ICP Labs

An often underestimated aspect of developing physical simulation models is their validation and the associated improvement cycle. In terms of effort, this often involves much more than ‘a few simple experiments to compare with the simulation’. Instead, this part of the multiphysics development process is the actual link between theoretical development and operational reality. Validation efforts and the associated necessary model improvement cycle can account for up to 60% of the project scope. It is therefore important to recognise the strategic significance of this area. Maintaining and expanding the capabilities of a validation laboratory is therefore important. 

The Institute of Computational Physics (ICP) laboratory initiative was founded to strengthen the bridge between theoretical modelling and experimental validation. The aim is to gain a holistic understanding of physical systems – from the atomic scale to functional applications – and to translate this knowledge into innovative materials, devices and measurement methods.

Against the backdrop of increasing demands for energy-efficient, sustainable and intelligent technologies, the ICP is pooling its expertise in simulation, optoelectronics, materials science, sensor technology and photonics in an integrated laboratory infrastructure.

The mission is to combine interdisciplinary research with industrial relevance, develop new experimental methods, and offer students and partners from research and industry a platform for application-oriented innovation.