Franz Auinger

Franz Auinger is a Professor at the University of Applied Sciences Wels, affiliated with the Research Center Wels Center of Excellence in Automotive/Mobility. His research focuses on power grid optimization, electric vehicle technology, automation systems, and optimization algorithms. He has led projects like the SSH Basssaiten (2012-2013) and Clean Motion Offensive (2011-2012) as Principal Investigator.

His work spans theoretical advancements in metaheuristic optimization for power systems, practical applications in autonomous robotics education, and human-computer interaction studies. Notable contributions include developing control policies for smart grids and project-based learning methodologies in mechatronics.

• Projects: 2 completed research projects
• Publications: 33 outputs with 272 citations (h-index 8)

His advising and grants include supervising two academic works and managing research initiatives focused on automotive innovation and clean mobility technologies.