

Matti Vilkko
About me
I am professor in control engineering. My research area is industrial processes and operational processes related to them. My research is based on control theory and application of it in my research area. The methods I apply are:
- modelling of dynamic processes, more specifically, creating mathematical models on the basis of first principles and using measurement knowledge,
- the methods of controltheory for estimating the states and parameters of controlled processes using measurement data from processes, and
- methods of control and optimization theories for designing and implementing control solutions using measurement data and state estimates.
I am the head of the Automation and Mechanical Engineering Unit and director of Intelligent Work Machines (IWM) doctoral program (https://www.iwmdoctoralprogram.fi/)
Room. K2232
Projects
Latest publications
Lean Modeling and Simulation Approach for Improving CFB Boiler Start-Up Capability
Yli-Fossi, T., Majanne, Y., Nurmi, V., Enestam, S. & Vilkko, M., 14 Aug 2025, (E-pub ahead of print) In: SYSTEMS ENGINEERING.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Scientific › peer-review
Quantifying flexibility and optimizing energy communities’ participation in energy markets through dispatch strategies: A Finnish case study
Ahmed, H. & Vilkko, M., Sept 2025, In: International Journal of Electrical Power and Energy Systems. 170, 110872.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Scientific › peer-review
Smart coordinated cyber-attacks on wind turbines: From detection to identification via machine learning
Wu, H., Badihi, H., Xue, Y. & Vilkko, M., Sept 2025, In: Sustainable Energy, Grids and Networks. 43, 101775.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Scientific › peer-review
Activated sludge model no. 1 calibration for a paper mill wastewater treatment plant in Finland
Ahmed, H. & Vilkko, M., 2024, In: Case Studies in Chemical and Environmental Engineering. 9, 100610.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Scientific › peer-review
A Normal Behavior Model Based on Machine Learning for Wind Turbine Cyber-Attack Detection
Wu, H., Badihi, H., Xue, Y. & Vilkko, M., 2024, 2024 International Workshop on Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning for Energy Transformation, AIE 2024. IEEE, (2024 International Workshop on Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning for Energy Transformation, AIE 2024).Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution › Scientific › peer-review
Evaluating Performance of Hierarchical Scheduling Frameworks for Varying Matte Grades in Copper Smelting Process
Ahmed, H. & Vilkko, M., Jan 2024, In: Computer Aided Chemical Engineering. 53, p. 1561-1566 6 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Scientific › peer-review
Extension of paperboard modelling with Föppl-von Kármán terms for improved stress state under suction pressure
Salo, M., Jokinen, J., Vilkko, M. & Kanerva, M., 2024, In: Rakenteiden mekaniikka. 57, 3, p. 80-98 19 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Scientific › peer-review
Impacts of EU Regulation on Green Hydrogen Production and Storage Capacity Design and Operation
Majanne, Y., Vilhonen, V., Repo, S. & Vilkko, M., 1 Jul 2024, 12th IFAC Symposium on Control of Power and Energy Systems - CPES 2024: Rabat, Morocco, July 10-12, 2024. 13 ed. IFAC, Vol. 58. p. 745-750 6 p. (IFAC-PapersOnLine).Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution › Scientific › peer-review
Integration of Power to X Economy in Existing Energy System - Case Finland
Majanne, Y., Vilhonen, V., Virtanen, A., Repo, S. & Vilkko, M., 1 Jul 2024, 12th IFAC Symposium on Control of Power and Energy Systems - CPES 2024: Rabat, Morocco, July 10-12, 2024. 13 ed. IFAC, Vol. 58. p. 739-744 6 p. (IFAC-PapersOnLine).Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution › Scientific › peer-review
Activated Sludge Model No. 1 Calibration and Data Analysis for a Paper Mill Wastewater Treatment Plant
Ahmed, H., Pörhö, H., Toivonen, E., Räsänen, E., Tomperi, J. & Vilkko, M., 30 Jun 2023.Research output: Other conference contribution › Poster › Scientific