Dr. Michel Reniers

Associate Professor

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Biography

Michel Reniers is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e). His research interests encompass model-based engineering, supervisory controllers, synthesis of supervisory controllers using modal logics, and the development of modeling languages and model transformations for cyber-physical systems. Reniers emphasizes the application of formal methods in engineering supervisory controllers for high-tech embedded systems, focusing on advancing state-of-the-art model-based systems engineering approaches. His research themes include supervisory controller synthesis for networked systems and the integration of supervisory control with throughput optimization within product lines. Application areas of his research span manufacturing of high-tech systems, particularly in sectors such as lithography, automotive systems, waterway locks, tunnel installations, robotics, and autonomous systems. Reniers' work has significant implications for the current generation of embedded cyber-physical systems, particularly in achieving safety and performance guarantees through model-based engineering of supervisory control structures.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

1999-01-01 — 2015-01-01

Eindhoven University of Technology • Eindhoven, Netherlands

Worked in the section Analysis Design Systems (OAS) and later in Systems Engineering (SE).

Associate Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

Eindhoven University of Technology • Eindhoven, Netherlands

Current position in the Department of Mechanical Engineering specializing in supervisory controllers and model-based systems engineering.

Awards

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Senior Member

Requirements for Eindhoven University of Technology

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.4
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:65
Reading
Required:65
Writing
Required:65
Speaking
Required:65
Overall
Required:70
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering or science discipline Specific subject knowledge related to the chosen program (e.g., Calculus, Linear Algebra) Maximum 15 ECTS deficiency for international applicants
Application Checklist
  • Certified copy of Bachelor's degree and transcript
  • Authenticated English/Dutch translation of documents
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Motivation Letter
  • Two letters of reference
  • Summary of Bachelor thesis/dissertation
  • Concise course descriptions of relevant subjects
  • Copy of passport
  • Proof of payment of application fee (EUR 100)
Specialization Notes

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