Heinrich Wörtche

Heinrich Wörtche is a Professor of Sensors and Smart Systems at Eindhoven University of Technology, leading research in sensor-driven digitization of industrial processes. He holds affiliations including Guest Scientist at the University of Groningen and Senior Researcher roles. His academic career spans positions at institutions like the University of Münster and Rijksuniversiteit Groningen.

Education:

• Doctor rerum naturalium (Nuclear and High Energy Physics), Technical University Darmstadt (1994)

Research Interests: Focuses on AI-driven sensor systems, robotics, cyber-physical systems, and industrial digitization. Key areas include visible light communication optimization, autonomous robot localization, and dementia behavior monitoring through sensor technology. His work aligns with UN SDGs for innovation and sustainable industry.

Projects: Leads initiatives like MINDD (dementia assistive tech), NXT GEN Autonomous Factory, and XAIPre (explainable AI for maintenance). Active in interdisciplinary collaborations across engineering, healthcare, and AI.

Awards:

• Best Paper Award - OL2A 2023

Grants & Labs: Coordinates EU-funded projects and leads the Sensors and Smart Systems research group. Involved in developing miniature wireless explorative sensor systems and digital twin applications for industrial processes.