02.04.20

How photovoltaic systems contribute to voltage regulation

Photovoltaics is one of the most important technologies for renewable energy supply. In addition to clean electricity, however, it causes voltage fluctuations in the power grid. On behalf of the Swiss Federal Office of Energy, ZHAW researchers have…

23.03.20

EU project «FCHgo!»: Generating new energy in a playful manner

Hydrogen and fuel cells are popular when it comes to environmentally friendly energy generation. However, teaching children the principles behind such technologies isn't easy. The international «FCHgo!» project supports teachers in doing just…

13.03.20

ZHAW discontinues classroom teaching until the end of May

Following a decision by the federal and cantonal governments, any attendance and classroom teaching at the ZHAW will be discontinued with immediate effect from Monday, March 16 until the end of May 2020. The university is operating at full capacity…

19.02.20

Two ZHAW projects in the National Research Programme “Digital Transformation”

The Swiss National Science Foundation is launching its research programme NRP77 “Digital Transformation” with 37 research projects. The ZHAW School of Engineering is collaborating on two of these projects, where the researchers are called on to…

09.01.20

“Watt d’Or” award for greenhouse project

Energy consumption for greenhouse heating can be slashed by fifty per cent with a highly efficient, targeted air conditioning approach developed by researchers of the ZHAW School of Engineering. The project has received the “Watt d’Or” award by the…

04.11.19

Part-time format now available for all Engineering degree programmes

Young people decide to study part-time in increasing numbers. The ZHAW School of Engineering now offers all of its eight Bachelor’s degree programmes in both a full-time and part-time format.

29.08.19

Treating neck pain with a computer game

ZHAW researchers have teamed up with partners from industry and clinical practice to develop a system that treats neck problems using computer games. But this is about more than just fun and games. The system also makes it possible for the first time…

05.06.19

ZHAW researchers develop revolutionary method to digitise sheet music

The new scanning method for musical notes represents a milestone in computer-aided object recognition. A digital music stand can now convert printed sheet music into machine-readable notes twice as precisely as was possible before.

20.05.19

Self-powered sensors detect water leaks

A team of engineers from the ZHAW and Eawag have developed a smart-sensor system to monitor drinking-water mains. The system has an independent power supply and transmits data wirelessly.

17.05.19

Protein shakes win the ZHAW Startup Challenge

A new capsule for protein powder will soon hit the fitness market. At this year’s ZHAW Startup Challenge, “FitCap” was already convincing. Behind the idea are five young men from the ZHAW School of Engineering and School of Management and Law.

10.05.19

Flying measuring platform investigates gases in the air

Researchers at the ZHAW School of Engineering have supported the German Research Centre for Geosciences (GFZ) in the development of a flying measuring platform. The system measures greenhouse gases in the lower atmosphere. The flying device is…

09.04.19

First ZHAW student to programme quantum computer

Even state-of-the-art computers still need a long time to solve complex problems. Future quantum computers will be able to do this in a fraction of the time currently needed. For the first time at the ZHAW School of Engineering, a computer science…

26.03.19

Walking or cycling satisfies commuters most

In the Basel area, new mobility solutions are available to commuters in addition to cars and public transport. However, according to a study conducted by the ZHAW, commuters are not open to carpooling yet. What’s more, people still know too little…

26.03.19

Commuters who walk or cycle to work reportedly the happiest

With new mobility solutions at their disposal, commuters in the Basel area no longer need to rely solely on cars or public transport. However, according to a new ZHAW study, commuters are not necessarily open to sharing their car and only few of them…

28.01.19

First-ever qualified electronic signature for blockchain

Till now, conducting secure transactions using blockchain technology was impossible because there was no way to send a legally binding electronic signature. To remedy the situation, ZHAW and Swisscom have collaborated to develop the first application…

06.12.18

Mobile communications network could make drone use safer

Unmanned aerial vehicles are an increasingly common feature of our skies, but until now they have not been registered or otherwise identified. Infrastructure for mobile communications could be used to integrate drones into the Swiss airspace. This is…

18.04.18

High-precision robot uses cornstarch to remove aircraft coatings

Aircraft paint is stripped off regularly. So far, this has mostly been a laborious procedure involving hand-held grinders or chemical agents. A new method of abrasive blasting with cornstarch could change this. Researchers at the ZHAW have developed…

04.04.18

ZHAW study on civil drones – challenges and prospects

Under the guidance of the ZHAW, a team of experts has evaluated the prospects and challenges for civil drones in Switzerland. A meticulous survey and considerations on the future development of drone technology have led the team to a number of…

15.03.18

Vertical solar panels for balanced electricity production

Solar panels produce most of their electricity around midday, when there is already a lot of power in the grid. To solve this problem, ZHAW researchers are testing vertical solar panels for the first time. These produce electricity with morning and…

13.02.18

Low prices and more vehicles in the shared mobility sector

A ZHAW study on shared mobility concepts in European cities shows that bike-sharing prices have been dropping rapidly, whereas fleet sizes have increased massively. The same pattern can be seen in the car-sharing sector, where prices are declining…