Mario Roßdeutscher

Prof. Mario Roßdeutscher is a Professor of Automation Engineering and Digital Technologies at Esslingen University of Applied Sciences' Göppingen Campus. He serves as Academic Director of the Digital Engineering Bachelor's program and Deputy Head of the ZWE Digitalization initiative. His roles include coordinating the Bachelor's program and overseeing digitalization efforts in education and research.

Education:

• PhD (magna cum laude) in Automation Technology from BTU Cottbus-Senftenberg (2008-2011)
• Master's in Mechanical Engineering with specialization in Lightweight Construction & Virtual Production from BTU Cottbus (2003-2008)

Research focuses on automation engineering, digital technologies in manufacturing, robotics, and data-driven process optimization. His work emphasizes industrial applications of AI, process stability analysis in welding, and IoT-based decision support systems. He has extensive industry experience with Mercedes-Benz AG in roles spanning 8 years in process development and standardization.

Key contributions include over 10 peer-reviewed publications on robotics simulation, manufacturing data analytics, and process stability. His current research bridges academic and industrial challenges in digitalization and smart manufacturing.

Consultation hours: Tuesdays 13:30–15:00 (SS23) via appointment scheduling system.