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Professor Dr. Johan Ölvander

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Biography

Johan Ölvander is a Professor in Engineering Design at Linköping University. With a focus on product design development, he employs simulation optimization techniques to support the development of complex engineering systems. His research centers on product development based on design automation, covering various engineering domains through multi-disciplinary modeling and design optimization. Ölvander's work has real-world applications, including industrial robotics, aircraft design, automotive applications, and fluid power systems. He received his Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering from Linköping University in 1997 and has since held numerous academic and leadership positions, including Deputy head of the Department of Management and Engineering. His previous accolades include the Ingeströmska scholarship for research overseas and multiple awards for outstanding academic achievements.

Research Interests

Product Design Development Simulation Optimization Multi-disciplinary Modelling Design Optimization Industrial Robotics Aircraft Design Automotive Applications Fluid Power Systems

Experience

Professor

2011-01-01 — Present

Linköping University • Linköping, Sweden

Professor in Engineering Design.

Professor

2009-01-01 — Present

Linköping University • Linköping, Sweden

Professor in Machine Design.

Awards

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Ingeströmska Stiftelsen Scholarship

1999-01-01
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Tryggve Holm Scholarship

1996-01-01

Requirements for Linköping University

Master Program

Requirements

GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90

Prerequisites

Bachelor's degree with a major relevant to the program At least 30 ECTS credits in mathematics/applied mathematics and/or application of mathematics

Application Checklist

  • Certificates and diplomas from previous university studies
  • Transcript of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport/ID
  • Syllabus for relevant courses

Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Faculty of Science and Engineering (Institute of Technology) for international Master's programs.