Ph.D. Zhe Tian is an accomplished researcher and associate professor at the College of Engineering, Ocean University of China. His extensive academic career spans multiple years, where he has made significant contributions to marine and offshore engineering, focusing on dynamic analysis, modal parameter estimation, and structural health monitoring. With a strong foundation in both education and hands-on professional experience, his research has been published in numerous respected journals. His work often explores innovative methodologies for improving the safety, performance, and reliability of offshore structures, particularly in the context of offshore wind turbines and floating structures. As a result, Ph.D. Tian has earned recognition within the scientific community and beyond.

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Education

Ph.D. Zhe Tian completed his Ph.D. in Marine Engineering from Wuhan University of Technology between 2011 and 2016. Prior to his Ph.D., he earned his Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering from the same institution, where he laid the groundwork for his academic pursuit in the fields of marine structures and engineering. His strong educational background, particularly in marine engineering and structural engineering, has provided him with the expertise to tackle complex challenges in offshore structural dynamics, modeling, and health monitoring systems.

Professional Experience

Ph.D. Zhe Tian has a distinguished professional career, highlighted by his role as an Associate Professor at the College of Engineering, Ocean University of China. His tenure at the university began in 2021, following his time as a lecturer at the same institution from 2017 to 2020. Additionally, he had the opportunity to broaden his academic exposure as a Visiting Scholar at the University of Southampton in the UK, where he contributed to research on ocean engineering from 2014 to 2015. His experience at renowned institutions and his progression in academia have enabled him to develop a deep understanding of offshore engineering and related fields.

Research Interests

Ph.D. Zhe Tian’s research interests are centered around the dynamic analysis of offshore structures, modal parameter estimation, model updating, and structural health monitoring systems. His research aims to advance the understanding of offshore structures’ behavior under various conditions, providing solutions for improved design, safety, and durability. He has a particular focus on offshore wind turbines, floating structures, and offshore jacket platforms. Tian’s work also emphasizes the development of innovative methods, such as ensemble deep learning models, variational mode decomposition, and Grey Wolf Optimizer algorithms, for better performance assessment and maintenance of offshore systems.

Research Skills

Ph.D. Tian possesses a diverse set of research skills in the fields of dynamic structural analysis, computational modeling, and artificial intelligence. His expertise includes applying advanced mathematical techniques to assess the dynamic performance of offshore structures, including offshore wind turbines. He is proficient in using optimization algorithms, such as Grey Wolf Optimizer, and signal processing methods, such as variational mode decomposition, to solve complex structural degradation problems. Additionally, Tian is skilled in utilizing machine learning for structural health monitoring, specifically in the context of offshore platforms and marine vessels, showcasing his versatility in both traditional and cutting-edge research methods.

Awards and Honors

Throughout his academic career, Ph.D. Zhe Tian has received recognition for his impactful research contributions to offshore engineering. His work on dynamic performance assessment and structural health monitoring has earned him several prestigious academic honors. While specific awards and honors are not mentioned in the provided profile, his extensive publication record in reputable journals, including Ocean Engineering, and his role as an associate professor attest to his influence and standing in the academic community. These achievements underline his reputation as a leading researcher in the field of marine and offshore engineering.

Conclusion

Ph.D. Zhe Tian is a prominent figure in marine and offshore engineering, demonstrating remarkable expertise in dynamic analysis, structural health monitoring, and the advancement of innovative technologies for offshore structures. His educational background, professional experience, and extensive research output reflect a strong foundation in the field. Tian’s ability to integrate advanced computational methods, machine learning, and optimization algorithms into his work has set him apart as a leading researcher. He continues to make valuable contributions to the scientific community, with significant implications for offshore engineering, particularly in the areas of renewable energy and structural safety. Moving forward, his potential for further innovation and impact in both academic and industry applications remains high.

Publication Top Notes

• Computer vision-based non-contact structural vibration measurement: Methods, challenges and opportunities
  • Authors: Cheng, Y., Tian, Z., Ning, D., Chauhan, S., Vashishtha, G.
  • Year: 2025
  • Journal: Measurement: Journal of the International Measurement Confederation
• Global response expansion for dynamic structures based on the evolutionary orthogonal basis
  • Authors: Liu, F., Guo, J., Tian, Z.
  • Year: 2025
  • Journal: Mechanical Systems and Signal Processing
• Dynamic performance assessment of offshore wind structures based on root morphology model
  • Authors: Tian, Z., Liu, L., Ji, X., Song, H., Chang, S.
  • Year: 2025
  • Journal: Ocean Engineering
• Structural health monitoring on offshore jacket platforms using a novel ensemble deep learning model
  • Authors: Wang, M., Incecik, A., Tian, Z., Krolczyk, G., Li, Z.
  • Year: 2024
  • Journal: Ocean Engineering
  • Citations: 4
• FULL-FIELD STRAIN ESTIMATION FROM MEASURED ACCELERATIONS OF OFFSHORE WIND TURBINE SUPPORT STRUCTURES
  • Authors: Guo, J., Li, Y., Wu, X., Tian, Z., Liu, F.
  • Year: 2024
  • Conference: Proceedings of the International Conference on Offshore Mechanics and Arctic Engineering – OMAE
  • Citations: 1
• Research on collision identification between ships and offshore wind turbines based on neural network
  • Authors: Guo, Z., Tian, Z., Wang, B., Han, L.
  • Year: 2023
  • Conference: 7th IEEE International Conference on Transportation Information and Safety, ICTIS 2023
• Structural performance degradation identification of offshore wind turbines based on variational mode decomposition with a Grey Wolf Optimizer algorithm
  • Authors: Ji, X., Tian, Z., Song, H., Liu, F.
  • Year: 2022
  • Journal: Ocean Engineering
  • Citations: 14
• Fatigue life analysis of monopile foundation offshore wind turbine under coupled multiple loadings
  • Authors: Wang, B., Sun, Z., Xu, C., Tian, Z.
  • Year: 2022
  • Conference: Proceedings of the International Offshore and Polar Engineering Conference
• Numerical simulation of nanofluid convective heat transfer in an oblique cavity with conductive edges equipped with a constant temperature heat source: Entropy production analysis
  • Authors: Tian, Z., Shahsavar, A., Al-Rashed, A.A.A.A., Rostami, S.
  • Year: 2021
  • Journal: Computers and Mathematics with Applications
  • Citations: 11
• A Laplace-domain method for motion response estimation of floating structures based on a combination of generalised transfer function and partial fraction
  • Authors: Liu, F., Fu, Q., Tian, Z.
  • Year: 2020
  • Journal: Ships and Offshore Structures
  • Citations: 14