Currently serves as Director of the System Planning and Track Technology Research Office at the Maglev Center. Born in October 1977. Has long been engaged in research on maglev track structure development, maglev train-track interaction, intelligent operation and maintenance of maglev track systems, and environmental compatibility of maglev systems. In recent years, he has produced a series of research outcomes in beam development, track structure technical standards, track irregularities, and intelligent maintenance, publishing over 30 related papers. He holds more than 10 invention patents, served as chief editor for the track structure chapter of the High-Speed Maglev Transportation Design Standards, contributed to multiple technical standards, and co-authored one monograph. In the field of maglev, he has led multiple research projects under the National 863 Program during the 10th Five-Year Plan period, National Science and Technology Support Programs during the 11th and 12th Five-Year Plan periods, and National Key R&D Programs during the 13th and 14th Five-Year Plan periods. His research findings have provided the theoretical foundation and technical support for the development of high-speed maglev track systems, exerting significant influence within the global engineering community.
Education
In 2004, Tongji University, Ph.D. in Bridge and Tunnel Engineering. Advisor: Gu Ming
In 2000, Tongji University, Master's degree in Bridge and Tunnel Engineering. Advisor: Gu Ming
In 1997, Nanjing University of Science and Technology with a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
Experience
2003.3-2012.9, Senior Engineer at Shanghai Maglev Transportation Development Co., Ltd. and Shanghai Maglev Transportation Engineering Technology Research Center;
2012.10-2024.8, Associate Researcher and Deputy Director of the Line Track and Engineering Consulting Research Office at Tongji University Maglev Transportation Engineering R&D Center;
2024.9–Present, Associate Researcher and Director of the System Planning and Track Technology Research Office at the Maglev Transportation Engineering R&D Center, School of Transportation Engineering, Tongji University.
Research interests
(1) Led the development of a series of high-speed maglev track girders, including composite girders, integrated girders, and bridge-mounted girders. Prototyped one full-scale integrated girder, optimizing the steel functional components and connectors of the original composite girder into integrated cast concrete functional zones. This girder was successfully deployed in 2008 on the Shanghai maglev line's highest-speed section (430 km/h) and remains in operation to this day.
(2) Led the development of a fully domestically produced onboard track profile detection and analysis system for high-speed maglev trains. Developed software for long-wave irregularities analysis based on the inertial reference method and for compiling track girder adjustment plans. First proposed the track irregularity spectrum for high-speed maglev. Based on 15 years of data from the Shanghai line, established a seven-parameter track irregularity spectrum for both the stator and guide surfaces. This spectrum can evaluate maglev track quality and degradation patterns, filling a gap in domestic and international research.
(3) Led the establishment of an intelligent monitoring platform for high-speed maglev track structures, enabling comprehensive detection, monitoring, and evaluation of track performance during service. Developed an integrated technical surveillance system for maglev lines under external construction impacts, ensuring 24/7 normal operation of the Shanghai maglev line infrastructure for 22 years since its completion.
(4) Representing the National Maglev Center, led the compilation of the “Track Structure” chapter in the High-Speed Maglev Transportation Design Standards. This chapter defines key indicators including design methodologies, load values, control conditions, and geometric tolerance limits for high-speed maglev track structures, establishing the most comprehensive structural design standard in China's maglev field.
(5) Co-authored the monograph “Structure of Conventionally Conducted High-Speed Maglev Tracks,” contributing 180,000 words (total 390,000 words) as the second author. This pioneering work in China comprehensively details technologies for selecting, designing, constructing, and maintaining high-speed maglev track structures, serving as a vital reference for technical personnel both within and outside the industry.
Honors & Awards
2021 Outstanding Party Affairs Worker, Tongji University
2023 Huaxia Construction Science and Technology Award, Second Prize (Rank 7)
2024 Shanghai Civil Engineering Society Science and Technology Progress Award, Second Prize (Rank 3)
2025 Shanghai Transportation Engineering Society Science and Technology Award, Special Prize (Rank 4)