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Research Grants
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.
RGC General Research Fund (GRF)
- 2008-2009
- 2007-2008
- 2006-2007
- 2005-2006
- 2004-2005
- 2003-2004
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2008-2009 |
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Principle Investigator |
Project Title |
Amount |
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R. X. Du |
A New Technology for Die-less Sheet Metal Stamping |
$324,485 |
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J. Huang |
A Class of Generalized Internal Models and Its Applications |
$537,990 |
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K. C. Hui |
Constraint based axial model for complex shape design |
$724,914 |
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Tom C. Kong |
On-System Form Measurement Method for Rotary Ultra Precision Machining |
$355,294 |
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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 |
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2007-2008 |
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Principle Investigator |
Project Title |
Amount |
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J. Huang |
Adaptive Robust Control for a Class of Uncertain Nonlinear Systems and its Application to Spacecraft Control |
$895,980 |
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Tom C. Kong |
Design an Ultra Precision Machine for Aspheric Optics |
$569,800 |
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W.H.Liao |
Nanotube Composites for Vibration Damping and Control |
$500,500 |
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Y. H. Liu |
Vision-Based Flying Control of Small Autonomous Helicopters |
$1,086,040 |
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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 |
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2006-2007 |
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Principle Investigator |
Project Title |
Amount |
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J. Huang |
Theory of Input-to-State Stability with Restrictions for Time-Varying Nonlinear Systems and its Applications |
$356,000 |
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K. C. Hui |
Axial Representation of Objects for Feature Based Freeform Design |
$528,000 |
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Wen J. Li |
Fabrication of CMOS-Integrated Carbon Nanotube Sensors by DEP and Nano-Spotting Technologies |
$1,204,500 |
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Y. H. Liu |
Dynamic Tracking of Objects in 3-D General Motion Using a Robotic Hand-eye System |
$556,500 |
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Michael Y. Wang |
Precision Fiber-Optic Align and Attach Techniques for Photonics Manufacturing Automation |
$534,000 |
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Y. Yam |
Footprint Acquisition and Modeling of Brush-Pen for Chinese Painting and Calligraphy |
$356,000 |
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Z. Y. Yao |
Research on Spiral Curves in Path Planning |
$504,000 |
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2005-2006 |
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Principle Investigator |
Project Title |
Amount |
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J. Huang |
Small Gain Theory Based Robust Input-to-State Stabilization of Nonlinear Systems with Time-variant Uncertainties |
$538,836 |
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K. C. Hui |
Design Automation of Customized Freeform Object |
$525,852 |
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Y. H. Liu |
Modeling and Control of Mobile Robots for Active Sensor Networks |
$359,224 |
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Michael Y. Wang |
Design and Optimization of Heterogeneous Objects Using Multi-Phase Level-Set Models and Topological Derivatives |
$705,464 |
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Y. S. Xu |
Driver Behavior-Based Car Key |
$538,836 |
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2004-2005 |
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Principle Investigator |
Project Title |
Amount |
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C. K. Chung |
Calibration of Active Camera Network |
$371,394 |
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R. X. Du |
Design an Energy Efficient Controllable Mechanical Metal Forming Press |
$390,651 |
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J. Huang |
Nonlinear Internal Model and the Robust Nonlinear Servomechanism Problem |
$506,477 |
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K. C. Hui |
Muscle Based Character Design |
$337,631 |
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W. J. Li |
Fabrication of Carbon Nanotube Sensor Arrays Using Robotic Micro-injection and Di-electrophoretic Manipulation |
$413,980 |
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W. H. Liao |
Precision Positioning of Hard Disk Drives Using Piezoelectric Elements |
$337,631 |
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Y. H. Liu |
3D Stereoscopic Augmented Reality System for Nano-assembly and Nano-experimentation using Atomic Force Microscopy |
$506,447 |
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J. Wang |
Sequential Blind Source Extraction from Instantaneous and Convolutive Mixtures for III-conditioned Mixing Channels |
$337,631 |
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Michael Y. Wang |
Analysis and Planning of Passive Force Closures in Fixturing and Power-grasping |
$506,447 |
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Y. S. Xu |
Intelligent Shoes for Human Monitoring, Identification and Localization |
$662,537 |
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2003-04 |
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Principle Investigator |
Project Title |
Amount |
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J. Huang |
Global Robust Output Regulation in Nonlinear Systems by Adaptive Control |
$565,723 |
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Wen J. Li |
Nanofixture-Enabled Robotic Assembly of Nanodevices |
$740,329 |
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Y. H. Liu |
Adaptive Visual Servoing of Robots in Un-Calibrated Environments |
$565,723 |
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J. Wang |
Analysis and Design of Recurrent Neural Networks for Dynamic Optimization Subject to Nonlinear Constraints and Their Engineering Applications |
$565,723 |
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Michael Y. Wang |
Structural Shape and Topology Optimization Using Level Set Methods |
$636,439 |
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Y. S. Xu |
Modelling and Analysis of Human Actions for Surveillance |
$740,329 |
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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 |
Innovation and Technology Fund
Note:
ITF: Support from ITC
Ind: Support from Sponsors
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2007-2008
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Project Coordinator
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Grant
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Project Title
