Andreas Asiikkis

Andreas Asiikkis is an external researcher at the Engineering and Technology Institute Groningen (ENTEG), Faculty of Science and Engineering, University of Groningen. His research focuses on wave energy conversion and coastal engineering, contributing to UN Sustainable Development Goals for clean energy and climate action.

His primary research interests include:

• Wave energy converter arrays and optimization
• Time-domain simulations and experimental validation
• Breaking wave interactions with coastal structures
• Hydraulic power take-off systems for renewable energy

Analysis of his 2022-2025 publications reveals concentrated work on wave energy technologies and coastal protection. Key trends include dense WEC array modeling, hydraulic PTO optimization, breaking wave impact studies on recurved parapet structures, and mooring system innovations. His research bridges computational fluid dynamics (LES), experimental validation, and practical engineering solutions for renewable energy infrastructure and coastal resilience.

Asiikkis operates within the Engineering and Technology Institute Groningen (ENTEG), collaborating with international researchers across Europe and Asia on wave energy and coastal engineering projects. His work demonstrates strong interdisciplinary connections between ocean engineering, fluid dynamics, and structural design.