Michael Klanner

Michael Klanner is an Associate Professor at the Institute of Mechanics at TU Wien. His research focuses on rotor dynamics, structural vibrations, and numerical methods for mechanical systems. He has contributed to advanced topics like fractional damping models, transient analysis of beams with nonlinear boundary conditions, and NVH optimization in hybrid battery housing designs. His work bridges theoretical models and experimental validation, particularly in rotor balancing techniques and viscoelastic material behavior. Klanner actively participates in international conferences such as ISMA and USD, presenting cutting-edge findings on rotor-bearing systems and wave-based methods. He leads a 2025–2029 FWF project on transient vibroacoustic problems, aiming to develop wave-based methodologies for complex structural dynamics challenges. His research emphasizes interdisciplinary applications in automotive and mechanical engineering, with a focus on improving dynamic system performance through advanced computational tools.

Key research areas include rotor dynamics (e.g., flexible rotors, anisotropic bearings), structural acoustics (hybrid materials, damping properties), and numerical methods (Trefftz approach, polynomial chaos expansion). He collaborates internationally, addressing challenges like uncertainty quantification in parameters and experimental validation of numerical models. Klanner’s contributions span academic publications (34+ articles), conference presentations (33+), and applied engineering solutions in automotive and mechanical systems.