Researcher Assistant, Tianjin University China
Jiale Li, born in March 1997 in Handan, Hebei, is a Hydraulic Engineering researcher and innovator. He is completing a Direct-Entry Ph.D. at Tianjin University (2019–2024) and earned a Bachelor’s in Hydraulic Engineering from Lanzhou University of Technology (2015–2019). His expertise lies in offshore wind power, focusing on innovative equipment design, hydrodynamic characteristics of floating structures, and scour protection of wind power foundations. With 10 published papers, including 7 SCI-class A articles, and 9 authorized patents, he actively contributes to advancing renewable energy solutions. Jiale is a recipient of several academic accolades, including the “Young Talent” award.
Professional Profile
Education
Ph.D. in Hydraulic Engineering (Tianjin University, 2019–2024): Researching offshore wind power, focusing on innovative equipment design and scour protection. Bachelor’s in Hydraulic Engineering (Lanzhou University of Technology, 2015–2019): Specialized in water conservancy and renewable energy foundations. Skills: Proficient in Abaqus, Ansys, Sesam, MATLAB, and Origin. Fluent in English (CET-6 certified).
Experience
Ph.D. Researcher, Tianjin University (2019–2024): Conducted R&D in offshore wind turbine foundations, hydrodynamic analysis, and structural monitoring systems. Project Contributor: Participated in multiple national offshore wind power projects, including designs for Zhuhai Guishan Wind Farm and Fujian Deep-Sea Area technologies. Reviewer: Served as an academic reviewer for Ocean Engineering and other top journals.
Award and Honor
Young Talent Award, China Energy Research Society (2025). Outstanding Doctoral Dissertation, Tianjin University (2024). National Scholarship for Doctoral Students (2023). Zhang Guangdou Outstanding Student Scholarship (2022). 8th “Top 10 Future Water Conservancy Stars” Award, National Water Conservancy Universities (2018).
Research Focus
Offshore Wind Power: Developing innovative floating platforms and cylindrical foundations. Hydrodynamic Analysis: Enhancing stability and efficiency of offshore structures. Scour Protection: Investigating safety and performance of wind turbine foundations. Interdisciplinary Solutions: Integrating wind, solar, and fisheries for sustainable marine resource
Publications Top Noted
- Title: Experimental study on current-induced local scour and pre-embedded protective measures of multi-bucket jacket foundation for offshore wind turbines
Year: 2025
Authors: Jiale Li, Jijian Lian, Yaohua Guo, Xiaofeng Dong, Yang Gao
Citation: Coastal Engineering, DOI: 10.1016/j.coastaleng.2025.104703
- Title: Concept design and floating installation method study of multi-bucket foundation floating platform for offshore wind turbines
Year: 2024
Authors: Jiale Li, Jijian Lian, Yaohua Guo, Haijun Wang
Citation: Marine Structures, DOI: 10.1016/j.marstruc.2023.103541
- Title: Seismic response and liquefaction characteristics of wide and shallow multi-bucket jacket foundation under scour conditions
Year: 2023
Authors: Jiale Li, Jijian Lian, Yaohua Guo, Haijun Wang
Citation: Ocean Engineering, DOI: 10.1016/j.oceaneng.2023.115816
- Title: Mechanisms, assessments, countermeasures, and prospects for offshore wind turbine foundation scour research
Year: 2023
Authors: Jiale Li, Yaohua Guo, Jijian Lian, Haijun Wang
Citation: Ocean Engineering, DOI: 10.1016/j.oceaneng.2023.114893
- Title: Numerical study of the local scour characteristics of bottom-supported installation platforms during the installation of a monopile
Year: 2023
Authors: Jiale Li, Jijian Lian, Haijun Wang, Yaohua Guo, Sha Liu, Yutong Zhang, FengWu Zhang
Citation: Ships and Offshore Structures, DOI: 10.1080/17445302.2023.2243700
- Title: Scour effects on the bearing capacity of multi-bucket jacket foundation for offshore wind turbines
Year: 2022
Authors: Jiale Li
Citation: Ocean Engineering, DOI: 10.1016/j.oceaneng.2022.111848
- Title: Numerical study on local scour characteristics of multi-bucket jacket foundation considering exposed height
Year: 2022
Authors: Jiale Li
Citation: Applied Ocean Research, DOI: 10.1016/j.apor.2022.103092
- Title: Numerical study on scour protection effect of monopile foundation based on disturbance structure
Year: 2022
Authors: Jiale Li, Jijian Lian, Yaohua Guo, Haijun Wang, Xu Yang
Citation: Ocean Engineering, DOI: 10.1016/j.oceaneng.2022.110856