Prof. Wang Tianzhen | Fault Diagnosis Awards | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Wang Tianzhen | Fault Diagnosis Awards | Best Researcher Award 

Prof. Wang Tianzhen, Shanghai maritime University, China

Dr. Tianzhen Wang is a prominent full professor at Shanghai Maritime University and a Research Affiliate and Doctoral Supervisor at the Institute de Recherche Dupuy de Lôme (IRDL) in France. Her research focuses on the control and fault diagnosis of marine energy generation systems, contributing significantly to advancements in this critical field. An IEEE Senior Member, she actively participates in several professional committees, including the IEEE Energy Storage Technology Committee and the National Ocean Energy Conversion Equipment Standardization Technical Committee. With over 100 published papers, 29 patents in China and the United States, six books, five national standards, and two IEC standards to her credit, Dr. Wang is a leading figure in her area of expertise, recognized with the prestigious IEC 1906 Award. She has served as a guest editor for several journals, including the Journal of Marine Science and Engineering and Energies, focusing on technologies related to marine energy. Her commitment to the field extends to organizing major conferences, such as the Marine Energy Summit in China and multiple sessions for the IECON series of international conferences. Additionally, she has played a key role in promoting women in engineering through workshops and conferences. Dr. Wang’s impressive career trajectory includes roles as a lecturer, post-doctoral researcher, and associate professor at Shanghai Maritime University, where she has been since 2006, culminating in her current position as a full professor since July 2016.

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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award: Dr. Tianzhen Wang

Dr. Tianzhen Wang is a highly qualified candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to her extensive contributions to the field of marine energy generation and control systems. As a full professor at Shanghai Maritime University and a research affiliate at the Institut de Recherche Dupuy de Lôme (IRDL) in France, she has demonstrated exceptional leadership and innovation in her research.

Education and Work Experience 🎓

  • 2006-2007: Lecturer, Department of Electrical and Automation, Shanghai Maritime University
  • 2007-2008: Post-Doctoral Researcher, Naval Academy Research Institute of France
  • 2008-2009: Lecturer, Department of Electrical and Automation, Shanghai Maritime University
  • 2009-2016: Associate Professor, Department of Electrical and Automation, Shanghai Maritime University
  • 2016.6-Present: Research Affiliate and Doctoral Supervisor, Institut de Recherche Dupuy de Lôme (IRDL), France
  • 2016.7-Present: Full Professor and Doctoral Supervisor, Department of Electrical and Automation, Shanghai Maritime University

Achievements 📜

  • Published 100+ research papers
  • Secured 29 patents in China and the United States
  • Authored 6 books
  • Developed 5 national standards and 2 IEC standards

Awards and Honors 🏆

  • IEC 1906 Award
  • IEEE Senior Member
  • Committee Member of the IEEE Energy Storage Technology Committee
  • Committee Member of the National Ocean Energy Conversion Equipment Standardization Technical Committee
  • Committee Member of the CAA Fault Diagnosis and Safety of Technical Process Specialized Committee
  • Convener of IEC/TC114 Advisory Group 2

Publication Top Notes

A confidence-guided DS fault diagnosis method for tidal stream turbines blade

Sparrow search algorithm-optimized variational mode decomposition-based multiscale convolutional network for cavitation diagnosis of hydro turbines
A radius and minimum velocity Jensen model for far wake distribution prediction of tidal stream turbine
LAW-IFF Net: A semantic segmentation method for recognition of marine current turbine blade attachments under blurry edges

A Federated Adversarial Fault Diagnosis Method Driven by Fault Information Discrepancy

Dr. Ishtiaq Khan | Fault Diagnosis Award | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Ishtiaq Khan | Fault Diagnosis Award | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Ishtiaq Khan, University of Genova, Italy

Ishtiaq Ahmad Khan is a dedicated PhD researcher at the University of Genoa in Italy, affiliated with the DITEN Department since November 2022. He has extensive experience in academia, having served as a lecturer at UET Peshawar Campus-III since December 2019, and previously held positions as an assistant professor and lecturer at the Baluchistan University of Information Technology, Engineering and Management Sciences (BUITEMS) and the Baluchistan University of Engineering & Technology Khuzdar (BUETK). Ishtiaq began his career as a lab engineer at the Gandhara Institute of Science & Technology in Peshawar. He earned his Master of Science in Electrical Engineering from BUITEMS, where he graduated with a CGPA of 3.87, focusing his thesis on “Automatic Node-switching in Power Utility Company Network for Blackout Avoidance.” A skilled communicator fluent in English, Urdu, and Pashto, he possesses strong teaching and practical expertise in Electrical Power Engineering. His technical skills include proficiency in Microsoft Office, Electrical Transient and Analysis Program (ETAP), and various engineering software tools. Ishtiaq’s commitment to education is reflected in his active participation as a resource person for training programs in areas such as uninterruptible power supply configuration and transformer reassembly.

