Dr. Ran Dai

Professor

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Biography

Ran Dai is a professor in the School of Aeronautics and Astronautics at Purdue University. His research focuses on control of autonomous systems, numerical optimization, and networked dynamical systems. His group has developed real-time optimal control algorithms for decision-making and path planning in autonomous systems, particularly emphasizing unmanned ground and aerial vehicles. His work contributes to advancing the field of autonomous systems by improving their operational efficiency and decision-making capabilities.

Research Interests

Control of Autonomous Systems Numerical Optimization Networked Dynamical Systems

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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  • Resume
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  • CS Supplementary Form
Specialization Notes

GRE is not required.