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Daniel Hagen is an Associate Professor at the Department of Engineering Sciences, University of Agder (UiA), Norway. He holds a Ph.D. in Engineering Sciences (2020), M.Sc. and B.Sc. in Mechatronics (2014 and 2012), and a Trade Certificate as Automation Mechanic (2009). His academic career is complemented by extensive industrial experience in roles such as Chief Scientist at Twilligent and Senior Technical Advisor at MotionTech, focusing on control systems, robotics, and energy-efficient mechatronics.
Dr. Hagen's research interests include robotics, actuation systems, fluid power, and control systems. He leads projects in digital twins, autonomous robotics (e.g., UiAbot), and energy-efficient electro-hydraulic systems. His work emphasizes practical applications in offshore engineering and industrial automation.
He teaches courses like Robotics and Instrumentation, Programming for Intelligent Robotics, and Mechatronic System Design. He is affiliated with research groups such as CAIR (Artificial Intelligence Research) and the Intelligent Mechatronics (iTron) group.
Recent publications focus on real-time control systems, payload motion prediction, and digital twin frameworks for mechatronics. His research bridges academic innovation with industrial challenges, particularly in energy efficiency and autonomous systems.
