Wanting Zhu | Engineering and Technology | Best Researcher Award

Ms Wanting Zhu, School of Electronic Information, Central South University, China

Wanting Zhu is pursuing an M.S. in Electronic Science and Technology at Central South University, China, where she earned her B.S. degree in 2022. She has authored four papers, cited over 30 times. Her research focuses on chaos theory and nonlinear dynamics, exploring complex behaviors in dynamic systems, such as multi-cavity maps and neuron behavior. Zhu’s work involves modeling nonlinear chaotic maps, dynamic analyses, and both digital and analog circuit design, aiming to advance understanding in chaotic systems and their applications across various scientific fields. 📚🔬🌐✨

Education

Wanting Zhu received her B.S. degree in Electronic Information Science and Technology from Central South University, China, in 2022. She is pursuing her M.S. degree at the same institution, focusing on chaos theory and nonlinear dynamics. She has authored 4 papers, cited over 30 times. Her research involves modeling nonlinear chaotic maps, dynamic analyses, digital and analog circuit design, advancing understanding in chaotic systems. Kehui Sun, a Professor at Central South University since 2006, received his B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees from the same university. Recognized as a Highly Cited Researcher by Elsevier (2020-2023), he has published over 180 papers, holds 6 patents, and received the Hunan Province Third Prize in Natural Science. 📚🔍✨🔬

Research focus

Wanting Zhu’s research focuses on the dynamics, synchronization, and applications of chaotic systems, particularly in discrete neuron-like maps and hyperchaotic maps. This involves studying the behavior of these systems under various conditions and exploring their potential applications in fields like analog circuit implementation and rotational control operations. Zhu’s work spans the development of multi-dimensional hyperchaotic maps and their practical uses, contributing significantly to the understanding and manipulation of complex dynamic systems. This research aids in advancements in chaos theory and its practical implementations. 🧠🔄🔬📊🔧

João Luiz do Vale | Engineering and Technology | Best Researcher Award

Dr João Luiz do Vale, UTFPR, Brazil

João Luiz do Vale, born on June 24, 1980, in Curitiba/PR, Brazil, is an accomplished mechanical engineer specializing in tribology and materials engineering 🌟. He holds a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from the Universidade Tecnológica Federal do Paraná (UTFPR) 🎓, where he is a dedicated professor 🧑‍🏫. With extensive experience in the metal-mechanical industry, João has contributed significantly to research on surface treatments and the tribological behavior of cast irons, as well as the application of finite element methods in machine elements 🛠️.

Publication profile

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Education

From 2014 to 2016, He pursued a PhD in Mechanical and Materials Engineering at the Federal University of Technology – Paraná (UTFPR), Curitiba, Brazil, focusing on the influence of cast iron microstructure on folded metal occurrence and the tribological behavior of honed surfaces 🏫. My dissertation, supervised by Giuseppe Pintaude with co-advisor Carlos Henrique da Silva, emphasized friction, wear, and honing 📚. Prior, He completed a Master’s degree (2013-2014) on the tribological behavior of PTFE sliding against stainless steel without lubrication, also at UTFPR, under Carlos Henrique da Silva’s guidance 🛠️. Since 2014, I’ve been a full-time professor at UTFPR, teaching courses such as Technical Drawing and Mechanical Elements 📐👨‍🏫.

Research focus

João Luiz do Vale’s research primarily focuses on tribology, the study of friction, wear, and lubrication of interacting surfaces in relative motion. His work encompasses a variety of applications, including the performance of lubricants, the tribological behavior of different materials, and the impact of additives. He has extensively studied the friction coefficients, wear resistance, and tribological properties of materials like graphite and bronze-filled PTFE, as well as cast irons used in cylinder liners. His research contributes to improving material performance and durability in mechanical systems, particularly in automotive and industrial applications. 🛠️🧪🔍