Eilif Hugo Hansen

Associate Professor Eilif Hugo Hansen works at the Department of Electrical Energy, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). His primary research areas are electrical installations and lighting technology, with a focus on energy efficiency, daylight utilization, and applications in aquaculture. He has contributed to standardization committees like NEK/NK64 and IEC TC64, and co-developed the LYSSTYR lighting control software.

• Department: Electrical Energy
• School: Faculty of Information Technology, Mathematics, and Electrical Engineering
• University: Norwegian University of Science and Technology

Education includes a Civil Engineering degree (1985) and Doctorate in Engineering (1990) from NTH (now NTNU). He is a certified electrical contractor with expertise in low-voltage systems.

Research Highlights: Over 30 years of publications in lighting technology, electrical safety, and energy systems. Key themes include ground fault detection, non-radial electrical networks, and daylight integration in buildings. His work with Lysforsk center and SINTEF collaborations underscores his industry impact.

Teaching involves courses like TET4165 Light and Lighting and TET4170 Electrical Installations. He has supervised over 40 master's theses, including topics on smart lighting, power distribution, and energy-saving technologies.

Professional Engagement:

• Member of NEK/NK64 Low-Voltage Installations committee
• Contributor to IEC TC64 MT12 standards
• Former head of the Energy Transformation and Electrical Installations program (1997-2000)
• Co-developer of the LYSSTYR software for simulating daylight rhythms