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Summary of Suitability for the Best Researcher Award: Ishtiaq Ahmad Khan

Personal Information
Ishtiaq Ahmad Khan is a dedicated researcher and educator currently pursuing his PhD at the University of Genoa in Italy, while simultaneously serving as a lecturer at UET Peshawar Campus-III in Pakistan. His extensive background in Electrical Engineering, coupled with significant teaching and research experience, positions him as a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award.

Education

  • PhD Researcher
    University of Genoa, DITEN Department, Genova (GE), Italy
    Duration: 01/11/2022–Present
  • Master of Science in Electrical Engineering
    Baluchistan University of Information Technology Engineering and Management Sciences, Quetta (Pakistan)
    CGPA: 3.87/4
    Graduation Thesis Title: Automatic Node-switching in Power Utility Company Network for Blackout Avoidance
    Duration: 04/04/2015–14/12/2017
  • Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
    University of Engineering & Technology Peshawar, Peshawar (Pakistan)
    CGPA: 2.6/4
    Duration: 04/10/2004–30/04/2009
  • Professional Development Training Program
    Baluchistan University of Information Technology, Engineering & Management Sciences, Pakistan, Quetta (Pakistan)
    Duration: 15/01/2015–10/02/2015
  • Training Sessions:
    • Assembling & Configuration of Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) (22/12/2017)
    • Re-assembling & Configuration of Transformers (30/03/2016–01/04/2016)
    • Repair of AC Motors, Pressure Pumps and Home Appliances (03/12/2015)

Work Experience

  • PhD Researcher
    University of Genoa, DITEN Department, Genova (GE), Italy
    Duration: 01/11/2022–Present
  • Lecturer
    UET Peshawar Campus-III, Bannu, Bannu (Pakistan)
    Duration: 24/12/2019–Present
  • Assistant Professor
    Baluchistan University of Information Technology Engineering and Management Sciences (BUITEMS), Quetta (Pakistan)
    Duration: 14/02/2018–23/12/2019
  • Lecturer
    Baluchistan University of Information Technology Engineering and Management Sciences (BUITEMS), Quetta (Pakistan)
    Duration: 09/01/2015–13/02/2018
  • Lecturer
    Baluchistan University of Engineering & Technology Khuzdar (BUETK), Khuzdar (Pakistan)
    Duration: 16/06/2011–08/01/2015
  • Lab Engineer
    Gandhara Institute of Science & Technology (GIST) Peshawar, Peshawar (Pakistan)
    Duration: 19/10/2009–15/06/2011

Publication top Notes:

Partial Discharge Inception Voltage Monitoring of Enameled Wires under Thermal Stress over Time

 

 

 

Dr. Jiaying Sun | Condition Monitoring Award | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Jiaying Sun | Condition Monitoring Award | Best Researcher Award 

Dr. Jiaying Sun, Northwestern Polytechnical University, china

Jiaying Sun is a researcher affiliated with Northwestern Polytechnical University in China, where she has made significant contributions to the field of acoustic emission and structural health monitoring. Her research focuses on acoustic emission source localization, friction-related acoustic emission in bolted joints, and guided wave propagation. Jiaying Sun has published several influential papers in prominent journals such as Sensors, Tribology Letters, Journal of Sound and Vibration, and Structural Health Monitoring. Her work often combines experimental and numerical methods, exploring areas such as phased array methods, fretting friction, and time-domain spectral finite element simulations. Sun has also presented her research at international conferences like the ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition.

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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award :

Jiaying Sun’s research primarily focuses on acoustic emission, friction, and structural health monitoring, with a strong emphasis on the application of advanced numerical and experimental methods. The following points summarize the key aspects of her work

Education:

  • Ph.D. Candidate (expected completion 2024), likely in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, based on her research topics. Her affiliation with Northwestern Polytechnical University suggests she is conducting research in a field related to Acoustic Emission, Tribology, and Structural Health Monitoring.
  • Master’s Degree (expected completion before 2021), likely in a related field such as Mechanical Engineering or Structural Health Monitoring.
  • Bachelor’s Degree (likely completed prior to her master’s degree), in a related field, likely at Northwestern Polytechnical University or another prestigious engineering university in China.

Work Experience:

  • Researcher or Ph.D. Candidate at Northwestern Polytechnical University, actively involved in projects related to Acoustic Emission, Tribology, Wave Propagation, and Friction Dynamics in bolted joint structures.
  • Published multiple peer-reviewed articles in leading journals such as Sensors, Tribology Letters, International Journal of Mechanical System Dynamics, Journal of Sound and Vibration, and Structural Health Monitoring.
  • Presented at several high-profile international conferences, including the ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition, showcasing her research on guided wave propagation and acoustic emission source localization.

Publication top Notes:

Multiscale modeling of friction hysteresis at bolted joint interfaces

Analysis of friction‐related acoustic emission in bolted joint structures

Experimental investigation on acoustic emission in fretting friction and wear of bolted joints