Yiyuan Zhao
Professor

Dr. Zhao’s research covers several areas. One focus is Optimization Methods, e.g., algorithm development for parameter optimization and dynamic optimization, formulation and solution methods for optimization across networks, methods of complex system optimization.

Another area is Applications of Optimization Methods, such as dynamic system modeling, aerospace vehicle flight optimization, intelligent motion planning for multiple-vehicle autonomous operations, unmanned aerial vehicles. His research also focuses on Airborne Networks for Aerospace Applications, namely benefit-based analysis and design of airborne networks for multiple vehicle communication, navigation, and surveillance

Degrees

Ph.D., Aeronautics and Astronautics, Stanford University, 1989.
M.S., Aeronautics and Astronautics, Stanford University, 1986.
B.S., Control Engineering, Harbin Institute of Technology, China, 1982.

Experience

2005 - Present: Professor Department of Aerospace Engineering and Mechanics, University of Minnesota
1996 - 2005: Associate Professor Department of Aerospace Engineering and Mechanics, University of Minnesota
1990 - 1996: Assistant Professor Department of Aerospace Engineering and Mechanics, University of Minnesota

Five Recent Publications

Y. C. Qi and Y. J. Zhao, 2005, Energy-Efficient Trajectories of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles Flying Through Thermals, Journal of Aerospace Engineering, Vol. 18, No. 2, April, pp. 84-92., (Journal Article) More Details, Request PDF
Y. J. Zhao and Y. C. Qi, 2004, Minimum Fuel Powered Dynamic Soaring of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles Utilizing Wind Gradient, Optimal Control Applications and Methods, Vol. 25, pp. 211-233., (Journal Article) More Details, Request PDF
Y. J. Zhao, 2004, Optimal Patterns of Glider Dynamic Soaring, Optimal Control Applications and Methods, Vol. 24, No. 2, pp. 67-89., (Journal Article) More Details, Request PDF
I. H. Yang and Y. J. Zhao, 2004, Trajectory Planning for Autonomous Aerospace Vehicles amid Known Obstacles and Conflicts, Journal of Guidance, Control, and Dynamics, Vol. 27, No. 6, Nov.-Dec.pp. 997-1008., (Journal Article) More Details, Request PDF
M. X. Cheng and Y. J. Zhao, 2004, Connectivity of Ad Hoc Networks for Advanced Air Traffic Management, Journal of Aerospace Computing, Information, and Communication, Vol. 1, No. 5, May, pp. 225-238., (Journal Article) More Details, Request PDF

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Honors and Fellowships

Best Professor Award, University of Minnesota, May 2006: Background
Boeing - A. D. Welliver Faculty Summer Fellowship, Summer 1999: Background
Best 1996 AHS Paper Award, AGARD-CP-592. June 1997: Background
Taylor Career Development Award, University of Minnesota, May 1996: Background
Outstanding Teaching Award, University of Minnesota, May 1989: Background

Current Courses

Graduate: EE 5231 -- Linear Systems and Optimal Control; AEM 5321 -- Modern Feedback Control | Course Home Page

Subjects and Courses Taught

Undergraduate: AEM 2011 -- Statics; AEM 2012 -- Dynamics; AEM 2301 -- Mechanics of Flight; AEM 4371 -- Helicopter Aerodynamics; AEM 4441 -- Structural Dynamics
Graduate: AEM 5431 -- Trajectory Optimization; AEM 5495 -- Topics in Aerospace Systems; AEM 8000 -- Seminar: Aerospace Engineering and Mechanics; AEM 8431 -- Trajectory Optimization; AEM 8495 -- Selected Topics in Dynamical Systems and Controls; AEM 8495 -- Selected Topics in Dynamical Systems and Controls

Curriculum Vitae

Brief Biographical Sketch

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Yiyuan Zhao Professor