We develop sensor technologies as well as integrated sensor systems for industrial and research-related applications. We solve and optimize customer-specific measurement tasks by combining various sensor technologies.
Competencies
Technologies
Technology development
Infrastructure and Tools
- Particle and gas measurement laboratory
- Optics and laser laboratory
- MATLAB, Simulink, LabView, Python, C/C++, Java
- LightTools
- PCB design and development
- 3D printing facility
Collaboration
- R&D projects with industry partners and funding agencies (e.g. Innosuisse, SNF, FHNW Foundation, federal offices, Interreg, Horizon Europe, Eurostars)
- Service projects
- Feasibility studies
- Student projects
- National and international cooperation with universities and research centers
Selected Projects

Aesthesiometer for measuring corneal sensitivity
Feasibility study for the development of an aesthesiometer.
- Institute
- Institute of Optometry, Institute for Sensors and Electronics
- Research field
- Optometry, Electrical engineering

DUWAS: Sensor warns against volcanic ash
To increase the safety of aviation, the FHNW University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland is developing a sensor that detects volcanic ash.
- Institute
- Institute for Sensors and Electronics
- Research field
- Aerospace, Electrical engineering

Development of a Monitoring System for Concrete Structures
With a newly developed, energy-efficient data logger, the FHNW – together with DuraMon AG – enables the continuous monitoring of corrosion in reinforced concrete structures. This innovative solution provides precise real-time data, helping to detect damage early and significantly reduce maintenance costs.
- Institute
- Institute for Sensors and Electronics
- Research field
- Electrical engineering

Dynamic and Static Track Monitoring Using an Innovative Sensor System
A newly developed, high-precision sensor system enables the dynamic measurement of track subsidence during train passage. The project makes a significant contribution to increasing railway safety and to the early detection of changes in the ground structure.
- Institute
- Institute for Sensors and Electronics
- Research field
- Electrical engineering

Safe Wheat Agriculture Towards Sustainable Health – WHEATWATCHER
With precise sensor technology for healthy soil and safe wheat: In the EU project WHEATWATCHER, the FHNW is developing a smart monitoring system for sustainable agriculture. The goal is to intelligently combine environmental protection, resource efficiency, and food security.
- Institute
- Institute for Sensors and Electronics
- Research field
- Electrical engineering
Contact


Prof. Dr. Gerd Simons
Head of FHNW Institute for Sensors and Electronics
- Phone
- +41 56 202 75 68 (Direct)
- gerd.simons@fhnw.ch

Prof. Dr. Miklós Lenner
Lecturer in Measurement- and Sensing Technologies
- Phone
- +41 56 202 76 96 (Direct)
- miklos.lenner@fhnw.ch

Prof. Dr. Stefan Gorenflo
Lecturer for Signal Processing
- Phone
- +41 56 202 87 24
- stefan.gorenflo@fhnw.ch
