Mikael Manngård

Mikael Manngård is a researcher at Åbo Akademi University's Faculty of Science and Engineering, specializing in marine engineering and vibration analysis. His research focuses on developing advanced methods for virtual sensing, system identification, and optimization techniques applied to marine propulsion systems. He serves as Principal Investigator on significant projects including INTENS: Integrated Energy Solutions to Green Shipping and Reboot IoT Factory II.

His research interests center around marine propulsion systems, with particular expertise in torsional and lateral vibration measurement, torque estimation, and energy usage prediction. His work combines physics-based modeling with machine learning approaches to address challenges in sustainable shipping. Key research areas include low-rank optimization techniques, orthonormal basis functions for system identification, and wireless vibration measurement systems for marine applications.

Analysis of his publication record reveals a strong focus on practical engineering solutions for the maritime industry, with increasing emphasis on sustainability and energy efficiency. His recent work integrates optimization techniques with real-world marine applications, particularly in cruise ship operations and propulsion system analysis. The research shows consistent development from fundamental vibration measurement techniques toward more complex system optimization and energy prediction models.

As Principal Investigator on major projects like INTENS and Reboot IoT Factory II, Manngård has led significant research efforts in green shipping technologies. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to sustainable maritime transportation and energy efficiency. His research outputs demonstrate strong industry collaboration, particularly with marine technology companies in Finland.