Summary
Dr. Manfu Zhu is a dedicated researcher specializing in autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs), surface/interface science, and superlubricity technology. Her groundbreaking contributions aim to enhance AUV performance and marine propeller efficiency through innovative technologies. She has earned over 40 prestigious awards, including the Shell ECO-Marathon runner-up (2018) and the Science & Technology Excellent Award (2023).
Education
- Ph.D. in Engineering, Tsinghua University (2024)
- Bachelor’s Degree, Beijing Institute of Technology (2019)
Professional Experience
Dr. Zhu has developed a unified criterion for evaluating AUV range performance and conducted extensive research on slip effects in hydrodynamics. Her work has provided valuable insights into optimizing marine propeller and AUV designs for next-generation technologies.
Research Interests
- Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs)
- Surface and Interface Science
- Superlubricity Technology