Thesis - Vehicle cabin cool down & heat up using CFD

We are Geely Technology Europe. A unified European R&D centre within Geely Auto Group, where world-class engineers, developers and

innovators push the boundaries of intelligent mobility. Our mission is to shape the next generation of vehicle architectures,

digital technologies and intelligent systems for global markets. We integrate European customer and regulatory requirements early

in the development process and support multiple brands within the Geely portfolio, including Zeekr, Lynk & Co and Geely. With

nearly two decades of engineering experience in Europe, we continue to build smart, sustainable and user‑centric mobility

solutions.

Cabin comfort is a key aspect of vehicle quality and customer satisfaction. As the automotive industry continues its transition

toward electrification, efficient climate control systems have become increasingly important due to their direct impact on vehicle

energy consumption and driving range.

Traditionally, the performance of automotive air conditioning (AC) systems is evaluated through extensive physical testing, which

is both costly and often only possible late in projects.

Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) offers the possibility to predict airflow patterns, heat transfer, and temperature distribution

within the passenger compartment during the vehicle development process. However, accurately simulating cabin thermal behavior

remains challenging due to the complex interactions between HVAC airflow, solar loads, interior surfaces, occupants, and transient

operating conditions. A robust and efficient CFD methodology is therefore needed to enable reliable virtual assessments of AC

system performance.

The objective of this master thesis is to develop a CFD-based methodology for evaluating the cooling performance of automotive air

conditioning systems with respect to cabin temperature distribution and thermal comfort.

The developed methodology should provide a systematic approach for predicting cabin temperatures during cooling events and support

the assessment of HVAC system effectiveness in reducing thermal loads within the vehicle interior.

We are engineers, developers, and innovators from around the world. Joined together by entrepreneurship, our unique blend of

global culture, and a belief in a smarter more sustainable future. At Geely Tech Eu we fast-track innovation and transform ideas

into pioneering technology solutions, doing your master thesis here is no different. We are convinced that a thesis project is a

major contribution to our innovation capabilities and long-term development. You'll have a great opportunity to use your skills

and creativity to push the boundaries of what´s possible.

What happens when you apply

If this sounds interesting and you match the requirements, please don't hesitate to submit your application with a CV and cover

letter. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview to further discuss the project's details and expectations.

Supervisor: Johannes Johannes Varosy, 3D CFD Engineer Energy Management johannes.varosy@zeekrtech.eu, please contact for more

information about the project

Please note that due to GDPR regulations, we can only accept applications sent through the recruitment system, not via email or

other channels.