Assist. Prof. Dr. Hongfu Shi, Southwest Jiaotong University, China
Dr. Shi Hongfu is a distinguished researcher in transportation electrical engineering, with expertise in permanent magnet suspension systems, eddy current braking technologies, and superconducting maglev integration. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Design, Manufacturing, and Automation from Chongqing Jiaotong University and completed his Master’s studies in Vehicle Application Engineering at Southwest Jiaotong University, where he is also pursuing a Ph.D. in Traffic Information Engineering and Control. He currently serves as a Special Research Fellow in Electrical Engineering at the University of Tokyo. Dr. Shi has published ten first-author papers in high-impact SCI journals such as IEEE Transactions on Transportation Electrification, IEEE Transactions on Vehicular Technology, and Measurement, and holds ten authorized invention patents, including two in the United States. His research has contributed to multiple national and provincial scientific projects, and he has received prestigious honors including the “Jingshi Yanghua Medal” and two National Awards. Dr. Shi demonstrates strong innovation, academic rigor, and practical application in his work, establishing himself as a promising scholar in the field of advanced maglev transportation technologies.
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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award
Nominee: Dr. Shi Hongfu
Dr. Shi Hongfu is an exceptional emerging scholar in the field of transportation electrical engineering, with a concentrated research focus on permanent magnet suspension systems, magnetic levitation (maglev) technologies, and electromagnetic drive systems. His research demonstrates a strong blend of scientific innovation, engineering application, and industrial relevance, positioning him as a highly deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award.
👨🎓 Education Background
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🎓 Ph.D. Candidate in Traffic Information Engineering and Control
Southwest Jiaotong University
(2021.09 – 2024.12)
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🧪 Master’s in Vehicle Application Engineering
Southwest Jiaotong University
(2019.09 – 2024.06)
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🛠️ Bachelor’s in Mechanical Design, Manufacturing and Automation
Chongqing Jiaotong University
(2015.09 – 2019.06)
🧑🔬 Work & Research Experience
📚 Academic Achievements
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✍️ 10 First-author Publications, including:
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🤝 Co-authored 2 SCI Q1 Papers (as second author)
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🧠 10 Authorized Invention Patents
🏅 Awards & Honors
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🥇 Jingshi Yanghua Medal (Highest Honor of Southwest Jiaotong University, 2024)
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🏆 National Scholarship ×2 (2023, 2024)
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🌟 Outstanding West ASEMD2023 International Conference Award
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🛠️ Zhonghuan Guotou Improvement Award ×2
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🥇 First-Class Scholarships ×4 (2021–2024)
Publication Top Notes:
Propulsion-Levitation-Guidance Coupling Model and Dynamics Investigation of Permanent Magnet Null-flux Electrodynamic Suspension
A partition-computing mechatronics dynamics modeling for superconducting electrodynamic suspension and the analysis on the discrete-track irregularity
Characteristics Analysis and Dynamic Test of Air-Cored Permanent Magnet Linear Synchronous Motor for Null-Flux PMEDS Vehicle
Simulation on Electromagnetic Coupling of Integrated EDS Evacuated Tube Transportation System
Speed-Range-Based Novel Guideway Configuration With Variable Material and Thickness for PMECB
Numerical Mutual Inductance Model Based on Spatial Fourier Decomposition for Racetrack Coils in EDS System
Exploration of Split-Guideway Permanent Magnet Linear Eddy Current Brake With Improved Brake Force and Critical Speed Implemented in HTS Maglev System
Permanent Magnet Electrodynamic Suspension System Integrated With a Car: Design, Implementation, and Test