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Villanova(费城)大学机械系-2019春季入学,博士全奖(无人驾驶技术)已有8人参与
Job Title: Ph.D. in Dynamical Systems and Control - control of networks of heterogeneous non-holonomic vehicles
Application Deadline: October 1, 2018
Position Start Date: January 1, 2019
A Ph.D. position funded by the Office of Naval Research is available at Villanova University, Department of Mechanical Engineering, to conduct research on control of networks of heterogeneous non-holonomic vehicles. The ideal candidate is expected to have a strong background in mathematics and differential equations. Some background in mechanics and control theory is strongly preferred. The research project will involve theoretical development of control algorithms, stability analysis of dynamical systems, as well as experimental implementation of the developed theory. The experimental laboratory is available at the Center for Nonlinear Dynamics and Control (CENDAC) and involves the state-of-the-art real-time control and tracking technology, a fleet of heterogeneous vehicles, and supporting infrastructure. Financial support for tuition and stipend will be provided.
The candidate is expected to start in spring 2019.
Qualifications and Skills:
• A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline. A thesis-based Master's degree is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of calculus and differential equations
• Basic MATLAB programming skills
How to Apply:
To apply, please send the following application materials to Dr. H. Ashrafiuon (hashem.ashrafiuon@villanova.edu) and/or Dr. S. Nersesov (sergey.nersesov@villanova.edu).
• Curriculum vita with contract information for two references
• Transcripts from all previous institutions
• GRE score
• TOEFL or IELTS score (for international applicants only)
• Printouts of published papers, research reports, thesis, etc., if any
Villanova University is a private research university that was founded in 1842. The university is located 12 miles from Philadelphia, and within a 2-hour drive from New York City. U.S. News & World Report ranks Villanova as tied for the 46th best National University in the U.S. for 2018. Please refer to the following website for more details.
http://www1.villanova.edu/university.html
美国维拉诺瓦大学(Villanova University)是一所私立研究型大学,成立于1842年。学校历史悠久人文底蕴浓厚,校园内精美的哥特式建筑可追溯到1796年,美国独立战争前后。在建校的170余年里,学校致力于培养高素质的学生和科研人才,在2018年U.S. News 排名中,维拉诺瓦大学位列全美第46位,跻身世界名校行列。不仅如此,学校还拥有得天独厚的地理优势,距美国第五大城市费城市中心仅12英里,开车至纽约时代广场不到2小时,离美国首府华盛顿特区仅需2.5小时车程。学校虽比邻闹市,绿荫如盖的校园却为莘莘学子保留了独有的恬静,是诸多学子出国留学的梦萦之地。 |
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