A Blog of the ZHAW Zurich University of Applied Sciences
Summary: A research team from the National Institute for Environmental Studies, Zurich University of Applied Sciences, Tokyo Metropolitan University, and other institutions (hereinafter referred to as “our research team”) conducted emission tests on aircraft engines and examined the shapes and internal structures of the exhaust particles with high-resolution transmission electron microscopy. Our research team identified […]
If you’re a frequent reader of our blog, you already know that we’re deeply invested in air quality — particularly when it comes to the impact of transportation. Whether it’s engine emissions, field measurements, lab studies, or targeted campaigns, we’ve done it all. If you’re new here, you’ve arrived at an exciting time! We’re taking […]
As part of the Atmospheric Physics and Applied Meteorology course for Aviation studies at ZHAW, we carry out a vertical sounding of the atmosphere during lab hours. A radiosonde is attached to a weather balloon which then ascends through the atmosphere, measuring temperature, moisture, pressure, altitude, and its location along the way. As the balloon […]
(Funded by ETH Zürich Leading House Asia to promote Swiss and Thai research collaborations) Project Description and Objectives Air quality in airplane cabins is vital due to the presence of harmful volatile organic compounds (VOCs) that can affect passengers’ and crew members’ health (known as Aerotoxic Syndrome). These VOCs, originating from sources like exhaust gases […]
If you have ever owned a car, you are probably familiar with the mandatory (bi-) annual emissions test, which were introduced to ensure that wear and tear on the engines do not have a negative impact on the exhaust gas quality. And even if you have never owned a car, chances are that this connection […]
Jet engines, the powerhouse behind the aviation industry, are significant contributors to global emissions, impacting both the environment and human health. By combusting fuel to produce thrust for flights, these engines release a mix of carbon dioxide (CO2), water vapor, nitrogen oxides (NOx), volatile organic compounds (VOCs), and soot particles into the atmosphere. Generally, soot […]
