Oliver Niggemann

Oliver Niggemann, a Professor of Computer Science in Mechanical Engineering at Helmut Schmidt University, delves into the fascinating intersection of numerical machine learning and engineering. He reveals how this fusion is transforming everything from diagnosing issues in the International Space Station to optimizing bridge designs. The conversation highlights the revolutionary role of surrogate models in speeding up simulations, AI-driven automated design workflows, and the critical need for interdisciplinary collaboration in today's engineering education.