Hannover Messe 2023: Paderborn's innovations for the energy future!

Hannover Messe 2023: Paderborn's innovations for the energy future!

The Software Innovation Campus of the University of Paderborn (SICP) will be prominently represented at the upcoming Hannover Messe 2023. This most important event for the industry takes place from March 31st to April 4th. The SICP presents a total of eight research projects, all of which deal with intelligent and sustainable energy systems. The aim of these projects is to develop efficient solutions for the increasingly challenging requirements of the energy sector and energy-intensive industries.

Digital technologies, especially artificial intelligence (AI) and digital twins, play a central role in these projects. They are used to optimize complex processes in the energy system. One of the outstanding projects is “DC2HEAT2”, which focuses on the use of waste heat from data centers as an energy source, supported by AI. Another example is “climate bOWL”, an intelligent assistance system for analyzing greenhouse gas emission sources in production.

Interactive experience and demonstrations

At the trade fair, SICP will use an interactive demonstrator that will provide visitors with a clear understanding of the research content. A miniature model of the city of Paderborn will show facilities for renewable energies, electrolysers for green hydrogen and hydrogen filling stations. The Benteler company is also working on the models as an important customer. Colorful LEDs visualize the energy flows: green for electricity, blue for hydrogen, red for waste heat and orange for natural gas. An integrated controller allows the simulation of various scenarios and their effects on the energy system.

The SICP presents its solutions not alone, but together with 17 other exhibitors from business and research at the joint stand of the state of North Rhine-Westphalia, which can be found in Hall 7, Stand A28. A network meeting is also scheduled for Monday, March 31st, from 6 p.m. to promote exchange and networking between participants.

Cooperation between science and business

The Software Innovation Campus Paderborn is an interdisciplinary research and innovation campus that promotes close cooperation between business and science. More than 40 member companies and over 30 professors from the University of Paderborn are involved. SICP's projects are aimed at areas such as artificial intelligence (AI), high performance computing and the Internet of Things (IoT), with a focus on combining established technologies to create innovations. At a time when the energy industry is undergoing profound change, it is clear that AI plays a key role. Companies in this sector are increasingly relying on AI to optimize energy networks and accurately predict the production of renewable energy.

Current AI energy companies are critical to driving innovation, increasing efficiency and promoting sustainability. The use of AI helps analyze data in real time, predict consumption patterns and minimize waste. In addition to SICP, there are numerous companies working on AI-powered technologies in the energy sector, including Siemens, General Electric and Tesla, all of which offer solutions for integrating renewable energy sources and automating intelligent energy distribution.

Those interested have the opportunity to receive a free ticket for the Hannover Messe via the SICP. Further information is available on the website of the joint stand and the SICP. The trade fair will be a significant event to showcase the latest developments in the energy industry and promote future collaborations and innovations.