Elisabeth Clausen

Prof. Dr.-Ing. Elisabeth Clausen is a Professor and Director of the Chair and Institute for Advanced Mining Technologies at RWTH Aachen University. She holds key roles in the Specialist Group for Raw Materials and Disposal Technology, serves as a rectorate representative, and leads the Commission for EU Research Funding. Her research spans

• Underground mining automation
• Acoustic emission diagnostics
• Sustainable mining systems
• Space resource extraction
• Advanced sensor technologies

Her recent publications focus on autonomous mining machinery, underground communication systems, and acoustic emission analysis across 15+ studies from 2013–2025, with particular emphasis on

• Ultra-wideband positioning
• Thermographic detection
• Crack monitoring in planetary gearboxes
• Explosive atmosphere safety
• Mineral processing diagnostics
• Digitalization trends

Prof. Clausen contributes to mining education reform through initiatives like CDIO™ and has developed innovative learning spaces in underground mines. She coordinates international educational labs and integrates sustainability into mining engineering curricula, with publications on

• Adaptive ventilation systems
• Mining education frameworks
• Future-proof mineral extraction
• Entrepreneurial mindset in engineering