Jianguo Wang

Dr. Jianguo Wang is a Professor in the Department of Earth and Space Science Engineering at York University's Lassonde School of Engineering. He has been a faculty member since 2006 and is a founding member of the Lassonde School. With over 35 years of academic and industrial experience, he specializes in multisensor integration, GNSS technology, and precision engineering surveying. He holds a Dr.-Ing. in Geomatics Engineering from Universität der Bundeswehr München, Germany, alongside Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from Wuhan Technical University of Surveying and Mapping (WTUSM).

His research focuses on advanced data processing methodologies, including Kalman filtering, error analysis, and LiDAR systems. He has authored/co-authored over 60 publications, including textbooks like Error Theory and Foundation of Surveying Adjustment and Foundation of Geodesy. He is a Fellow of Engineers Canada and licensed as a Professional Engineer in Ontario.

• Education:
  • Dr.-Ing., Geomatics Engineering, Universität der Bundeswehr München (Germany)
  • M.Sc., Surveying Engineering, Wuhan Technical University of Surveying and Mapping
  • B.Sc., Surveying Engineering, Wuhan Technical University of Surveying and Mapping

Dr. Wang teaches courses such as Advanced Optimization and Applications, GNSS, and Global Geophysics and Geodesy. He leads the Earth Observation Laboratory (PSE 432), focusing on multisensor integration for navigation and positioning. His work explores innovative solutions for sensor calibration, data fusion, and geospatial applications.

Grants & Labs: Active in lab-based research with collaborators like Baoxin Hu, his laboratory integrates GNSS, IMUs, LiDAR, and cameras for precision navigation. His recent work addresses challenges in sensor error calibration, LiDAR point cloud accuracy, and Kalman filter enhancements.