About
Åsa Kassman Rudolphi is an Associate Professor and Head of the Department of Materials Science at Uppsala University's Faculty of Science and Technology since January 2020. Previously, in 2019, she served as Head of the Department of Engineering Sciences. Her work is centered at the Ångström Laboratory, a prominent research facility at Uppsala University focused on advanced materials and technology development.
Dr. Kassman Rudolphi holds a TeknD (Doctor of Technology) degree and is an Associate Professor in Engineering Physics with a specialization in Materials Science. Her academic leadership extends across multiple organizational units including the Intendant's Organization at the Ångström Laboratory and Department of Materials Science Administration and Service.
Her research focuses on tribology, examining friction and wear mechanisms from a materials science perspective. Dr. Kassman Rudolphi leads projects investigating polymeric materials and sintered steels for tribological applications, electrical contact materials, and grease-lubricated contacts. She employs advanced techniques including scanning electron microscopy, energy dispersive x-ray spectroscopy, and cross-section analysis to understand material behavior under various conditions. Her work bridges fundamental materials science with practical engineering applications in electrical contacts, clutch systems, and bearing materials.
Analysis of Dr. Kassman Rudolphi's publication record reveals consistent contributions to understanding material performance in tribological systems. Her research spans polymer composites, sintered metals, and electrical contact materials, with particular attention to how surface properties, lubrication, and material composition affect performance. Recent work has examined PTFE effects on polymer composites, crack propagation in sintered steels, and advanced lubrication mechanisms using novel grease formulations.
Dr. Kassman Rudolphi serves as the main supervisor for two doctoral students, guiding the next generation of materials scientists. Her leadership extends beyond research to departmental administration, where she oversees academic programs and research initiatives within the Department of Materials Science.
Based at the Ångström Laboratory, Dr. Kassman Rudolphi is part of a vibrant research community focused on advanced materials, energy technologies, and nanotechnology. The laboratory provides state-of-the-art facilities for materials characterization and testing, supporting her research on friction, wear, and material performance in various applications.
