Stephan Freudenstein

Prof. Stephan Freudenstein is a full professor at the Chair of Transportation Infrastructure Engineering at the Technical University of Munich (TUM), leading the associated testing office in Pasing. His research focuses on structural design of road, railway superstructures, and airfields, with expertise in track stability, concrete pavement systems, and sustainable infrastructure solutions. He holds a Dr.-Ing. from TUM and has extensive industry experience in infrastructure development and R&D roles.

• Education: Civil Engineering degree from TUM (1995)
• Affiliations: TUM School of Engineering and Design, Chair of Transportation Infrastructure Engineering
• Key Roles: Director of TUM Testing Office for Transportation Infrastructure, Head of Technology & Development at RAILONE GmbH (2002–2008)

Research Interests: Track stability under extreme conditions, composite construction methods, noise reduction in pavements, and lifecycle assessment of infrastructure. His work bridges theoretical analysis with practical applications, addressing challenges like thermal stress in railways and crack propagation in concrete.

Awards: FGSV Transport Construction Award (2001), recognition for contributions to infrastructure resilience and innovation.

Grants & Advising: Leads projects on low-noise track systems and climate-resilient infrastructure. Advises on international slab track projects and pavement durability strategies. Actively involved in developing testing standards for rail components.

Labs/Teams: Directs the TUM Testing Office for Transportation Infrastructure, specializing in dynamic track testing and material evaluation, with a focus on innovation in railway and road systems.