About
Mathias Hudoba de Badyn is an Associate Professor in the Department of Technology Systems (ITS) at the University of Oslo. He previously served as a postdoc at the Automatic Control Lab at ETH Zürich (2019-2023) working with John Lygeros and Roy Smith. His academic journey includes a PhD in Aeronautics and Astronautics from the University of Washington under Mehran Mesbahi, where he focused on distributed control theory.
His research interests center on control and estimation of networked dynamical systems with emphasis on sustainability applications. Using algebraic graph theory, he investigates how network structure affects distributed control, estimation, and optimization algorithms. His primary application domains include smart buildings and energy hubs interconnected with the electric grid for demand-side management and peak shaving, as well as aerospace applications involving multi-vehicle systems from UAV swarms to distributed satellite systems.
His recent publication trends show strong focus on distributed control algorithms applied to energy systems and aerospace applications, with increasing integration of machine learning techniques while maintaining theoretical rigor. His work spans from fundamental network theory to practical implementations in building control and spacecraft systems.
- Work package leader in CENSSS (Centre for Space Sensors and Systems)
- Involved with FME Solar Centre for Environmentally Friendly Research
- Active supervisor for numerous PhD and Master's students
His research group has secured projects related to smart buildings, energy systems, and aerospace control, with recent work focusing on virtual power plants, spacecraft GNC, and AI validation in maritime automation. He maintains strong collaborations with institutions including ETH Zürich, University of Washington, and various industry partners.
