معرفی
Heikki Ihasalo is a Professor at Aalto University's Department of Electrical Engineering and Automation, specializing in smart building technologies and energy systems. He leads research in the Smart Building Technologies and Services group, focusing on HVAC optimization, IoT applications, and sustainable building solutions. His work bridges electrical engineering, environmental systems, and user-centric design.
Research interests include energy efficiency in buildings, smart HVAC control using machine learning, retrofitting strategies for legacy structures, and integrating IoT into construction. He has pioneered tools for building performance monitoring, emphasizing practical implementation challenges.
Key contributions span 2004–2024, with recent emphasis on reinforcement learning for HVAC systems and district heating demand response. His 2022 studies on IAQ sensors in older buildings and smart office solutions highlight user experience and environmental adaptation.
He has collaborated on EU-funded projects and industry partnerships, though specific grants are not detailed. No formal advisees are listed, but co-authorships suggest collaborative research networks.
Labs/Teams: Active in Aalto's Smart Building Technologies and Services group, focusing on applied research in building automation and energy systems.
