Dr. Xiao Chen

Professor

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Biography

Xiao Chen is the Head of Section for Structural Virtual Testing and Digitalization at the Technical University of Denmark. His research interests include advanced testing, high-performance modeling, and large-scale composite structures, with a focus on offshore steel structures and structural integrity digitalization. He specializes in areas encompassing nonlinear buckling, fracture, fatigue, and complex extreme load conditions, as well as smart structural health monitoring and digital twins utilizing Industry 4.0 technologies. In addition to his research endeavors, Xiao Chen is a committee member with several international scientific technical organizations, including the International Ship Offshore Structures Congress and the Villum Center for Advanced Structural Material Testing. His work as a Project Director involves significant projects aimed at improving the reliability and inspection of offshore wind turbine blades and autonomous drone inspections for the energy industry. Xiao holds a doctorate in Engineering from Nagoya University and has previously held positions at the Chinese Academy of Sciences and the University of Houston. He is actively involved in projects that align with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, contributing to innovations in renewable energy technology.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Researcher

2019-01-01 — Present

Technical University of Denmark • Roskilde

Conducting research in structural virtual testing and digitalization.

Researcher

2017-01-01 — 2018-12-31

Technical University of Denmark • Roskilde

Engaged in advanced materials testing research.

Associate Professor

2016-01-01 — 2017-12-31

Chinese Academy of Sciences •

Focused on structural integrity and composite materials.

Assistant Professor

2013-01-01 — 2015-12-31

Chinese Academy of Sciences •

Involved in teaching and research in material sciences.

Postdoctoral Research Fellow

2012-01-01 — 2013-12-31

University of Houston •

Researching advanced structural materials and testing methodologies.

Awards

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Presentation Award

2022-01-01

Requirements for Technical University of Denmark

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:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:88
Prerequisites
Bachelor of Science in Engineering or equivalent Strong background in Mathematics and Physics
Application Checklist
  • Official Bachelor's degree diploma
  • Official transcripts of records
  • Statement of purpose
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Documentation of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
Specialization Notes

This requirement applies generally across Technical University of Denmark (DTU) MSc programs including Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, and Engineering disciplines. Specific prerequisites vary by department/curriculum.