integrated in structures or when arranged in particular fashions.

Basic concepts: Power conjugated variables, dissipative effects, geometry- and materials-based energy conversion

Chemo-mechanical coupling: Energy conversion in skeletal muscle and other chemomechanical systems,optional: and photo-mechanical coupling, azopolymers.

Thermo-mechanical coupling: Shape memory alloys / polymers

Electromechanical coupling(1): DEA, EBL, electrorheological fluids

Shape control / morphing: Use, requirements, challenges

Morphing applications of variable stiffness structures: Lab work

Electromechanical coupling (2): Piezoelectric, electrostrictive effect
Vibration Reduction: Measurement, passive, semi-active (active) damping methods

Vibration reduction applications of piezoelectric materials: Lab work

Metamaterials: Definition of metamaterials - electromagnetic, acoustical and other metamaterials

Magneto-mechanical coupling: Magnetostrictive effect, mSMA, magnetorheological fluids, ferrofluids

Energy harvesting and sensing: Energy harvesting with EAP and piezoelectric materials, transducers as sensors: Piezo, resistive,...
SkriptLecture notes (manuscript and handouts) will be provided
151-0573-00LSystemmodellierung Information W4 KP2V + 2UG. Ducard, C. Onder
KurzbeschreibungMethoden der theoretischen und experimentellen Modellbildung für regelungstechnische Zwecke. Modellparametrierung und Parameteridentifikationsmethoden. Analyse von linearen Systemen, Modellskalierung, Linearisierung, Ordnungsreduktion und Balancing. Grundlegende Analysemöglichkeiten für nichtlineare Systeme.
LernzielVermitteln der Grundkenntnisse der Modellbildung in der Regelungstechnik. Analyse und Optimierung linearer und nichtlinearer Systeme. Parameteridentifikation. Erfahrungen sammeln an konkreten Fallstudien.
InhaltMethoden der theoretischen und experimentellen Modellbildung für regelungstechnische Zwecke.

Beispiele: mechatronische, thermodynamische, chemische, fluiddynamische, energie- und verfahrenstechnische Systeme. Modellskalierung, Linearisierung, Ordnungsreduktion und Balancing. Identifikationstechniken (Methode der kleinsten Quadrate).

Fallstudien in der Vorlesung: Lautsprecher, Wasserrakete, geostationäre Satelliten, etc.
SkriptDas Skript in englischer Sprache wird in der ersten Lektion verkauft.
LiteraturEine Literaturliste ist im Skript enthalten.
151-0655-00LSkills for Creativity and InnovationW4 KP3GI. Goller, C. Kobe, M. Meboldt
KurzbeschreibungThis lecture aims to enhance the knowledge and competency of students regarding their innovation capability. An overview on prerequisites of and different skills for creativity and innovation in individual & team settings is given. The focus of this lecture is clearly on building competencies - not just acquiring knowledge.
Lernziel- Basic knowledge about creativity and skills
- Knowledge about individual prerequisites for creativity
- Development of individual skills for creativity
- Knowledge about teams
- Development of team-oriented skills for creativity
- Knowledge and know-how about transfer to idea generation teams
InhaltBasic knowledge about creativity and skills:
- Introduction into creativity & innovation: definitions and models

Knowledge about individual prerequisites for creativity:
- Personality, motivation, intelligence

Development of individual skills for creativity:
- Focus on creativity as problem analysis & solving
- Individual skills in theoretical models
- Individual competencies: exercises and reflection

Knowledge about teams:
- Definitions and models
- Roles in innovation processes

Development of team-oriented skills for creativity:
- Idea generation and development in teams
- Cooperation & communication in innovation teams

Knowledge and know-how about transfer to idea generation teams:
- Self-reflection & development planning
- Methods of knowledge transfer
SkriptSlides, script and other documents will be distributed via moodle.ethz.ch
(access only for students registered to this course)
LiteraturPlease refer to lecture script.
151-0703-00LBetriebliche Simulation von ProduktionsanlagenW4 KP2V + 1UP. Acél
KurzbeschreibungDer Studierende lernt den Umgang mit ereignisorientierter Simulation zur Auslegung und betrieblichen Optimierung von Produktionsanlagen anhand von Praxisbeispielen.
LernzielDer Studierende lernt die richtige Anwendung (Wo? Wann? Wie?) der ereignisorientierten und computerbasierten Simulation in der Abbildung von Betriebsabläufen und Produktionsanlagen.
Anhand von Praxisbeispielen wird betriebliche Simulation in Produktion, Logistik und Planung aufgezeigt.
Der Studierende soll erste eigene Erfahrungen in der Anwendung machen.
Inhalt- Anwendung und Einsatzgebiete der ereignisorientierten Simulation
- Beispielhafte Anwendung eines Softwaretools (Technomatrix-Simulation-Software)
- Innerer Aufbau und Funktionsweise von Simulationstools
- Vorgehen zur Anwendung: Optimierung, Versuchsplanung, Auswertung, Datenaufbereitung
- Steuerungsphilosophien, Notfallkonzepte, Abtaktung, Fertigungsinseln
- Anwendung auf die Anlagenprojektierung

Der Stoff wird durch praxisorientierte Übungen und eine Exkursion vertieft. Ein Gastreferat stellt ein Beispiel aus der Praxis vor.
SkriptWird vorlesungsbegleitend ausgegeben (+ PDF)
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesEmpfohlen für alle Bachelor-Studierenden im 5. Semester und Master-Studierenden im 7. Semester.
151-0705-00LFertigungstechnik IW4 KP2V + 2UK. Wegener, M. Boccadoro, F. Kuster
KurzbeschreibungVertiefung in die Fertigungsverfahren Bohren, Fräsen, Schleifen, Honen, Läppen, Funkenerosion und elektrochemisches Abtragen. Stabilität von Prozessen, Prozessketten und Verfahrenswahl.
LernzielVertiefte Behandlung der spanenden Fertigungsverfahren und ihrer Optimierung. Kenntnisse der NC-Technik, Prozess- und Maschinendynamik, Rattern sowie Prozessüberwachung.
InhaltVertiefte Betrachtung der spanenden Fertigungsverfahren und ihrer Optimierung, Zerspanung mit unbestimmter Schneide wie Schleifen, Honen und Läppen, Bearbeitungsverfahren ohne Schneide wie EDM, ECM, Ausblick auf Zusatzgebiete wie NC-Techniken, Maschinen- und Prozessdynamik inklusive Rattern sowie Prozessüberwachung.
Skriptja
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesVoraussetzungen: Empfehlung: Vorlesung 151-0700-00L Fertigungstechnik Wahlfach im 4. Semester
Sprache: Auf Wunsch erhalten englischsprachige Studenten Hilfe auf Anfrage, englische Übersetzungen der Präsentationsfolien.
151-0717-00LMechanische Produktion: Montieren, Fügen, BeschichtenW4 KP2V + 1UF. Kuster, V. H. Derflinger, F. Durand, P. Jousset
KurzbeschreibungVerstehen der Komplexität der Montage sowie ihrer Bedeutung als Erfolgs- und Kostenfaktor. Die Montage als Kombination verschiedener Tätigkeiten wie Fügen, Handhaben, Justieren usw. Fügetechniken; lösbare und unlösbare Verbindungen. Montageanlagen. Beschichtungstechniken und ihre Aufgaben, insbesondere Korrosionsschutz.
LernzielVerstehen der Komplexität der Montage sowie ihrer Bedeutung als Erfolgs- und Kostenfaktor. Einführung in die Einzeltechniken, insbesondere die Füge- und Beschichtungstechniken.
InhaltDie Montage als Kombination verschiedener Tätigkeiten wie Fügen, Handhaben, Justieren usw. Fügetechniken; lösbare und unlösbare Verbindungen. Montageanlagen.
Beschichtungstechniken und ihre Aufgaben, insbesondere Korrosionsschutz.
Skriptja
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesEmpfohlen zur Fokusvertiefung Produktionstechnik
Mehrheitlich Dozenten aus der Industrie.
151-0719-00LQualität von Werkzeugmaschinen - Dynamik, Mikro- und SubmikromesstechnikW4 KP2V + 1UW. Knapp, F. Kuster
KurzbeschreibungDie Maschinenmesstechnik umfasst den prinzipiellen Aufbau von Produktionsmaschinen, deren Lagerungen und Führungen, die möglichen geometrischen, kinematischen, thermischen und dynamischen Abweichungen von Werkzeugmaschinen und deren Prüfung, die Wirkung der Abweichungen auf das Werkstück, die Prüfung von Antrieben und Steuerungen, sowie die Überprüfung der Maschinenfähigkeit.
LernzielKenntnis von
- Maschinenaufbau
- Abweichungen von Lagerungen, Führungen und Maschinen
- Wirkung der Abweichungen auf das Werkstück
- Dynamik mechanischer Systeme
- geometrische, kinematische, thermische, dynamische Prüfung von Werkzeugmaschinen
- Testunsicherheit
- Maschinenfähigkeit
InhaltFertigungsmesstechnik für Produktionsmaschinen
- Grundlagen, wie Maschinenaufbau und Maschinenkoordinatensystem
- Aufbau und Abweichungen von Lagerungen und Führungen
- Fehlerbudget, Wirkung von Abweichungen auf das Werkstück
- geometrische und kinematische Abnahme von Produktionsmaschinen
- Umschlagmessung, mehrdimensionale Maschinenmesstechnik
- thermische Einflüsse auf Werkzeugmaschinen und deren Prüfung
- Testunsicherheit, Simulation
- Dynamik mechanischer Systeme, dynamische Erreger
- Maschinendynamik und die Werkzeuge Modalanalyse und Finite Elemente Methode (FEM)
- Prüfen von Steuerung und Antrieben
- Maschinenfähigkeit
SkriptArbeitsunterlagen werden in der Vorlesung verteilt.
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesPraktische Übungen in den Labors und an den Werkzeugmaschinen des IWF vertiefen den Stoff der Vorlesung.
151-0721-00LProduction Machines IIW4 KP2V + 1UK. Wegener, F. Kuster, S. Weikert
KurzbeschreibungSteuerungstechnik, Positionsregelung, Geometriedatenverarbeitung, Hauptantriebe, Lärm, Flexibilität, Rationalisierung und Automatisierung, Moderne Maschinenkonzepte, thermisches, dynamisches Verhalten
LernzielVertiefte Kompetenz zur Beurteilung und Entwicklung von Produktionsmaschinen, Sensibilisierung für unkonventionelle Kinematiken mit ihren Vor- und Nachteilen
InhaltSteuerungstechnik (SPS und NC), Positionsregelung, Geometriedatenverarbeitung, Hauptantriebe, Lärmbekämpfung, Flexibilität, Rationalisierung und Automatisierung, moderne Maschinenkonzepte wie Hochgeschwindigkeitsmaschinen, alternative Kinematiken, Ultrapräzisionsmaschinen, thermisches und dynamisches Verhalten von Werkzeugmaschinen, Flexibilität, Rationalisierung und Automatisierung, praktische Fallstudien
Skriptja
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesHilfen für englischsprachige Studierenden werden angeboten.Teile der Vorlesung werden in englisch gegeben
151-0723-00LProduktion von elektrischen und elektronischen Komponenten Information W4 KP3GA. Kunz, A. Guber, R.‑D. Moryson, F. Reichert
KurzbeschreibungDie Vorlesung verfolgt die Prozesskette der Wertschöpfung elektrischer und elektronischer Komponenten: Inhalt sind der Schaltungsentwurf und die Schaltungsentwicklung, die Fertigung elektronischer Schaltungen in Leiterplatten und Hybridtechnik, integrierte Prüftechnik, die Planung von Produktionsanlagen, Fertigung hochintegrierter elektronischer Bausteine vom Wafer an sowie das Recycling.
LernzielKenntnisse der Wertschöpfungskette Elektronik. Fertigungsgerechte Planung der Produkte sowie deren Fertigung. Aufbau von Produktionsanlagen, Recycling.
InhaltOhne elektronische Komponenten geht nichts mehr. Typische Maschinenbauprodukte wie Werkzeugmaschinen oder Fahrzeuge haben heute einen wertmässigen Anteil an elektrischen und elektronischen Komponenten von über 60%, so dass der Zugang zur bzw. die Beherrschung der Wertschöpfung von entscheidender Bedeutung für die gesamte Leistungserstellung wird. Es werden zunächst elektronische Bauelemente in ihrer Funktion und die Planung von Schaltkreisen erläutert. Anschliessend wird gezeigt, wie elektronische Funktionseinheiten aus Bauelementen montiert werden. Gezeigt wird sowohl die Leiterplattentechnik als auch die sich mehr und mehr durchsetzende Hybridtechnik, gezeigt werden wertschöpfende Prozesse sowie die Prüfung und das Handling und die Kombination der Verfahren im Rahmen der Anlagenprojektierung. Weiter behandelt die Vorlesung die Fertigung elektronischer Bausteine beginnend von der Waferfertigung über die Strukturierung und das Bonding und Packaging. Dabei wird die Fertigung Mikroelektromechanischer und elektrooptischer Systeme und Aktuatoren besprochen. Keine Produktplanung noch Fertigung kommt heute ohne die Betrachtung des Recycling aus, was auch diese Vorlesung beschliesst. Auf einer Exkursion sehen die Studierenden die praktische Anwendung und Verwirklichung der Fertigung elektrischer und elektronischer Komponenten.
SkriptUnterlagen werden pro Vorlesungsblock zur Verfügung gestellt. Unkostenbeitrag CHF 20.-
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesDie Vorlesung wird gestaltet und vorgetragen von Fachleuten aus der Industrie.

Eine Exkursion zu einem Fertigungsbetrieb soll die Kenntnisse praxisorientiert untermauern.
151-0727-00LFertigungstechnisches KolloquiumW4 KP3KK. Wegener, F. Kuster
KurzbeschreibungWeiterbildungsveranstaltung zu ausgewählten aktuellen Themen der Fertigungstechnik. Pro Nachmittag wird ein ausgewähltes Thema in mehreren Vorträgen, mehrheitlich durch Referenten aus der Industrie, vorgestellt und diskutiert.
Die Studierenden erstellen eine Zusammenfassung der Vorträge und bereiten sich auf die Prüfung mit Hilfe dieser Aufzeichnungen und eigenen Recherchen vor.
LernzielStändige Weiterbildung zu aktuellen Themen der Fertigungstechnik. Wissens- und Erfahrungsaustausch mit der Industrie und anderen Hochschulen.
InhaltAusgewählte aktuelle Themen der Fertigungstechnik, d.h. ständig wechselnder Inhalt.
Skriptkein Skript
Voraussetzungen / Besonderes- Studierende müssen die Kurse Fertigungstechnik I, Produktionsmaschinen I und Umformtechnik III - Umformtechnische Verfahren besucht und abgeschlossen haben.

- Weiterbildungsveranstaltung mit Fachvorträgen und grosser Beteiligung aus der Industrie.
151-0731-00LUmformtechnik I - Grundlagen Information W4 KP2V + 2UP. Hora
KurzbeschreibungDie Vorlesung vermittelt Maschinen-, Produktions- und Werkstoffingenieuren die Grundlagen der Umformtechnik. Die Inhalte der Vorlesung sind: Uebersicht über umformtechnische Fertigungsverfahren, umformspezifische Beschreibung der Materialeigenschaften und ihre experimentelle Erfassung, Stoffgesetze, Eigenspannungen, Wärmebilanz, Tribologie von Umformsystemen, Werkstück- und Werkzeugversagen.
LernzielUmformtechnische Verfahren stellen mit einem Anteil von rund 70% bezogen auf die weltweit verarbeitete Metallmenge das mengen- und konstenmässig wichtigste Fertigungsverfahren der metallverarbeitenden Industrie dar. Typische Anwendungen der Umformtechnik reichen von der Blechteilfertigung im Autokarosseriebau, über Anwendungen der Food- und Pharmaverpackung, Herstellung von Implantaten der Medizinaltechnik bis zur Herstellung von Leiterverbindungen bei Mikroelektronikkomponenten. Die Vorlesung vermittelt die wichtigsten Grundlagen, welche zur Beurteilung umformtechnischer Prozesse und ihres industriellen Einsatzes wichtig sind. Dazu gehören neben der Kenntnis der wichtigsten Umformverfahren auch Grundkenntnisse zur Beschreibung des plastischen Werkstoffverhaltens und Kenntnisse der Verfahrensgrenzen.
InhaltUebersicht über die wichtigsten Verfahren der Umformtechnik und ihre Anwendungsgebiete, Beschreibung des plastischen Umformverhaltens von Metallen, Grundlagen der plastomechanischen Berechnungen, Umformeigenspannungen, Thermo-mechanische Kopplung der Umformprozesse, Einfluss der Tribologie. Werkstückversagen durch Reisser und Falten, Werkzeugversagen durch Bruch und Verschleiss, Umformwerkzeuge und Umformprozesse der Blech- und Massivumformung, Handlingsysteme, Umformmaschinen.
Skriptja
151-0733-00LUmformtechnik III - Umformtechnische Verfahren Information W4 KP2V + 2UP. Hora
KurzbeschreibungDie Vorlesung vermittelt Technologiegrundkenntnisse zu den wichtigsten Verfahren der Blech-, Rohr- und Massivumformung. Behandelt werden insbesondere Elementar-Berechnungsmethoden, welche eine schnelle Beurteilung des Prozessverhaltens und so eine grobe Prozessauslegung erlauben. Prozessspezifisch werden Spannungs- und Formänderungszustände analysiert und die Verfahrensgrenzen aufgezeigt.
LernzielKennenlernen umformtechnischer Verfahren. Wahl des Umformverfahrens. Auslegung einer umformtechnischen Fertigung.
InhaltBehandlung der Umformverfahren Blechumformen, Biegen, Stanzen, Kaltmassivumformen, Strangpressen, Durchziehen, Freiform- und Gesenkschmieden, Walzen; Wirkprinzip; Elementarmethoden zur Abschätzung der Spannungen und Dehnungen; Grundlagen der Prozessauslegung; Verfahrensgrenzen und Arbeitsgenauigkeit; Werkzeuge und Handhabung; Maschinen und Maschineneinsatz.
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151-0735-00LDynamic Behavior of Materials and Structures
Findet dieses Semester nicht statt.
W4 KP2V + 2UD. Mohr
KurzbeschreibungLectures and computer labs concerned with the modeling of the deformation response and failure of engineering materials (metals, polymers and composites) subject to extreme loadings during manufacturing, crash, impact and blast events.
LernzielStudents will learn to apply, understand and develop computational models of a large spectrum of engineering materials to predict their dynamic deformation response and failure in finite element simulations. Students will become familiar with important dynamic testing techniques to identify material model parameters from experiments. The ultimate goal is to provide the students with the knowledge and skills required to engineer modern multi-material solutions for high performance structures in automotive, aerospace and navel engineering.
InhaltTopics include viscoelasticity, temperature and rate dependent plasticity, dynamic brittle and ductile fracture; impulse transfer, impact and wave propagation in solids; computational aspects of material model implementation into hydrocodes; simulation of dynamic failure of structures;
SkriptSlides of the lectures, relevant journal papers and users manuals will be provided.
LiteraturVarious books will be recommended covering the topics discussed in class
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesCourse in continuum mechanics (mandatory), finite element method (recommended)
151-0765-00LLeading and Coaching Focus Project Teams (Basic Course)
This course is the first part of a two-semester course.

The course "Leading and Coaching Focus Project Teams (Basic Course)" for Autumn Semester is examined together with the course "Leading and Coaching Focus Project Teams (Advanced Course)" for Spring Semester with 4 ECTS.
W0 KP2G + 0.5AR. P. Haas, I. Goller
KurzbeschreibungAim is enhancement of knowledge and competency regarding coaching skills. Participants should be coaches of focus projects. Topics: Overview of the role and mind set of a coach as, introduction into coaching methodology, building competencies by doing and exchanging good practices from former focus projects.
LernzielBasic knowledge about role and mindset of a coach;
Knowledge and reflection about the classical problems in coaching of a focus project;
Development of personal coaching skills;
Knowledge and know-how about coaching methods;
Reflection and exchange of experiences about personal coaching situations;
Inspiration and learning from good cases regarding organizational and team management aspects.
InhaltContent of both basic and advanced course (2 semester):
Basic knowledge about role and mindset of a coach
- Introduction into coaching: definition & models
- Introduction into the coaching process
- Role of coaches between examinator and "friend"
Knowledge and reflection about the problems in coaching a focus project
- Knowledge about team development
- Reflection about critical phases in the innovation process for an innovation team
- Know-how about reference model for analysis critical situations
Development of personal coaching competencies, e.g. active listening, asking questions, giving feedback
- Competencies in theoretical models
- Coaching competencies: exercises and reflection
Knowledge and know-how about coaching methods
- Knowledge about basic coaching methods for technical projects/innovations projects
- Know-how about usage of methods in the coaching process
- Facilitating decisions
- Using and applying coaches opinions and knowledge
Reflection and exchange of experiences about personal coaching situations
- Self-reflection
- Exchange of experiences in the lecture group
- Good practice on orgaizational and management aspects
- How to do system and concurrent engineering
- Projct planning and replanning
- Facilitating conflict situations
- Discussing sample cases from former teams and actual cases of participants.
SkriptSlides, script and other documents will be distributed via electronically
(access only for paticipants registered to this course).
LiteraturPlease refer to lecture script.
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesParticipants (Students, PhD Students, Postdocs) should be part of the coaching team of focus project teams.

