Prof. Yufeng Yang | Intelligent Sensing | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Yufeng Yang, Xi’an University of Technology, China

Dr. Yang Yufeng is an Associate Professor at the College of Automation and Information Engineering, Xi’an University of Technology, China. He holds a Ph.D. and is a member of both the Chinese Society of Electronics and the Optical Engineering Society. His primary research interests include wireless laser communication, LiDAR-based localization and navigation, and unmanned vehicle path planning. Dr. Yang has led and completed numerous research projects supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China, the Shaanxi Provincial Foundation, and the Shaanxi Key Industry Innovation Chain Project. He has authored over 30 SCI/EI-indexed papers, compiled two academic textbooks, and filed more than ten invention patents. His work contributes significantly to the advancement of intelligent sensing and autonomous systems.

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Summary of Suitability for the Research for Best Researcher Award: Dr. Yang Yufeng

Dr. Yang Yufeng, Associate Professor at the College of Automation and Information Engineering, Xi’an University of Technology, is a highly qualified and impactful candidate for the Research for Best Researcher Award. His research contributions in wireless laser communication, LiDAR-based localization, navigation, and unmanned vehicle path planning are not only timely but also vital to the advancement of intelligent systems and autonomous technologies.

🎓 Education & Academic Background

Ph.D. in a relevant field
Affiliated with the College of Automation and Information Engineering, Xi’an University of Technology

💼 Work Experience

👨‍🏫 Associate Professor, Xi’an University of Technology
🤝 Member, Chinese Society of Electronics
🔬 Member, Optical Engineering Society

🏆 Achievements

📡 Specialized in Wireless Laser Communication, LiDAR Localization & Navigation, and Unmanned Vehicle Path Planning
✅ Successfully led multiple research projects funded by:
- National Natural Science Foundation of China
- Shaanxi Provincial Foundation
- Shaanxi Key Industry Innovation Chain Project
📘 Authored 2 textbooks on specialized engineering topics
📝 Published 30+ SCI/EI-indexed research papers
💡 Filed 10+ invention patents in the fields of sensing and automation

🥇 Awards & Honors

🎖️ Recognized for contributions to intelligent navigation and optoelectronic systems
🧪 Honored by national and provincial bodies for innovative research in LiDAR and wireless communication

Publication Top Notes:

Rough-Terrain Path Planning Based on Deep Reinforcement Learning

Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing for Visible Light Communication Based on Minimum Shift Keying Modulation

Influence of Target Surface BRDF on Non-Line-of-Sight Imaging

Assist. Prof. Dr. B. Shanmugapriya, Kalaimahal College of Arts and Science, India

Dr. B. Shanmugapriya is a dedicated physicist specializing in nanoscience, materials science, crystal growth, and gas sensors. She earned her Ph.D. in Physics from Annamalai University in 2017, focusing on the structural, morphological, optical, and photocatalytic properties of pure and metal-ion-doped In₂O₃ nanostructures synthesized by the hydrothermal method. Prior to that, she completed her M.Phil. in Physics at Bharathidasan University, where she studied the growth and characterization of pure potassium bromide crystals and their nonlinear optical properties. She also holds an M.Sc. and B.Sc. in Physics from the same university.

Education 🎓

Ph.D. in Physics (2012–2017) – Annamalai University
Thesis: Structural, Morphological, Optical, and Photocatalytic Properties of Pure and Metal Ions (Zn²⁺, Ga³⁺, Ti³⁺) Doped In₂O₃ Nanostructures Synthesized by Hydrothermal Method
Advisor: Dr. M. Shanthi

M.Phil. in Physics (2006–2008) – Bharathidasan University
Thesis: Growth and Characterization of Pure Potassium Bromide Crystal at Room Temperature and Study of Their NLO Properties
Advisor: Mr. V. Sureshkumar

M.Sc. in Physics (2004–2006) – Bharathidasan University
Thesis: Growth and Characterization of Pure Ammonium Dihydrogen Orthophosphate at Various Temperatures
Advisor: Mr. V. Sureshkumar

B.Sc. in Physics (2001–2004) – Bharathidasan University

Work Experience 🏫

Demonstrator – B.Sc. & M.Sc. Laboratory Teaching

Research expertise in Nanoscience, Materials Science, Crystal Growth, and Gas Sensors

Skilled in handling advanced instruments such as:

X-Ray Diffraction (XRD)
X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy (XPS)
Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM)
Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM)
UV Spectroscopy
Photoluminescence Spectroscopy (PL)
Thermogravimetric Analysis (TG-DTA)
Spray Pyrolysis and Spin Coating for Thin Film Deposition

Achievements & Recognitions 🏆

Extensive research in nanomaterials and photocatalysis

Conducted training programs on advanced spectroscopic and microscopy techniques

Published several research papers in high-impact journals

Strong expertise in instrumentation and materials characterization

Fluent in Tamil (Native) and English (Fluent in speaking & writing)

Publication Top Notes:

Enhancement of photocatalytic degradation of methylene blue dye using Ti3+ doped In2O3 nanocubes prepared by hydrothermal method