Dr. Inseok Hwang

Professor

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Biography

Inseok Hwang is the Paul Stanley Professor at Purdue University's School of Aeronautics and Astronautics. He obtained his Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering from Seoul National University in 1992, followed by a Master's degree from the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology in 1994. He earned his Ph.D. in Aeronautics and Astronautics from Stanford University in 2004. Hwang's research primarily focuses on complex control systems, particularly in managing multiple-vehicle systems, which pose challenging aspects of modern system theory and practical applications. His work includes the development of guidance and control algorithms for unmanned aircraft systems and spacecraft, emphasizing safety and efficiency in air traffic control and space applications. He has contributed to various high-impact publications and received numerous accolades, including the AIAA Associate Fellow recognition in 2012 and the NSF CAREER Award in 2008. Hwang's insights into nonlinear and hybrid systems have influenced advancements in fault detection, sensor networks, and real-time safety verification tools in critical systems.

Research Interests

Experience

Paul Stanley Professor

— Present

Purdue University • West Lafayette, IN

Leading research in aeronautics and astronautics, focusing on control systems and unmanned aerial vehicles.

Requirements for Purdue University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:135
Overall
Required:135
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in CS or related field Foundational concepts of computer science Data structures Computer architecture Operating systems Mathematics through differential equations Linear and matrix algebra
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

GRE is not required.