Maarten Steinbuch

Maarten Steinbuch is a Distinguished University Professor in Systems and Control and Chair of Control Systems Technology at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e). His research focuses on automotive engineering, mechatronics, motion control, fusion plasma control, and robotics for precision surgery. He has held roles such as Scientific Director of the TU/e High Tech Systems Center (2014–2020) and Scientific Director of the Eindhoven Engine (since 2018).

Education: MSc and PhD from Delft University of Technology.

Research Interests: Design and control of motion systems, robotics, automotive powertrains, and fusion plasmas. Notable contributions include advanced motion control techniques, precision surgery robotics, and electric vehicle technologies.

Awards:

• IEEE Fellow (2019)
• Simon Stevin Master 2016 (National Award)
• University Professor at TU/e (2013)
• KIVI Academic Society Award (2015)

Grants/Projects: Leads projects like TKI2212P06 (Modular Planar Motor for semicon applications) and participates in EU-funded initiatives such as AI-matters. Active in entrepreneurial ventures like Steinbuch in Motion B.V. and MicroSure Founders B.V.

Labs/Teams: Head of the Control Systems Technology group and affiliated with TU/e's High-Tech Systems and Mechatronics Academy.