Dr. Wengang Mao

Professor

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Biography

Wengang Mao conducts research contributing to shipping energy efficiency and safety. His research areas include machine learning and artificial intelligence in digitalization of ship performance response modeling, ship weather routing and voyage optimization for energy-efficient shipping, autonomous shipping focusing on routing planning and optimal control, and statistical modeling of hydrodynamic loads addressing fatigue safety and wind/wave conditions. He serves as a deputy editor for the journal Ocean Engineering and is an associate editor for Results Engineering and the Journal of Ocean Engineering Science.

Research Interests

Machine Learning Artificial Intelligence Digitalization of Ship Performance Ship Weather Routing Voyage Optimization Autonomous Shipping Statistical Modeling of Hydrodynamic Loads

Experience

Professor

2018-01-01 — Present

Chalmers University of Technology • Göteborg, Sweden

Leading research in marine technology with a focus on enhancing energy efficiency in shipping.

Requirements for Chalmers University of Technology

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Writing
Required:20
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:62
Reading
Required:62
Writing
Required:62
Speaking
Required:62
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field of Engineering, Science, or Architecture Minimum 180 ECTS credits Specific course prerequisites in Mathematics (Linear Algebra, Multivariable Analysis, Statistics) Specific course prerequisites in Physics or Chemistry depending on program
Application Checklist
  • Certificates and diplomas from previous university studies
  • Transcripts of completed courses and grades
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Proof that you meet the specific entry requirements
  • Copy of passport or ID
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letter of Motivation (1 page)
  • Project portfolio (required for Architecture and Design programs)
Specialization Notes

General requirements apply to all departments listed at Chalmers. Specific departments like Architecture require a portfolio. Programs in Management/Economics do not strictly require GMAT/GRE but high academic standing is prioritized.