Kristof Polmans, Senior Vice President of Research and Advanced Engineering at Thyssenkrupp Steering, will visit Budapest University of Technology and Economics at the invitation of the Department of Automotive Technologies to deliver a lecture on the company’s innovation journey. With more than 25 years of experience in the automotive industry, Polmans began his career at Ford Motor Company and has spent nearly two decades at Thyssenkrupp, leading projects focused on advanced technologies and innovations.
The lecture will highlight how Thyssenkrupp Steering transitioned from being a “slow follower” to becoming an innovation leader in the industry. Polmans will provide insights into major projects such as Steer by Wire, Brake by Wire systems, and Vehicle Motion Control, which have significantly shaped the company’s path. He will also address the challenges of innovation and what it takes to foster a successful and sustainable innovation culture within a company.
The event is part of the ongoing collaboration between the department’s research community and their industry partners, aimed at strengthening ties between academia and the industrial sector.
The event was made possible with the support of Ádám Bárdos, Head of the Vehicle Dynamics and Control Research Group, whose contribution to organizing the lecture is greatly appreciated.
Lecture details:
- Date: Wednesday, October 9, 2024
- Time: 10:00–12:00
- Location: ST Building, Room 321/A
- Registration HERE
All interested participants are welcome, and registration is required for attendance.