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Amount
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K.C.Hui
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Innovation and Technology Support Programme
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Noise Simulation in Virtual Environment for Urban Design and Planning
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$777,400 (ITF)
$100,000 (Ind)
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W. H. Liao
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Innovation and Technology Support Programme
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Piezoelectric Actuators with Passive Damping for Precision Positioning Devices
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$1,000,000 (ITF)
N/A (Ind)
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Y. H. Liu
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Innovation and Technology Support Programme
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Internet Robotics Innovation Park
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$2,599,966 (ITF)
$400,000 (Ind)
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Charlie C.L.Wang
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Innovation and Technology Support Programme
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Technology Development and Application for Geometric Modeling of Developable Freeform Surfaces
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$1,037,425 (ITF)
$190,000 (Ind)
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2006-2007
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Project Coordinator
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Grant
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Project Title
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Amount
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Wen J. Li
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Innovation and Technology Support Programme
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Development of Ultra-Low-Power Alcohol Vapor Sensors Based on Functionalized CNT Sensing Elements
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$871,700 (ITF)
$150,000 (Ind)
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Y. Yam
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Innovation and Technology Support Programme
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Technology Development and Application for Making Near Meter-Range Telescope Mirrors
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$949,900 (ITF)
$500,000 (Ind)
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2005-2006
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Project Coordinator
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Grant
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Project Title
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Amount
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R.X. Du
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Innovation and Technology Support Programme
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Develop Technologies and Facilities to Design and Build Mechanical Watch Movement
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$54,000,000 (ITF)
$ 6,000,000 (Ind)
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Michael Y. Wang
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University-Industry Collaboration Programme - Matching Grant for Joint Research
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Structural Optimization for High Dynamic Performance in Electronics Manufacturing Equipment
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$990,000 (ITF)
$1,057,000 (Ind)
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Y.S. Xu
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Innovation and Technology Support Programme - Guangdong-Hong Kong Technology Cooperation Scheme
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Intelligent Omni-Directional Hybrid Electric Vehicle
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$11,414,500 (ITF)
$ 2,900,000 (Ind)
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2004-2005
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Project Coordinator
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Grant
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Project Title
|
Amount
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R. X. Du
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Innovation and Technology Support Programme - Guangdong-Kong Kong Technology Corporation Funding Scheme
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Design and Build the Next Generation Energy Efficient Controllable Mechanical Metal Forming Presses
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$4,000,000 (ITF)
$2,000,000 (Ind)
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W. J. Li
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University-Industry Collaboration Programme-Matching Grant for Joint Research
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A Ubiquitous Digital Writing System
Using MEMS Motion Sensing Technology
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$1,883,000 (ITF)
$1,883,000 (Ind)
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2003-2004
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Project Coordinator
|
Grant
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Project Title
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Amount
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R. X. Du
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University-Industry Collaboration Programme - Matching Grant for Joint Research
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Develop a New Air-Conditioning System Based on Ultrasonic Actuation and RMZ Heating
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$2,025,000 (ITF)
$2,025,000 (Ind)
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K. C. Hui
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Innovation and Technology Support Programme
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Enabling Tools for the Design and Development of Chinese Style Game Characters, Sceneries and Effects
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$1,600,000 (ITF)
$220,000 (Ind)
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Y. S. Xu
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University-Industry Collaboration Programme- Matching Grant for Joint Research
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Development and Technology Transfer of Intelligent Electronics Toys
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$986,500 (ITF)
$1,000,000 (Ind)
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Quality Education Fund
- 2006-2007
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2006-2007
|
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Principle Investigator
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Project Title
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Amount
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Y. H. Liu
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Innovative Technology Education via Internet-based Robotics Competition
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$2,000,000
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