The course "Leading and Coaching Focus Project Teams (Basic Course)" (HS) is examined together with "Leading and Coaching Focus Project Teams (Advanced Course)" (FS) in FS with 4 ECTS.
151-0833-00LPrinciples of Nonlinear Finite-Element-Methods Information W5 KP2V + 2UN. Manopulo, B. Berisha, P. Hora
KurzbeschreibungDie meisten Problemstellungen im Ingenieurwesen sind nichtlinearer Natur. Die Nichtlinearitäten werden hauptsächlich durch nichtlineares Werkstoffverhalten, Kontaktbedingungen und Strukturinstabilitäten hervorgerufen. Im Rahmen dieser Vorlesung werden die theoretischen Grundlagen der nichtlinearen Finite-Element-Methoden zur Lösung von solchen Problemstellungen vermittelt.
LernzielDas Ziel der Vorlesung ist die Vermittlung von Grundkenntnissen der nichtlinearen Finite-Elemente-Methode (FEM). Der Fokus der Vorlesung liegt bei der Vermittlung der theoretischen Grundlagen der nichtlinearen FE-Methoden für implizite und explizite Formulierungen. Typische Anwendungen der nichtlinearen FE-Methode sind Simulationen von:

- Crash
- Kollaps von Strukturen
- Materialien aus der Biomechanik (Softmaterials)
- allgemeinen Umformprozessen

Insbesondere wird die Modellierung des nichtlinearem Werkstoffverhalten, thermomechanischen Vorgängen und Prozessen mit grossen plastischen Deformationen behandelt. Im Rahmen von begleitenden Uebungen wird die Fähigkeit erworben, selber virtuelle Modelle zur Beschreibung von komplexen nichtlinearen Systemen aufzubauen. Wichtige Modelle wie z.B. Stoffgesetze werden in Matlab programmiert.
Inhalt- Kontinuumsmechanische Grundlagen zur Beschreibung grosser plastischer Deformationen
- Elasto-plastische Werkstoffmodelle
- Aufdatiert-Lagrange- (UL), Euler- und Gemischt-Euler-Lagrange (ALE) Betrachtungsweisen
- FEM-Implementation von Stoffgesetzen
- Elementformulierungen
- Implizite und explizite FEM-Methoden
- FEM-Formulierung des gekoppelten thermo-mechanischen Problems
- Modellierung des Werkzeugkontaktes und von Reibungseinflüssen
- Gleichungslöser und Konvergenz
- Modellierung von Rissausbreitungen
- Vorstellung erweiterter FE-Verfahren
Skriptja
LiteraturBathe, K. J., Finite-Elemente-Methoden, Springer-Verlag, 2002
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesBei einer grossen Anzahl von Studenten werden bei Bedarf zwei Übungstermine angeboten.
151-0917-00LMass TransferW4 KP2V + 2UR. Büchel, S. E. Pratsinis
KurzbeschreibungDiese Vorlesung behandelt Grundlagen der Transportvorgänge, wobei das Hauptaugenmerk auf dem Stofftransport liegt. Die physikalische Bedeutung der Grundgesetze des Stofftransports wird dargestellt und quantitativ beschrieben. Des weiteren wird die Anwendung dieser Prinzipien am Beispiel relevanter ingenieurtechnischer Problemstellungen aufgezeigt.
LernzielDiese Vorlesung behandelt Grundlagen der Transportvorgänge, wobei das Hauptaugenmerk auf dem Stofftransport liegt. Die physikalische Bedeutung der Grundgesetze des Stofftransports wird dargestellt und quantitativ beschrieben. Des weiteren wird die Anwendung dieser Prinzipien am Beispiel relevanter ingenieurtechnischer Problemstellungen aufgezeigt.
InhaltFicksche Gesetze; Anwendungen und Bedeutung von Stofftransport; Vergleich von Fickschen Gesetzen mit Newtonschen und Fourierschen Gesetzen; Herleitung des zweiten Fickschen Gesetzes; Diffusion in verdünnten und konzentrierten Lösungen; Rotierende Scheibe; Dispersion; Diffusionskoeffizient, Gasviskosität und Leitfähigkeit (Pr und Sc); Brownsche Bewegung; Stokes-Einstein-Gleichung; Stofftransportkoeffizienten (Nu und Sh-Zahlen); Stoffaustausch über Grenzflächen; Reynolds- und Chilton-Colburn-Analogien für Impuls-, Wärme- und Stofftransport in turbulenten Strömungen; Film-, Penetrations- und Oberflächenerneuerungstheorien; Gleichzeitiger Transport von Stoff und Wärme oder Impuls (Grenzschichten); Homogene und heterogene, reversible und irreversible. Anwendungen Reaktionen; "Diffusionskontrollierte" Reaktionen; Stofftransport und heterogene Reaktion erster Ordnung.
LiteraturCussler, E.L.: "Diffusion", 2nd edition, Cambridge University Press, 1997.
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesEs werden 2 Tests zur Vertiefung des Lernstoffs angeboten. Die Teilnahme ist obligatorisch.
151-3203-00LGrand Challenges in Engineering DesignW1 KP3SP. Ermanni, M. Meboldt, K. Shea
KurzbeschreibungThe course is structured in three main blocks, each of them addressing a specific grand challenge in engineering design. Each block is composed of an introductory lecture and two to three invited talks, considering a good mix between speakers coming from academia and industry. Each talk is introduced and moderated by the students.
LernzielThe aim of the course is to introduce students to the engineering design research and practice in a multitude of Mechanical Engineering disciplines and convey knowledge from both academia and industry about state of the art methods, tools and processes.
InhaltThe students are exposed to a variety of topics in the field of Engineering Design. Topics are bundled in three main grand challenges and include an introductory lecture held by one of the responsible Professors and 2-3 invited talks of 45 min. each, addressing specific issues. The success of the course is largely dependant on active involvement of the students. Accordingly, a small group of students (1-3) is asked to introduce and moderate each external talk. The group will therefore gather adequate information about the speaker and topic, read and synthesize relevant documents and scientific papers, prepare questions to motivate the interaction with the audience and summarize, at the end of the lecture, the discussed points and outcome.
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesOffered in English and German
227-0447-00LImage Analysis and Computer Vision Information W6 KP3V + 1UL. Van Gool, O. Göksel, E. Konukoglu
KurzbeschreibungLight and perception. Digital image formation. Image enhancement and feature extraction. Unitary transformations. Color and texture. Image segmentation and deformable shape matching. Motion extraction and tracking. 3D data extraction. Invariant features. Specific object recognition and object class recognition.
LernzielOverview of the most important concepts of image formation, perception and analysis, and Computer Vision. Gaining own experience through practical computer and programming exercises.
InhaltThe first part of the course starts off from an overview of existing and emerging applications that need computer vision. It shows that the realm of image processing is no longer restricted to the factory floor, but is entering several fields of our daily life. First it is investigated how the parameters of the electromagnetic waves are related to our perception. Also the interaction of light with matter is considered. The most important hardware components of technical vision systems, such as cameras, optical devices and illumination sources are discussed. The course then turns to the steps that are necessary to arrive at the discrete images that serve as input to algorithms. The next part describes necessary preprocessing steps of image analysis, that enhance image quality and/or detect specific features. Linear and non-linear filters are introduced for that purpose. The course will continue by analyzing procedures allowing to extract additional types of basic information from multiple images, with motion and depth as two important examples. The estimation of image velocities (optical flow) will get due attention and methods for object tracking will be presented. Several techniques are discussed to extract three-dimensional information about objects and scenes. Finally, approaches for the recognition of specific objects as well as object classes will be discussed and analyzed.
SkriptCourse material Script, computer demonstrations, exercises and problem solutions
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesPrerequisites:
Basic concepts of mathematical analysis and linear algebra. The computer exercises are based on Linux and C.
The course language is English.
227-0523-00LEisenbahn-Systemtechnik IW6 KP4GM. Meyer
KurzbeschreibungGrundlagen der Eisenbahnfahrzeuge und ihr Zusammenspiel mit der Bahninfrastruktur:
- Zugförderungsaufgaben und Fahrzeugarten
- Fahrdynamik
- Mechanischer Aufbau der Eisenbahnfahrzeuge
- Bremssysteme
- Antriebsstrang und Hilfsbetriebeversorgung
- Bahnstromversorgung
- Zugsicherungssysteme
- Betriebsleitung und Unterhalt
Lernziel- Überblick über die technischen Eigenschaften von Eisenbahnsystemen
- Kenntnisse über den Aufbau der Eisenbahnfahrzeuge
- Verständnis für die Abhängigkeiten verschiedenster Ingenieur-Disziplinen in einem vielfältigen System (Mechanik, Elektro- und Informationstechnik, Verkehrstechnik)
- Verständnis für die Aufgaben und Möglichkeiten eines Ingenieurs in einem stark von wirtschaftlichen und politischen Randbedingungen geprägten Umfeld
- Einblick in die Aktivitäten der Schienenfahrzeug-Industrie und der Bahnen in der Schweiz
- Begeisterung des Ingenieurnachwuchses für die berufliche Tätigkeit im Bereich Schienenverker und Schienenfahrzeuge
InhaltEST I (Frühjahrsemester) - Begriffen, Grundlagen, Merkmale

1 Einführung:
1.1 Geschichte und Struktur des Bahnsystems
1.2 Fahrdynamik

2 Vollbahnfahrzeuge:
2.3 Mechanik: Kasten, Drehgestelle, Lauftechnik, Adhäsion
2.2 Bremsen
2.3 Traktionsantriebssysteme
2.4 Hilfsbetriebe und Komfortanlagen
2.5 Steuerung und Regelung

3 Infrastruktur:
3.1 Fahrweg
3.2 Bahnstromversorgung
3.3 Sicherungsanlagen

4 Betrieb:
4.1 Interoperabilität, Normen und Zulassung
4.2 RAMS, LCC
4.3 Anwendungsbeispiele

Voraussichtlich ein oder zwei Gastreferate

Geplante Exkursionen:
Betriebszentrale SBB, Zürich Flughafen
Reparatur und Unterhalt, SBB Zürich Altstetten
Fahrzeugfertigung, Stadler Bussnang
SkriptAbgabe der Unterlagen (gegen eine Schutzgebühr) zu Beginn des Semesters. Rechtzeitig eingschriebene Teilnehmer können die Unterlagen auf Wunsch und gegen eine Zusatzgebühr auch in Farbe beziehen.
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesDozent:
Dr. Markus Meyer, Emkamatik GmbH

Voraussichtlich ein oder zwei Gastvorträge von anderen Referenten.

EST I (Herbstsemester) kann als in sich geschlossene einsemestrige Vorlesung besucht werden. EST II (Frühjahrssemester) dient der weiteren Vertiefung der Fahrzeugtechnik und der Integration in die Bahninfrastruktur.
252-0535-00LMachine Learning Information W8 KP3V + 2U + 2AJ. M. Buhmann
KurzbeschreibungMachine learning algorithms provide analytical methods to search data sets for characteristic patterns. Typical tasks include the classification of data, function fitting and clustering, with applications in image and speech analysis, bioinformatics and exploratory data analysis. This course is accompanied by practical machine learning projects.
LernzielStudents will be familiarized with the most important concepts and algorithms for supervised and unsupervised learning; reinforce the statistics knowledge which is indispensible to solve modeling problems under uncertainty. Key concepts are the generalization ability of algorithms and systematic approaches to modeling and regularization. A machine learning project will provide an opportunity to test the machine learning algorithms on real world data.
InhaltThe theory of fundamental machine learning concepts is presented in the lecture, and illustrated with relevant applications. Students can deepen their understanding by solving both pen-and-paper and programming exercises, where they implement and apply famous algorithms to real-world data.

Topics covered in the lecture include:

- Bayesian theory of optimal decisions
- Maximum likelihood and Bayesian parameter inference
- Classification with discriminant functions: Perceptrons, Fisher's LDA and support vector machines (SVM)
- Ensemble methods: Bagging and Boosting
- Regression: least squares, ridge and LASSO penalization, non-linear regression and the bias-variance trade-off
- Non parametric density estimation: Parzen windows, nearest nieghbour
- Dimension reduction: principal component analysis (PCA) and beyond
SkriptNo lecture notes, but slides will be made available on the course webpage.
LiteraturC. Bishop. Pattern Recognition and Machine Learning. Springer 2007.

R. Duda, P. Hart, and D. Stork. Pattern Classification. John Wiley &
Sons, second edition, 2001.

T. Hastie, R. Tibshirani, and J. Friedman. The Elements of Statistical
Learning: Data Mining, Inference and Prediction. Springer, 2001.

L. Wasserman. All of Statistics: A Concise Course in Statistical
Inference. Springer, 2004.
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesThe course requires solid basic knowledge in analysis, statistics and numerical methods for CSE as well as practical programming experience for solving assignments.
Students should at least have followed one previous course offered by the Machine Learning Institute (e.g., CIL or LIS) or an equivalent course offered by another institution.
252-0543-01LComputer Graphics Information W6 KP3V + 2UM. Gross, J. Novak
KurzbeschreibungThis course covers some of the fundamental concepts of computer graphics, namely 3D object representations and generation of photorealistic images from digital representations of 3D scenes.
LernzielAt the end of the course the students will be able to build a rendering system. The students will study the basic principles of rendering and image synthesis. In addition, the course is intended to stimulate the students' curiosity to explore the field of computer graphics in subsequent courses or on their own.
InhaltThis course covers fundamental concepts of modern computer graphics. Students will learn about 3D object representations and the details of how to generate photorealistic images from digital representations of 3D scenes. Starting with an introduction to 3D shape modeling and representation, texture mapping and ray-tracing, we will move on to acceleration structures, the physics of light transport, appearance modeling and global illumination principles and algorithms. We will end with an overview of modern image-based image synthesis techniques, covering topics such as lightfields and depth-image based rendering.
Skriptno
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesPrerequisites:
Fundamentals of calculus and linear algebra, basic concepts of algorithms and data structures, programming skills in C++, Visual Computing course recommended.
The programming assignments will be in C++. This will not be taught in the class.
327-0501-00LMetalle IW3 KP2V + 1UR. Spolenak
KurzbeschreibungAuffrischung und Vertiefung der Versetzungstheorie. Mechanische Eigenschaften von Metallen: Härtungsmechanismen, Hochtemperaturplastizität, Legierungseffekte. Fallbeispiele der Legierungseinstellung zur Illustration der Mechanismen.
LernzielAuffrischung und Vertiefung der Versetzungstheorie. Mechanische Eigenschaften von Metallen: Härtungsmechanismen, Hochtemperaturplastizität, Legierungseffekte. Fallbeispiele der Legierungseinstellung zur Illustration der Mechanismen.
InhaltVersetzungstheorie:
Eigenschaften von Versetzungen, Versetzungsbewegung, Wechselwirkungen von Versetzungen mit Versetzungen und Grenzflächen
Konsequenzen von Versetzungsaufspaltung, Immobilisierung von Versetzungen
Härtungstheorie:
a. Mischkristallhärtung: Fallbeispiele an Kupfernickel- und Eisenkohlenstofflegierungen
b. Ausscheidungshärtung: Fallbeispiele an Aluminiumkupferlegierungen
Hochtemperaturplastizität:
Thermisch aktiviertes Versetzungsgleiten
Versetzungskriechen
Diffusionskriechen: Coble, Nabarro-Herring
Verformungsmechanismuskarten
Fallbeispiele an Turbinenschaufeln
Superplastizität
Legierungsmassnahmen
LiteraturGottstein, Physikalische Grundlagen der Materialkunde, Springer Verlag
Haasen, Physikalische Metallkunde, Springer Verlag
Rösler/Harders/Bäker, Mechanisches Verhalten der Werkstoffe, Teubner Verlag
Porter/Easterling, Transformations in Metals and Alloys, Chapman & Hall
Hull/Bacon, Introduction to Dislocations, Butterworth & Heinemann
Courtney, Mechanical Behaviour of Materials, McGraw-Hill
327-4101-00LDurability of Engineering MaterialsW2 KP2GJ. M. Wheeler
KurzbeschreibungBasics of fracture mechanics, an engineering discipline that draws upon the principles of applied mechanics and materials science. The course gives the tools to a successful application of fracture mechanics concepts to failure analysis.
LernzielThe students should know the possibilities and limitations of the use of “standard” materials as well as get an idea of new innovative development to prevent failure problems. It is an introduction to the field of fracture mechanics, an engineering discipline that draws upon the principles of applied mechanics and materials science. Cracks and crack-like defects are evaluated with a view to understanding and predicting the cracks' growth tendencies. Such growth may be either stable (relatively slow and safe) or unstable (instantaneous and catastrophic). The course gives the tools to a successful application of fracture mechanics concepts to failure analysis.
InhaltCrack-flaws cannot be neglected in engineering analysis. Even microscopic crack flaws can grow over time, ultimately resulting in fractured components. Structures that may have been blindly deemed "safe" could fail disastrously, causing injuries to its users, or the loss of life. Fracture mechanics can be used to:

* Determine how large a crack can be in a structure before it leads to catastrophic failure
* Predict the rate at which a crack can approach a critical size due to fatigue loads or aggressive environmental conditions

The topics covered are

* Introduction to Linear Elastic Fracture Mechanics (LEFM): crack tip stress, strain and displacement fields in linear elastic materials (Modes I, II and III); the stress-intensity factor, K; the fracture toughness KIc and their determination; fracture criterion
* Estimates of crack plastic zones in ductile materials
* The compliance method; experimental determination of compliance
* Introduction to fracture mechanics of nonlinear materials: the J-integral; the JIc fracture criterion; JIc testing
* Application of fracture mechanics concepts in the analysis of subcritical crack growth (fatigue, stress corrosion cracking, creep and their combinations)
* Lifetime determination and prediction; failure analysis.
SkriptCopy of the overheads
LiteraturT.L. Anderson, Fracture Mechanics, Fundamentals and Applications, CRC Press

K.H. Schwalbe, Bruchmechanik, Carl Hanser Verlag
351-0555-00LOpen- and User Innovation Information W3 KP2GS. Häfliger, S. Spaeth
KurzbeschreibungThe course introduces the students to the long-standing tradition of actively involving users of technology and other knowledge-intensive products in the development and production process, and through own cases they develop an entrepreneurial understanding of product development under distributed, user-centered, or open innovation strategies.
LernzielThe course includes both lectures and exercises alternately. The goal is to understand the opportunity of user innovation for management and develop strategies to harness the value of user-developed ideas and contributions for firms and other organizations.

The students actively participate in discussions during the lectures and contribute presentations of case studies during the exercises. The combination should allow to compare theory with practical cases from various industries.

The course presents and builds upon recent research and challenges the students to devise innovation strategies that take into account the availability of user expertise, free and public knowledge, and the interaction with communities that span beyond one organization.

Grading is based on the final exam, the class presentations (including the slides) as well as class participation.
InhaltThis course on user innovation extends courses on knowledge management and innovation as well as marketing. The students are introduced to the long-standing tradition of actively involving users of technology and other knowledge-intensive products in the development and production process, and through own cases they develop an entrepreneurial understanding of product development under distributed, user-centered, or open innovation strategies. Theoretical underpinnings taught in the course include models of innovation, the structuration of technology, and an introduction to entrepreneurship.
SkriptThe slides of the lectures are made available and updated continuously through the SMI website:
LiteraturRelevant literature for the exam includes the slides and the reading assignments. The corresponding papers are either available from the author online or distributed during class.

Reading assignments: please consult the SMI website:
363-0445-00LProduction and Operations ManagementW3 KP2GT. Netland, P. Schönsleben
KurzbeschreibungThis core course on Production and Operations Management provides the students insights into the basic theories, principles, concepts, and techniques used to design, analyze, and improve the operational capabilities of an organization.
LernzielStudents learn why and how operations can be a competitive weapon; how to design, plan, control, and manage production and service processes; how to improve effectiveness and efficiency in operations; how to take advantage of new technological advancements; and how environmental and social concerns affect decisions in global production networks.
InhaltThe course covers the most fundamental strategic and tactical concepts in production and operations management. The lectures cover: Introduction to POM; Operations strategy; Capacity management; Production planning and control; Production philosophies; Lean management; Performance measurement; Problem solving; Service operations; New technologies in POM; Servitization; Global production; and Triple-bottom line.
LiteraturPaton, S.; Clegg, B.; Hsuan, J.; Pilkington, A. (2011) Operations Management, 1st ed., McGraw Hill.
363-0445-02LProduction and Operations Management (Additional Cases)W1 KP2AT. Netland, P. Schönsleben
KurzbeschreibungExtension to course 363-0445-00 Production and Operations Management.
LernzielExtension to course 363-0445-00 Production and Operations Management.
InhaltAdditional cases to course 363-0445-00 Production and Operations Management.
363-0541-00LSystems Dynamics and ComplexityW3 KP3GF. Schweitzer, G. Casiraghi, V. Nanumyan
KurzbeschreibungFinding solutions: what is complexity, problem solving cycle.

Implementing solutions: project management, critical path method, quality control feedback loop.

