Dr. Helm Jansen

Assistant Professor

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Biography

J.W. (Helm) Jansen received his MSc degree (cum laude) and PhD degree from the Department of Electrical Engineering at the Eindhoven University of Technology, Netherlands, in 2003 and 2007, respectively. Since 2018, he has been active in the Electromechanics Power Electronics group at the university as both an assistant and associate professor, specializing in electromechanics for high-precision systems. He also serves as a system architect for the Precision Solutions program at Prodrive Technologies. His work involves the supervision of PhD and MSc students, focusing on the modeling (both semi-analytical and numerical) and design of advanced electromechanical devices, including linear planar motors, (integrated) magnetic bearings, multi-DOF actuators, and wireless energy transfer systems.

Research Interests

Electromechanics Power Electronics Modeling of Electromechanical Devices High-Precision Systems Linear Planar Motors Integrated Magnetic Bearings Multi-DOF Actuators Wireless Energy Transfer Systems

Requirements for Eindhoven University of Technology

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.4
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:65
Reading
Required:65
Writing
Required:65
Speaking
Required:65
Overall
Required:70
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering or science discipline Specific subject knowledge related to the chosen program (e.g., Calculus, Linear Algebra) Maximum 15 ECTS deficiency for international applicants
Application Checklist
  • Certified copy of Bachelor's degree and transcript
  • Authenticated English/Dutch translation of documents
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Motivation Letter
  • Two letters of reference
  • Summary of Bachelor thesis/dissertation
  • Concise course descriptions of relevant subjects
  • Copy of passport
  • Proof of payment of application fee (EUR 100)
Specialization Notes

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