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Ulf Olofsson is a Professor of Tribology at the Royal Institute of Technology (KTH) in Sweden, where he has contributed significantly to the field since 2006. He received his Ph.D. in 1996, focusing on wear failure mechanisms in boundary lubricated rolling bearings. Olofsson has held various academic positions, including Research Engineer at the Swedish National Testing Research Institute and Research Associate, Senior Lecturer at KTH. His research interests primarily revolve around interfaces, simulation, and prediction of friction and wear, with applications in mechanical, automotive, and railway engineering. Olofsson's recent research includes the study of friction modifiers in rolling and sliding contacts, as well as the effects of airborne particles on wear processes in disc brakes. With over 200 publications in refereed journals and an h-index of 44, he is a recognized authority in tribology. Olofsson has also supervised numerous master's and Ph.D. students and has participated in various scientific committees and boards related to tribology and mechanical design. He has been awarded several prestigious prizes for his contributions to the field, including the ASME K.L Johnson award and the Jacob Wallenberg award.
Royal Institute of Technology • Stockholm
Leading research in tribology, interfaces, and mechanical engineering.
Swedish National Testing Research Institute •
Conducted research and development in various engineering fields.
Department of Machine Design, KTH • Stockholm
Focused on the study of wear failure mechanisms.
Department of Machine Design, KTH • Stockholm
Engaged in both teaching and research.
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