Controlling solutions: Vensim software, feedback cycles, control parameters, instabilities, chaos, oscillations and cycles, supply and demand, production functions, investment and consumption
LernzielA successful participant of the course is able to:
- understand why most real problems are not simple, but require solution methods that go beyond algorithmic and mathematical approaches
- apply the problem solving cycle as a systematic approach to identify problems and their solutions
- calculate project schedules according to the critical path method
- setup and run systems dynamics models by means of the Vensim software
- identify feedback cycles and reasons for unintended systems behavior
- analyse the stability of nonlinear dynamical systems and apply this to macroeconomic dynamics
InhaltWhy are problems not simple? Why do some systems behave in an unintended way? How can we model and control their dynamics? The course provides answers to these questions by using a broad range of methods encompassing systems oriented management, classical systems dynamics, nonlinear dynamics and macroeconomic modeling.
The course is structured along three main tasks:
1. Finding solutions
2. Implementing solutions
3. Controlling solutions

PART 1 introduces complexity as a system immanent property that cannot be simplified. It introduces the problem solving cycle, used in systems oriented management, as an approach to structure problems and to find solutions.

PART 2 discusses selected problems of project management when implementing solutions. Methods for identifying the critical path of subtasks in a project and for calculating the allocation of resources are provided. The role of quality control as an additional feedback loop and the consequences of small changes are discussed.

PART 3, by far the largest part of the course, provides more insight into the dynamics of existing systems. Examples come from biology (population dynamics), management (inventory modeling, technology adoption, production systems) and economics (supply and demand, investment and consumption). For systems dynamics models, the software program VENSIM is used to evaluate the dynamics. For economic models analytical approaches, also used in nonlinear dynamics and control theory, are applied. These together provide a systematic understanding of the role of feedback loops and instabilities in the dynamics of systems. Emphasis is on oscillating phenomena, such as business cycles and other life cycles.

Weekly self-study tasks are used to apply the concepts introduced in the lectures and to come to grips with the software program VENSIM.
SkriptThe lecture slides are provided as handouts - including notes and literature sources - to registered students only. All material is to be found on the Moodle platform. More details during the first lecture
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesSelf-study tasks (discussion exercises, Vensim exercises) are provided as home work. Weekly exercise sessions (45 min) are used to discuss selected solutions. Regular participation in the exercises is an efficient way to understand the concepts relevant for the final exam.
363-0711-00LAccounting for ManagersW3 KP2VM. Passardi
KurzbeschreibungOverview of financial and managerial accounting
Accounting for current and fixed assets
Liabilities and owner’s equity
Recording change in balance sheet
Measuring financial performance
Managing financial reporting
Full and variable costing system
Using accounting information for decision making purposes
LernzielUnderstand the different procedures involved in the accounting system
Record change in financial position
Measure business income
Prepare final accounts
Understand the principles of cost accounting
Calculate the different product costs
Make decisions about the acceptance or rejection of a particular product
InhaltFinancial Accounting: Balance sheet, income statement, double-entry accounting, journal and ledger, accounting for merchandising activities, value-added tax, adjustments before final accounts, provisions, depreciation, valuation,

Managerial Accounting: Full costing, variable costing, cost-volume profit, break-even analysis, activity-based costing

Exercises
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesThis course is a prerequisite for the course Financial Management.
376-1177-00LHuman Factors IW2 KP2VM. Menozzi Jäckli, R. Huang, M. Siegrist
KurzbeschreibungEvery day humans interact with various systems. Strategies of interaction, individual needs, physical & mental abilities, and system properties are important factors in controlling the quality and performance in interaction processes. In the lecture, factors are investigated by basic scientific approaches. Discussed topics are important for optimizing people's satisfaction & overall performance.
LernzielThe goal of the lecture is to empower students in better understanding the applied theories, principles, and methods in various applications. Students are expected to learn about how to enable an efficient and qualitatively high standing interaction between human and the environment, considering costs, benefits, health, and safety as well. Thus, an ergonomic design and evaluation process of products, tasks, and environments may be promoted in different disciplines. The goal is achieved in addressing a broad variety of topics and embedding the discussion in macroscopic factors such as the behavior of consumers and objectives of economy.
Inhalt- Physiological, physical, and cognitive factors in sensation and perception
- Body spaces and functional anthropometry, Digital Human Models
- Experimental techniques in assessing human performance and well-being
- Human factors and ergonomics in system designs, product development and innovation
- Human information processing and biological cybernetics
- Interaction among consumers, environments, behavior, and tasks
Literatur- Gavriel Salvendy, Handbook of Human Factors and Ergonomics, 4th edition (2012), is available on NEBIS as electronic version and for free to ETH students
- Further textbooks are introduced in the lecture
- Brouchures, checklists, key articles etc. are uploaded in ILIAS
376-1219-00LRehabilitation Engineering II: Rehabilitation of Sensory and Vegetative FunctionsW3 KP2VR. Riener, R. Gassert, L. Marchal Crespo
KurzbeschreibungRehabilitation Engng is the application of science and technology to ameliorate the handicaps of individuals with disabilities to reintegrate them into society.The goal is to present classical and new rehabilitation engineering principles applied to compensate or enhance motor, sensory, and cognitive deficits. Focus is on the restoration and treatment of the human sensory and vegetative system.
LernzielProvide knowledge on the anatomy and physiology of the human sensory system, related dysfunctions and pathologies, and how rehabilitation engineering can provide sensory restoration and substitution.

This lecture is independent from Rehabilitation Engineering I. Thus, both lectures can be visited in arbitrary order.
InhaltIntroduction, problem definition, overview
Rehabilitation of visual function
- Anatomy and physiology of the visual sense
- Technical aids (glasses, sensor substitution)
- Retina and cortex implants
Rehabilitation of hearing function
- Anatomy and physiology of the auditory sense
- Hearing aids
- Cochlea Implants
Rehabilitation and use of kinesthetic and tactile function
- Anatomy and physiology of the kinesthetic and tactile sense
- Tactile/haptic displays for motion therapy (incl. electrical stimulation)
- Role of displays in motor learning
Rehabilitation of vestibular function
- Anatomy and physiology of the vestibular sense
- Rehabilitation strategies and devices (e.g. BrainPort)
Rehabilitation of vegetative Functions
- Cardiac Pacemaker
- Phrenic stimulation, artificial breathing aids
- Bladder stimulation, artificial sphincter
Brain stimulation and recording
- Deep brain stimulation for patients with Parkinson, epilepsy, depression
- Brain-Computer Interfaces
LiteraturIntroductory Books:

An Introduction to Rehabilitation Engineering. R. A. Cooper, H. Ohnabe, D. A. Hobson (Eds.). Taylor & Francis, 2007.

Principles of Neural Science. E. R. Kandel, J. H. Schwartz, T. M Jessell (Eds.). Mc Graw Hill, New York, 2000.

Force and Touch Feedback for Virtual Reality. G. C. Burdea (Ed.). Wiley, New York, 1996 (available on NEBIS).

Human Haptic Perception, Basics and Applications. M. Grunwald (Ed.). Birkhäuser, Basel, 2008.

The Sense of Touch and Its Rendering, Springer Tracts in Advanced Robotics 45, A. Bicchi et al.(Eds). Springer-Verlag Berlin, 2008.

Interaktive und autonome Systeme der Medizintechnik - Funktionswiederherstellung und Organersatz. Herausgeber: J. Werner, Oldenbourg Wissenschaftsverlag 2005.

Neural prostheses - replacing motor function after desease or disability. Eds.: R. Stein, H. Peckham, D. Popovic. New York and Oxford: Oxford University Press.

Advances in Rehabilitation Robotics - Human-Friendly Technologies on Movement Assistance and Restoration for People with Disabilities. Eds: Z.Z. Bien, D. Stefanov (Lecture Notes in Control and Information Science, No. 306). Springer Verlag Berlin 2004.

Intelligent Systems and Technologies in Rehabilitation Engineering. Eds: H.N.L. Teodorescu, L.C. Jain (International Series on Computational Intelligence). CRC Press Boca Raton, 2001.


Selected Journal Articles and Web Links:

Abbas, J., Riener, R. (2001) Using mathematical models and advanced control systems techniques to enhance neuroprosthesis function. Neuromodulation 4, pp. 187-195.

Bach-y-Rita P., Tyler M., and Kaczmarek K (2003). Seeing with the brain. International journal of human-computer-interaction, 15(2):285-295.

Burdea, G., Popescu, V., Hentz, V., and Colbert, K. (2000): Virtual reality-based orthopedic telerehabilitation, IEEE Trans. Rehab. Eng., 8, pp. 430-432
Colombo, G., Jörg, M., Schreier, R., Dietz, V. (2000) Treadmill training of paraplegic patients using a robotic orthosis. Journal of Rehabilitation Research and Development, vol. 37, pp. 693-700.

Hayward, V. (2008): A Brief Taxonomy of Tactile Illusions and
Demonstrations That Can Be Done In a Hardware Store. Brain Research Bulletin, Vol 75, No 6, pp 742-752

Krebs, H.I., Hogan, N., Aisen, M.L., Volpe, B.T. (1998): Robot-aided neurorehabilitation, IEEE Trans. Rehab. Eng., 6, pp. 75-87

Levesque. V. (2005). Blindness, technology and haptics. Technical report, McGill University. Available at: Link

Quintern, J. (1998) Application of functional electrical stimulation in paraplegic patients. NeuroRehabilitation 10, pp. 205-250.

Riener, R., Nef, T., Colombo, G. (2005) Robot-aided neurorehabilitation for the upper extremities. Medical & Biological Engineering & Computing 43(1), pp. 2-10.

Riener, R. (1999) Model-based development of neuroprostheses for paraplegic patients. Royal Philosophical Transactions: Biological Sciences 354, pp. 877-894.

The vOICe. Link.

VideoTact, ForeThought Development, LLC. Link
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesTarget Group:
Students of higher semesters and PhD students of
- D-MAVT, D-ITET, D-INFK, D-HEST
- Biomedical Engineering, Robotics, Systems and Control
- Medical Faculty, University of Zurich
Students of other departments, faculties, courses are also welcome
This lecture is independent from Rehabilitation Engineering I. Thus, both lectures can be visited in arbitrary order.
401-0647-00LIntroduction to Mathematical Optimization Information W5 KP2V + 1UD. Adjiashvili
KurzbeschreibungIntroduction to basic techniques and problems in mathematical optimization, and their applications to problems in engineering.
LernzielThe goal of the course is to obtain a good understanding of some of the most fundamental mathematical optimization techniques used to solve linear programs and basic combinatorial optimization problems. The students will also practice applying the learned models to problems in engineering.
InhaltTopics covered in this course include:
- Linear programming (simplex method, duality theory, shadow prices, ...).
- Basic combinatorial optimization problems (spanning trees, network flows, knapsack problem, ...).
- Modelling with mathematical optimization: applications of mathematical programming in engineering.
LiteraturInformation about relevant literature will be given in the lecture.
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesThis course is meant for students who did not already attend the course "Mathematical Optimization", which is a more advance lecture covering similar topics and more.
402-0801-66LMechanical MetamaterialsW4 KP2V + 1US. Huber
KurzbeschreibungA mechanical metamaterial derives its static or dynamic properties not from its microscopic composition but rather through its clever engineering at larger scales. In this course we introduce the basic principles behind the design of modern mechanical metamaterials such as the use of Bragg scattering, local resonances, topological band-structures, and non-linear effects.
LernzielThe students should get acquainted with a modern toolbox in the design of mechanical metamaterials. Equipped with the knowledge of the key design principles, the students will be able to choose the appropriate approach to create a metamaterial with a pre-defined functionality either for dynamic applications such as vibration isolation, wave-guiding, or the design of a heat-diode, or static properties such as stress absorption or the design of mechanisms used in robotics.
Inhalt1.) Wave propagation in continuous systems
2.) Wave properties
3.) Discrete systems
4.) Local resonances
5.) Topology by example
6.) Topological classification
7.) Static systems
8.) Non-linear waves
SkriptHand-outs will be available in class.
Robotics, Systems and Control
NummerTitelTypECTSUmfangDozierende
151-0104-00LUncertainty Quantification for Engineering & Life Sciences Belegung eingeschränkt - Details anzeigen
Findet dieses Semester nicht statt.
Number of participants limited to 60.
W4 KP3GP. Koumoutsakos
KurzbeschreibungQuantification of uncertainties in computational models pertaining to applications in engineering and life sciences. Exploitation of massively available data to develop computational models with quantifiable predictive capabilities. Applications of Uncertainty Quantification and Propagation to problems in mechanics, control, systems and cell biology.
LernzielThe course will teach fundamental concept of Uncertainty Quantification and Propagation (UQ+P) for computational models of systems in Engineering and Life Sciences. Emphasis will be placed on practical and computational aspects of UQ+P including the implementation of relevant algorithms in multicore architectures.
InhaltTopics that will be covered include: Uncertainty quantification under
parametric and non-parametric modelling uncertainty, Bayesian inference with model class assessment, Markov Chain Monte Carlo simulation, prior and posterior reliability analysis.
SkriptThe class will be largely based on the book: Data Analysis: A Bayesian Tutorial by Devinderjit Sivia as well as on class notes and related literature that will be distributed in class.
Literatur1. Data Analysis: A Bayesian Tutorial by Devinderjit Sivia
2. Probability Theory: The Logic of Science by E. T. Jaynes
3. Class Notes
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesFundamentals of Probability, Fundamentals of Computational Modeling
151-0107-20LHigh Performance Computing for Science and Engineering (HPCSE) IW4 KP4GM. Troyer, P. Chatzidoukas
KurzbeschreibungThis course gives an introduction into algorithms and numerical methods for parallel computing for multi and many-core architectures and for applications from problems in science and engineering.
LernzielIntroduction to HPC for scientists and engineers
Fundamental of:
1. Parallel Computing Architectures
2. MultiCores
3. ManyCores
InhaltProgramming models and languages:
1. C++ threading (2 weeks)
2. OpenMP (4 weeks)
3. MPI (5 weeks)

Computers and methods:
1. Hardware and architectures
2. Libraries
3. Particles: N-body solvers
4. Fields: PDEs
5. Stochastics: Monte Carlo
SkriptLink
Class notes, handouts
151-0532-00LNonlinear Dynamics and Chaos I Information W4 KP2V + 2UG. Haller, F. Kogelbauer
KurzbeschreibungBasic facts about nonlinear systems; stability and near-equilibrium dynamics; bifurcations; dynamical systems on the plane; non-autonomous dynamical systems; chaotic dynamics.
LernzielThis course is intended for Masters and Ph.D. students in engineering sciences, physics and applied mathematics who are interested in the behavior of nonlinear dynamical systems. It offers an introduction to the qualitative study of nonlinear physical phenomena modeled by differential equations or discrete maps. We discuss applications in classical mechanics, electrical engineering, fluid mechanics, and biology. A more advanced Part II of this class is offered every other year.
Inhalt(1) Basic facts about nonlinear systems: Existence, uniqueness, and dependence on initial data.

(2) Near equilibrium dynamics: Linear and Lyapunov stability

(3) Bifurcations of equilibria: Center manifolds, normal forms, and elementary bifurcations

(4) Nonlinear dynamical systems on the plane: Phase plane techniques, limit sets, and limit cycles.

(5) Time-dependent dynamical systems: Floquet theory, Poincare maps, averaging methods, resonance
SkriptThe class lecture notes will be posted electronically after each lecture. Students should not rely on these but prepare their own notes during the lecture.
Voraussetzungen / Besonderes- Prerequisites: Analysis, linear algebra and a basic course in differential equations.

- Exam: two-hour written exam in English.

- Homework: A homework assignment will be due roughly every other week. Hints to solutions will be posted after the homework due dates.
151-0563-01LDynamic Programming and Optimal Control Information W4 KP2V + 1UR. D'Andrea
KurzbeschreibungIntroduction to Dynamic Programming and Optimal Control.
LernzielCovers the fundamental concepts of Dynamic Programming & Optimal Control.
InhaltDynamic Programming Algorithm; Deterministic Systems and Shortest Path Problems; Infinite Horizon Problems, Bellman Equation; Deterministic Continuous-Time Optimal Control.
LiteraturDynamic Programming and Optimal Control by Dimitri P. Bertsekas, Vol. I, 3rd edition, 2005, 558 pages, hardcover.
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesRequirements: Knowledge of advanced calculus, introductory probability theory, and matrix-vector algebra.
151-0567-00LEngine Systems Information W4 KP3GC. Onder
KurzbeschreibungEinführung in heutige und zukünftige Verbrennungsmotorsysteme, insbesondere deren elektronische Steuerungen und Regelungen
LernzielModerne Methoden der Systemoptimierung und Regelung am Beispiel "Verbrennungsmotor" kennenlernen und an realen Motoren einüben. Aufbau und Funktionsweise von Antriebssystemen verstehen und quantitativ beschreiben können.
InhaltPhysikalische Phänomene und mathematische Modelle von Komponenten und Systemen (Gemischbildung, Laststeuerung, Aufladung, Emissionen, Antriebsstrangkomponenten, etc.). Fallstudien zum Thema modellbasierte optimale Auslegung und Steuerung / Regelung von Motorsystemen mit dem Ziel, Verbrauch und Schadstoffemissionen zu minimieren.
SkriptIntroduction to Modeling and Control of Internal Combustion Engine Systems
Guzzella Lino, Onder Christopher H.
2010, Second Edition, 354 p., hardbound
ISBN: 978-3-642-10774-0
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesKombinierte Haus- und Laborübung Motoren (Lambda- oder Leerlaufdrehzahlregelung), in Gruppen
151-0569-00LVehicle Propulsion Systems Information W4 KP3GC. Onder, P. Elbert
KurzbeschreibungEinführung in heutige und zukünftige Fahrzeugantriebssysteme, insbesondere in elektronische Steuerungen und Regelungen der Längsdynamik
LernzielModerne Methoden der Systemoptimierung und Regelung am Beispiel "Fahrzeug" kennenlernen. Aufbau und Funktionsweise von konventionellen und neuen Antriebssystemen verstehen und quantitativ beschreiben können
InhaltPhysikalische Phänomene und mathematische Modelle von Komponenten und Systemen (Schalt-, Automaten- und kontinuierliche Getriebe, unkonventionelle Energiespeicher, Elektroantriebe, Batterien, Hybridantriebe, Brennstoffzellensysteme, Rad/Strasse-Schnittstellen, automatische Bremssysteme (ABS), etc.).

Mathematische Methoden, CAE-Tools und Fallstudien zum Thema modellbasierte Auslegung und Steuerung / Regelung von Fahrzeugsystemen mit dem Ziel, Verbrauch und Schadstoffemissionen zu minimieren.
SkriptVehicle Propulsion Systems --
Introduction to Modeling and Optimization
Guzzella Lino, Sciarretta Antonio
2013, X, 409 p. 202 illus., Geb.
ISBN: 978-3-642-35912-5
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesVorlesungen von Dr. Ch. Onder auch in Deutsch möglich
151-0573-00LSystemmodellierung Information W4 KP2V + 2UG. Ducard, C. Onder
KurzbeschreibungMethoden der theoretischen und experimentellen Modellbildung für regelungstechnische Zwecke. Modellparametrierung und Parameteridentifikationsmethoden. Analyse von linearen Systemen, Modellskalierung, Linearisierung, Ordnungsreduktion und Balancing. Grundlegende Analysemöglichkeiten für nichtlineare Systeme.
LernzielVermitteln der Grundkenntnisse der Modellbildung in der Regelungstechnik. Analyse und Optimierung linearer und nichtlinearer Systeme. Parameteridentifikation. Erfahrungen sammeln an konkreten Fallstudien.
InhaltMethoden der theoretischen und experimentellen Modellbildung für regelungstechnische Zwecke.

Beispiele: mechatronische, thermodynamische, chemische, fluiddynamische, energie- und verfahrenstechnische Systeme. Modellskalierung, Linearisierung, Ordnungsreduktion und Balancing. Identifikationstechniken (Methode der kleinsten Quadrate).

Fallstudien in der Vorlesung: Lautsprecher, Wasserrakete, geostationäre Satelliten, etc.
SkriptDas Skript in englischer Sprache wird in der ersten Lektion verkauft.
LiteraturEine Literaturliste ist im Skript enthalten.
151-0593-00LEmbedded Control SystemsW4 KP6GJ. S. Freudenberg, M. Schmid Daners, C. Onder
KurzbeschreibungThis course provides a comprehensive overview of embedded control systems. The concepts introduced are implemented and verified on a microprocessor-controlled haptic device.
LernzielFamiliarize students with main architectural principles and concepts of embedded control systems.
InhaltAn embedded system is a microprocessor used as a component in another piece of technology, such as cell phones or automobiles. In this intensive two-week block course the students are presented the principles of embedded digital control systems using a haptic device as an example for a mechatronic system. A haptic interface allows for a human to interact with a computer through the sense of touch.

Subjects covered in lectures and practical lab exercises include:
- The application of C-programming on a microprocessor
- Digital I/O and serial communication
- Quadrature decoding for wheel position sensing
- Queued analog-to-digital conversion to interface with the analog world
- Pulse width modulation
- Timer interrupts to create sampling time intervals
- System dynamics and virtual worlds with haptic feedback
- Introduction to rapid prototyping
SkriptLecture notes, lab instructions, supplemental material
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesPrerequisite courses are Control Systems I and Informatics I.

This course is restricted to 33 students due to limited lab infrastructure. Interested students please contact Marianne Schmid (E-Mail: Link)
After your reservation has been confirmed please register online at Link.

