Wei Zhang | Engineering | Breakthrough Innovator Award

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Prof.Dr.Wei Zhang | Engineering | Breakthrough Innovator Award 

Doctor of Engineering at Civil Aviation University of China | China 

Prof. Dr. Wei Zhang is a distinguished Doctor of Engineering and Professor at the School of Aeronautical Engineering, Civil Aviation University of China, and a leading researcher at the Research Institute of Science and Technology within the same institution. He earned his Doctor of Engineering degree in Mechanical Manufacturing and Automation from Tianjin University between  and joined the Civil Aviation University of China. progressing from lecturer to associate professor and full professor. His academic experience is further enriched by international exposure as a visiting scholar at the Department of Structural and Materials Mechanics, École Supérieure d’Aéronautique et d’Espace (SUPEA), France, and at the Department of Mechanical Science and Engineering, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, USA, during . Over his career,Prof. Dr. Wei Zhang has contributed significantly to civil aviation engineering and intelligent systems, producing 68 publications in indexed journals, 17 authorized patents, 63 documents, 279 citations, and achieving an h-index of 8. His research focuses on airport operation safety, ground mission intelligence for approaching aircraft, robotics with artificial intelligence, and mechanical dynamics. He has successfully led more than 10 national and industry-sponsored research projects, including NSFC-Civil Aviation Joint Fund initiatives, pioneering semi-autonomous aircraft towing systems, automated airport ground operations, and advanced aircraft inspection technologies. Prof. Dr. Wei Zhang’s work bridges theoretical research with practical applications, collaborating with major industry partners such as COMAC and Beijing Capital International Airport, leading to measurable improvements in operational efficiency, safety, and intelligent manufacturing. He holds key leadership positions as Deputy Director of the National Engineering Research Center for Airport Ground Support Equipment, Executive Director of the Civil Aviation Ground Special Equipment Research Base, and Deputy Director of the Key Laboratory of Civil Aviation Smart Airport Theory and Systems, reflecting his significant influence in the field. With his extensive publications, patents, international collaborations, and leadership roles, Prof. Dr. Wei Zhang has established himself as a global authority in civil aviation engineering, advancing the technological frontiers of airport operations, intelligent systems, and aviation safety through innovative research and applied solutions.

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Featured Publications:

  1. Zhang, W. (2026). Research on surface fitting technology for aircraft point cloud feature region based on adaptive complete natural segmentation. Robotics and Autonomous Systems.

  2. Zhang, W., [co-authors]. (2025). Model predictive control with real-time variable weight for civil aircraft towing taxi-out control systems. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part D: Journal of Automobile Engineering.

  3. Zhang, W., [co-authors]. (2025). Similarity modeling method for coupling vibration system with energy-regenerative suspension. Jixie Kexue Yu Jishu (Mechanical Science and Technology for Aerospace Engineering).

  4. Zhang, W., [co-authors]. (2025). A novel attitude-variable high acceleration motion planning method for the pallet-type airport baggage handling robot. Machines.

  5. Zhang, W., [co-authors]. (2025). Robust adaptive cascade trajectory tracking control for an aircraft towing and taxiing system. Actuators.

  6. Zhang, W., [co-authors]. (2025). Adaptive coordinated control for an under-actuated airplane–tractor system with parameter uncertainties. Engineering Science and Technology: An International Journal.

sejong kim | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Sejong Kim | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Department of Civil Engineering at Hongik University | South Korea 

Dr. Sejong Kim is a distinguished researcher in civil and structural engineering, recognized for his advanced work on the durability and corrosion behavior of reinforced concrete structures in aggressive environments. His academic background is rooted in civil engineering, where he has developed a strong foundation in material science, electrochemistry, and infrastructure sustainability. Over the course of his academic and professional journey, Dr. Sejong Kim has focused on the interplay between carbonation and chloride-induced corrosion in steel reinforcements, applying both experimental and theoretical approaches to address the pressing challenges of structural degradation. His doctoral research and subsequent projects have led to the development of novel electrochemical and gravimetric assessment methods that provide deeper insight into the corrosion mechanisms of steel rebar, thereby enhancing the predictive accuracy of service life models for concrete structures. He has actively collaborated with research teams and industry professionals to develop corrosion monitoring systems and durability evaluation models for marine and urban infrastructure. His scholarly contributions include publications in high-impact journals such as Construction and Building Materials, Corrosion Science, and Buildings (MDPI), reflecting the scientific and practical relevance of his findings. In addition to his research, Dr. Sejong Kim has served as a reviewer for prominent international journals and has participated in interdisciplinary projects aimed at developing sustainable construction materials and smart corrosion monitoring technologies. His research interests encompass reinforced concrete durability, chloride and carbonation-induced deterioration, electrochemical monitoring, and the design of eco-efficient materials for infrastructure resilience. Through his commitment to advancing the field, Dr. Sejong Kim has contributed significantly to the understanding of corrosion mechanisms and the formulation of durability design standards that support long-term sustainability in civil infrastructure. His ongoing work continues to bridge the gap between laboratory innovation and real-world application, promoting safer, more durable, and environmentally conscious engineering practices that align with the future of sustainable urban development.

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Featured Publications:

  • Kim, S., & Choi, J. K. (2025). Electrochemical and Gravimetric Assessment of Steel Rebar Corrosion in Chloride- and Carbonation-Induced Environments. Buildings.

  • Kim, H.; Yang, S.; Noguchi, T.; Yoon, S. (2023). An Assessment of the Structural Performance of Rebar-Corroded Reinforced Concrete Beam Members. Applied Sciences, 13(19), 10927.