Prof Dr. Han-Pang Huang | Robot Localization Award | Best Researcher Award

Prof Dr. Han-Pang Huang | Robot Localization Award | Best Researcher Award

Prof Dr. Han-Pang Huang, National Taiwan University / Department of Mechanical Engineering, Taiwan

Han-Pang Huang, who received his Ph.D. in electrical engineering from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, USA, in 1986, has built a distinguished career at National Taiwan University in Taipei, Taiwan. Since joining in 1986, he currently holds positions as a distinguished professor and the Zhong Zhuo-Zhang Chair Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering and the Graduate Institute of Industrial Engineering. His extensive research portfolio spans various fields including machine intelligence, humanoid robots, intelligent robotic systems, prosthetic hands, manufacturing automation, nanomanipulation, and nonlinear systems. Throughout his career, he has authored over 390 papers published in esteemed technical journals and conference proceedings, contributing significantly to the advancement of these disciplines. Han-Pang Huang is recognized as a Fellow of several prestigious organizations including the Chinese Institute of Automation Engineers, the Chinese Society of Mechanical Engineers, and the Robotics Society of Taiwan, underscoring his profound impact and leadership in the field of robotics and engineering.

Professional Profile

Education:

  • Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering
    • University: University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
    • Year: 1986

Work Experience:

Han-Pang Huang has had a distinguished career at National Taiwan University, where he holds prominent positions and conducts cutting-edge research in various fields of engineering.

Current Position:

Distinguished Professor and Zhong Zhuo-Zhang Chair Professor

    • Departments:
      • Department of Mechanical Engineering
      • Graduate Institute of Industrial Engineering
    • Institution: National Taiwan University, Taipei, Taiwan
    • Research Interests:
      • Machine intelligence 🤖
      • Humanoid robots 🤖
      • Intelligent robotic systems 🤖
      • Prosthetic hands 🖐️
      • Manufacturing automation 🏭
      • Nanomanipulation 🔬
      • Nonlinear systems 🔄

Publications:

  • Author of over 390 papers published in refereed technical journals and conference proceedings.

Honors and Memberships:

  • Fellowships:
    • Chinese Institute of Automation Engineers
    • Chinese Society of Mechanical Engineers
    • Robotics Society of Taiwan

Han-Pang Huang’s extensive contributions to engineering and robotics underscore his leadership and influence in advancing technology and automation, making significant strides in both academic research and practical applications.

Publications Notes:📄

Implementation of Engagement Detection for Human–Robot Interaction in Complex Environments

Comprehensive Performance Evaluation between Visual SLAM and LiDAR SLAM for Mobile Robots: Theories and Experiments

Enhancing the Versatility and Performance of Soft Robotic Grippers, Hands, and Crawling Robots Through Three-Dimensional-Printed Multifunctional Buckling Joints

Working Memory Ability Evaluation Based on Fuzzy Support Vector Regression

Imitation System of Humanoid Robots and Its Applications

A Comparison of Outdoor 3D Reconstruction between Visual SLAM and LiDAR SLAM

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dr. Yasir AlKubaisi | Robotics | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Yasir AlKubaisi | Robotics | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Yasir AlKubaisi ,Dubai Academic Health Corporation, United Arab Emirates

Dr. Yassir Mahmood Al Kubaisi is an accomplished Electrical Engineer, born in Baghdad, Iraq, in 1971. He holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM), which he obtained in 2020. His dissertation focused on a “Gravitational Energy Harvesting System Based on Multistage Braking Technique for Multilevel Elevator Car Parking Building.” Dr. Al Kubaisi also earned his Master’s degree in Computer Engineering from the University of Technology in Baghdad in 2005 and his Bachelor’s degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the same institution in 1994.Dr. Al Kubaisi has extensive professional experience, currently serving as a Sustainable Engineer in the Corporate Environmental Health & Safety Department at Dubai Academic Health Corporation since 2017. His work involves studying and analyzing sustainable management practices, proposing solutions, and ensuring compliance with LEED and other sustainability requirements. He has spearheaded innovative projects such as the world’s first sustainable blood donation bus, the “Green Pavilion” project at GITEX 2019, and the “Green House” project at Al-Mizhar Medical Center, among others. His efforts have led to significant energy savings and have been recognized with several awards and honors.

 

Professional Profile

Education:

  • 🎓 PhD: University Putra Malaysia (UPM) – Serdang, Malaysia, Faculty of Engineering, Electrical Engineering, May 2020
    Dissertation: “Gravitational Energy Harvesting System Based on Multistage Braking Technique for Multilevel Elevator Car Parking Building”
    Committee: Professor Dr. Wan Zuha Wan Hasan (Chair), Professor Dr. Mohd. Zainal Abdul Kadir, Associate Professor Dr. Samsul Bahari B Mohd Noor
  • 🎓 MSc: University of Technology – Baghdad, Iraq, Computer Engineering, May 2005
    Thesis: “Design and Implementation Of Security System”
    Advisor: Professor Dr. Adukareem Abdulrahman
  • 🎓 BSc: University of Technology – Baghdad, Iraq, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Jun 1994

Research Interests:

  • 🌿 Sustainable and Renewable Energy
  • ⚡ Electrical and Control Engineering
  • 🤖 Robotics and Automation

Professional Experience:

  • 🌐 Corporate Environmental Health & Safety Dept., Dubai Academic Health Corporation, Dubai (2017 – Present):
    • Sustainable engineer in sustainable management section
    • Proposed and implemented innovative projects, such as the “Sustainable Blood Donation bus” and “Green Pavilion” at GITEX 2019
    • Conducted extensive studies and participated in various energy-saving projects
  • 🏥 Engineering Dept., Dubai Health Authority, Dubai (2009 – 2017):
    • Certified lecturer in sustainability and AI workshops
    • Directed construction operations, site supervision, and quality control
    • Conducted significant studies on load distribution and energy savings
  • 💻 Engineering Dept., Higher Education Computer Center, Iraq (1994 – 2007):
    • Oversaw design and implementation of technical solutions
    • Managed instructional designers and collaborated on broad solution pitches

Honors and Awards:

  • 🏆 Certification of Appreciation in various fields (2020, 2019, 2017, 2014)
  • 🌱 “Let’s Make This Summer Green 2020”
  • 💉 Improved blood donation service – Dubai Blood Donation Center 2019
  • 👏 Recognized for contributions to Corporate Environmental Health & Safety Dept. 2019
  • 🏅 Honored for efforts and cooperation in multiple departments

Corporate Social Responsibility:

  • 🦠 Volunteered for 6 months in the Covid-19 screening campaign
  • 💡 Suggested projects to reduce the spread of the virus

Publications Notes:📄

Maximizing solar energy utilization and controlling electrical consumption in domestic water heaters by integrating with aluminum reflector

Identifying the best forearm muscle to control soft robotic glove system by using a single sEMG channel

Battery Backup Power System for Electrical Appliances with Two Options of Primary Power Sources

Review of gravitational electric energy and application perspectives on modern buildings

Control mechanism of automated dropper system for electric power generation

Investigation on self energized automated multi levels car parking system