Roger Stirnimann

Roger Stirnimann serves as a Lecturer in Agricultural Engineering at the Bern University of Applied Sciences, specifically within the School of Agricultural, Forest and Food Sciences HAFL, Department of Agronomy in Zollikofen. With over a decade of academic experience since 2013, he has established himself as a specialist in agricultural machinery and tractor technology.

His educational background includes an Executive Master of Business Administration from Kalaidos Fachhochschule Bern (2007-2008), a degree in Economics Engineering from Private Hochschule für Wirtschaft Bern (2000-2002), and an Agricultural Engineering degree from SHL Zollikofen (1993-1996). He further enhanced his academic teaching skills with a Certificate of Advanced Studies in University Teaching and e-Learning (2013-2014).

• Agricultural Engineering in general
• Tractor Technology and development
• Transport Technology in agriculture
• Self-propelled harvesting machinery
• Alternative drive systems for agricultural vehicles
• Emissions from Nonroad Mobile Machinery
• Terramechanics and soil-vehicle interaction
• Trailer braking systems

His publication record demonstrates consistent scholarly output, particularly in tractor technology and agricultural machinery. The analysis of his 15 most recent articles reveals a strong focus on tractor development, engine and transmission systems, alternative drive concepts, and classification methodologies. His work bridges theoretical research with practical applications in agricultural machinery, with particular emphasis on performance optimization, sustainability, and technological innovation in farming equipment.

• Max Eyth commemorative coin in silver (DLG)

Stirnimann actively contributes to academic and industry organizations, serving as a co-author for the Yearbook of Agricultural Engineering, Swiss delegate for OECD's Tractor Test Codes, and chair of DLG's Vehicle Technology examination commission. His industry experience prior to academia, particularly with Ammann Schweiz AG and Matra, provides valuable practical context to his academic work. His research often addresses real-world challenges in agricultural machinery, focusing on performance, efficiency, and environmental impact.

His work with various tractor chassis concepts, soil pressure analysis, and alternative drive systems demonstrates his commitment to advancing sustainable and efficient agricultural technology. Through his memberships in organizations like ISTVS (International Society for Terrain-Vehicle Systems) and the Club of Bologna, he maintains strong connections between academic research and industry applications.