Detailed information can be found on the course website
Link
151-0601-00LTheory of Robotics and Mechatronics Information W4 KP3GP. Korba, S. Stoeter, B. Nelson
KurzbeschreibungThis course provides an introduction and covers the fundamentals of the field, including rigid motions, homogeneous transformations, forward and inverse kinematics of multiple degree of freedom manipulators, velocity kinematics, motion planning, trajectory generation, sensing, vision, and control. It’s a requirement for the Robotics Vertiefung and for the Masters in Mechatronics and Microsystems.
LernzielRobotics is often viewed from three perspectives: perception (sensing), manipulation (affecting changes in the world), and cognition (intelligence). Robotic systems integrate aspects of all three of these areas. This course provides an introduction to the theory of robotics, and covers the fundamentals of the field, including rigid motions, homogeneous transformations, forward and inverse kinematics of multiple degree of freedom manipulators, velocity kinematics, motion planning, trajectory generation, sensing, vision, and control. This course is a requirement for the Robotics Vertiefung and for the Masters in Mechatronics and Microsystems.
InhaltAn introduction to the theory of robotics, and covers the fundamentals of the field, including rigid motions, homogeneous transformations, forward and inverse kinematics of multiple degree of freedom manipulators, velocity kinematics, motion planning, trajectory generation, sensing, vision, and control.
Skriptavailable.
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesThe course will be taught in English.
151-0604-00LMicrorobotics Information
Findet dieses Semester nicht statt.
W4 KP3GB. Nelson
KurzbeschreibungMicrorobotics is an interdisciplinary field that combines aspects of robotics, micro and nanotechnology, biomedical engineering, and materials science. The aim of this course is to expose students to the fundamentals of this emerging field. Throughout the course students are expected to submit assignments. The course concludes with an end-of-semester examination.
LernzielThe objective of this course is to expose students to the fundamental aspects of the emerging field of microrobotics. This includes a focus on physical laws that predominate at the microscale, technologies for fabricating small devices, bio-inspired design, and applications of the field.
InhaltMain topics of the course include:
- Scaling laws at micro/nano scales
- Electrostatics
- Electromagnetism
- Low Reynolds number flows
- Observation tools
- Materials and fabrication methods
- Applications of biomedical microrobots
SkriptThe powerpoint slides presented in the lectures will be made available in hardcopy and as pdf files. Several readings will also be made available electronically.
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesThe lecture will be taught in English.
151-0623-00LETH Zurich Distinguished Seminar in Robotics, Systems and Controls Information
Students for other Master's programmes in Department Mechanical and Process Engineering cannot use the credit in the category Core Courses
W1 KP1SB. Nelson, J. Buchli, M. Chli, R. Gassert, M. Hutter, W. Karlen, R. Riener, R. Siegwart
KurzbeschreibungThis course consists of a series of seven lectures given by researchers who have distinguished themselves in the area of Robotics, Systems, and Controls.
LernzielObtain an overview of various topics in Robotics, Systems, and Controls from leaders in the field. Please see Link for a list of upcoming lectures.
InhaltThis course consists of a series of seven lectures given by researchers who have distinguished themselves in the area of Robotics, Systems, and Controls. MSc students in Robotics, Systems, and Controls are required to attend every lecture. Attendance will be monitored. If for some reason a student cannot attend one of the lectures, the student must select another ETH or University of Zurich seminar related to the field and submit a one page description of the seminar topic. Please see Link for a suggestion of other lectures.
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesStudents are required to attend all seven lectures to obtain credit. If a student must miss a lecture then attendance at a related special lecture will be accepted that is reported in a one page summary of the attended lecture. No exceptions to this rule are allowed.
151-0632-00LVision Algorithms for Mobile Robotics Information Belegung eingeschränkt - Details anzeigen
Maximale Teilnehmerzahl: 50
W4 KP2V + 2UD. Scaramuzza
KurzbeschreibungFor a robot to be autonomous, it has to perceive and understand the world around it. This course introduces you to the fundamental computer vision algorithms used in mobile robotics, in particular: feature extraction, multiple view geometry, dense reconstruction, object tracking, image retrieval, event-based vision, and visual-inertial odometry (the algorithm behind Google Tango).
LernzielLearn the fundamental computer vision algorithms used in mobile robotics, in particular: feature extraction, multiple view geometry, dense reconstruction, object tracking, image retrieval, event-based vision, and visual-inertial odometry (the algorithm behind Google Tango).
InhaltFor a robot to be autonomous, it has to perceive and understand the world around it. This course introduces you to the fundamental computer vision algorithms used in mobile robotics, in particular: feature extraction, multiple view geometry, dense reconstruction, object tracking, image retrieval, event-based vision, and visual-inertial odometry (the algorithm behind Google Tango).
SkriptLecture slides will be available after each lecture on the course official website: Link
Literatur[1] Computer Vision: Algorithms and Applications, by Richard Szeliski, Springer, 2010.
[2] Robotics Vision and Control: Fundamental Algorithms, by Peter Corke 2011.
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesBasics of algebra and geomertry, matrix calculus.
151-0655-00LSkills for Creativity and InnovationW4 KP3GI. Goller, C. Kobe, M. Meboldt
KurzbeschreibungThis lecture aims to enhance the knowledge and competency of students regarding their innovation capability. An overview on prerequisites of and different skills for creativity and innovation in individual & team settings is given. The focus of this lecture is clearly on building competencies - not just acquiring knowledge.
Lernziel- Basic knowledge about creativity and skills
- Knowledge about individual prerequisites for creativity
- Development of individual skills for creativity
- Knowledge about teams
- Development of team-oriented skills for creativity
- Knowledge and know-how about transfer to idea generation teams
InhaltBasic knowledge about creativity and skills:
- Introduction into creativity & innovation: definitions and models

Knowledge about individual prerequisites for creativity:
- Personality, motivation, intelligence

Development of individual skills for creativity:
- Focus on creativity as problem analysis & solving
- Individual skills in theoretical models
- Individual competencies: exercises and reflection

Knowledge about teams:
- Definitions and models
- Roles in innovation processes

Development of team-oriented skills for creativity:
- Idea generation and development in teams
- Cooperation & communication in innovation teams

Knowledge and know-how about transfer to idea generation teams:
- Self-reflection & development planning
- Methods of knowledge transfer
SkriptSlides, script and other documents will be distributed via moodle.ethz.ch
(access only for students registered to this course)
LiteraturPlease refer to lecture script.
151-0727-00LFertigungstechnisches KolloquiumW4 KP3KK. Wegener, F. Kuster
KurzbeschreibungWeiterbildungsveranstaltung zu ausgewählten aktuellen Themen der Fertigungstechnik. Pro Nachmittag wird ein ausgewähltes Thema in mehreren Vorträgen, mehrheitlich durch Referenten aus der Industrie, vorgestellt und diskutiert.
Die Studierenden erstellen eine Zusammenfassung der Vorträge und bereiten sich auf die Prüfung mit Hilfe dieser Aufzeichnungen und eigenen Recherchen vor.
LernzielStändige Weiterbildung zu aktuellen Themen der Fertigungstechnik. Wissens- und Erfahrungsaustausch mit der Industrie und anderen Hochschulen.
InhaltAusgewählte aktuelle Themen der Fertigungstechnik, d.h. ständig wechselnder Inhalt.
Skriptkein Skript
Voraussetzungen / Besonderes- Studierende müssen die Kurse Fertigungstechnik I, Produktionsmaschinen I und Umformtechnik III - Umformtechnische Verfahren besucht und abgeschlossen haben.

- Weiterbildungsveranstaltung mit Fachvorträgen und grosser Beteiligung aus der Industrie.
151-0851-00LRobot Dynamics Information Belegung eingeschränkt - Details anzeigen W4 KP2V + 1UM. Hutter, R. Siegwart, T. Stastny
KurzbeschreibungWe will provide an overview on how to kinematically and dynamically model typical robotic systems such as robot arms, legged robots, rotary wing systems, or fixed wing.
LernzielThe primary objective of this course is that the student deepens an applied understanding of how to model the most common robotic systems. The student receives a solid background in kinematics, dynamics, and rotations of multi-body systems. On the basis of state of the art applications, he/she will learn all necessary tools to work in the field of design or control of robotic systems.
InhaltThe course consists of three parts: First, we will refresh and deepen the student's knowledge in kinematics, dynamics, and rotations of multi-body systems. In this context, the learning material will build upon the courses for mechanics and dynamics available at ETH, with the particular focus on their application to robotic systems. The goal is to foster the conceptual understanding of similarities and differences among the various types of robots. In the second part, we will apply the learned material to classical robotic arms as well as legged systems and discuss kinematic constraints and interaction forces. In the third part, focus is put on modeling fixed wing aircraft, along with related design and control concepts. In this context, we also touch aerodynamics and flight mechanics to an extent typically required in robotics. The last part finally covers different helicopter types, with a focus on quadrotors and the coaxial configuration which we see today in many UAV applications. Case studies on all main topics provide the link to real applications and to the state of the art in robotics.
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesThe contents of the following ETH Bachelor lectures or equivalent are assumed to be known: Mechanics and Dynamics, Control, Basics in Fluid Dynamics.
151-0917-00LMass TransferW4 KP2V + 2UR. Büchel, S. E. Pratsinis
KurzbeschreibungDiese Vorlesung behandelt Grundlagen der Transportvorgänge, wobei das Hauptaugenmerk auf dem Stofftransport liegt. Die physikalische Bedeutung der Grundgesetze des Stofftransports wird dargestellt und quantitativ beschrieben. Des weiteren wird die Anwendung dieser Prinzipien am Beispiel relevanter ingenieurtechnischer Problemstellungen aufgezeigt.
LernzielDiese Vorlesung behandelt Grundlagen der Transportvorgänge, wobei das Hauptaugenmerk auf dem Stofftransport liegt. Die physikalische Bedeutung der Grundgesetze des Stofftransports wird dargestellt und quantitativ beschrieben. Des weiteren wird die Anwendung dieser Prinzipien am Beispiel relevanter ingenieurtechnischer Problemstellungen aufgezeigt.
InhaltFicksche Gesetze; Anwendungen und Bedeutung von Stofftransport; Vergleich von Fickschen Gesetzen mit Newtonschen und Fourierschen Gesetzen; Herleitung des zweiten Fickschen Gesetzes; Diffusion in verdünnten und konzentrierten Lösungen; Rotierende Scheibe; Dispersion; Diffusionskoeffizient, Gasviskosität und Leitfähigkeit (Pr und Sc); Brownsche Bewegung; Stokes-Einstein-Gleichung; Stofftransportkoeffizienten (Nu und Sh-Zahlen); Stoffaustausch über Grenzflächen; Reynolds- und Chilton-Colburn-Analogien für Impuls-, Wärme- und Stofftransport in turbulenten Strömungen; Film-, Penetrations- und Oberflächenerneuerungstheorien; Gleichzeitiger Transport von Stoff und Wärme oder Impuls (Grenzschichten); Homogene und heterogene, reversible und irreversible. Anwendungen Reaktionen; "Diffusionskontrollierte" Reaktionen; Stofftransport und heterogene Reaktion erster Ordnung.
LiteraturCussler, E.L.: "Diffusion", 2nd edition, Cambridge University Press, 1997.
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesEs werden 2 Tests zur Vertiefung des Lernstoffs angeboten. Die Teilnahme ist obligatorisch.
151-1116-00LEinführung in Flug- und FahrzeugaerodynamikW4 KP3GJ. Wildi
KurzbeschreibungFlugzeugaerodynamik: Atmosphäre; Aerodynamische Kräfte (Auftrieb: Profile, Flügel. Widerstand: Restwiderstand, induzierter Widerstand);Schub.
Fahrzeugaerodynamik: Grundlagen: Luft- und Massenkräfte, Widerstand , Auftrieb. Aerodynamik und Fahrleistungen. Personenwagen; Nutzfahrzeuge; Rennfahrzeuge.
LernzielEinführung in die Grundlagen und Zusammenhänge der Flugzeug- und Fahrzeugaerodynamik vermitteln.
Grundlegende Zusammenhänge der Entstehung aerodynamischer Kräfte (insbesondere Auftrieb, Widerstand) verstehen und diese für einfache Konfigurationen von Flugzeugen und Fahrzeugen berechnen können. Den Einfluss der Formgebung von Flugzeug- und Fahrzeugkomponenten auf die Grösse der aerodynamischen Kräfte erklären können. An Beispielen die wesentlichen Probleme und Resultate illustrieren.
Möglichkeiten und Grenzen experimenteller und theoretischer Verfahren zeigen.
InhaltFlugzeugaerodynamik: Atmosphäre; Aerodynamische Kräfte (Auftrieb: Profile, Flügel. Widerstand: Restwiderstand, induzierter Widerstand);Schub (Übersicht der Antriebssysteme, Aerodynamik des Propellers), Einführung in statische Längsstabilität.

Fahrzeugaerodynamik: Grundlagen: Luft- und Massenkräfte, Widerstand , Auftrieb. Aerodynamik und Fahrleistungen. Personenwagen; Nutzfahrzeuge; Rennfahrzeuge
Skript1.) Grundlagen der Flugtechnik
2.) Einführung in die Fahrzeugaerodynamik
LiteraturFlugtechnik:
- Anderson Jr, John D: Introduction to Flight, Mc Graw Hill, Ed 06, 2007; ISBN: 9780073529394
- Mc Cormick, B.W.: Aerodynamics, Aeronautics and Flight Mechanics, John Wiley and Sons, 1979
- Wilcox, David C, Basic Fluid Mechanics. DCW Industries, Inc., 1997
- Schlichting,H. und truckenbrodt, E: Aerodynamik des Flugzeuges (Bd I und II), Springer Verlag, 1960
- Abbott, I. and van Doenhoff, A.: Theory of Wing Sections, McGraw-Hill Book Company, Inc., 1949
- Hoerner, S.F.: Fluid Dynamic Drag, Hoerner Fluid Dynamics, 1951/1965
- Hoerner, S.F.: Fluid Dynamic Lift, Hoerner Fluid Dynamics, 1975
- Perkins, C.D. and Hage, R.E.: Airplane Performance, Stability and Control, John Wiley ans Sons, 1949

Fahrzeugaerodynamik
- Hucho, Wolf-Heinrich: Aerodynamik des Automobils, VDI Verlag, 1994
- Gillespi, Thomas D: Fundamentals of Vehicle Dynamics, SAE, 1992
- Katz Joseph: New Directions in Race Car Aerodynamics, Robert Bentley Publishers, 1995
227-0225-00LLinear System TheoryW6 KP5GM. Kamgarpour
KurzbeschreibungThe class is intended to provide a comprehensive overview of the theory of linear dynamical systems, their use in control, filtering, and estimation and their applications to areas ranging from avionics to systems biology.
LernzielBy the end of the class students should be comfortable with the fundamental results in linear system theory and the mathematical tools used to derive them.
Inhalt- Rings, fields and linear spaces, normed linear spaces and inner product spaces.
- Ordinary differential equations, existence and uniqueness of solutions.
- Continuous and discrete time, time varying linear systems. Time domain solutions. Time invariant systems treated as a special case.
- Controllability and observability, canonical forms, Kalman decomposition. Time invariant systems treated as a special case.
- Stability and stabilization, observers, state and output feedback, separation principle.
- Realization theory.
SkriptF.M. Callier and C.A. Desoer, "Linear System Theory", Springer-Verlag, 1991.
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesPrerequisites: Control Systems I (227-0103-00) or equivalent and sufficient mathematical maturity.
227-0447-00LImage Analysis and Computer Vision Information W6 KP3V + 1UL. Van Gool, O. Göksel, E. Konukoglu
KurzbeschreibungLight and perception. Digital image formation. Image enhancement and feature extraction. Unitary transformations. Color and texture. Image segmentation and deformable shape matching. Motion extraction and tracking. 3D data extraction. Invariant features. Specific object recognition and object class recognition.
LernzielOverview of the most important concepts of image formation, perception and analysis, and Computer Vision. Gaining own experience through practical computer and programming exercises.
InhaltThe first part of the course starts off from an overview of existing and emerging applications that need computer vision. It shows that the realm of image processing is no longer restricted to the factory floor, but is entering several fields of our daily life. First it is investigated how the parameters of the electromagnetic waves are related to our perception. Also the interaction of light with matter is considered. The most important hardware components of technical vision systems, such as cameras, optical devices and illumination sources are discussed. The course then turns to the steps that are necessary to arrive at the discrete images that serve as input to algorithms. The next part describes necessary preprocessing steps of image analysis, that enhance image quality and/or detect specific features. Linear and non-linear filters are introduced for that purpose. The course will continue by analyzing procedures allowing to extract additional types of basic information from multiple images, with motion and depth as two important examples. The estimation of image velocities (optical flow) will get due attention and methods for object tracking will be presented. Several techniques are discussed to extract three-dimensional information about objects and scenes. Finally, approaches for the recognition of specific objects as well as object classes will be discussed and analyzed.
SkriptCourse material Script, computer demonstrations, exercises and problem solutions
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesPrerequisites:
Basic concepts of mathematical analysis and linear algebra. The computer exercises are based on Linux and C.
The course language is English.
227-0517-00LElectrical Drive Systems IIW6 KP4GP. Steimer, G. Scheuer, C. A. Stulz
KurzbeschreibungIn "Antriebssysteme II" werden die Leistungshalbleiter repetiert. Der Aufbau von Umrichtern durch die Kombination von Schaltern/Zellen mit Topologien wird erläutert. Der 3-Punkt-Pulsumrichters mit seinen Schalt- und Transferfunktionen wird vertieft betrachtet. Weitere Schwerpunkte sind die Regelung der Synchronmaschine, von netzseitigen Stromrichtern und Probleme von umrichtergespeisten Maschinen
LernzielDie Studierenden erwerben ein vertieftes Verständnis in Bezug auf die Auslegung der Hauptkomponenten eines kompletten Antriebssystemes, der wesentlichen Interaktionen mit dem Netz bzw. der elektrischen Maschine sowie der dazugehörigen Regelung.
InhaltUmrichtertopologien (Schalter oder Zellen basiert), höherpulsige Diodengleichrichter; Systemaspekte Transformer und elektrische Maschine; 3-Punkt-Pulsumrichter und seine Schalt- und Transferfunktionen; Netzrückwirkungen; Modellierung und Regelung der Synchronmaschine (auch Permanentmagneterregte); Regelung des netzseitigen Stromrichters; Reflexionseffekte beim Einsatz von Leistungskabeln, Isolations- und Lagerbeanspruchung. Exkursion zu ABB Semiconductors.
SkriptWird zu Beginn der Vorlesung verkauft oder kann von Ilias geladen werden.
LiteraturVorlesungsskript; Fachliteratur wird im Skript erwähnt.
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesVoraussetzungen: Elektrische Antriebssysteme I (empfohlen), Grundlagen in Elektrotechnik, Leistungselektronik, Automatik und Mechatronik.
227-0689-00LSystem IdentificationW4 KP2V + 1UR. Smith
KurzbeschreibungTheory and techniques for the identification of dynamic models from experimentally obtained system input-output data.
LernzielTo provide a series of practical techniques for the development of dynamical models from experimental data, with the emphasis being on the development of models suitable for feedback control design purposes. To provide sufficient theory to enable the practitioner to understand the trade-offs between model accuracy, data quality and data quantity.
InhaltIntroduction to modeling: Black-box and grey-box models; Parametric and non-parametric models; ARX, ARMAX (etc.) models.

Predictive, open-loop, black-box identification methods. Time and frequency domain methods. Subspace identification methods.

Optimal experimental design, Cramer-Rao bounds, input signal design.

Parametric identification methods. On-line and batch approaches.

Closed-loop identification strategies. Trade-off between controller performance and information available for identification.
Literatur"System Identification; Theory for the User" Lennart Ljung, Prentice Hall (2nd Ed), 1999.

