The following is a list of major research grants received by staff members in the Department since 2003. The amounts are in Hong Kong Dollars unless otherwise specified.
|
Principle Investigator |
Project Title |
Amount |
|
J. Huang |
Global robust output regulation for a class of multi-input multi-output uncertain nonlinear systems with unknown exosystems and its applications |
$905,425 |
|
W.H. Liao |
Magnetic Resonance Elastography on Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus Using Piezoelectric Actuator |
$700,000 |
|
Y.H Liu |
Fast Localization of Robots Using a Vision-Based Adaptive Estimator |
$905,425 |
|
J. Wang |
Neurodynamic Approaches to Constrained Optimization with Generalized-Convex and Multiple-Objective Functions |
$905,425 |
|
Y.S. Xu |
Tree climbing robot: design and navigation |
$700,000 |
|
Y. Yam |
Computational-based Control System Design via Gain-augmented Tensor Product Polytopic Model Structure and LMI Validation |
$505,000 |
|
D.Y. Xu |
Thermal Transport in Antimonide-based Nanocomposites for Thermoelectrics |
$550,000 |
|
F.T. Mak |
Theoretical Modeling of the Development of Deep Tissue Injuries: Damage Accumulation and Repair during Loading-Unloading Episodes |
$700,000 |
|
J. Huang |
Global adaptive robust stabilization for nonlinear systems with integral ISS Inverse dynamics and its applications |
$1,003,200 |
|
Y.H Liu |
Passivity-based Force Control of Medical Robots Interacting with Soft Tissues |
$681,195 |
|
J. Wang |
Analysis and Design of Memristive Neurodynamic Systems |
$470,427 |
|
J. Huang |
PE condition, parameter convergence, and stability anslysis of a class of nonlinear adaptive control systems |
$522,000 |
|
W. H. Liao |
Magnetorheological Actuator with Multiple Functions |
$576,000 |
|
Y.H Liu |
Adaptive Visual Servoing of Unmanned Water Surface Robots |
$1,224,000 |
|
J. Huang |
Global Robust Servomechanism Design for Nonlinear Systems by Output Feedback Control |
$793,500 |
|
W. H. Liao |
Energy Harvesting from Vibration Using Piezoelectric Materials |
$763,250 |
|
Charlie C. L. Wang |
Robust and Parallel Reconstruction of Sharp Feature Preserved Mesh Surface from Unoriented Noisy Points |
$683,100 |
|
J. Wang |
Analysis and Design of Model Predictive Control Based on Recurrent Neural Networks |
$541,690 |
|
Michael Y. Wang |
Structural Topology Optimization with Radial Basis Function Based Level Set Method: Moving Knots and Partition of Unity Techniques |
$1,068,350 |
|
R. X. Du |
A New Technology for Die-less Sheet Metal Stamping |
$324,485 |
|
J. Huang |
A Class of Generalized Internal Models and Its Applications |
$537,990 |
|
K. C. Hui |
Constraint based axial model for complex shape design |
$724,914 |
|
Tom C. Kong |
On-System Form Measurement Method for Rotary Ultra Precision Machining |
$355,294 |
|
W. H. Liao |
Self-Powered, Self-Sensing Magnetorheological Dampers |
$384,550 |
Charlie C. L. Wang |
GPU Based Solid Modeler for Complex Objects |
$768,927 |
J. Wang |
Analysis and Design of Associative Memories Based on Recurrent Neural Networks |
$326,418 |
Michael Y. Wang |
An Elasto-Kinematic Approach to Designing Continuum Compliant Mechanisms |
$779,283 |
Y. Yam |
Automating Knife-Edge Test for Quantitative Surface Deformation Evaluation of Large |
$358,660 |
|
J. Huang |
Adaptive Robust Control for a Class of Uncertain Nonlinear Systems and its Application to Spacecraft Control |
$895,980 |
|
Tom C. Kong |
Design an Ultra Precision Machine for Aspheric Optics |
$569,800 |
|
W.H.Liao |
Nanotube Composites for Vibration Damping and Control |
$500,500 |
|
Y. H. Liu |
Vision-Based Flying Control of Small Autonomous Helicopters |
$1,086,040 |
|
Charlie C.L.Wang |
Retrieval of Structural Parametric Surfaces from Implicitly Represented Multi-material Models |
$418,000 |
Michael Y. Wang |
Passive Compliant Assembly of Hybrid MEMS |
$897,600 |
Y. Yam |
Development of Kinetics-Based Mathematcial Models for Axon Conductance |
$418,000 |
|
J. Huang |
