Björn Anders Gustav C Erlandsson is a Professor in Thermal Energy at the Department of Civil and Mechanical Engineering, Technical University of Denmark (DTU). He leads the Thermal Energy section and is actively engaged in research on combustion, alternative fuels, and sustainable energy technologies. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to affordable and clean energy and climate action. Position: Professor, Head of Section Institution: Technical University of Denmark (DTU) Department: Thermal Energy, Department of Civil and Mechanical Engineering Email: acerl@dtu.dk ORCID: 0000-0002-2457-0257 His research focuses on internal combustion engines, particularly the use of biofuels, ethanol, methanol, and oxygenated fuels in heavy-duty and marine applications. Key areas include combustion optimization, emissions reduction, turbocharging, and engine efficiency. He investigates pilot injection strategies, Miller valve timing, and lean-burn combustion to enhance performance and sustainability. The recent publications (2021–2025) reflect a strong trend toward sustainable fuel technologies, focusing on renewable and oxygenated fuels in both spark-ignition and direct-injection engines. These studies explore efficiency gains, emission profiles, and operational limits under various combustion strategies, contributing significantly to the advancement of low-carbon transportation technologies. Scientific Awards: No awards are mentioned in the provided text. He actively supervises PhD students and participates in key research projects such as COPILOT and the experimental assessment of lignin fuels for marine engines. He collaborates with researchers across DTU, including Anders Ivarsson and Arash Arabkoohsar. His work is embedded in a broader network focused on sustainable energy innovation and deep tech entrepreneurship. Labs and Research Teams: He is part of the Thermal Energy group at DTU Mechanical Engineering, which conducts experimental and theoretical research on combustion, fuel spray, and engine performance. The team utilizes advanced diagnostics and modeling tools to study sustainable fuel applications in real-world engine systems.









