Associate Professor at Central South University of Forestry and Technology, China
Dr. Xinran Dong is a dedicated researcher and educator at the College of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, Central South University of Forestry and Technology. He holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Central South University, specializing in ultrafast laser micro/nano manufacturing and fiber optic sensors. As the principal investigator of multiple NSFC-funded projects, his work focuses on high-performance sensing technologies. Dr. Dong has published in top-tier journals and received several honors, including Excellent Doctoral Dissertation and National Scholarships. With a strong interdisciplinary approach and commitment to innovation, he continues to make significant contributions to optical sensing and laser fabrication technologies.
📚Professional Experience
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🎓Academic Background
Dr. Xinran Dong has a strong academic foundation in mechanical engineering, beginning with a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanism Manufacturing and Automatization from Tianjin RenAi College in 2012. He earned his Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from Central South University in 2015 under the supervision of Professor Xiaoyan Sun. He continued at the same university to complete his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering in 2019, guided by Professor Ji’an Duan. Throughout his academic journey, Dr. Dong developed expertise in ultrafast laser micro/nano fabrication and sensor technology, laying a solid groundwork for his future research and scientific achievements in optical sensing.
💼Professional Experience
Since September 2019, Dr. Xinran Dong has been serving as a faculty member at the College of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, Central South University of Forestry and Technology. He leads and contributes to several national and provincial research projects, including those funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China. His primary research focuses on high-performance fiber Bragg grating (FBG) sensors and femtosecond laser fabrication techniques. Dr. Dong has demonstrated strong capabilities in interdisciplinary collaboration and project leadership. His professional experience reflects a commitment to advancing sensor technology and optical device manufacturing through innovative research and academic excellence.
🏆Awards and Honors
Dr. Xinran Dong has received multiple prestigious awards in recognition of his academic excellence and research contributions. He was honored with the Excellent Master’s Thesis Award of Hunan Province in 2016 and received the National Scholarship and BYD Scholarship in 2017 for outstanding performance. In 2020, his doctoral work earned him the Excellent Doctoral Dissertation Award from Central South University. Additionally, in 2021, he contributed to a National First-Class Undergraduate Course on Mechanical Drawing. These accolades reflect his dedication to high-quality research, innovative thinking, and impactful teaching in the field of mechanical engineering and laser-based sensor technology.
🔬Research Focus
Dr. Xinran Dong’s research centers on ultrafast laser micro/nano manufacturing and the development of advanced optical sensors, particularly fiber Bragg grating (FBG) sensors. His work explores innovative fabrication methods using femtosecond lasers to create high-performance sensing devices capable of operating under extreme conditions such as high temperature and strain. He also engages in cross-disciplinary studies that integrate material science, photonics, and mechanical engineering. With experience in optical system design, material characterization, and simulation tools like COMSOL, Dr. Dong aims to develop next-generation sensor technologies with applications in structural health monitoring, aerospace, and environmental sensing systems.
📋Publication Top Notes
A robust high refractive index sensitivity fiber Mach-Zehnder interferometer fabricated by femtosecond laser machining and chemical etching
📅 Year: 2015
Femtosecond laser fabrication of long period fiber gratings by a transversal-scanning inscription method and the research of its orientational bending characteristics
📅 Year: 2015
Microcavity Mach–Zehnder interferometer sensors for refractive index sensing
📅 Year: 2016
Highly sensitive torsion sensor based on long period fiber grating fabricated by femtosecond laser pulses
📅 Year: 2017
High temperature-sensitivity sensor based on long period fiber grating inscribed with femtosecond laser transversal-scanning method
📅 Year: 2017
Temperature sensitivity enhancement of platinum-nanoparticle-coated long period fiber gratings fabricated by femtosecond laser
📅 Year: 2017
A novel strain sensor with large measurement range based on all fiber Mach-Zehnder interferometer
📅 Year: 2018
Simultaneous strain and temperature sensor based on a fiber Mach-Zehnder interferometer coated with Pt by iron sputtering technology
📅 Year: 2018
🏷️Conclusion
Dr. Xinran Dong is highly suitable for the Best Researcher Award, demonstrating exceptional academic and research credentials. With a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Central South University and expertise in ultrafast laser micro/nano manufacturing and fiber optic sensors, he has led multiple nationally funded projects as Principal Investigator and contributed significantly to high-impact interdisciplinary research. His publication record in leading journals, combined with prestigious honors such as the Excellent Doctoral Dissertation Award and National Scholarships, underscores his academic excellence. Dr. Dong’s work has real-world impact in healthcare, aerospace, and smart manufacturing, reflecting both innovation and leadership in scientific advancement.