"Dynamic system identification: Experimental design and data analysis", GC Goodwin and RL Payne, Academic Press, 1977.
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesControl systems (227-0216-00L) or equivalent.
227-0920-00LSeminar in Systems and ControlZ0 KP1SF. Dörfler, R. D'Andrea, J. Lygeros, R. Smith
KurzbeschreibungCurrent topics in Systems and Control presented mostly by external speakers from academia and industry
Lernzielsee above
252-3110-00LHuman Computer Interaction Information W4 KP2V + 1UO. Hilliges, M. Norrie
KurzbeschreibungThe course provides an introduction to the field of human-computer interaction, emphasising the central role of the user in system design. Through detailed case studies, students will be introduced to different methods used to analyse the user experience and shown how these can inform the design of new interfaces, systems and technologies.
LernzielThe goal of the course is that students should understand the principles of user-centred design and be able to apply these in practice.
InhaltThe course will introduce students to various methods of analysing the user experience, showing how these can be used at different stages of system development from requirements analysis through to usability testing. Students will get experience of designing and carrying out user studies as well as analysing results. The course will also cover the basic principles of interaction design. Practical exercises related to touch and gesture-based interaction will be used to reinforce the concepts introduced in the lecture. To get students to further think beyond traditional system design, we will discuss issues related to ambient information and awareness.
263-5210-00LProbabilistic Artificial Intelligence Information W4 KP2V + 1US. Tschiatschek
KurzbeschreibungThis course introduces core modeling techniques and algorithms from statistics, optimization, planning, and control and study applications in areas such as sensor networks, robotics, and the Internet.
LernzielHow can we build systems that perform well in uncertain environments and unforeseen situations? How can we develop systems that exhibit "intelligent" behavior, without prescribing explicit rules? How can we build systems that learn from experience in order to improve their performance? We will study core modeling techniques and algorithms from statistics, optimization, planning, and control and study applications in areas such as sensor networks, robotics, and the Internet. The course is designed for upper-level undergraduate and graduate students.
InhaltTopics covered:
- Search (BFS, DFS, A*), constraint satisfaction and optimization
- Tutorial in logic (propositional, first-order)
- Probability
- Bayesian Networks (models, exact and approximative inference, learning) - Temporal models (Hidden Markov Models, Dynamic Bayesian Networks)
- Probabilistic palnning (MDPs, POMPDPs)
- Reinforcement learning
- Combining logic and probability
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesSolid basic knowledge in statistics, algorithms and programming
263-5902-00LComputer Vision Information W6 KP3V + 1U + 1AL. Van Gool, V. Ferrari, A. Geiger
KurzbeschreibungThe goal of this course is to provide students with a good understanding of computer vision and image analysis techniques. The main concepts and techniques will be studied in depth and practical algorithms and approaches will be discussed and explored through the exercises.
LernzielThe objectives of this course are:
1. To introduce the fundamental problems of computer vision.
2. To introduce the main concepts and techniques used to solve those.
3. To enable participants to implement solutions for reasonably complex problems.
4. To enable participants to make sense of the computer vision literature.
InhaltCamera models and calibration, invariant features, Multiple-view geometry, Model fitting, Stereo Matching, Segmentation, 2D Shape matching, Shape from Silhouettes, Optical flow, Structure from motion, Tracking, Object recognition, Object category recognition
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesIt is recommended that students have taken the Visual Computing lecture or a similar course introducing basic image processing concepts before taking this course.
376-1219-00LRehabilitation Engineering II: Rehabilitation of Sensory and Vegetative FunctionsW3 KP2VR. Riener, R. Gassert, L. Marchal Crespo
KurzbeschreibungRehabilitation Engng is the application of science and technology to ameliorate the handicaps of individuals with disabilities to reintegrate them into society.The goal is to present classical and new rehabilitation engineering principles applied to compensate or enhance motor, sensory, and cognitive deficits. Focus is on the restoration and treatment of the human sensory and vegetative system.
LernzielProvide knowledge on the anatomy and physiology of the human sensory system, related dysfunctions and pathologies, and how rehabilitation engineering can provide sensory restoration and substitution.

This lecture is independent from Rehabilitation Engineering I. Thus, both lectures can be visited in arbitrary order.
InhaltIntroduction, problem definition, overview
Rehabilitation of visual function
- Anatomy and physiology of the visual sense
- Technical aids (glasses, sensor substitution)
- Retina and cortex implants
Rehabilitation of hearing function
- Anatomy and physiology of the auditory sense
- Hearing aids
- Cochlea Implants
Rehabilitation and use of kinesthetic and tactile function
- Anatomy and physiology of the kinesthetic and tactile sense
- Tactile/haptic displays for motion therapy (incl. electrical stimulation)
- Role of displays in motor learning
Rehabilitation of vestibular function
- Anatomy and physiology of the vestibular sense
- Rehabilitation strategies and devices (e.g. BrainPort)
Rehabilitation of vegetative Functions
- Cardiac Pacemaker
- Phrenic stimulation, artificial breathing aids
- Bladder stimulation, artificial sphincter
Brain stimulation and recording
- Deep brain stimulation for patients with Parkinson, epilepsy, depression
- Brain-Computer Interfaces
LiteraturIntroductory Books:

An Introduction to Rehabilitation Engineering. R. A. Cooper, H. Ohnabe, D. A. Hobson (Eds.). Taylor & Francis, 2007.

Principles of Neural Science. E. R. Kandel, J. H. Schwartz, T. M Jessell (Eds.). Mc Graw Hill, New York, 2000.

Force and Touch Feedback for Virtual Reality. G. C. Burdea (Ed.). Wiley, New York, 1996 (available on NEBIS).

Human Haptic Perception, Basics and Applications. M. Grunwald (Ed.). Birkhäuser, Basel, 2008.

The Sense of Touch and Its Rendering, Springer Tracts in Advanced Robotics 45, A. Bicchi et al.(Eds). Springer-Verlag Berlin, 2008.

Interaktive und autonome Systeme der Medizintechnik - Funktionswiederherstellung und Organersatz. Herausgeber: J. Werner, Oldenbourg Wissenschaftsverlag 2005.

Neural prostheses - replacing motor function after desease or disability. Eds.: R. Stein, H. Peckham, D. Popovic. New York and Oxford: Oxford University Press.

Advances in Rehabilitation Robotics - Human-Friendly Technologies on Movement Assistance and Restoration for People with Disabilities. Eds: Z.Z. Bien, D. Stefanov (Lecture Notes in Control and Information Science, No. 306). Springer Verlag Berlin 2004.

Intelligent Systems and Technologies in Rehabilitation Engineering. Eds: H.N.L. Teodorescu, L.C. Jain (International Series on Computational Intelligence). CRC Press Boca Raton, 2001.


Selected Journal Articles and Web Links:

Abbas, J., Riener, R. (2001) Using mathematical models and advanced control systems techniques to enhance neuroprosthesis function. Neuromodulation 4, pp. 187-195.

Bach-y-Rita P., Tyler M., and Kaczmarek K (2003). Seeing with the brain. International journal of human-computer-interaction, 15(2):285-295.

Burdea, G., Popescu, V., Hentz, V., and Colbert, K. (2000): Virtual reality-based orthopedic telerehabilitation, IEEE Trans. Rehab. Eng., 8, pp. 430-432
Colombo, G., Jörg, M., Schreier, R., Dietz, V. (2000) Treadmill training of paraplegic patients using a robotic orthosis. Journal of Rehabilitation Research and Development, vol. 37, pp. 693-700.

Hayward, V. (2008): A Brief Taxonomy of Tactile Illusions and
Demonstrations That Can Be Done In a Hardware Store. Brain Research Bulletin, Vol 75, No 6, pp 742-752

Krebs, H.I., Hogan, N., Aisen, M.L., Volpe, B.T. (1998): Robot-aided neurorehabilitation, IEEE Trans. Rehab. Eng., 6, pp. 75-87

Levesque. V. (2005). Blindness, technology and haptics. Technical report, McGill University. Available at: Link

Quintern, J. (1998) Application of functional electrical stimulation in paraplegic patients. NeuroRehabilitation 10, pp. 205-250.

Riener, R., Nef, T., Colombo, G. (2005) Robot-aided neurorehabilitation for the upper extremities. Medical & Biological Engineering & Computing 43(1), pp. 2-10.

Riener, R. (1999) Model-based development of neuroprostheses for paraplegic patients. Royal Philosophical Transactions: Biological Sciences 354, pp. 877-894.

The vOICe. Link.

VideoTact, ForeThought Development, LLC. Link
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesTarget Group:
Students of higher semesters and PhD students of
- D-MAVT, D-ITET, D-INFK, D-HEST
- Biomedical Engineering, Robotics, Systems and Control
- Medical Faculty, University of Zurich
Students of other departments, faculties, courses are also welcome
This lecture is independent from Rehabilitation Engineering I. Thus, both lectures can be visited in arbitrary order.
376-1279-00LVirtual Reality in Medicine Belegung eingeschränkt - Details anzeigen
Findet dieses Semester nicht statt.
W3 KP2VR. Riener
KurzbeschreibungVirtual Reality has the potential to support medical training and therapy. This lecture will derive the technical principles of multi-modal (audiovisual, haptic, tactile etc.) input devices, displays and rendering techniques. Examples are presented in the fields of surgical training, intra-operative augmentation, and rehabilitation. The lecture is accompanied by practical courses and excursions.
LernzielProvide theoretical and practical knowledge of new principles and applications of multi-modal simulation and interface technologies in medical education, therapy, and rehabilitation.
InhaltVirtual Reality has the potential to provide descriptive and practical information for medical training and therapy while relieving the patient and/or the physician. Multi-modal interactions between the user and the virtual environment facilitate the generation of high-fidelity sensory impressions, by using not only visual and auditory modalities, but also kinesthetic, tactile, and even olfactory feedback. On the basis of the existing physiological constraints, this lecture will derive the technical requirements and principles of multi-modal input devices, displays, and rendering techniques. Several examples are presented that are currently being developed or already applied for surgical training, intra-operative augmentation, and rehabilitation. The lecture will be accompanied by several practical courses on graphical and haptic display devices as well as excursions to facilities equipped with large-scale VR equipment.

Target Group:
Students of higher semesters and PhD students of
- D-HEST, D-MAVT, D-ITET, D-INFK, D-PHYS
- Robotics, Systems and Control Master
- Biomedical Engineering/Movement Science and Sport
- Medical Faculty, University of Zurich
Students of other departments, faculties, courses are also welcome!
LiteraturBook: Virtual Reality in Medicine. Riener, Robert; Harders, Matthias; 2012 Springer.
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesThe course language is English.
Basic experience in Information Technology and Computer Science will be of advantage
More details will be announced in the lecture.
376-1504-00LPhysical Human Robot Interaction (pHRI) Belegung eingeschränkt - Details anzeigen
Number of participants limited to 26.
W4 KP2V + 2UR. Gassert, O. Lambercy
KurzbeschreibungThis course focuses on the emerging, interdisciplinary field of physical human-robot interaction, bringing together themes from robotics, real-time control, human factors, haptics, virtual environments, interaction design and other fields to enable the development of human-oriented robotic systems.
LernzielThe objective of this course is to give an introduction to the fundamentals of physical human robot interaction, through lectures on the underlying theoretical/mechatronics aspects and application fields, in combination with a hands-on lab tutorial. The course will guide students through the design and evaluation process of such systems.

By the end of this course, you should understand the critical elements in human-robot interactions - both in terms of engineering and human factors - and use these to evaluate and de- sign safe and efficient assistive and rehabilitative robotic systems. Specifically, you should be able to:

1) identify critical human factors in physical human-robot interaction and use these to derive design requirements;
2) compare and select mechatronic components that optimally fulfill the defined design requirements;
3) derive a model of the device dynamics to guide and optimize the selection and integration of selected components
into a functional system;
4) design control hardware and software and implement and
test human-interactive control strategies on the physical
setup;
5) characterize and optimize such systems using both engineering and psychophysical evaluation metrics;
6) investigate and optimize one aspect of the physical setup and convey and defend the gained insights in a technical presentation.
InhaltThis course provides an introduction to fundamental aspects of physical human-robot interaction. After an overview of human haptic, visual and auditory sensing, neurophysiology and psychophysics, principles of human-robot interaction systems (kinematics, mechanical transmissions, robot sensors and actuators used in these systems) will be introduced. Throughout the course, students will gain knowledge of interaction control strategies including impedance/admittance and force control, haptic rendering basics and issues in device design for humans such as transparency and stability analysis, safety hardware and procedures. The course is organized into lectures that aim to bring students up to speed with the basics of these systems, readings on classical and current topics in physical human-robot interaction, laboratory sessions and lab visits.
Students will attend periodic laboratory sessions where they will implement the theoretical aspects learned during the lectures. Here the salient features of haptic device design will be identified and theoretical aspects will be implemented in a haptic system based on the haptic paddle (Link), by creating simple dynamic haptic virtual environments and understanding the performance limitations and causes of instabilities (direct/virtual coupling, friction, damping, time delays, sampling rate, sensor quantization, etc.) during rendering of different mechanical properties.
SkriptWill be distributed through the document repository before the lectures.
Link
LiteraturAbbott, J. and Okamura, A. (2005). Effects of position quantization and sampling rate on virtual-wall passivity. Robotics, IEEE Transactions on, 21(5):952 - 964.
Adams, R. and Hannaford, B. (1999). Stable haptic interaction with virtual environments. Robotics and Automation, IEEE Transactions on, 15(3):465 -474.
Buerger, S. and Hogan, N. (2007). Complementary stability and loop shaping for improved human ndash;robot interaction. Robotics, IEEE Transactions on, 23(2):232 -244.
Burdea, G. and Brooks, F. (1996). Force and touch feedback for virtual reality. John Wiley & Sons New York NY.
Colgate, J. and Brown, J. (1994). Factors affecting the z-width of a haptic display. In Robotics and Automation, 1994. Proceedings., 1994 IEEE International Conference on, pages 3205 -3210 vol.4.
Diolaiti, N., Niemeyer, G., Barbagli, F., and Salisbury, J. (2006). Stability of haptic rendering: Discretization, quantization, time delay, and coulomb effects. Robotics, IEEE Transactions on, 22(2):256 -268.
Gillespie, R. and Cutkosky, M. (1996). Stable user-specific haptic rendering of the virtual wall. In Proceedings of the ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exhibition, volume 58, pages 397-406.
Hannaford, B. and Ryu, J.-H. (2002). Time-domain passivity control of haptic interfaces. Robotics and Automation, IEEE Transactions on, 18(1):1 -10.
Hashtrudi-Zaad, K. and Salcudean, S. (2001). Analysis of control architectures for teleoperation systems with impedance/admittance master and slave manipulators. The International Journal of Robotics Research, 20(6):419.
Hayward, V. and Astley, O. (1996). Performance measures for haptic interfaces. In ROBOTICS RESEARCH-INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM-, volume 7, pages 195-206. Citeseer.
Hayward, V. and Maclean, K. (2007). Do it yourself haptics: part i. Robotics Automation Magazine, IEEE, 14(4):88 -104.
Leskovsky, P., Harders, M., and Szeekely, G. (2006). Assessing the fidelity of haptically rendered deformable objects. In Haptic Interfaces for Virtual Environment and Teleoperator Systems, 2006 14th Symposium on, pages 19 - 25.
MacLean, K. and Hayward, V. (2008). Do it yourself haptics: Part ii [tutorial]. Robotics Automation Magazine, IEEE, 15(1):104 -119.
Mahvash, M. and Hayward, V. (2003). Passivity-based high-fidelity haptic rendering of contact. In Robotics and Automation, 2003. Proceedings. ICRA '03. IEEE International Conference on, volume 3, pages 3722 - 3728 vol.3.
Mehling, J., Colgate, J., and Peshkin, M. (2005). Increasing the impedance range of a haptic display by adding electrical damping. In Eurohaptics Conference, 2005 and Symposium on Haptic Interfaces for Virtual Environment and Teleoperator Systems, 2005. World Haptics 2005. First Joint, pages 257 - 262.
Okamura, A., Richard, C., and Cutkosky, M. (2002). Feeling is believing: Using a force-feedback joystick to teach dynamic systems. JOURNAL OF ENGINEERING EDUCATION-WASHINGTON-, 91(3):345-350.
O'Malley, M. and Goldfarb, M. (2004). The effect of virtual surface stiffness on the haptic perception of detail. Mechatronics, IEEE/ASME Transactions on, 9(2):448 -454.
Richard, C. and Cutkosky, M. (2000). The effects of real and computer generated friction on human performance in a targeting task. In Proceedings of the ASME Dynamic Systems and Control Division, volume 69, page 2.
Salisbury, K., Conti, F., and Barbagli, F. (2004). Haptic rendering: Introductory concepts. Computer Graphics and Applications, IEEE, 24(2):24-32.
Weir, D., Colgate, J., and Peshkin, M. (2008). Measuring and increasing z-width with active electrical damping. In Haptic interfaces for virtual environment and teleoperator systems, 2008. haptics 2008. symposium on, pages 169 -175.
Yasrebi, N. and Constantinescu, D. (2008). Extending the z-width of a haptic device using acceleration feedback. Haptics: Perception, Devices and Scenarios, pages 157-162.
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesNotice:
The registration is limited to 26 students
There are 4 credit points for this lecture.
The lecture will be held in English.
The students are expected to have basic control knowledge from previous classes.
Link
Micro & Nanosystems
NummerTitelTypECTSUmfangDozierende
151-0104-00LUncertainty Quantification for Engineering & Life Sciences Belegung eingeschränkt - Details anzeigen
Findet dieses Semester nicht statt.
Number of participants limited to 60.
W4 KP3GP. Koumoutsakos
KurzbeschreibungQuantification of uncertainties in computational models pertaining to applications in engineering and life sciences. Exploitation of massively available data to develop computational models with quantifiable predictive capabilities. Applications of Uncertainty Quantification and Propagation to problems in mechanics, control, systems and cell biology.
LernzielThe course will teach fundamental concept of Uncertainty Quantification and Propagation (UQ+P) for computational models of systems in Engineering and Life Sciences. Emphasis will be placed on practical and computational aspects of UQ+P including the implementation of relevant algorithms in multicore architectures.
InhaltTopics that will be covered include: Uncertainty quantification under
parametric and non-parametric modelling uncertainty, Bayesian inference with model class assessment, Markov Chain Monte Carlo simulation, prior and posterior reliability analysis.
SkriptThe class will be largely based on the book: Data Analysis: A Bayesian Tutorial by Devinderjit Sivia as well as on class notes and related literature that will be distributed in class.
Literatur1. Data Analysis: A Bayesian Tutorial by Devinderjit Sivia
2. Probability Theory: The Logic of Science by E. T. Jaynes
3. Class Notes
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesFundamentals of Probability, Fundamentals of Computational Modeling
151-0107-20LHigh Performance Computing for Science and Engineering (HPCSE) IW4 KP4GM. Troyer, P. Chatzidoukas
KurzbeschreibungThis course gives an introduction into algorithms and numerical methods for parallel computing for multi and many-core architectures and for applications from problems in science and engineering.
LernzielIntroduction to HPC for scientists and engineers
Fundamental of:
1. Parallel Computing Architectures
2. MultiCores
3. ManyCores
InhaltProgramming models and languages:
1. C++ threading (2 weeks)
2. OpenMP (4 weeks)
3. MPI (5 weeks)

Computers and methods:
1. Hardware and architectures
2. Libraries
3. Particles: N-body solvers
4. Fields: PDEs
5. Stochastics: Monte Carlo
SkriptLink
Class notes, handouts
151-0604-00LMicrorobotics Information
Findet dieses Semester nicht statt.
W4 KP3GB. Nelson
KurzbeschreibungMicrorobotics is an interdisciplinary field that combines aspects of robotics, micro and nanotechnology, biomedical engineering, and materials science. The aim of this course is to expose students to the fundamentals of this emerging field. Throughout the course students are expected to submit assignments. The course concludes with an end-of-semester examination.
LernzielThe objective of this course is to expose students to the fundamental aspects of the emerging field of microrobotics. This includes a focus on physical laws that predominate at the microscale, technologies for fabricating small devices, bio-inspired design, and applications of the field.
InhaltMain topics of the course include:
- Scaling laws at micro/nano scales
- Electrostatics
- Electromagnetism
- Low Reynolds number flows
- Observation tools
- Materials and fabrication methods
- Applications of biomedical microrobots
SkriptThe powerpoint slides presented in the lectures will be made available in hardcopy and as pdf files. Several readings will also be made available electronically.
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesThe lecture will be taught in English.
151-0605-00LNanosystemsW4 KP4GA. Stemmer, J.‑N. Tisserant
KurzbeschreibungFrom atoms to molecules to condensed matter: characteristic properties of simple nanosystems and how they evolve when moving towards complex ensembles.
Intermolecular forces, their macroscopic manifestations, and ways to control such interactions.
Self-assembly and directed assembly of 2D and 3D structures.
Special emphasis on the emerging field of molecular electronic devices.
LernzielFamiliarize students with basic science and engineering principles governing the nano domain.
InhaltThe course addresses basic science and engineering principles ruling the nano domain. We particularly work out the links between topics that are traditionally taught separately.

Special emphasis is placed on the emerging field of molecular electronic devices, their working principles, applications, and how they may be assembled.

Topics are treated in 2 blocks:

(I) From Quantum to Continuum
From atoms to molecules to condensed matter: characteristic properties of simple nanosystems and how they evolve when moving towards complex ensembles.

