Flight Procedure Design Professors and Supervisors

Zhigang Dengمشاهده پروفایل

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University of HoustonUnited States

Zhigang Deng is the Moores Professor of Computer Science and Director of Graduate Studies at the University of Houston's Department of Computer Science. He earned his Ph.D. in Computer Science from the University of Southern California (2006), with earlier degrees from Peking University (M.S. 2004) and Xiamen University (B.S. 1997). His research focuses on Human-Centered Computing, Computer Graphics, and Computational Surgery, with notable contributions to insect flight simulation, surgical telementoring, and AI-human collaboration in medical diagnosis. He has been funded by NSF, NIH, NASA, and industry partners like Google and EA. His work is featured in ACM TOG, IEEE TVCG, and SIGGRAPH. Awards include the ACM Distinguished Member (2021), Moores Professorship (2021), and multiple best paper awards. He directs the University of Houston's Computer Graphics and Interactive Media Lab, and serves on editorial boards for IEEE TVCG and Computer Graphics Forum. Teaching includes courses on 3D Graphics and Game Development. Current research projects include surgical simulation frameworks (HySim), farm scene modeling from satellite data, and multimodal conversation analysis in multi-party interactions.

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Steffen Greiserمشاهده پروفایل

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Osnabrück University of Applied SciencesGermany

Prof. Dr.-Ing. Steffen Greiser is a Professor of Automation Technology at the Faculty of Management, Culture and Technology, Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences. He has been serving in this role since 2020 and leads the Laboratory for Digitized Value Creation Processes as its spokesperson since 2023. His academic journey began with a Mechatronics degree at TU Ilmenau, followed by a distinguished research career at the German Aerospace Center (DLR), where he earned his doctorate in 2016 and received the DLR Dissertation Award in 2017. Prior to academia, he also held a position at Volkswagen in chassis control systems. His research interests include Robotics, Sensor Technology, Internet of Things, 5G/6G Network Technology, and Sustainability , applied across domains such as mobility, production, and drones. He is actively engaged in research projects like BiCoNet, TIDA5G, InnoNT, CARLA, and EDNA, focusing on digitalization and sustainable automation. The most recent publications reflect a strong trend toward smart manufacturing, digital learning factories, sensor-based environmental monitoring, and advanced control systems . His work bridges engineering fundamentals with real-world industrial applications, particularly in Industry 4.0 and sustainable logistics. Scientific Awards: DLR Dissertation Award (2017) Advising and Grants: While specific student advisees are not listed, Prof. Greiser leads significant research initiatives funded by national and international programs (e.g., Interreg, BMWI). His leadership in projects like EDNA and BiCoNet demonstrates active mentorship and grant acquisition in applied automation and digital transformation. Labs and Teams: He is the spokesperson for the Laboratory for Digitized Value Creation Processes, which supports research in smart production, data analytics, and Industry 4.0 applications. His collaborations span academic, industrial, and cross-border innovation networks.

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Manuela Battipedeمشاهده پروفایل

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Polytechnic University of TurinItaly

Manuela Battipede is Associate Professor of Flight Mechanics & Control at the Politecnico di Torino , Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (DIMEAS). Since 2002 she has led research and teaching in aerospace guidance, airworthiness, neural-network-based virtual sensors, and trajectory optimisation, coordinating EU H2020 and Clean Sky projects, industrial airworthiness certification contracts, and supervising PhD students in aerospace engineering. Education & Academic Career Joined Politecnico di Torino as a confirmed Associate Professor (Prof.ssa Associata Confermata). Visiting Researcher, West Virginia University, USA (April–September 2002). Research Interests Her work integrates control theory , flight mechanics , and artificial-intelligence-based sensing to enhance safety and efficiency of air and space vehicles. Key themes include: 4-D trajectory optimisation for climate-neutral aviation. Certifiable virtual air-data systems using neural networks. Flutter suppression and intelligent flight control for fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft. Low-thrust orbital mechanics, collision avoidance, and end-of-life disposal for satellites. Lighter-than-air platforms and VTOL hybrid drones for earth-observation and fire-monitoring missions. Scientific Awards & Recognition PoCN – Proof of Concept Network (2015), AREA Science Park, Italy. Regular evaluator for SESAR Joint Undertaking, EU H2020, and European Commission programmes. Doctoral Advising & Funding Since 2011 she has served on the PhD board of the Aerospace Engineering doctorate at Politecnico di Torino, currently supervising: Giorgio Antonio Orlando (39th cycle, 2023–) Gabriele Tarascio (39th cycle, 2023–) She has been Scientific Director of >20 competitively funded projects (EU Clean Sky MIDAS, ESA, MIUR-PRIN, EASA certification contracts, etc.) and commercial consultancy contracts exceeding €3 M. Laboratories & Teams Battipede leads the Modelling, Simulation and Control of Aircraft research group at DIMEAS, managing real-time hardware-in-the-loop test rigs, CubeSat development platforms, and an integrated multi-aircraft simulation laboratory for education and industrial validation.

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Ange Adrienne Nyamen Tatoمشاهده پروفایل

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Laval UniversityCanada

Ange Adrienne Nyamen Tato serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Teaching and Learning Studies at Laval University's Faculty of Education. Her academic journey spans multiple institutions across Canada and Morocco, with a strong interdisciplinary background combining computer science, artificial intelligence, and educational theory. PhD in Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) from University of Quebec at Montreal (UQAM), 2020 Master's degree in Computer Science from University of Quebec at Montreal (UQAM), 2015 Engineering degree in Information Systems from Mohammedia School of Engineers in Morocco, 2014 DEUST in Mathematics, Computer Science and Physics from Hassan II University, Morocco, 2011 Professor Tato's research focuses on the intersection of artificial intelligence and education, with particular expertise in generative AI applications for educational contexts, machine learning algorithms, intelligent tutoring systems, educational data mining, and serious game design. Her work addresses critical challenges in educational technology including transparency, assessment practices, and engagement issues that have limited the adoption of AI-powered learning tools. She is particularly interested in the ethical implications, environmental impact, and potential biases of AI in educational settings. Her recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on developing sophisticated models for user behavior prediction, adaptive learning systems, and integrating pedagogical knowledge into AI frameworks. The research spans multiple domains including logical reasoning development, socio-moral reasoning, piloting training, and general educational applications of deep learning and knowledge tracing techniques. Professor Tato has secured significant research funding, including a $192,500 NSERC Discovery Grant for her project 'Optimizing Generative Artificial Intelligence for Education: Towards a Holistic Approach Integrating Teachers and Learners.' This five-year project aims to develop pedagogically aware large language models (PA-LLMs) that better serve educational purposes by integrating educational theories, human learning factors, and bias correction mechanisms. Principal Investigator for NSERC Discovery Grant ($192,500 over 5 years) PC Member for ICCE 2023 and 2024 conferences PC Member for EDM 2024 conference PC Member for AIED 2024 conference Professor Tato teaches graduate courses including TEN-7028 Games and Learning and TEN-7030 Digital Intelligence in Education: Opportunities and Challenges. She is currently accepting Master's students interested in AI applied to education. Her previous professional experience includes work as an Artificial Intelligence Specialist at Beam Me Up Augmented Intelligence (2018-2022) and a postdoctoral fellowship in Deep Learning applied to aeronautics in partnership with Bombardier and CAE (2020-2022).

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