Theory of Input-to-State Stability with Restrictions for Time-Varying Nonlinear Systems and its Applications |
$356,000 |
|
K. C. Hui |
Axial Representation of Objects for Feature Based Freeform Design |
$528,000 |
|
Wen J. Li |
Fabrication of CMOS-Integrated Carbon Nanotube Sensors by DEP and Nano-Spotting Technologies |
$1,204,500 |
|
Y. H. Liu |
Dynamic Tracking of Objects in 3-D General Motion Using a Robotic Hand-eye System |
$556,500 |
|
Michael Y. Wang |
Precision Fiber-Optic Align and Attach Techniques for Photonics Manufacturing Automation |
$534,000 |
|
Y. Yam |
Footprint Acquisition and Modeling of Brush-Pen for Chinese Painting and Calligraphy |
$356,000 |
|
Z. Y. Yao |
Research on Spiral Curves in Path Planning |
$504,000 |
|
J. Huang |
Small Gain Theory Based Robust Input-to-State Stabilization of Nonlinear Systems with Time-variant Uncertainties |
$538,836 |
|
K. C. Hui |
Design Automation of Customized Freeform Object |
$525,852 |
|
Y. H. Liu |
Modeling and Control of Mobile Robots for Active Sensor Networks |
$359,224 |
|
Michael Y. Wang |
Design and Optimization of Heterogeneous Objects Using Multi-Phase Level-Set Models and Topological Derivatives |
$705,464 |
|
Y. S. Xu |
Driver Behavior-Based Car Key |
$538,836 |
|
C. K. Chung |
Calibration of Active Camera Network |
$371,394 |
|
R. X. Du |
Design an Energy Efficient Controllable Mechanical Metal Forming Press |
$390,651 |
|
J. Huang |
Nonlinear Internal Model and the Robust Nonlinear Servomechanism Problem |
$506,477 |
|
K. C. Hui |
Muscle Based Character Design |
$337,631 |
|
W. J. Li |
Fabrication of Carbon Nanotube Sensor Arrays Using Robotic Micro-injection and Di-electrophoretic Manipulation |
$413,980 |
|
W. H. Liao |
Precision Positioning of Hard Disk Drives Using Piezoelectric Elements |
$337,631 |
|
Y. H. Liu |
3D Stereoscopic Augmented Reality System for Nano-assembly and Nano-experimentation using Atomic Force Microscopy |
$506,447 |
|
J. Wang |
Sequential Blind Source Extraction from Instantaneous and Convolutive Mixtures for III-conditioned Mixing Channels |
$337,631 |
|
Michael Y. Wang |
Analysis and Planning of Passive Force Closures in Fixturing and Power-grasping |
$506,447 |
|
Y. S. Xu |
Intelligent Shoes for Human Monitoring, Identification and Localization |
$662,537 |
|
J. Huang |
Global Robust Output Regulation in Nonlinear Systems by Adaptive Control |
$565,723 |
|
Wen J. Li |
Nanofixture-Enabled Robotic Assembly of Nanodevices |
$740,329 |
|
Y. H. Liu |
Adaptive Visual Servoing of Robots in Un-Calibrated Environments |
$565,723 |
|
J. Wang |
Analysis and Design of Recurrent Neural Networks for Dynamic Optimization Subject to Nonlinear Constraints and Their Engineering Applications |
$565,723 |
|
Michael Y. Wang |
Structural Shape and Topology Optimization Using Level Set Methods |
$636,439 |
|
Y. S. Xu |
Modelling and Analysis of Human Actions for Surveillance |
$740,329 |
|
Y. Yam |
Synthesis of Stabilizing Controller for a Class of Nonlinear System Via Grid Point Design, Fuzzy Structuring, and High Dimensional Singular Value Decomposition |
$377,149 |
Note:
ITF: Support from ITC
Ind: Support from Sponsors
|
Project Coordinator |
Grant |
Project Title |
Amount |
|
C.L. Wang |
Innovation and Technology Support Programme |
Technology Development and Application for Solid Modeling by Layered Depth-normal Images in High Resolution |
$949,900 |
|
Y.S. Xu |
Innovation and Technology Support Programme - Guangdong-Hong Kong Technology Cooperation |
Development of Key Technologies and Industrial Demonstration of Service Robots |
$4,979,310 |
|
Y.H. Liu |
Innovation and Technology Support Programme |
Development of a Robotic System for Nasal Surgery |
$867,846 |
|
W.H. Liao |
Innovation and Technology Support Programme |
Smart Assistive Knee Braces Utilizing Magnetorheological Fluids |
$994, 554 |
|
Y.H. Liu |
Innovation and Technology Support Programme |
Hand-in-Hand: Feel Your Touch over Internet |
$1,099,538 |
|
Y.S. Xu |
Innovation and Technology Support Programme - Guangdong-Hong Kong Technology Cooperation |
