Dr. Matthijs Langelaar

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Biography

Matthijs Langelaar is a Full Professor at Delft University of Technology, leading a research group in Computational Design Mechanics. His research primarily focuses on advancing computational design techniques for demanding high-tech applications, with a specific emphasis on topology optimization. His research team is currently engaged in defining design approaches for additive manufacturing. He holds a PhD degree from Delft University of Technology and an MSc in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Twente. Langelaar has previously worked at the DLR (German Aerospace Center, Robotics Institute) and the University of Colorado at Boulder in the United States, as well as at the University of Freiburg in Germany and Seoul National University in South Korea, collaborating with top experts in his field. His expertise includes Topology Optimization and Additive Manufacturing.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

Delft University of Technology • Delft, Netherlands

Leading research group in Computational Design Mechanics.

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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