Rögnvaldur Jóhann Sæmundsson

Professor

School of Engineering and Natural Sciences
Faculty of Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and Computer Science

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VR-2 - V02-250

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Education

2003 Ph.D. Chalmers University of Technology Management of Technology
1994 M.Sc. University of Iceland Engineering
1991 B.Sc. University of Iceland Electrical Engineering
1987 Stúdentspróf

Courses 2024 - 2025

Rögnvaldur Möller (He/Him)

Professor

School of Engineering and Natural Sciences
Faculty of Physical Sciences

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Tæknigarður - Tg-310

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Education

1991 D.Phil Oxford University Mathematics
1988 BS University of Iceland Mathematics

Courses 2024 - 2025

Rúnar Már Þorsteinsson

Professor New Testament studies

School of Humanities
Faculty of Theology and Religious Studies

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Aðalbygging - A-337

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Education

2003 Doktorspróf/PhD Lund University History of Early Christianity
1999 Lund University Classical Greek
1998 Kandídatspróf/Cand.theol. University of Iceland Theology

Courses 2024 - 2025

Rúnar Unnþórsson

Professor Head of faculty

School of Engineering and Natural Sciences
Faculty of Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and Computer Science

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By appointment - please send me an email.

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Abstract

My work focuses on improving systems, making them more efficient and effective (performance engineering). Aiming at making our world - and our lifes - better using engineering solutions. I have worked on engineering applications like, non-destructive testing, sensory substitution, virtual acoustics, and energy solutions. I have used advanced Acoustic Emissions technology to monitor the integrity of Carbon Fibre Reinforced Polymers (CFRP) under multi-axial fatigue, extending its use to battery research, including aluminum-ion and second-life lithium-ion batteries. In sensory substitution, I pioneered an audio-tactile device for visually impaired individuals, enhancing spatial awareness through sound, and developed a device to improve music enjoyment for Cochlear Implant recipients. My virtual acoustics work includes creating realistic sound environments for virtual reality and gaming, ensuring accurate sound reproduction and enhancing user experiences by integrating technology with aesthetic and functional needs. In energy solutions, I have designed systems to repurpose waste heat from space-heating for soil heating, reducing thermal pollution and extending the growing season. I have studied passive thermoelectric generator systems powered by geothermal hot water pipes and biomass gasification processes to develop Combined Heat and Power (CHP) systems. Currently, I am focused on designing and testing the thermodynamics and physical strength of battery housings. I lead initiatives to repurpose old EV batteries for stationary energy storage, use batteries to reduce diesel generator oil consumption, and integrate these systems with photovoltaic solutions to improve sustainability.

Education

2013 Postgraduate diploma University of Iceland Teaching Studies for Higher Education
2008 Ph.D. University of Iceland Mechanical Engineering
2002 M.Sc. University of Iceland Mechanical Engineering
1997 cand. scient. University of Iceland Mechanical Engineering

Courses 2024 - 2025