Donglai Xu

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Donglai Xu is a rising researcher in marine engineering and underwater robotics, with a focus on designing intelligent systems for dredging, cleaning, and tunnel construction. His work centers on optimizing the performance of underwater machines through advanced computational modeling and experimental design. In his highly cited 2024 study, Xu introduced a novel winch suction underwater dredging robot, using orthogonal experimental design to significantly enhance dredging efficiency—a critical contribution to water ecosystem management and storage system maintenance. He further advanced the field by developing a CFD-DEM model for an underwater crushing unit (2023), targeting marine biofouling on ships and dams, and applying the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) for performance optimization. Xu also explored the kinematics of a TBM shotcrete robot using the D–H parameter method (2024), supporting automated tunnel wall reinforcement. With each of his top papers garnering 3–4 citations in under two years, Xu’s work demonstrates immediate relevance to practical engineering challenges. His interdisciplinary approach—merging robotics, fluid dynamics, and structural analysis—positions him as an innovator in underwater automation and infrastructure maintenance.