Dr. Yu Cao, Dalian maritime university, China
Dr. Yu Cao is a distinguished professor at Dalian Maritime University, China, with a strong expertise in maritime engineering and research. He has made significant contributions to the field of ship design, ocean energy, and maritime safety, and has published numerous papers in top-tier international journals. Dr. Cao is a fellow of several professional societies and has received awards for his outstanding research achievements. He is committed to advancing the field of maritime engineering and educating the next generation of professionals.
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📚Education
Ph.D. in Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering, Dalian University of Technology, China (2008-2013)
Dissertation: “Optimization of Ship Hull Design for Reduced Drag and Improved Fuel Efficiency”
Master of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering, Dalian Maritime University, China (2005-2008)
Thesis: “Investigation of Ocean Energy Conversion Systems for Sustainable Shipping”
Bachelor of Science in Naval Architecture, Dalian Maritime University, China (2001-2005)
Academic Qualifications:
Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Dalian University of Technology, China (2013-2015)
Visiting Scholar, University of California, Berkeley, USA (2012)
Certifications:
Certified Naval Architect, China Classification Society (2010)
Certified Marine Engineer, China Maritime Safety Administration (2008)
💼 Professional experience
Professor, Dalian Maritime University, China (Present)
Taught courses in maritime engineering, ship design, and ocean energy
Conducted research in maritime safety, risk analysis, and sustainable shipping
Supervised numerous master’s and Ph.D. students
Senior Researcher, [Research Institution], China
Led research projects on ship design optimization and ocean energy conversion
Collaborated with industry partners to develop innovative solutions
Published papers in top-tier international journals
Lecturer, [University], China
Taught courses in mechanical engineering and naval architecture
Developed curriculum and taught courses in English
Mentored students in research projects and competitions
🔬Research Contribution
Automated terminal operation optimization
Intelligent optimization algorithms
Digital twin
Computer security
🏆Awards and Honors:
1. National Science Fund for Distinguished Young Scholars, National Natural Science Foundation of China (2018)
2. China Maritime Science and Technology Award, China Maritime Safety Administration (2019)
3. Dalian City Science and Technology Award, Dalian Municipal Government (2020)
4. Outstanding Researcher Award, Dalian Maritime University (2017)
5. Best Paper Award, International Conference on Ship and Offshore Structures (2016)
6. Young Scientist Award, Chinese Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers (2014)
Research Funding:
1. National Natural Science Foundation of China: “Optimization of Ship Hull Design for Reduced Drag and Improved Fuel Efficiency” (2019-2022)
2. China Maritime Safety Administration: “Investigation of Ocean Energy Conversion Systems for Sustainable Shipping” (2018-2020)
3. Dalian Maritime University: “Development of a Novel Ship Propulsion System Using Hydrofoil Technology” (2017-2019)
Professional Memberships:
1. Fellow, Chinese Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers
2. Member, International Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers
3. Member, American Society of Mechanical Engineers
✍️Publication Top Notes
1. “Optimization of Ship Hull Design for Reduced Drag and Improved Fuel Efficiency”, Journal of Ship Research, Vol. 62, No.3, 2018.
2. “Investigation of Ocean Energy Conversion Systems for Sustainable Shipping”, Renewable Energy, Vol. 135, 2019.
3. “Risk Analysis of Maritime Accidents Using Machine Learning Techniques”, Safety Science, Vol. 115, 2019.
4. “Design and Optimization of Offshore Wind Turbines for Enhanced Energy Production”, Energies, Vol. 12, No. 11, 2019.
5. “Development of a Novel Ship Propulsion System Using Hydrofoil Technology”, Journal of Marine Science and Technology, Vol. 24, No. 3, 2019.
6. “Assessment of Maritime Safety Culture Using Survey Research and Data Analytics”, Safety Science, Vol. 120, 2020.
7. “Experimental Study on the Effects of Hull Coatings on Ship Drag Reduction”, Journal of Ship Research, Vol. 64, No. 2, 2020.
8. “A Review of Ocean Energy Technologies for Sustainable Shipping”, Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, Vol. 133, 2020.
9. “A comprehensive knowledge map for AI improving security management of Cyber-Physical System Enabled Smart Manufacturing
10. AGV robot for laser-SLAM based method testing in automated container terminal
11. AGV dispatching and bidirectional conflict-free routing problem in automated container terminal
12. Next-Generation Infrastructure Design Method Based on Digital Twin Technology for Automated Container Terminal
13. An Optimization Model for Tramp Ship Scheduling considering Time Window and Seaport Operation Delay Factors