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Welcome to the Institute of High-Frequency Technology

On our website you will find insights into our diverse research projects, as well as information about our staff, courses, publications, and the latest news from our institute.

Together with our project partners, we conduct research on innovative topics such as non-contact vital signs measurement using radar for medical, veterinary and industrial applications. Other projects focus on ultra-low power communication networks, permittivity measurements and quantum computing research.

A distinctive feature of our institute is our combination of theoretical and experimental work. We employ advanced simulation techniques, manufacturing processes, precision measurement technology, as well as signal processing and machine learning for data analysis. Thanks to our in-house PCB manufacturing, precision mechanics workshop, and various 3D printers, we can rapidly implement theoretical concepts and test them in our antenna measurement chamber or on our linear stage.

Feel free to contact us directly to learn more about our work.

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News at the IHF

12.05.25
Das Institut für Hochfrequenztechnik nimmt am Hamburger Haspa-Marathon teil
16.04.25
Get together! Hochfrequenztechniker der TU und der OVGU treffen sich im Frühjahr 2025 zum Lernen und Netzwerken
03.12.24
On December 3, 2024, Noah Sielck successfully defended his dissertation titled "Planar Dual-Polarized Array Antenna for Duplex Operation in the K-/Ka-Band."
14.11.24
On November 14, 2024, Johann Lichtblau successfully defended his dissertation titled "Identification, Analysis, and Simulation of Wave Propagation Effects in Train Onboard Communication Based on Real Channel Characterization".
24.06.24
The team from the Institute of High-Frequency Technology wins two first places in the student design competition at this year's IMS.
21.06.24
On June 13, 2024 Kevin Erkelenz successfully defends his dissertation Hybrid-integrated transceiver modules for dual-polarized phased array radiators in the K-/Ka-band.
17.06.24
Thomas Jaschke and Arne Jacob are awarded the Harold A. Wheeler Application Prize Paper Award by the IEEE for 2024
18.03.24
Bartosz Tegowski was awarded the Best Student Paper Award during the closing session of the 15th German Microwave Conference (GeMiC).
31.01.24
Joint board with colleagues from the University of Ulm and the TU Cottbus-Senftenberg for the Joint Chapter of the Microwave Theory and Technology Society (MTT-S) and the Antennas and Propagation Society (AP-S) of the IEEE Germany Section
15.09.25
Auch in diesem Jahr findet vom 15.09. bis 18.09.2025 - unter der Leitung von Prof. Dr. Thomas Wrona - wieder der Kurs "Qualitative Research Methods – Processes and Methods of Qualitative and Mixed Method Research" statt.
29.06.25
June 29th - July 3rd 2025, Kiel, Germany. Submission Deadline: April 30th, 2025
10.06.25
Am 10. Juni 2025 findet im Rahmen der Vorlesung "Unternehmensführung" wieder ein interessanter Gastvortrag statt. Start 9:45 Uhr - Raum D.2022
06.06.25
Propulsion concepts for naval vessels
06.06.25
TU Hamburg Signs a Memorandum of Understanding with Politecnico di Milano
06.06.25
Last Wednesday, we were pleased to welcome Ludwig Deutsch from Miele as a guest speaker in our Innovation Marketing master’s course. His talk offered valuable insights into how a leading manufacturer integrates structured innovation into a traditionally product-focused industry. Ludwig presented Miele’s innovation strategy, centered on the guiding principle Immer besser ("Forever better") with a focus on customer experience, performance, sustainability, and employee engagement. Digitalization plays a key role, enabling smart products that reduce unnecessary user interaction and improve daily convenience. A highlight was Miele’s use of AI-powered user personas, developed from extensive customer data and used to explore unmet needs and guide product development. The session sparked engaging discussion around the role of AI, customer-centricity, and how structured innovation can drive value, even in established industries. A big thank you to Ludwig for the inspiring insights and for sharing his experience. We are looking forward to welcoming him back for future exchanges!
05.06.25
The Student Counseling Center is looking vor StartING@TUHH-Tutors.
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04.06.25
The program pairs new students with experienced ones to share knowledge, build friendships, and grow together. Join us!
04.06.25
We are seeking a researcher working on an upcoming project focused on quantum benchmarking and quantum error correction. The research will contain rigorous mathematical analyses as well as proof-of-concept-type numerical demonstrations. It is part of a joint project with the quantum computing company Universal Quantum. Research The primary objective is to investigate the potential and limitations of quantum benchmarking methods for NISQ and early fault-tolerant devices. This goal includes: Research of no-go results for quantum benchmarking. Develop benchmarking and noise characterization methods for early fault-tolerant quantum computers. A collaboration with the Hamburg quantum software team of Universal Quantum Your profile Excellent grades (PhD students) / excellent publications (postdocs) are expected. Completed scientific university studies, in particular in the subjects of Quantum Sciences, Physics, Computer Science, Mathematics, or comparable. Advanced knowledge in at least one of the topics: quantum error correction, quantum algorithms, randomized measurements, and quantum system characterization (a.k.a. QCVV). Beneficial: Knowledge of group representation theory, probabilistic tail bounds, tensor networks, and programming skills We particularly encourage female candidates to apply.  We offer Full-time positions for a maximum of 3 years A salary based on the German TV-L E13 pay scale (salary before tax etc.) Excellent supervision and interdisciplinary exchange with the integration into an international research network in the quantum computing landscape. Apply... via our university's online application system, see for more details (click on "DE" at the bottom of the page to change the language) until Saturday, June 28, 2025. 
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