Robot Assisted Manufacturing Automation System |
$5,603,050 |
|
Y. Yam |
Innovation and Technology Support Programme |
Technology Development for Design and Fabrication of Selected Free-form Optical Elements |
$3,780,000 |
|
K.C.Hui |
Innovation and Technology Support Programme – Normal Tranche (Tier 3) |
Interactive 3D Traffic Noise Model Construction System |
$941,000 (ITF) |
|
W. H. Liao |
Innovation and Technology Support Programme – Normal Tranche (Tier 3) |
Development of Tracking and Focusing Actuators for Optical Pickup Devices |
$1,000,000 (ITC) |
|
Y. S. Xu |
Innovation and Technology Support Programme |
Developing of the 14V Idling Stop/Start System |
$3,040,572 (ITC) |
|
Y. S. Xu |
Innovation and Technology Support Programme |
Vehicle Safety Enhancement System Based on Wireless Communication |
$1,994,968 (ITF) |
|
Y. Yam |
Innovation and Technology Support Programme |
Development of a Magnetorheological Fluid-Assistive Machine for Making Aspherical Lenses |
$999,350 (ITF) |
|
K.C.Hui |
Innovation and Technology Support Programme – Normal Tranche (Tier 3) |
Noise Simulation in Virtual Environment for Urban Design and Planning |
$777,400 (ITF) |
|
W. H. Liao |
Innovation and Technology Support Programme |
Piezoelectric Actuators with Passive Damping for Precision Positioning Devices |
$1,000,000 (ITF) |
|
Y. H. Liu |
Innovation and Technology Support Programme |
Internet Robotics Innovation Park |
$2,599,966 (ITF) |
|
Charlie C.L.Wang |
Innovation and Technology Support Programme – Normal Tranche (Tier 3) |
Technology Development and Application for Geometric Modeling of Developable Freeform Surfaces |
$1,037,425 (ITF) |
|
Wen J. Li |
Innovation and Technology Support Programme |
Development of Ultra-Low-Power Alcohol Vapor Sensors Based on Functionalized CNT Sensing Elements |
$871,700 (ITF) |
|
Wen J. Li |
Innovation and Technology Support Programme – Guangdong-Hong Kong Technology Cooperation Funding Scheme (Platform Research Scheme) |
Development of MEMS-Based μIMU for Life-Saving Applications |
$2,212,025 (ITF) |
|
Y. Yam |
Innovation and Technology Support Programme |
Technology Development and Application for Making Near Meter-Range Telescope Mirrors |
$949,900 (ITF) |
|
R.X. Du |
Innovation and Technology Support Programme |
Develop Technologies and Facilities to Design and Build Mechanical Watch Movement |
$54,000,000 (ITF) |
|
Michael Y. Wang |
University-Industry Collaboration Programme - Matching Grant for Joint Research |
Structural Optimization for High Dynamic Performance in Electronics Manufacturing Equipment |
$990,000 (ITF) |
|
Y.S. Xu |
Innovation and Technology Support Programme - Guangdong-Hong Kong Technology Cooperation Scheme |
Intelligent Omni-Directional Hybrid Electric Vehicle |
$11,414,500 (ITF) |
|
R. X. Du |
Innovation and Technology Support Programme - Guangdong-Kong Kong Technology Corporation Funding Scheme |
Design and Build the Next Generation Energy Efficient Controllable Mechanical Metal Forming Presses |
$4,000,000 (ITF) |
|
W. J. Li |
University-Industry Collaboration Programme-Matching Grant for Joint Research |
A Ubiquitous Digital Writing System |
$1,883,000 (ITF) |
|
R. X. Du |
University-Industry Collaboration Programme - Matching Grant for Joint Research |
Develop a New Air-Conditioning System Based on Ultrasonic Actuation and RMZ Heating |
$2,025,000 (ITF) |
|
K. C. Hui |
Innovation and Technology Support Programme |
Enabling Tools for the Design and Development of Chinese Style Game Characters, Sceneries and Effects |
$1,600,000 (ITF) |
|
Y. S. Xu |
University-Industry Collaboration Programme- Matching Grant for Joint Research |
Development and Technology Transfer of Intelligent Electronics Toys |
$986,500 (ITF) |
|
Principle Investigator |
Project Title |
Amount |
|
Y. H. Liu |
Internet-based Education for Design and Innovation |
$1,760,000 |
|
Y. H. Liu |
Innovative Technology Education via Internet-based Robotics Competition |
$2,000,000 |
