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Pau Casacuberta Orta

PhD Student in Electronic and Telecommunication Engineering

Specializing in microwave sensors, phase-variation permittivity measurement, and advanced signal processing techniques. Passionate about developing innovative sensing solutions for industrial and scientific applications.

About

I'm a PhD student at Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, working at the intersection of microwave engineering and sensor technology. My research focuses on developing highly sensitive permittivity sensors using innovative phase-variation techniques and coplanar waveguide structures.

With a strong foundation in both computer and electronic engineering, I bring a multidisciplinary approach to solving complex sensing challenges. My work has resulted in publications in top-tier IEEE journals and conferences, contributing to the advancement of microwave sensor technology.

Beyond research, I'm passionate about teaching and have served as an adjunct professor, sharing knowledge in electronics, instrumentation, and RFID technologies. I also enjoy applying my technical skills to real-world problems, from escape room electronics to industrial sensing systems.

Education

PhD in Electronic and Telecommunication Engineering

Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

2021 - 2025 (expected)
  • • Research focus on microwave sensors and phase-variation permittivity measurement
  • • Advanced studies in electromagnetic theory and sensor design
  • • Multiple publications in IEEE journals and conferences

Master's Degree in Telecommunication Engineering

Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

2020 - 2021
  • • Advanced studies in telecommunications and microwave technologies
  • • Specialization in microwave sensor design and signal processing
  • • Research focus on phase-variation permittivity sensors

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Engineering

Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

2015 - 2020
  • • Comprehensive study of computer systems and software engineering
  • • Bachelor's thesis: Design of an academic RISC-V core
  • • Strong foundation in programming and system architecture

Bachelor's Degree in Electronic Engineering

Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

2015 - 2020
  • • Specialized in electronic circuit design and microwave technologies
  • • Bachelor's thesis: Highly sensitive microwave sensor based on stepped impedance structures
  • • Focus on RF design and sensor applications

Experience

Adjunct Professor

Electronic Engineering Department, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

October 2020 - August 2021
  • • Laboratory sessions in Basic Electronics (Computer Science), Advanced Communication Circuits (Electronics), and Instrumentation and Sensors (Smart Cities)
  • • Problem solving lectures in Advanced Communication Circuits and RFID Technologies
  • • Student assessment and curriculum development

Research Assistant

Electronic Engineering Department, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

October 2020 - December 2020
  • • Design, simulation and measurement of Tunable Phase-Variation Microwave Sensor for Material Characterization
  • • Implementation in Coplanar Waveguide technology
  • • Advanced electromagnetic simulation and experimental validation

Scholarship Research Assistant

Electronic Engineering Department, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

October 2019 - June 2020
  • • Design, manufacture, and validation of non-resonant radio frequency sensor in microstrip technology
  • • Ministry of Education Collaboration Scholarship recipient
  • • Sensor optimization for material characterization applications

Electronic Design Engineer

Never Land Escape S.L.

September 2020 - September 2021
  • • Design and deployment of electro-mechanical games for escape rooms
  • • ESP32-based control systems using MQTT over WiFi
  • • Electromagnet control and sensor integration for interactive experiences

Software Developer & System Administrator

Interva Servicios XI S.L.

Summers 2016 - 2019
  • • Developed internal CRM application using .NET Core and MySQL
  • • Backend and API development applying Clean Architecture principles
  • • Team collaboration in 4-person development environment

Recent Publications

Latest research in microwave sensors and phase-variation permittivity measurement

Engineering with loss to enhance sensitivity in microwave sensors

Journal: IEEE Microwave Magazine, 2025

This paper explores engineering approaches that utilize loss mechanisms to enhance sensitivity in microwave sensors, pro...

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AI-Driven Battery-Free Wireless Sensing of Hazardous Liquid Spills via a Frequency-Selective Surface in a Monostatic Antenna Configuration

Journal: IEEE Microwave and Wireless Technology Letters, 2025

This paper presents an AI-driven battery-free wireless sensor system for detecting hazardous liquid spills using frequen...

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Highly sensitive lossy tunable permittivity sensor

Journal: IEEE Microwave and Wireless Technology Letters, 2024

This work presents a highly sensitive lossy tunable permittivity sensor for enhanced material characterization with tuna...

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Reflective-Mode Permittivity Sensors Based on Distributed and Semi-Lumped Coupled Resonators

Book Chapter: Coupled Structures for Microwave Sensing, 2024

This book chapter presents reflective-mode permittivity sensors based on distributed and semi-lumped coupled resonators ...

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Sensitivity optimization in single-frequency planar microwave sensors for solid and liquid characterization and microfluidics

Journal: IEEE Transactions on Microwave Theory and Techniques, 2024

This paper presents sensitivity optimization techniques for single-frequency planar microwave sensors designed for solid...

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Sensitive microfluidic sensor with weakly coupled dumbbell defect-ground-structure resonators for volume fraction determination in liquid mixtures

Journal: IEEE Microwave and Wireless Technology Letters, 2024

This work presents a sensitive microfluidic sensor with weakly coupled dumbbell defect-ground-structure resonators for v...

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Complete publication list also available on Google Scholar and ResearchGate

Projects

Contact

Available for research collaborations, consulting projects, and innovative partnerships.

Available Services

Research & Development

  • • Microwave sensor design
  • • Signal processing algorithms
  • • Technical consulting

Collaboration

  • • Academic partnerships
  • • Industry consulting
  • • Product development