Volker Hinrichsen

Prof. Volker Hinrichsen is a Full Professor at Technische Universität Darmstadt, leading the High-Voltage Laboratories in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Information Technologies. He has held this role since 2001, focusing on advancing high-voltage technologies and their applications. Prior to his academic position, he spent 12 years at Siemens AG in R&D roles, including Director of Surge Arrester Development and high-voltage testing engineer.

His research emphasizes lightning and overvoltage protection, novel insulation materials, high-voltage circuit breaker performance, and condition monitoring systems. Key areas include MO varistor energy handling, superconducting system switching, and sensor development for arc rotation and field emission measurements. He also specializes in high-current testing methodologies involving power semiconductors.

Prof. Hinrichsen’s career spans over 30 years in high-voltage engineering, bridging industry and academia. His leadership in TU Darmstadt’s High-Voltage Laboratories ensures cutting-edge contributions to electrical power system reliability and safety.