(II) Interaction Forces on the Micro and Nano Scale
Intermolecular forces, their macroscopic manifestations, and ways to control such interactions.
Self-assembly and directed assembly of 2D and 3D structures.
Literatur- Kuhn, Hans; Försterling, H.D.: Principles of Physical Chemistry. Understanding Molecules, Molecular Assemblies, Supramolecular Machines. 1999, Wiley, ISBN: 0-471-95902-2
- Chen, Gang: Nanoscale Energy Transport and Conversion. 2005, Oxford University Press, ISBN: 978-0-19-515942-4
- Ouisse, Thierry: Electron Transport in Nanostructures and Mesoscopic Devices. 2008, Wiley, ISBN: 978-1-84821-050-9
- Wolf, Edward L.: Nanophysics and Nanotechnology. 2004, Wiley-VCH, ISBN: 3-527-40407-4

- Israelachvili, Jacob N.: Intermolecular and Surface Forces. 2nd ed., 1992, Academic Press,ISBN: 0-12-375181-0
- Evans, D.F.; Wennerstrom, H.: The Colloidal Domain. Where Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Technology Meet. Advances in Interfacial Engineering Series. 2nd ed., 1999, Wiley, ISBN: 0-471-24247-0
- Hunter, Robert J.: Foundations of Colloid Science. 2nd ed., 2001, Oxford, ISBN: 0-19-850502-7
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesCourse format:

Lectures and Mini-Review presentations: Thursday 10-13, ML F 36

Homework: Mini-Reviews
Students select a paper (list distributed in class) and expand the topic into a Mini-Review that illuminates the particular field beyond the immediate results reported in the paper.
151-0620-00LEmbedded MEMS Lab Information W5 KP3PC. Hierold, S. Blunier, M. Haluska
KurzbeschreibungPraktischer Kurs: Die Teilnehmer lernen die Einzelprozessschritte zur Herstellung eines MEMS (Micro Electro Mechanical System) kennen und führen diese in Reinräumen selbständig durch. Sie erlernen ausserdem die Anforderungen für die Arbeit in Reinräumen. Die Prozessierung und Charakterisierung wird in einem Abschlussbericht dokumentiert und ausgewertet. Beschränkte Platzzahl
LernzielDie Teilnehmer lernen die Einzelprozessschritte zur Herstellung eines MEMS (Micro Electro Mechanical System) kennen. Sie führen diese in Laboren und Reinräumen selbständig durch. Die Teilnehmer erlernen ausserdem die speziellen Anforderungen (Sauberkeit, Sicherheit, Umgang mit Geräten und gefährlichen Chemikalien) für die Arbeit in Reinräumen und Laboren. Die gesamte Herstellung, Prozessierung und Charakterisierung wird in einem Abschlussbericht dokumentiert und ausgewertet.
InhaltUnter Anleitung werden die Einzelprozessschritte der Mikrosystem- und Siliziumprozesstechnik zur Herstellung eines Beschleunigungssensors durchgeführt:
-Photolithographie, Trockenätzen, Nassätzen, Opferschichtätzung, Kritische-Punkt-Trocknung, diverse Reinigungsprozesse
- Aufbau- und Verbindungstechnik am Beispiel der elektrischen Verbindung von MEMS und elektronischer Schaltung in einem Gehäuse
- Funktionstest und Charakterisierung des MEMS
- Schriftliche Dokumentation und Auswertung der gesamten Herstellung, Prozessierung und Charakterisierung
SkriptEin Skript wird an der erste Veranstaltung verteilt.
LiteraturDas Skript ist ausreichend für die erfolgreiche Teilnahme des Praktikums.
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesDie Teilnahme an allen hier aufgeführten Veranstaltungen ist Pflicht.
Beschränkte Platzzahl, sehen Sie den englischen Text:

Participating students are required to provide proof that they have personal accident insurance prior to the start of the laboratory classes of the course.

This master's level course is limited to 15 students per semester for safety and efficiency reasons.
If there are more than 15 students registered, we regret to restrict access to this course by the following rules:

Priority 1: master students of the master's program in "Micro and Nanosystems"

Priority 2: master students of the master's program in "Mechanical Engineering" with a specialization in Microsystems and Nanoscale Engineering (MAVT-tutors Profs Daraio, Dual, Hierold, Koumoutsakos, Nelson, Norris, Park, Poulikakos, Pratsinis, Stemmer), who attended the bachelor course "151-0621-00L Microsystems Technology" successfully.

Priority 3: master students, who attended the bachelor course "151-0621-00L Microsystems Technology" successfully.

Priority 4: all other students (PhD, bachelor, master) with a background in silicon or microsystems process technology.

If there are more students in one of these priority groups than places available, we will decide by drawing lots.
Students will be notified at the first lecture of the course (introductory lecture) as to whether they are able to participate.

The course is offered in autumn and spring semester.
151-0642-00LSeminar on Micro and Nanosystems Information Z0 KP1SC. Hierold
KurzbeschreibungWissenschaftliche Vorträge zu ausgewählten Themen der Mikro- und Nanosystemtechnik
LernzielDas Seminar richtet sich insbesondere an Studierende, die an einer wissenschaftlichen Arbeit im Gebiet der Mikro- und Nanosystemtechnik interessiert sind, bzw. bereits damit begonnen haben. Es werden jeweils aktuelle Beispiele an der Forschung diskutiert.
InhaltEs werden aktuelle Themen im Gebiet der Mikro- und Nanosystemtechnik an Beispielen von internen und externen Forschungsarbeiten, sowie laufende Studien-, Diplom- und Doktorarbeitsthemen vorgestellt und diskutiert. Gelegentliche Gastsprecher erweitern die Seminarsthemen.
Skript-
Literatur-
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesMaster of MNS, MAVT, ITET, Physics
151-0911-00LIntroduction to PlasmonicsW4 KP2V + 1UD. J. Norris
KurzbeschreibungThis course provides fundamental knowledge of surface plasmon polaritons and discusses their applications in plasmonics.
LernzielElectromagnetic oscillations known as surface plasmon polaritons have many unique properties that are useful across a broad set of applications in biology, chemistry, physics, and optics. The field of plasmonics has arisen to understand the behavior of surface plasmon polaritons and to develop applications in areas such as catalysis, imaging, photovoltaics, and sensing. In particular, metallic nanoparticles and patterned metallic interfaces have been developed to utilize plasmonic resonances. The aim of this course is to provide the basic knowledge to understand and apply the principles of plasmonics. The course will strive to be approachable to students from a diverse set of science and engineering backgrounds.
InhaltFundamentals of Plasmonics
- Basic electromagnetic theory
- Optical properties of metals
- Surface plasmon polaritons on surfaces
- Surface plasmon polariton propagation
- Localized surface plasmons

Applications of Plasmonics
- Waveguides
- Extraordinary optical transmission
- Enhanced spectroscopy
- Sensing
- Metamaterials
SkriptClass notes and handouts
LiteraturS. A. Maier, Plasmonics: Fundamentals and Applications, 2007, Springer
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesPhysics I, Physics II
151-0917-00LMass TransferW4 KP2V + 2UR. Büchel, S. E. Pratsinis
KurzbeschreibungDiese Vorlesung behandelt Grundlagen der Transportvorgänge, wobei das Hauptaugenmerk auf dem Stofftransport liegt. Die physikalische Bedeutung der Grundgesetze des Stofftransports wird dargestellt und quantitativ beschrieben. Des weiteren wird die Anwendung dieser Prinzipien am Beispiel relevanter ingenieurtechnischer Problemstellungen aufgezeigt.
LernzielDiese Vorlesung behandelt Grundlagen der Transportvorgänge, wobei das Hauptaugenmerk auf dem Stofftransport liegt. Die physikalische Bedeutung der Grundgesetze des Stofftransports wird dargestellt und quantitativ beschrieben. Des weiteren wird die Anwendung dieser Prinzipien am Beispiel relevanter ingenieurtechnischer Problemstellungen aufgezeigt.
InhaltFicksche Gesetze; Anwendungen und Bedeutung von Stofftransport; Vergleich von Fickschen Gesetzen mit Newtonschen und Fourierschen Gesetzen; Herleitung des zweiten Fickschen Gesetzes; Diffusion in verdünnten und konzentrierten Lösungen; Rotierende Scheibe; Dispersion; Diffusionskoeffizient, Gasviskosität und Leitfähigkeit (Pr und Sc); Brownsche Bewegung; Stokes-Einstein-Gleichung; Stofftransportkoeffizienten (Nu und Sh-Zahlen); Stoffaustausch über Grenzflächen; Reynolds- und Chilton-Colburn-Analogien für Impuls-, Wärme- und Stofftransport in turbulenten Strömungen; Film-, Penetrations- und Oberflächenerneuerungstheorien; Gleichzeitiger Transport von Stoff und Wärme oder Impuls (Grenzschichten); Homogene und heterogene, reversible und irreversible. Anwendungen Reaktionen; "Diffusionskontrollierte" Reaktionen; Stofftransport und heterogene Reaktion erster Ordnung.
LiteraturCussler, E.L.: "Diffusion", 2nd edition, Cambridge University Press, 1997.
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesEs werden 2 Tests zur Vertiefung des Lernstoffs angeboten. Die Teilnahme ist obligatorisch.
151-0931-00LSeminar on Particle TechnologyZ0 KP3SS. E. Pratsinis
KurzbeschreibungThe goal of the lecture is to convey a basic knowledge in the area of FV materials as well as their construction and production processes and to empower the students to apply the knowledge gained to address current problems in research and practice.
LernzielStudents attend and give research presentations for the research they plan to do and at the end of the semester they defend their results and answer questions from research scientists. Familiarize the students with the latest in this field.
227-0377-00LPhysics of Failure and Failure Analysis of Electronic Devices and EquipmentW3 KP2VU. Sennhauser
KurzbeschreibungFailures have to be avoided by proper design, material selection and manufacturing. Properties, degradation mechanisms, and expected lifetime of materials are introduced and the basics of failure analysis and analysis equipment are presented. Failures will be demonstrated experimentally and the opportunity is offered to perform a failure analysis with advanced equipment in the laboratory.
LernzielIntroduction to the degradation and failure mechanisms and causes of electronic components, devices and systems as well as to methods and tools of reliability testing, characterization and failure analysis.
InhaltSummary of reliability and failure analysis terminology; physics of failure: materials properties, physical processes and failure mechanisms; failure analysis of ICs, PCBs, opto-electronics, discrete and other components and devices; basics and properties of instruments; application in circuit design and reliability analysis
SkriptComprehensive copy of transparencies
227-0455-00LTerahertz: Technology & ApplicationsW3 KP2VK. Sankaran
KurzbeschreibungThis course will provide a solid foundation for understanding physical principles of THz applications. We will discuss various building blocks of THz technology - components dealing with generation, manipulation, and detection of THz electromagnetic radiation. We will introduce THz applications in the domain of imaging, communications, and energy harvesting.
LernzielThis is an introductory course on Terahertz (THz) technology and applications. Devices operating in THz frequency range (0.1 to 10 THz) have been increasingly studied in the recent years. Progress in nonlinear optical materials, ultrafast optical and electronic techniques has strengthened research in THz application developments. Due to unique interaction of THz waves with materials, applications with new capabilities can be developed. In theory, they can penetrate somewhat like X-rays, but are not considered harmful radiation, because THz energy level is low. They should be able to provide resolution as good or better than magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), possibly with simpler equipment. Imaging, very-high bandwidth communication, and energy harvesting are the most widely explored THz application areas. We will study the basics of THz generation, manipulation, and detection. Our emphasis will be on the physical principles and applications of THz in the domain of imaging, communication and energy harvesting.
InhaltINTRODUCTION
Chapter 1: Introduction to THz Physics
Chapter 2: Components of THz Technology

THz TECHNOLOGY MODULES
Chapter 3: THz Generation
Chapter 4: THz Detection
Chapter 5: THz Manipulation

APPLICATIONS
Chapter 6: THz Imaging
Chapter 7: THz Communication
Chapter 8: THz Energy Harvesting
Literatur- Yun-Shik Lee, Principles of Terahertz Science and Technology, Springer 2009
- Ali Rostami, Hassan Rasooli, and Hamed Baghban, Terahertz Technology: Fundamentals and Applications, Springer 2010

Whenever we deviate from the main material discussed in these books, softcopy of lectures notes will be provided.
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesGood foundation in electromagnetics & knowledge of microwave or optical communication is helpful.
Bioengineering
NummerTitelTypECTSUmfangDozierende
151-0104-00LUncertainty Quantification for Engineering & Life Sciences Belegung eingeschränkt - Details anzeigen
Findet dieses Semester nicht statt.
Number of participants limited to 60.
W4 KP3GP. Koumoutsakos
KurzbeschreibungQuantification of uncertainties in computational models pertaining to applications in engineering and life sciences. Exploitation of massively available data to develop computational models with quantifiable predictive capabilities. Applications of Uncertainty Quantification and Propagation to problems in mechanics, control, systems and cell biology.
LernzielThe course will teach fundamental concept of Uncertainty Quantification and Propagation (UQ+P) for computational models of systems in Engineering and Life Sciences. Emphasis will be placed on practical and computational aspects of UQ+P including the implementation of relevant algorithms in multicore architectures.
InhaltTopics that will be covered include: Uncertainty quantification under
parametric and non-parametric modelling uncertainty, Bayesian inference with model class assessment, Markov Chain Monte Carlo simulation, prior and posterior reliability analysis.
SkriptThe class will be largely based on the book: Data Analysis: A Bayesian Tutorial by Devinderjit Sivia as well as on class notes and related literature that will be distributed in class.
Literatur1. Data Analysis: A Bayesian Tutorial by Devinderjit Sivia
2. Probability Theory: The Logic of Science by E. T. Jaynes
3. Class Notes
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesFundamentals of Probability, Fundamentals of Computational Modeling
151-0107-20LHigh Performance Computing for Science and Engineering (HPCSE) IW4 KP4GM. Troyer, P. Chatzidoukas
KurzbeschreibungThis course gives an introduction into algorithms and numerical methods for parallel computing for multi and many-core architectures and for applications from problems in science and engineering.
LernzielIntroduction to HPC for scientists and engineers
Fundamental of:
1. Parallel Computing Architectures
2. MultiCores
3. ManyCores
InhaltProgramming models and languages:
1. C++ threading (2 weeks)
2. OpenMP (4 weeks)
3. MPI (5 weeks)

Computers and methods:
1. Hardware and architectures
2. Libraries
3. Particles: N-body solvers
4. Fields: PDEs
5. Stochastics: Monte Carlo
SkriptLink
Class notes, handouts
151-0255-00LEnergy Conversion and Transport in BiosystemsW4 KP2V + 1UD. Poulikakos, A. Ferrari
KurzbeschreibungTheorie und Anwendung von Thermodynamik und Energieerhaltung in biologischen Systemen mit Schwerpunkt auf Zellebene.
LernzielTheorie und Anwendung von Energieerhaltung auf Zellebene. Verständnis für die grundlegenden Stofftransport-Kreisläufe in menschlichen Zellen und die Mechanismen, welche diese Kreisläufe beeinflussen. Parallelen zu anderen Gebieten im Ingenieurswesen erkennen. Wärme- und Massentransport Prozesse in der Zelle, Kraft Entwicklung der Zelle, und die Verbindung zu modernen biomedizinischen Technologien.
InhaltMassentransportmodelle für den Transport von chemischen Spezies in der menschlichen Zelle. Organisation und Funktion der Zellmembran und des Zytoskeletts. Die Rolle molekularer Motoren in der Kraftentwicklung der Zelle und deren Funktion in der Fortbewegung der Zelle. Beschreibung der Funktionsweise dieser Systeme sowie der experimentellen Analyse und Simulationen um sie besser zu verstehen. Einführung in den Zell-Metabolismus, Zell-Energietransport und die Zelluläre Thermodynamik.
SkriptKursmaterial wird in Form von Hand-outs verteilt.
LiteraturNotizen sowie Referenzen aus der Vorlesung.
151-0317-00LVisualization, Simulation and Interaction - Virtual Reality IIW4 KP3GA. Kunz
KurzbeschreibungThis lecture provides deeper knowledge on the possible applications of virtual reality, its basic technolgy, and future research fields. The goal is to provide a strong knowledge on Virtual Reality for a possible future use in business processes.
LernzielVirtual Reality can not only be used for the visualization of 3D objects, but also offers a wide application field for small and medium enterprises (SME). This could be for instance an enabling technolgy for net-based collaboration, the transmission of images and other data, the interaction of the human user with the digital environment, or the use of augmented reality systems.
The goal of the lecture is to provide a deeper knowledge of today's VR environments that are used in business processes. The technical background, the algorithms, and the applied methods are explained more in detail. Finally, future tasks of VR will be discussed and an outlook on ongoing international research is given.
InhaltIntroduction into Virtual Reality; basisc of augmented reality; interaction with digital data, tangible user interfaces (TUI); basics of simulation; compression procedures of image-, audio-, and video signals; new materials for force feedback devices; intorduction into data security; cryptography; definition of free-form surfaces; digital factory; new research fields of virtual reality
SkriptThe handout is available in German and English.
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesPrerequisites:
"Visualization, Simulation and Interaction - Virtual Reality I" is recommended.

Didactical concept:
The course consists of lectures and exercises.
151-0917-00LMass TransferW4 KP2V + 2UR. Büchel, S. E. Pratsinis
KurzbeschreibungDiese Vorlesung behandelt Grundlagen der Transportvorgänge, wobei das Hauptaugenmerk auf dem Stofftransport liegt. Die physikalische Bedeutung der Grundgesetze des Stofftransports wird dargestellt und quantitativ beschrieben. Des weiteren wird die Anwendung dieser Prinzipien am Beispiel relevanter ingenieurtechnischer Problemstellungen aufgezeigt.
LernzielDiese Vorlesung behandelt Grundlagen der Transportvorgänge, wobei das Hauptaugenmerk auf dem Stofftransport liegt. Die physikalische Bedeutung der Grundgesetze des Stofftransports wird dargestellt und quantitativ beschrieben. Des weiteren wird die Anwendung dieser Prinzipien am Beispiel relevanter ingenieurtechnischer Problemstellungen aufgezeigt.
InhaltFicksche Gesetze; Anwendungen und Bedeutung von Stofftransport; Vergleich von Fickschen Gesetzen mit Newtonschen und Fourierschen Gesetzen; Herleitung des zweiten Fickschen Gesetzes; Diffusion in verdünnten und konzentrierten Lösungen; Rotierende Scheibe; Dispersion; Diffusionskoeffizient, Gasviskosität und Leitfähigkeit (Pr und Sc); Brownsche Bewegung; Stokes-Einstein-Gleichung; Stofftransportkoeffizienten (Nu und Sh-Zahlen); Stoffaustausch über Grenzflächen; Reynolds- und Chilton-Colburn-Analogien für Impuls-, Wärme- und Stofftransport in turbulenten Strömungen; Film-, Penetrations- und Oberflächenerneuerungstheorien; Gleichzeitiger Transport von Stoff und Wärme oder Impuls (Grenzschichten); Homogene und heterogene, reversible und irreversible. Anwendungen Reaktionen; "Diffusionskontrollierte" Reaktionen; Stofftransport und heterogene Reaktion erster Ordnung.
LiteraturCussler, E.L.: "Diffusion", 2nd edition, Cambridge University Press, 1997.
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesEs werden 2 Tests zur Vertiefung des Lernstoffs angeboten. Die Teilnahme ist obligatorisch.
151-3205-00LExperimental Ergonomics Belegung eingeschränkt - Details anzeigen
Number of participants limited to 15.
W4 KP2V + 2AJ. Held
KurzbeschreibungYou will learn how to apply the scientific discipline of ergonomics for system analysis and product development "in order to optimise human well-being and overall system performance" (Link). The course offers the framework of models, concepts, methods and tools of applied ergonomics. Teaching is combined with learning-by-doing and research-based learning.
LernzielKnowledge of:
- Principles and rules of applied ergonomic system and product design.
- Methods and tools of ergonomic analysis and evaluation.
Practical experiences and hands-on skills in:
- Conducting a study in system and task analysis.
- Analysing human-product interactions.
- Applying ergonomic knowledge for product and system improvements.
Inhalt- Definition and role of applied ergonomics in engineering and design.
- Framework of ergonomic analysis and design.
- Design principles and rules.
- Methods and tools for system and task analysis.
Hands-on experience in team work:
- Experimental study of human-product interaction and usability through eye-tracking
- Field study of system and task analysis, including on-site visits of complex work stations (Hospital OR/ICU or Air traffic/Railway Control Rooms).
SkriptHandout at the start of the course.
LiteraturAhlstrom, V. and Longo, V. (2003). Human Factors Design Standard (HFDS). Link
Wiklund M.E., Wilcox, S.B. (2005). Designing Usability into Medical Products. Taylor & Francis.
Rubin, J. and Chisnell, D. (2008). Handbook of Usability Testing: How to Plan, Design and Conduct Effective Tests. Wiley.
Hölscher, U., Laurig, W. & Müller-Arnecke, H.W. (2008). Prinziplösungen zur ergonomischen Gestaltung von Medizingeräten. BAUA Forschung Projekt F1902.
Link
Niku, S.B. (2009). Creative Design of Products and Systems (Chapter 8). Wiley.
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesMax. number of participants is 15.
Experiments and field studies in teams of 2-3 students are obligatory.
227-0385-10LBiomedical ImagingW6 KP5GS. Kozerke, K. P. Prüssmann, M. Rudin
KurzbeschreibungIntroduction and analysis of medical imaging technology including X-ray procedures, computed tomography, nuclear imaging techniques using single photon and positron emission tomography, magnetic resonance imaging and ultrasound imaging techniques.
LernzielTo understand the physical and technical principles underlying X-ray imaging, computed tomography, single photon and positron emission tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, ultrasound and Doppler imaging techniques. The mathematical framework is developed to describe image encoding/decoding, point-spread function/modular transfer function, signal-to-noise ratio, contrast behavior for each of the methods. Matlab exercises are used to implement and study basic concepts.
Inhalt- X-ray imaging
- Computed tomography
- Single photon emission tomography
- Positron emission tomography
- Magnetic resonance imaging
- Ultrasound/Doppler imaging
SkriptLecture notes and handouts
LiteraturWebb A, Smith N.B. Introduction to Medical Imaging: Physics, Engineering and Clinical Applications; Cambridge University Press 2011
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesAnalysis, Linear Algebra, Physics, Basics of Signal Theory, Basic skills in Matlab programming
227-0386-00LBiomedical Engineering Information W4 KP3GJ. Vörös, S. J. Ferguson, S. Kozerke, U. Moser, M. Rudin, M. P. Wolf, M. Zenobi-Wong
KurzbeschreibungIntroduction into selected topics of biomedical engineering as well as their relationship with physics and physiology. The focus is on learning the concepts that govern common medical instruments and the most important organs from an engineering point of view. In addition, the most recent achievements and trends of the field of biomedical engineering are also outlined.
LernzielIntroduction into selected topics of biomedical engineering as well as their relationship with physics and physiology. The course provides an overview of the various topics of the different tracks of the biomedical engineering master course and helps orienting the students in selecting their specialized classes and project locations.
InhaltIntroduction into neuro- and electrophysiology. Functional analysis of peripheral nerves, muscles, sensory organs and the central nervous system. Electrograms, evoked potentials. Audiometry, optometry. Functional electrostimulation: Cardiac pacemakers. Function of the heart and the circulatory system, transport and exchange of substances in the human body, pharmacokinetics. Endoscopy, medical television technology. Lithotripsy. Electrical Safety. Orthopaedic biomechanics. Lung function. Bioinformatics and Bioelectronics. Biomaterials. Biosensors. Microcirculation.Metabolism.
Practical and theoretical exercises in small groups in the laboratory.
SkriptIntroduction to Biomedical Engineering
by Enderle, Banchard, and Bronzino

