Polytechnic School of Engineering of Vilanova i la Geltrú. EPSEVG

Research groups and chair

The Polytechnic School of Engineering of Vilanova i la Geltrú (EPSEVG) is recognized as a high-calibre technology centre dedicated to RDI and technological innovation. The UPC Vilanova contributes to technological development by providing tailored technology solutions and strengthening relations with the business environment.

Research groups and chair

Analysis of Materials and Cultural Heritage (AMPC)

Research group dedicated to the study of cultural heritage materials, including their characterization, aging processes, and artistic techniques using synchrotron light.
Director: Nativitat Salvadó Cabré
Mail: nativitat.salvado@upc.edu

AMPC group Scientific Production

Accessibility Chair (CATAC)

Chair dedicated to promoting universal accessibility and disability inclusion through R&D activities, technology transfer, and training, supporting organizations committed to social inclusion.
Director: Daniel Guasch Murillo
Mail: accessibilitat@upc.edu

CATAC chair Scientific Production

Light Alloy and Surface Treatment Design Centre (CDAL)

Research group dedicated to the manufacturing of components, especially for the aerospace and automotive sectors, with expertise in lightweight alloy forming and surface engineering.
Director: Sergi Menargues Muñoz
Mail: cdal@upc.edu

CDAL group Scientific Production

Advanced Network Architectures Lab (CRAAX)

Research group dedicated to the development of intelligent technologies in areas such as network management, cloud and fog computing, IoT and critical infrastructure security, and the deployment of IoT paradigms across multiple applications.
Director: Xavier Masip Bruin
Mail: craax-info@ac.upc.edu

CRAAX group Scientific Production

Electromechanical Drives, Energy Conversion and Power Quality (GAECEQS)

Research group dedicated to the study of electric motors, generators, and electronically commutated drives, as well as research and development in hybrid manufacturing.
Director: Lluís Monjo Mur
Mail: info.gaeceqs@upc.edu

GAECEQS group Scientific Production

Research Group in Organisation (GRO)

Research group dedicated to research in management, engineering, artificial intelligence, data analytics, and network science to enhance decision-making and organizational innovation.
Director: Jasmina Berbegal Mirabent
Mail: jasmina.berbegal@upc.edu

GRO group Scientific Production

Laboratory of Applied Bioacoustics (LAB)

Research group dedicated to developing technological solutions to ensure responsible maritime activities through the monitoring and control of underwater noise pollution.
Director: Michel Andre Sanchez
Mail: info@lab.upc.edu

LAB group Scientific Production

Remote Acquisition and Data Processing Systems (SARTI)

Research group dedicated to the scientific and technological development for remote data acquisition, with an emphasis on virtual and oceanographic instrumentation.
Director: Joaquin Del Rio Fernández
Mail: info.cdsarti@upc.edu

SARTI group Scientific Production

Power Electronics and Control Systems (SEPIC)

Research group dedicated to the control of power converters for applications such as uninterruptible power supplies, active power filters, and inverters for renewable energy systems.
Director: Jaume Miret Tomas
Mail: jaume.miret@upc.edu

SEPIC group Scientific Production

Technology oriented to community (TOC)

Research group dedicated to enhancing people’s well-being and autonomy through the ethical, conscious, and humanistic use of technology in community environments.
Director: Xavier Parra Llanas
Mail: xavier.parra@upc.edu

TOC group Scientific Production

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