Hermann Lücken

Prof. Hermann Lücken is a Professor of Materials Science and Quality Management at the Faculty of Automotive Engineering, Esslingen University of Applied Sciences. He holds roles as International Coordinator and Academic Director of Engineering Education Studies. His professional journey includes research at the Max-Planck-Institute for Iron Research and industry leadership roles at ThyssenKrupp Stahl AG and ThyssenKrupp Steel Europe AG.

• Education: Materials Science and Engineering from RWTH Aachen University
• Research Focus: Sustainable Steel Production, Quality Management, and Digitalization in Industrial Processes

He supervises the Esslingen University Rallye Team (www.rallye-stall.de) and coordinates international academic affairs. Consultation is available by appointment via email.

Research Interests: Explores fossil-free steel production methods, process optimization in metallurgy, and digital tools for quality management in manufacturing sectors.