AND

Link
227-0393-10LBioelectronics and Biosensors
New course. Not to be confounded with 227-0393-00L last offered in the Spring Semester 2015.
W6 KP2V + 2UJ. Vörös, M. F. Yanik, T. Zambelli
KurzbeschreibungThe course introduces the concepts of bioelectricity and biosensing. The sources and use of electrical fields and currents in the context of biological systems and problems are discussed. The fundamental challenges of measuring biological signals are introduced. The most important biosensing techniques and their physical concepts are introduced in a quantitative fashion.
LernzielDuring this course the students will:
- learn the basic concepts in biosensing and bioelectronics
- be able to solve typical problems in biosensing and bioelectronics
- learn about the remaining challenges in this field
InhaltL1. Bioelectronics history, its applications and overview of the field
- Volta and Galvani dispute
- BMI, pacemaker, cochlear implant, retinal implant, limb replacement devices
- Fundamentals of biosensing
- Glucometer and ELISA

L2. Fundamentals of quantum and classical noise in measuring biological signals

L3. Biomeasurement techniques with photons

L4. Acoustics sensors
- Differential equation for quartz crystal resonance
- Acoustic sensors and their applications

L5. Engineering principles of optical probes for measuring and manipulating molecular and cellular processes

L6. Optical biosensors
- Differential equation for optical waveguides
- Optical sensors and their applications
- Plasmonic sensing

L7. Basic notions of molecular adsorption and electron transfer
- Quantum mechanics: Schrödinger equation energy levels from H atom to crystals, energy bands
- Electron transfer: Marcus theory, Gerischer theory

L8. Potentiometric sensors
- Fundamentals of the electrochemical cell at equilibrium (Nernst equation)
- Principles of operation of ion-selective electrodes

L9. Amperometric sensors and bioelectric potentials
- Fundamentals of the electrochemical cell with an applied overpotential to generate a faraday current
- Principles of operation of amperometric sensors
- Ion flow through a membrane (Fick equation, Nernst equation, Donnan equilibrium, Goldman equation)

L10. Channels, amplification, signal gating, and patch clamp Y4

L11. Action potentials and impulse propagation

L12. Functional electric stimulation and recording
- MEA and CMOS based recording
- Applying potential in liquid - simulation of fields and relevance to electric stimulation

L13. Neural networks memory and learning
LiteraturPlonsey and Barr, Bioelectricity: A Quantitative Approach (Third edition)
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesSupervised exercises solving real-world problems. Some Matlab based exercises in groups.
227-0447-00LImage Analysis and Computer Vision Information W6 KP3V + 1UL. Van Gool, O. Göksel, E. Konukoglu
KurzbeschreibungLight and perception. Digital image formation. Image enhancement and feature extraction. Unitary transformations. Color and texture. Image segmentation and deformable shape matching. Motion extraction and tracking. 3D data extraction. Invariant features. Specific object recognition and object class recognition.
LernzielOverview of the most important concepts of image formation, perception and analysis, and Computer Vision. Gaining own experience through practical computer and programming exercises.
InhaltThe first part of the course starts off from an overview of existing and emerging applications that need computer vision. It shows that the realm of image processing is no longer restricted to the factory floor, but is entering several fields of our daily life. First it is investigated how the parameters of the electromagnetic waves are related to our perception. Also the interaction of light with matter is considered. The most important hardware components of technical vision systems, such as cameras, optical devices and illumination sources are discussed. The course then turns to the steps that are necessary to arrive at the discrete images that serve as input to algorithms. The next part describes necessary preprocessing steps of image analysis, that enhance image quality and/or detect specific features. Linear and non-linear filters are introduced for that purpose. The course will continue by analyzing procedures allowing to extract additional types of basic information from multiple images, with motion and depth as two important examples. The estimation of image velocities (optical flow) will get due attention and methods for object tracking will be presented. Several techniques are discussed to extract three-dimensional information about objects and scenes. Finally, approaches for the recognition of specific objects as well as object classes will be discussed and analyzed.
SkriptCourse material Script, computer demonstrations, exercises and problem solutions
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesPrerequisites:
Basic concepts of mathematical analysis and linear algebra. The computer exercises are based on Linux and C.
The course language is English.
227-0455-00LTerahertz: Technology & ApplicationsW3 KP2VK. Sankaran
KurzbeschreibungThis course will provide a solid foundation for understanding physical principles of THz applications. We will discuss various building blocks of THz technology - components dealing with generation, manipulation, and detection of THz electromagnetic radiation. We will introduce THz applications in the domain of imaging, communications, and energy harvesting.
LernzielThis is an introductory course on Terahertz (THz) technology and applications. Devices operating in THz frequency range (0.1 to 10 THz) have been increasingly studied in the recent years. Progress in nonlinear optical materials, ultrafast optical and electronic techniques has strengthened research in THz application developments. Due to unique interaction of THz waves with materials, applications with new capabilities can be developed. In theory, they can penetrate somewhat like X-rays, but are not considered harmful radiation, because THz energy level is low. They should be able to provide resolution as good or better than magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), possibly with simpler equipment. Imaging, very-high bandwidth communication, and energy harvesting are the most widely explored THz application areas. We will study the basics of THz generation, manipulation, and detection. Our emphasis will be on the physical principles and applications of THz in the domain of imaging, communication and energy harvesting.
InhaltINTRODUCTION
Chapter 1: Introduction to THz Physics
Chapter 2: Components of THz Technology

THz TECHNOLOGY MODULES
Chapter 3: THz Generation
Chapter 4: THz Detection
Chapter 5: THz Manipulation

APPLICATIONS
Chapter 6: THz Imaging
Chapter 7: THz Communication
Chapter 8: THz Energy Harvesting
Literatur- Yun-Shik Lee, Principles of Terahertz Science and Technology, Springer 2009
- Ali Rostami, Hassan Rasooli, and Hamed Baghban, Terahertz Technology: Fundamentals and Applications, Springer 2010

Whenever we deviate from the main material discussed in these books, softcopy of lectures notes will be provided.
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesGood foundation in electromagnetics & knowledge of microwave or optical communication is helpful.
227-0945-00LCell and Molecular Biology for Engineers I
This course is part I of a two-semester course.
W3 KP3GC. Frei
KurzbeschreibungThe course gives an introduction into cellular and molecular biology, specifically for students with a background in engineering. The focus will be on the basic organization of eukaryotic cells, molecular mechanisms and cellular functions. Textbook knowledge will be combined with results from recent research and technological innovations in biology.
LernzielAfter completing this course, engineering students will be able to apply their previous training in the quantitative and physical sciences to modern biology. Students will also learn the principles how biological models are established, and how these models can be tested.
InhaltLectures will include the following topics: DNA, chromosomes, RNA, protein, genetics, gene expression, membrane structure and function, vesicular traffic, cellular communication, energy conversion, cytoskeleton, cell cycle, cellular growth, apoptosis, autophagy, cancer, development and stem cells.

In addition, three journal clubs will be held, where one/two publictions will be discussed (part I: 1 Journal club, part II: 2 Journal Clubs). For each journal club, students (alone or in groups of up to three students) have to write a summary and discussion of the publication. These written documents will be graded and count as 25% for the final grade.
SkriptScripts of all lectures will be available.
Literatur"Molecular Biology of the Cell" (6th edition) by Alberts, Johnson, Lewis, Raff, Roberts, and Walter.
227-0965-00LMicro and Nano-Tomography of Biological TissuesW4 KP3GM. Stampanoni, P. A. Kaestner
KurzbeschreibungEinführung in die physikalischen und technischen Grundkenntnisse der tomographischen Röntgenmikroskopie. Verschiedene Röntgenbasierten-Abbildungsmechanismen (Absorptions-, Phasen- und Dunkelfeld-Kontrast) werden erklärt und deren Einsatz in der aktuellen Forschung vorgestellt, insbesondere in der Biologie. Die quantitative Auswertung tomographische Datensätzen wird ausführlich beigebracht.
LernzielEinführung in die Grundlagen der Röntgentomographie auf der Mikrometer- und Nanometerskala, sowie in die entsprechenden Bildbearbeitungs- und Quantifizierungsmethoden, unter besonderer Berücksichtigung von biologischen Anwendungen.
InhaltSynchrotron basierte Röntgenmikro- und Nanotomographie ist heutzutage eine leistungsfähige Technik für die hochaufgelösten zerstörungsfreien Untersuchungen einer Vielfalt von Materialien. Die aussergewöhnlichen Stärke und Kohärenz der Strahlung einer Synchrotronquelle der dritten Generation erlauben quantitative drei-dimensionale Aufnahmen auf der Mikro- und Nanometerskala und erweitern die klassischen Absorption-basierten Verfahrensweisen auf die kontrastreicheren kantenverstärkten und phasenempfindlichen Methoden, die für die Analyse von biologischen Proben besonders geeignet sind.

Die Vorlesung umfasst eine allgemeine Einführung in die Grundsätze der Röntgentomographie, von der Bildentstehung bis zur 3D Bildrekonstruktion. Sie liefert die physikalischen und technischen Grundkentnisse über die bildgebenden Synchrotronstrahllinien, vertieft die neusten Phasenkontrastmethoden und beschreibt die ersten Anwendungen nanotomographischer Röntgenuntersuchungen.

Schliesslich liefert der Kurs den notwendigen Hintergrund, um die quantitative Auswertung tomographischer Daten zu verstehen, von der grundlegenden Bildanalyse bis zur komplexen morphometrischen Berechnung und zur 3D-Visualisierung, unter besonderer Berücksichtigung von biomedizinischen Anwendungen.
SkriptOnline verfügbar
LiteraturWird in der Vorlesung angegeben.
227-0981-00LCross-Disciplinary Research and Development in Medicine and Engineering Belegung eingeschränkt - Details anzeigen
A maximum of 12 medical degree students and 12 (biomedical) engineering degree students can be admitted, their number should be equal.
W4 KP2V + 2AV. Kurtcuoglu, D. de Julien de Zelicourt, M. Meboldt, M. Schmid Daners, O. Ullrich
KurzbeschreibungCross-disciplinary collaboration between engineers and medical doctors is indispensable for innovation in health care. This course will bring together engineering students from ETH Zurich and medical students from the University of Zurich to experience the rewards and challenges of such interdisciplinary work in a project based learning environment.
LernzielThe main goal of this course is to demonstrate the differences in communication between the fields of medicine and engineering. Since such differences become the most evident during actual collaborative work, the course is based on a current project in physiology research that combines medicine and engineering. For the engineering students, the specific aims of the course are to:

- Acquire a working understanding of the anatomy and physiology of the investigated system;
- Identify the engineering challenges in the project and communicate them to the medical students;
- Develop and implement, together with the medical students, solution strategies for the identified challenges;
- Present the found solutions to a cross-disciplinary audience.
InhaltAfter a general introduction to interdisciplinary communication and detailed background on the collaborative project, the engineering students will receive tailored lectures on the anatomy and physiology of the relevant system. They will then team up with medical students who have received a basic introduction to engineering methodology to collaborate on said project. In the process, they will be coached both by lecturers from ETH Zurich and the University of Zurich, receiving lectures customized to the project. The course will end with each team presenting their solution to a cross-disciplinary audience.
SkriptHandouts and relevant literature will be provided.
376-1177-00LHuman Factors IW2 KP2VM. Menozzi Jäckli, R. Huang, M. Siegrist
KurzbeschreibungEvery day humans interact with various systems. Strategies of interaction, individual needs, physical & mental abilities, and system properties are important factors in controlling the quality and performance in interaction processes. In the lecture, factors are investigated by basic scientific approaches. Discussed topics are important for optimizing people's satisfaction & overall performance.
LernzielThe goal of the lecture is to empower students in better understanding the applied theories, principles, and methods in various applications. Students are expected to learn about how to enable an efficient and qualitatively high standing interaction between human and the environment, considering costs, benefits, health, and safety as well. Thus, an ergonomic design and evaluation process of products, tasks, and environments may be promoted in different disciplines. The goal is achieved in addressing a broad variety of topics and embedding the discussion in macroscopic factors such as the behavior of consumers and objectives of economy.
Inhalt- Physiological, physical, and cognitive factors in sensation and perception
- Body spaces and functional anthropometry, Digital Human Models
- Experimental techniques in assessing human performance and well-being
- Human factors and ergonomics in system designs, product development and innovation
- Human information processing and biological cybernetics
- Interaction among consumers, environments, behavior, and tasks
Literatur- Gavriel Salvendy, Handbook of Human Factors and Ergonomics, 4th edition (2012), is available on NEBIS as electronic version and for free to ETH students
- Further textbooks are introduced in the lecture
- Brouchures, checklists, key articles etc. are uploaded in ILIAS
376-1219-00LRehabilitation Engineering II: Rehabilitation of Sensory and Vegetative FunctionsW3 KP2VR. Riener, R. Gassert, L. Marchal Crespo
KurzbeschreibungRehabilitation Engng is the application of science and technology to ameliorate the handicaps of individuals with disabilities to reintegrate them into society.The goal is to present classical and new rehabilitation engineering principles applied to compensate or enhance motor, sensory, and cognitive deficits. Focus is on the restoration and treatment of the human sensory and vegetative system.
LernzielProvide knowledge on the anatomy and physiology of the human sensory system, related dysfunctions and pathologies, and how rehabilitation engineering can provide sensory restoration and substitution.

This lecture is independent from Rehabilitation Engineering I. Thus, both lectures can be visited in arbitrary order.
InhaltIntroduction, problem definition, overview
Rehabilitation of visual function
- Anatomy and physiology of the visual sense
- Technical aids (glasses, sensor substitution)
- Retina and cortex implants
Rehabilitation of hearing function
- Anatomy and physiology of the auditory sense
- Hearing aids
- Cochlea Implants
Rehabilitation and use of kinesthetic and tactile function
- Anatomy and physiology of the kinesthetic and tactile sense
- Tactile/haptic displays for motion therapy (incl. electrical stimulation)
- Role of displays in motor learning
Rehabilitation of vestibular function
- Anatomy and physiology of the vestibular sense
- Rehabilitation strategies and devices (e.g. BrainPort)
Rehabilitation of vegetative Functions
- Cardiac Pacemaker
- Phrenic stimulation, artificial breathing aids
- Bladder stimulation, artificial sphincter
Brain stimulation and recording
- Deep brain stimulation for patients with Parkinson, epilepsy, depression
- Brain-Computer Interfaces
LiteraturIntroductory Books:

An Introduction to Rehabilitation Engineering. R. A. Cooper, H. Ohnabe, D. A. Hobson (Eds.). Taylor & Francis, 2007.

Principles of Neural Science. E. R. Kandel, J. H. Schwartz, T. M Jessell (Eds.). Mc Graw Hill, New York, 2000.

Force and Touch Feedback for Virtual Reality. G. C. Burdea (Ed.). Wiley, New York, 1996 (available on NEBIS).

Human Haptic Perception, Basics and Applications. M. Grunwald (Ed.). Birkhäuser, Basel, 2008.

The Sense of Touch and Its Rendering, Springer Tracts in Advanced Robotics 45, A. Bicchi et al.(Eds). Springer-Verlag Berlin, 2008.

Interaktive und autonome Systeme der Medizintechnik - Funktionswiederherstellung und Organersatz. Herausgeber: J. Werner, Oldenbourg Wissenschaftsverlag 2005.

Neural prostheses - replacing motor function after desease or disability. Eds.: R. Stein, H. Peckham, D. Popovic. New York and Oxford: Oxford University Press.

Advances in Rehabilitation Robotics - Human-Friendly Technologies on Movement Assistance and Restoration for People with Disabilities. Eds: Z.Z. Bien, D. Stefanov (Lecture Notes in Control and Information Science, No. 306). Springer Verlag Berlin 2004.

Intelligent Systems and Technologies in Rehabilitation Engineering. Eds: H.N.L. Teodorescu, L.C. Jain (International Series on Computational Intelligence). CRC Press Boca Raton, 2001.


Selected Journal Articles and Web Links:

Abbas, J., Riener, R. (2001) Using mathematical models and advanced control systems techniques to enhance neuroprosthesis function. Neuromodulation 4, pp. 187-195.

Bach-y-Rita P., Tyler M., and Kaczmarek K (2003). Seeing with the brain. International journal of human-computer-interaction, 15(2):285-295.

Burdea, G., Popescu, V., Hentz, V., and Colbert, K. (2000): Virtual reality-based orthopedic telerehabilitation, IEEE Trans. Rehab. Eng., 8, pp. 430-432
Colombo, G., Jörg, M., Schreier, R., Dietz, V. (2000) Treadmill training of paraplegic patients using a robotic orthosis. Journal of Rehabilitation Research and Development, vol. 37, pp. 693-700.

Hayward, V. (2008): A Brief Taxonomy of Tactile Illusions and
Demonstrations That Can Be Done In a Hardware Store. Brain Research Bulletin, Vol 75, No 6, pp 742-752

Krebs, H.I., Hogan, N., Aisen, M.L., Volpe, B.T. (1998): Robot-aided neurorehabilitation, IEEE Trans. Rehab. Eng., 6, pp. 75-87

Levesque. V. (2005). Blindness, technology and haptics. Technical report, McGill University. Available at: Link

Quintern, J. (1998) Application of functional electrical stimulation in paraplegic patients. NeuroRehabilitation 10, pp. 205-250.

Riener, R., Nef, T., Colombo, G. (2005) Robot-aided neurorehabilitation for the upper extremities. Medical & Biological Engineering & Computing 43(1), pp. 2-10.

Riener, R. (1999) Model-based development of neuroprostheses for paraplegic patients. Royal Philosophical Transactions: Biological Sciences 354, pp. 877-894.

The vOICe. Link.

VideoTact, ForeThought Development, LLC. Link
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesTarget Group:
Students of higher semesters and PhD students of
- D-MAVT, D-ITET, D-INFK, D-HEST
- Biomedical Engineering, Robotics, Systems and Control
- Medical Faculty, University of Zurich
Students of other departments, faculties, courses are also welcome
This lecture is independent from Rehabilitation Engineering I. Thus, both lectures can be visited in arbitrary order.
376-1279-00LVirtual Reality in Medicine Belegung eingeschränkt - Details anzeigen
Findet dieses Semester nicht statt.
W3 KP2VR. Riener
KurzbeschreibungVirtual Reality has the potential to support medical training and therapy. This lecture will derive the technical principles of multi-modal (audiovisual, haptic, tactile etc.) input devices, displays and rendering techniques. Examples are presented in the fields of surgical training, intra-operative augmentation, and rehabilitation. The lecture is accompanied by practical courses and excursions.
LernzielProvide theoretical and practical knowledge of new principles and applications of multi-modal simulation and interface technologies in medical education, therapy, and rehabilitation.
InhaltVirtual Reality has the potential to provide descriptive and practical information for medical training and therapy while relieving the patient and/or the physician. Multi-modal interactions between the user and the virtual environment facilitate the generation of high-fidelity sensory impressions, by using not only visual and auditory modalities, but also kinesthetic, tactile, and even olfactory feedback. On the basis of the existing physiological constraints, this lecture will derive the technical requirements and principles of multi-modal input devices, displays, and rendering techniques. Several examples are presented that are currently being developed or already applied for surgical training, intra-operative augmentation, and rehabilitation. The lecture will be accompanied by several practical courses on graphical and haptic display devices as well as excursions to facilities equipped with large-scale VR equipment.

Target Group:
Students of higher semesters and PhD students of
- D-HEST, D-MAVT, D-ITET, D-INFK, D-PHYS
- Robotics, Systems and Control Master
- Biomedical Engineering/Movement Science and Sport
- Medical Faculty, University of Zurich
Students of other departments, faculties, courses are also welcome!
LiteraturBook: Virtual Reality in Medicine. Riener, Robert; Harders, Matthias; 2012 Springer.
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesThe course language is English.
Basic experience in Information Technology and Computer Science will be of advantage
More details will be announced in the lecture.
376-1504-00LPhysical Human Robot Interaction (pHRI) Belegung eingeschränkt - Details anzeigen
Number of participants limited to 26.
W4 KP2V + 2UR. Gassert, O. Lambercy
KurzbeschreibungThis course focuses on the emerging, interdisciplinary field of physical human-robot interaction, bringing together themes from robotics, real-time control, human factors, haptics, virtual environments, interaction design and other fields to enable the development of human-oriented robotic systems.
LernzielThe objective of this course is to give an introduction to the fundamentals of physical human robot interaction, through lectures on the underlying theoretical/mechatronics aspects and application fields, in combination with a hands-on lab tutorial. The course will guide students through the design and evaluation process of such systems.

