Electrical Engineering
This is the branch of engineering that deals with the study and application of electricity, electronics, and electromagnetism.
The University of Gävle has long conducted research and offered education in electronics, but as our academic programs have evolved—and we have introduced both an engineering program and a master’s program in automation—our research scope has broadened, which is why we now use the term “electrical engineering.”
Our research in this field focuses on the following areas:
- electrical measurement technology, particularly radio measurement technology, with the aim of achieving energy-efficient components
- radio communication in industrial environments, including efforts to create a safer work environment
- sensor technology and sensor-based signal processing, where gas sensors are one example of an application
- control engineering, with applications in industrial maintenance
- robotics, with the aim of enabling older adults to live a richer life, and with a focus on safety issues.
Electrical Measurement Technology
In the field of electrical measurement technology, particularly radio measurement technology, a significant portion of the research at HiG
focuses on methods for characterizing nonlinear dynamic effects in
radio components and radio systems, with the aim of achieving energy-efficient components and efficient utilization of radio frequencies. Recently, research has also begun on methods for using radar to inspect building elements, detect cracks and other defects, and locate cables and moisture in walls.
Radio communication
In the field of radio communication, research has focused, among other things, on wireless communication in
industrial built environments. Radio communication is used industrially for safety-critical processes and for environmental monitoring; the research thus aims to create a safer working environment. Research in satellite communication has also been conducted.
Sensor technology and on-sensor signal processing
In the field of sensor technology and on-sensor signal processing, research has focused particularly on gas sensors. Applications are found particularly in environmental engineering.
Control Engineering
In the field of control engineering, research is being conducted on condition-based maintenance in the manufacturing industry. Research has also been conducted on the control of heating and ventilation systems.
Robotics
In the field of robotics, research focuses partly on robots designed to enable older adults to lead more fulfilling lives (an area known as “Ambient Assistive Living”), and partly on safety issues that are critical as service robots find new applications in sectors such as manufacturing and healthcare.
Current research projects
This page was last updated 2026-04-20