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Professor Quanmin Zhu is a Professor in Control Systems at the School of Engineering, University of the West of England (UWE), Bristol, UK, holding this position since 2004. His academic career spans over four decades, including roles as Lecturer at Qiqihar University (China, 1983-1986), Post-doctoral Researcher at University of Sheffield (UK, 1989-1994), Lecturer at University of Brighton (UK, 1994-1997), and Lecturer/Reader at Aston University (UK, 1997-2004).
His educational background includes:
- MSc in Engineering from Harbin Institute of Technology, China (1980-1983)
- PhD from University of Warwick, UK (1986-1989)
Professor Zhu's research centers on dynamic system modeling, identification, control, and simulation, with pioneering contributions to nonlinear control systems, robust control methodologies, and U-model based control frameworks. His work bridges theoretical advances with practical applications in robotics, renewable energy systems, and industrial automation, emphasizing model-free and adaptive control solutions for complex nonlinear dynamics.
Analysis of his 2021-2025 publications reveals a dominant focus on robust control for uncertain nonlinear systems, with significant contributions to sliding mode control, multi-agent coordination, and cyber-physical security. His research increasingly integrates machine learning techniques (e.g., actor-critic reinforcement learning) while maintaining core expertise in optimization-based control algorithms applied to UAVs, robotic manipulators, and wind energy systems.
His professional honors include:
- Chartered Engineer (CEng)
- Fellow of the Institution of Engineering and Technology (FIET)
- Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA)
As an academic leader, Professor Zhu serves as President/Founder of the International Conference on Modelling, Identification and Control (ICMIC), Editor/Founder of Elsevier's Book Series on Emerging Methodologies in Modelling and Control, and University Ambassador for UK-China educational collaboration. His research group secures substantial grants in control theory applications, with ongoing projects in U-model control platforms and international partnerships.
He leads the Control Systems research group at UWE, driving innovation in the U-control platform and its industrial applications. His team maintains strong international collaborations, particularly with Chinese institutions, and actively develops the Elsevier Book Series as a key publication channel for emerging control methodologies.
