Thomas Kern

Prof. Dr. Thomas Kern is a Professor of Experimental Physics, particularly Atomic and Nuclear Physics, at the Brandenburg University of Technology (BTU) since September 1994. He is affiliated with the Department of Technology, located in the Engineering Science Center (Room 422) in Brandenburg an der Havel.

His educational background includes:

• Born in 1955 in Titisee-Neustadt
• Physics studies at the University of Freiburg (1974-1980), specializing in Thermodynamics and Nuclear Spectroscopy
• Doctorate (Dr. rer. nat.) on "Collective phenomena in medium-heavy nuclei of the sd shell"

Dr. Kern's research spans experimental nuclear physics and applied industrial physics. Key areas include the development of optical strain sensors for resistance spot welding diagnostics, vibration monitoring (notably at Brandenburg Cathedral), temperature measurement in spin-bond processes, and crack measurements on buildings. His work bridges fundamental physics with practical engineering solutions, focusing on sensor development and industrial measurement technology.

His publication record includes research on industrial applications, such as the visualization of resistance spot welding processes in production lines (1998). This work reflects his focus on applying physics principles to solve real-world manufacturing challenges, particularly in sensor development and process monitoring.

No information on students or research grants is provided in the available text.

He conducts research within the Engineering Science Center at BTU, focusing on experimental projects in sensor development and industrial applications.