Dr. Jan Willem Van Wingerden

Professor

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Biography

Jan-Willem van Wingerden is a highly regarded professor in the field of systems control with a focus on wind turbine dynamics and control systems. He is part of the Delft Center for Systems and Control at Delft University of Technology, where he conducts advanced research on the optimization and efficiency of renewable energy systems, particularly wind turbines and farms. His work includes developing innovative control methods aimed at improving the stability and performance of wind energy generation. Over the years, he has published numerous research papers and has been recognized for his contributions to the field. In 2023, he received the O. Hugo Schuck prize from the American Automatic Control Council for his theoretical and application papers presented at the American Control Conference. His expertise also extends to various applications of control theory, fundamentally impacting the sustainability and efficiency of energy systems.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2010-01-01 — Present

Delft University of Technology • Delft, Netherlands

Leading research and education in systems and control, focusing on wind energy applications.

Awards

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O. Hugo Schuck Prize

2023-03-15

Requirements for Delft University of Technology

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:154
Quantitative
Required:159
Analytical Writing
Required:4
Overall
Required:4
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in a related field Sufficient credits in key subjects (Mathematics, Physics, Discipline-specific)
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate
  • Academic transcript
  • English language certificate
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Motivation letter
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Identity document (Passport)
  • GRE General Test results (for international diplomas)
Specialization Notes

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