Mr. Zhiming Zhu | Ocean Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Robotics Researcher | Jiangsu ocean university | China

Zhiming Zhu, currently serving as a Graduate Researcher and Master’s Candidate in Marine Engineering at the College of Marine Engineering, Jiangsu Ocean University, China, is an emerging researcher specializing in underwater robotics and intelligent marine systems. His research integrates mechanical design, control theory, and marine engineering applications to advance the development of autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) and remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) for use in challenging ocean environments. Zhu’s expertise spans trajectory tracking, adaptive and robust control of underactuated systems, and real-time hydrodynamic modeling—critical areas in modern marine robotics. He has designed a modular AUV platform with innovative bionic propulsion and sensing architecture, enabling high-precision inspection and monitoring of aquaculture net-cages. His notable work, High-precision spiral trajectory tracking for aquaculture net-cage inspection under uncertain hydrodynamics and disturbances, introduces a learning-aided adaptive robust control (LARC) framework that combines iterative learning, line-of-sight guidance, and adaptive control for superior path-tracking performance in complex marine conditions. Beyond theoretical development, Zhu actively contributes to the practical implementation of robotic systems in aquaculture and marine ranching, focusing on system reliability, fault-tolerant operation, and environmental adaptability. He has also been involved in national innovation projects and marine robotics competitions, receiving recognition for his innovative AUV/ROV system designs tailored to sustainable marine engineering applications. Zhu’s ongoing work aims to bridge advanced control algorithms with real-world marine operations, contributing to the next generation of intelligent, autonomous, and energy-efficient underwater inspection and maintenance technologies that support sustainable ocean resource utilization.

Profile: Google Scholar

Featured Publications:

Wang, F., Fang, Y., Zhu, T., Zhang, M., Lin, A., Gu, Q., & Zhu, W. Seven new prenylated indole diketopiperazine alkaloids from holothurian-derived fungus Aspergillus fumigatus. Tetrahedron, 64(34), 7986–7991.

Zhang, M., Wang, W. L., Fang, Y. C., Zhu, T. J., Gu, Q. Q., & Zhu, W. M. Cytotoxic alkaloids and antibiotic nordammarane triterpenoids from the marine-derived fungus Aspergillus sydowi. Journal of Natural Products, 71(6), 985–989.

Xin, Z. H., Fang, Y., Du, L., Zhu, T., Duan, L., Chen, J., Gu, Q. Q., & Zhu, W. M. Aurantiomides A–C, quinazoline alkaloids from the sponge-derived fungus Penicillium aurantiogriseum SP0-19. Journal of Natural Products, 70(5), 853–855.

Chen, Y., Mao, W., Tao, H., Zhu, W., Qi, X., Chen, Y., Li, H., Zhao, C., Yang, Y., … Structural characterization and antioxidant properties of an exopolysaccharide produced by the mangrove endophytic fungus Aspergillus sp. Y16. Bioresource Technology, 102(17), 8179–8184.

Fu, P., Wang, S., Hong, K., Li, X., Liu, P., Wang, Y., & Zhu, W. Cytotoxic bipyridines from the marine-derived actinomycete Actinoalloteichus cyanogriseus WH1-2216-6. Journal of Natural Products, 74(8), 1751–1756.

Wang, Y., Zheng, J., Liu, P., Wang, W., & Zhu, W. Three new compounds from Aspergillus terreus PT06-2 grown in a high salt medium. Marine Drugs, 9(8), 1368–1378.

Assoc Prof Dr. Hong Gao | Wave energy | Women Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Hong Gao, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, China

Assoc Prof Dr. Hong Gao is academic and researcher in the field of renewable energy, holds a PhD in Bio systems Engineering from Kangwon National University, South Korea. His academic journey has been marked by a profound dedication to advancing solar energy technologies, specifically in solar thermal harvesting and its integration into agricultural and architectural applications.

Professional Profiles:

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🎓 Educational Background:

Ph.D. in Mechanical Electronic Engineering, Zhejiang University, 1999-2003M.S. in Mechanical Design and Theory, Taiyuan University of Technology, 1996-1999B.S. in Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering, Taiyuan University of Technology, 1992-1996

🌟 Professional Experience:

2004-2006: Postdoctoral Researcher, Shanghai Jiao Tong University2006-2016: Lecturer, Shanghai Jiao Tong University2013-2014: Visiting Scholar, Purdue University2017-Present: Associate Professor, Shanghai Jiao Tong University

🔍 Research Interests:

Ocean wave intelligent capture design and power generationIntelligent control of wave capture systemsMulti-body motion and dynamics in offshore operationsSmart energy systems and big dataNuclear main pump startup and power-off transient characteristicsValve cavitation simulation and noise suppression designFlow field and performance simulation of waterjet pump

📈 Research Projects:

National Natural Science Foundation project (2021-2024)State Key Laboratory of Fluid Power and Electromechanical Systems Open Fund (2019-2020)National Natural Science Foundation of China projects (2017-2020, 2014-2018)Key projects of National Natural Science Foundation of China (2014-2018)”973″ Program Sub-Projects (2010-2013)National Scientific Research Program (2004-2006)

📚 Selected Publications:

“Capture mechanism of a multi-dimensional wave energy converter with a strong coupling parallel drive.” (Applied Energy, 2024)”Effects of power take-off parameters and harvester shape on wave energy extraction.” (Applied Energy, 2021)”Hydrodynamic response analysis and wave energy absorption of wave energy converters in regular waves.” (Marine Technology Society Journal, 2017)

🔍 Patents and Applications:

Cargo grab transportation device (ZL201810489279.2)Multidof wave energy absorption and conversion device (ZLN201810936476.4)A type Y wave energy absorption and conversion device (ZL201410339432.5)Explore the cutting-edge research and contributions of Associate Professor Hong Gao in the field of mechanical engineering and wave energy conversion.

Zhiming Zhu | Ocean Engineering | Best Researcher Award