By the end of this course, you should understand the critical elements in human-robot interactions - both in terms of engineering and human factors - and use these to evaluate and de- sign safe and efficient assistive and rehabilitative robotic systems. Specifically, you should be able to:

1) identify critical human factors in physical human-robot interaction and use these to derive design requirements;
2) compare and select mechatronic components that optimally fulfill the defined design requirements;
3) derive a model of the device dynamics to guide and optimize the selection and integration of selected components
into a functional system;
4) design control hardware and software and implement and
test human-interactive control strategies on the physical
setup;
5) characterize and optimize such systems using both engineering and psychophysical evaluation metrics;
6) investigate and optimize one aspect of the physical setup and convey and defend the gained insights in a technical presentation.
InhaltThis course provides an introduction to fundamental aspects of physical human-robot interaction. After an overview of human haptic, visual and auditory sensing, neurophysiology and psychophysics, principles of human-robot interaction systems (kinematics, mechanical transmissions, robot sensors and actuators used in these systems) will be introduced. Throughout the course, students will gain knowledge of interaction control strategies including impedance/admittance and force control, haptic rendering basics and issues in device design for humans such as transparency and stability analysis, safety hardware and procedures. The course is organized into lectures that aim to bring students up to speed with the basics of these systems, readings on classical and current topics in physical human-robot interaction, laboratory sessions and lab visits.
Students will attend periodic laboratory sessions where they will implement the theoretical aspects learned during the lectures. Here the salient features of haptic device design will be identified and theoretical aspects will be implemented in a haptic system based on the haptic paddle (Link), by creating simple dynamic haptic virtual environments and understanding the performance limitations and causes of instabilities (direct/virtual coupling, friction, damping, time delays, sampling rate, sensor quantization, etc.) during rendering of different mechanical properties.
SkriptWill be distributed through the document repository before the lectures.
Link
LiteraturAbbott, J. and Okamura, A. (2005). Effects of position quantization and sampling rate on virtual-wall passivity. Robotics, IEEE Transactions on, 21(5):952 - 964.
Adams, R. and Hannaford, B. (1999). Stable haptic interaction with virtual environments. Robotics and Automation, IEEE Transactions on, 15(3):465 -474.
Buerger, S. and Hogan, N. (2007). Complementary stability and loop shaping for improved human ndash;robot interaction. Robotics, IEEE Transactions on, 23(2):232 -244.
Burdea, G. and Brooks, F. (1996). Force and touch feedback for virtual reality. John Wiley & Sons New York NY.
Colgate, J. and Brown, J. (1994). Factors affecting the z-width of a haptic display. In Robotics and Automation, 1994. Proceedings., 1994 IEEE International Conference on, pages 3205 -3210 vol.4.
Diolaiti, N., Niemeyer, G., Barbagli, F., and Salisbury, J. (2006). Stability of haptic rendering: Discretization, quantization, time delay, and coulomb effects. Robotics, IEEE Transactions on, 22(2):256 -268.
Gillespie, R. and Cutkosky, M. (1996). Stable user-specific haptic rendering of the virtual wall. In Proceedings of the ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exhibition, volume 58, pages 397-406.
Hannaford, B. and Ryu, J.-H. (2002). Time-domain passivity control of haptic interfaces. Robotics and Automation, IEEE Transactions on, 18(1):1 -10.
Hashtrudi-Zaad, K. and Salcudean, S. (2001). Analysis of control architectures for teleoperation systems with impedance/admittance master and slave manipulators. The International Journal of Robotics Research, 20(6):419.
Hayward, V. and Astley, O. (1996). Performance measures for haptic interfaces. In ROBOTICS RESEARCH-INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM-, volume 7, pages 195-206. Citeseer.
Hayward, V. and Maclean, K. (2007). Do it yourself haptics: part i. Robotics Automation Magazine, IEEE, 14(4):88 -104.
Leskovsky, P., Harders, M., and Szeekely, G. (2006). Assessing the fidelity of haptically rendered deformable objects. In Haptic Interfaces for Virtual Environment and Teleoperator Systems, 2006 14th Symposium on, pages 19 - 25.
MacLean, K. and Hayward, V. (2008). Do it yourself haptics: Part ii [tutorial]. Robotics Automation Magazine, IEEE, 15(1):104 -119.
Mahvash, M. and Hayward, V. (2003). Passivity-based high-fidelity haptic rendering of contact. In Robotics and Automation, 2003. Proceedings. ICRA '03. IEEE International Conference on, volume 3, pages 3722 - 3728 vol.3.
Mehling, J., Colgate, J., and Peshkin, M. (2005). Increasing the impedance range of a haptic display by adding electrical damping. In Eurohaptics Conference, 2005 and Symposium on Haptic Interfaces for Virtual Environment and Teleoperator Systems, 2005. World Haptics 2005. First Joint, pages 257 - 262.
Okamura, A., Richard, C., and Cutkosky, M. (2002). Feeling is believing: Using a force-feedback joystick to teach dynamic systems. JOURNAL OF ENGINEERING EDUCATION-WASHINGTON-, 91(3):345-350.
O'Malley, M. and Goldfarb, M. (2004). The effect of virtual surface stiffness on the haptic perception of detail. Mechatronics, IEEE/ASME Transactions on, 9(2):448 -454.
Richard, C. and Cutkosky, M. (2000). The effects of real and computer generated friction on human performance in a targeting task. In Proceedings of the ASME Dynamic Systems and Control Division, volume 69, page 2.
Salisbury, K., Conti, F., and Barbagli, F. (2004). Haptic rendering: Introductory concepts. Computer Graphics and Applications, IEEE, 24(2):24-32.
Weir, D., Colgate, J., and Peshkin, M. (2008). Measuring and increasing z-width with active electrical damping. In Haptic interfaces for virtual environment and teleoperator systems, 2008. haptics 2008. symposium on, pages 169 -175.
Yasrebi, N. and Constantinescu, D. (2008). Extending the z-width of a haptic device using acceleration feedback. Haptics: Perception, Devices and Scenarios, pages 157-162.
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesNotice:
The registration is limited to 26 students
There are 4 credit points for this lecture.
The lecture will be held in English.
The students are expected to have basic control knowledge from previous classes.
Link
376-1651-00LClinical and Movement BiomechanicsW4 KP3GS. Lorenzetti, R. List, N. Singh
KurzbeschreibungMeasurement and modeling of the human movement during daily activities and in a clinical environment.
LernzielThe students are able to analyse the human movement from a technical point of view, to process the data and perform modeling with a focus towards clinical application.
InhaltThis course includes study design, measurement techniques, clinical testing, accessing movement data and anysis as well as modeling with regards to human movement.
376-1714-00LBiocompatible MaterialsW4 KP3GK. Maniura, J. Möller, M. Zenobi-Wong
KurzbeschreibungIntroduction to molecules used for biomaterials, molecular interactions between different materials and biological systems (molecules, cells, tissues). The concept of biocompatibility is discussed and important techniques from biomaterials research and development are introduced.
LernzielThe class consists of three parts:
1. Introdcution into molecular characteristics of molecules involved in the materials-to-biology interface. Molecular design of biomaterials.
2. The concept of biocompatibility.
3. Introduction into methodology used in biomaterials research and application.
InhaltIntroduction into native and polymeric biomaterials used for medical applications. The concepts of biocompatibility, biodegradation and the consequences of degradation products are discussed on the molecular level. Different classes of materials with respect to potential applications in tissue engineering and drug delivery are introduced. Strong focus lies on the molecular interactions between materials having very different bulk and/or surface chemistry with living cells, tissues and organs. In particular the interface between the materials surfaces and the eukaryotic cell surface and possible reactions of the cells with an implant material are elucidated. Techniques to design, produce and characterize materials in vitro as well as in vivo analysis of implanted and explanted materials are discussed.
In addition, a link between academic research and industrial entrepreneurship is established by external guest speakers.
SkriptHandouts can be accessed online.
LiteraturLiteratur
Biomaterials Science: An Introduction to Materials in Medicine, Ratner B.D. et al, 3rd Edition, 2013
Comprehensive Biomaterials, Ducheyne P. et al., 1st Edition, 2011

(available online via ETH library)

Handouts provided during the classes and references therin.
376-1985-00LTrauma BiomechanicsW4 KP2V + 1UK.‑U. Schmitt, M. H. Muser
KurzbeschreibungTrauma-Biomechanik ist ein interdiszipliäres Fach, das sich mit der Biomechanik von Verletzungen sowie Möglichkeiten zur Prävention von Verletzungen beschäftigt. Die Vorlesung stellt die Grundlagen der Trauma-Biomechanik dar.
LernzielVermittlung von Grundlagen der Trauma-Biomechanik.
InhaltDie Vorlesung beschäftigt sich mit Verletzungen des menschlichen Körpers und den zugrunde liegenden Verletzungsmechanismen. Hierbei bilden Verletzungen, die im Strassenverkehr erlitten werden, den Schwerpunkt. Weitere Vorlesungsthemen sind: Crash-Tests und die dazugehörige Messtechnik (z. B. Dummys), sowie aktuelle Themen der Trauma-Biomechanik wie z.B. Fussgänger-Kollisionen, Kinderrückhaltesysteme und Fahrzeugsitze.
SkriptUnterlagen werden zur Verfügung gestellt.
LiteraturSchmitt K-U, Niederer P, M. Muser, Walz F: "Trauma Biomechanics - An Introduction to Injury Biomechanics" bzw. "Trauma-Biomechanik - Einführung in die Biomechanik von Verletzungen", beide Springer Verlag.
402-0341-00LMedical Physics IW6 KP2V + 1UP. Manser
KurzbeschreibungIntroduction to the fundamentals of medical radiation physics. Functional chain due to radiation exposure from the primary physical effect to the radiobiological and medically manifest secondary effects. Dosimetric concepts of radiation protection in medicine. Mode of action of radiation sources used in medicine and its illustration by means of Monte Carlo simulations.
LernzielUnderstanding the functional chain from primary physical effects of ionizing radiation to clinical radiation effects. Dealing with dose as a quantitative measure of medical exposure. Getting familiar with methods to generate ionizing radiation in medicine and learn how they are applied for medical purposes. Eventually, the lecture aims to show the students that medical physics is a fascinating and evolving discipline where physics can directly be used for the benefits of patients and the society.
InhaltThe lecture is covering the basic principles of ionzing radiation and its physical and biological effects. The physical interactions of photons as well as of charged particles will be reviewed and their consequences for medical applications will be discussed. The concept of Monte Carlo simulation will be introduced in the excercises and will help the student to understand the characteristics of ionizing radiation in simple and complex situations. Fundamentals in dosimetry will be provided in order to understand the physical and biological effects of ionizing radiation. Deterministic as well as stochastic effects will be discussed and fundamental knowledge about radiation protection will be provided. In the second part of the lecture series, we will cover the generation of ionizing radiation. By this means, the x-ray tube, the clinical linear accelarator, and different radioactive sources in radiology, radiotherapy and nuclear medicine will be addressed. Applications in radiolgoy, nuclear medicine and radiotherapy will be described with a special focus on the physics underlying these applications.
SkriptA script will be provided.
551-0319-00LCellular Biochemistry (Part I) Information W3 KP2VU. Kutay, R. I. Enchev, B. Kornmann, M. Peter, I. Zemp, weitere Dozierende
KurzbeschreibungConcepts and molecular mechanisms underlying the biochemistry of the cell, providing advanced insights into structure, function and regulation of individual cell components. Particular emphasis will be put on the spatial and temporal integration of different molecules and signaling pathways into global cellular processes such as intracellular transport, cell division & growth, and cell migration.
LernzielThe full-year course (551-0319-00 & 551-0320-00) focuses on the molecular mechanisms and concepts underlying the biochemistry of cellular physiology, investigating how these processes are integrated to carry out highly coordinated cellular functions. The molecular characterisation of complex cellular functions requires a combination of approaches such as biochemistry, but also cell biology and genetics. This course is therefore the occasion to discuss these techniques and their integration in modern cellular biochemistry.
The students will be able to describe the structural and functional details of individual cell components, and the spatial and temporal regulation of their interactions. In particular, they will learn to explain the integration of different molecules and signaling pathways into complex and highly dynamic cellular processes such as intracellular transport, cytoskeletal rearrangements, cell motility, cell division and cell growth. In addition, they will be able to illustrate the relevance of particular signaling pathways for cellular pathologies such as cancer.
InhaltStructural and functional details of individual cell components, regulation of their interactions, and various aspects of the regulation and compartmentalisation of biochemical processes.
Topics include: biophysical and electrical properties of membranes; viral membranes; structural and functional insights into intracellular transport and targeting; vesicular trafficking and phagocytosis; post-transcriptional regulation of gene expression.
SkriptScripts and additional material will be provided during the semester. Please contact Dr. Alicia Smith for assistance with the learning materials. (Link)
LiteraturRecommended supplementary literature (review articles and selected primary literature) will be provided during the course.
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesTo attend this course the students must have a solid basic knowledge in chemistry, biochemistry and general biology. The course will be taught in English.
Design, Computation, Product Development & Manufacturing
NummerTitelTypECTSUmfangDozierende
151-0104-00LUncertainty Quantification for Engineering & Life Sciences Belegung eingeschränkt - Details anzeigen
Findet dieses Semester nicht statt.
Number of participants limited to 60.
W4 KP3GP. Koumoutsakos
KurzbeschreibungQuantification of uncertainties in computational models pertaining to applications in engineering and life sciences. Exploitation of massively available data to develop computational models with quantifiable predictive capabilities. Applications of Uncertainty Quantification and Propagation to problems in mechanics, control, systems and cell biology.
LernzielThe course will teach fundamental concept of Uncertainty Quantification and Propagation (UQ+P) for computational models of systems in Engineering and Life Sciences. Emphasis will be placed on practical and computational aspects of UQ+P including the implementation of relevant algorithms in multicore architectures.
InhaltTopics that will be covered include: Uncertainty quantification under
parametric and non-parametric modelling uncertainty, Bayesian inference with model class assessment, Markov Chain Monte Carlo simulation, prior and posterior reliability analysis.
SkriptThe class will be largely based on the book: Data Analysis: A Bayesian Tutorial by Devinderjit Sivia as well as on class notes and related literature that will be distributed in class.
Literatur1. Data Analysis: A Bayesian Tutorial by Devinderjit Sivia
2. Probability Theory: The Logic of Science by E. T. Jaynes
3. Class Notes
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesFundamentals of Probability, Fundamentals of Computational Modeling
151-0735-00LDynamic Behavior of Materials and Structures
Findet dieses Semester nicht statt.
W4 KP2V + 2UD. Mohr
KurzbeschreibungLectures and computer labs concerned with the modeling of the deformation response and failure of engineering materials (metals, polymers and composites) subject to extreme loadings during manufacturing, crash, impact and blast events.
LernzielStudents will learn to apply, understand and develop computational models of a large spectrum of engineering materials to predict their dynamic deformation response and failure in finite element simulations. Students will become familiar with important dynamic testing techniques to identify material model parameters from experiments. The ultimate goal is to provide the students with the knowledge and skills required to engineer modern multi-material solutions for high performance structures in automotive, aerospace and navel engineering.
InhaltTopics include viscoelasticity, temperature and rate dependent plasticity, dynamic brittle and ductile fracture; impulse transfer, impact and wave propagation in solids; computational aspects of material model implementation into hydrocodes; simulation of dynamic failure of structures;
SkriptSlides of the lectures, relevant journal papers and users manuals will be provided.
LiteraturVarious books will be recommended covering the topics discussed in class
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesCourse in continuum mechanics (mandatory), finite element method (recommended)
151-3205-00LExperimental Ergonomics Belegung eingeschränkt - Details anzeigen
Number of participants limited to 15.
W4 KP2V + 2AJ. Held
KurzbeschreibungYou will learn how to apply the scientific discipline of ergonomics for system analysis and product development "in order to optimise human well-being and overall system performance" (Link). The course offers the framework of models, concepts, methods and tools of applied ergonomics. Teaching is combined with learning-by-doing and research-based learning.
LernzielKnowledge of:
- Principles and rules of applied ergonomic system and product design.
- Methods and tools of ergonomic analysis and evaluation.
Practical experiences and hands-on skills in:
- Conducting a study in system and task analysis.
- Analysing human-product interactions.
- Applying ergonomic knowledge for product and system improvements.
Inhalt- Definition and role of applied ergonomics in engineering and design.
- Framework of ergonomic analysis and design.
- Design principles and rules.
- Methods and tools for system and task analysis.
Hands-on experience in team work:
- Experimental study of human-product interaction and usability through eye-tracking
- Field study of system and task analysis, including on-site visits of complex work stations (Hospital OR/ICU or Air traffic/Railway Control Rooms).
SkriptHandout at the start of the course.
LiteraturAhlstrom, V. and Longo, V. (2003). Human Factors Design Standard (HFDS). Link
Wiklund M.E., Wilcox, S.B. (2005). Designing Usability into Medical Products. Taylor & Francis.
Rubin, J. and Chisnell, D. (2008). Handbook of Usability Testing: How to Plan, Design and Conduct Effective Tests. Wiley.
Hölscher, U., Laurig, W. & Müller-Arnecke, H.W. (2008). Prinziplösungen zur ergonomischen Gestaltung von Medizingeräten. BAUA Forschung Projekt F1902.
Link
Niku, S.B. (2009). Creative Design of Products and Systems (Chapter 8). Wiley.
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesMax. number of participants is 15.
Experiments and field studies in teams of 2-3 students are obligatory.
151-3209-00LEngineering Design Optimization Belegung eingeschränkt - Details anzeigen
Number of participants limited to 35.
W4 KP4GK. Shea, T. Stankovic
KurzbeschreibungThe course covers fundamentals of computational optimization methods in the context of engineering design. It develops skills to formally state and model engineering design tasks as optimization problems and select appropriate methods to solve them.
LernzielThe lecture and exercises teach the fundamentals of optimization methods in the context of engineering design. After taking the course students will be able to express engineering design problems as formal optimization problems. Students will also be able to select and apply a suitable optimization method given the nature of the optimization model. They will understand the links between optimization and engineering design in order to design more efficient and performance optimized technical products. The exercises are MATLAB based.
Inhalt1. Optimization modeling and theory 2. Unconstrained optimization methods 2. Constrained optimization methods - linear and non-linear 4. Direct search methods 5. Stochastic and evolutionary search methods 6. Multi-objective optimization
Skriptavailable on Moodle
363-1065-00LDesign Thinking: Human-Centred Solutions to Real World Challenges Belegung eingeschränkt - Details anzeigen
Due to didactic reasons, the number of participants is limited to 30.

All interested students are invited to apply for this course by sending a one-page motivation letter until 14.9.16 to Florian Rittiner (Link).

Additionally please enroll via mystudies. Places will be assigned after the first lecture on the basis of your motivation letter and commitment for the class.
W5 KP5GA. Cabello Llamas, F. Rittiner, S. Brusoni, C. Hölscher, M. Meboldt
KurzbeschreibungThe goal of this course is to engage students in a multidisciplinary collaboration to tackle real world problems. Following a design thinking approach, students will work in teams to solve a set of design challenges that are organized as a one-week, a three-week, and a final six-week project in collaboration with an external project partner.

Information and application: Link
LernzielDuring the course, students will learn about different design thinking methods and tools. This will enable them to:
- Generate deep insights through the systematic observation and interaction of key stakeholders.
- Engage in collaborative ideation with a multidisciplinary (student) team.
- Rapidly prototype and iteratively test ideas and concepts by using various materials and techniques.
InhaltThe purpose of this course is to equip the students with methods and tools to tackle a broad range of problems. Following a Design Thinking approach, the students will learn how to observe and interact with key stakeholders in order to develop an in-depth understanding of what is truly important and emotionally meaningful to the people at the center of a problem. Based on these insights, the students ideate on possible solutions and immediately validated them through quick iterations of prototyping and testing using different tools and materials. The students will work in multidisciplinary teams on a set of challenges that are organized as a one-week, a three-week, and a final six-week project with an external project partner. In this course, the students will learn about the different Design Thinking methods and tools that are needed to generate deep insights, to engage in collaborative ideation, rapid prototyping and iterative testing.

Design Thinking is a deeply human process that taps into the creative abilities we all have, but that get often overlooked by more conventional problem solving practices. It relies on our ability to be intuitive, to recognize patterns, to construct ideas that are emotionally meaningful as well as functional, and to express ourselves through means beyond words or symbols. Design Thinking provides an integrated way by incorporating tools, processes and techniques from design, engineering, the humanities and social sciences to identify, define and address diverse challenges. This integration leads to a highly productive collaboration between different disciplines.

For more information and the application visit: Link
Voraussetzungen / BesonderesClass attendance and active participation is crucial as much of the learning occurs through the work in teams during class. Therefore, attendance is obligatory for every session. Please also note that the group work outside class is an essential element of this course, so that students must expect an above-average workload.