Dr. Ulf Olofsson

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Biography

Ulf Olofsson is a Professor of Tribology at the Royal Institute of Technology (KTH), where he has been a faculty member since 2006. He earned his PhD in 1996, focusing on wear failure mechanisms of boundary lubricated rolling bearings. His research encompasses interfaces and the simulation of friction and wear, addressing issues relevant to mechanical, automotive, and railway engineering. His recent interests include friction modifiers in various contact scenarios and understanding wear processes related to airborne particles in contact systems. Olofsson has supervised over 50 master's degree students and 25 graduated PhD students and has published around 200 articles in refereed journals with an h-index of 44. He has held significant administrative roles, including Head of the Department of Machine Design and Division Head for Machine Elements at KTH. Olofsson has received multiple awards for his contributions to machine design and materials science, highlighting his expertise and accomplishments in his field.

Research Interests

Tribology Friction Wear Mechanisms Mechanical Engineering Automotive Engineering Railway Engineering

Experience

Professor of Tribology

2006-01-01 — Present

Royal Institute of Technology (KTH) • Stockholm, Sweden

Professor of Tribology focusing on friction and wear mechanisms.

Research Associate, Senior Lecturer

1997-01-01 — 2005-01-01

Department of Machine Design, KTH • Stockholm, Sweden

Conducted research and taught in machine design.

PhD Student

1994-01-01 — 1996-01-01

Department of Machine Design, KTH • Stockholm, Sweden

Pursued doctoral studies in machine elements.

Research Engineer

1987-01-01 — 1993-01-01

Swedish National Testing Research Institute (SP) • Sweden

Worked as a research engineer in mechanical testing.

Awards

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Scania Award

1997-01-01
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ASME K.L Johnson Award

2006-01-01
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Jacob Wallenberg Award

2009-01-01
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IHHA Conference Civil Engineering Paper Prize

2011-01-01
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IMECHE John F Alcock Memorial Prize

2016-01-01

Courses

Eco Design (MF2032) Thesis Work in Machine Design (MF223X) Thesis Work in Machine Design (MF213X) Graduate School in Tribology (FMF3017) Research Methodology in Machine Design (MF2072) Research Methodology in Mechanical Engineering for Doctoral Students (FMF3029) Research Methodology in Mechatronics (MF2071) Component Construction (MF2010) Machine Construction - High Risk Project Course (FMF3045) Machine Construction – Literature Study and Thesis Analysis (FMF3044) Robust Design (MF2024) Seminar Course for Doctoral Students (FMF3042) Seminar Course for Doctoral Students II (FMF3043)

Requirements for Royal Institute of Technology

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.7
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Writing
Required:20
Total
Required:90
PTE
Writing
Required:61
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) in a relevant field Calculus in one variable Linear Algebra Probability Theory and Statistics
Application Checklist
  • Certificates and diplomas from previous university studies
  • Transcript of completed courses and grades
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letter of Motivation
  • Summary sheet (if required by program)
  • Letters of Recommendation (standard for most programs)
Specialization Notes

Specific requirements apply to all departments. For Architecture, a portfolio is mandatory and submitted via a separate KTH system.