Current Master Students

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• Ms. Yasaman Hedayatnasab--utilizing dual-robot systems for fiber placement on complex geometries.
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• Mr. Nishanth Rajkumar Research topic-- development of a fully autonomous agtech tailored for lawn care.
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• Mr.Mohammed Elkhatib, Reaerch Topic-- Developing a self-driving robot designed to remove weeds from gardens focusing on the navigation and localization aspects, ensuring the robot accurately identifies and moves to the target areas
         

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• Mr. Philip Arab--Research focus on autonomous aerial robotic navigation and path planning
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• Mr. Forester Del Corpo-Salmon, a photogrammetry-based visual servo robotic additive manufacturing system for 3D printing of complex objects with high accuracy.

Visiting Scholars

• Dr. Jiacai Liao (2021-2022): Dandelion segmentation with background transfer learning and RGB-attention module, Assistant Professor in Hunan Technological University
• Dr. Wei Li (2021-2022): Object ground lines regression and mapping from fisheye images to around view image for the AVP
• Mr. Qiuwei Wang (2020-2021)--Adaptive fault-tolerant control for distributed in-wheel motor drive electric vehicle
• Mr. Guangyi Wang (2020-2021)--Forest Fire Monitoring System Based on Machine Vision with Watchtower
• Dr. Guoliang Zhang (2019-2020)--Position-based visual Servoing of AFP, Professor in Huaqiao University
• Mr. Fangmin Mao (2019)--Optimal control of a new suspension to reduce the motion-sickness incidence
• Mr. Ronghua Zhang (2019-2020)--Visual Servoing in Collaborative Fiber Placement Machine
• Mr. Shengke Ning (2019)--Automatic Robotic Manufacturing System Design, Professor in Xi'an Technological University.
• Ms. Wei Li (2016-2017)--Visual Servoing in Industrial Robots
• Ms. Wang,  Tingting (2010-2011): Research Topic--Model Predictive Control in Visual Servoing, Associate Professor in Hehai University
• Mr. Fu, Zhijun (2010-2012): Research Topic--Adaptive Control of Nonlinear System via Dynamic Multilayer Neural Networks with Multi-Time Scales, Professor in Zhengzhou University of Light Industry.
• Mr. Zeng, Rui, (2014-2015), Visual Calibration of Parallel  Robots.
• Ms. Li, Shutong, (2015-2016), Hybrid PD/SMC  Image based visual servoing  control, Associate Professor in Hebei University
  

Research Fellow and Associate

• Dr. Henghua Shen (2021-2023), Horizon Postdoctoral Fellow
• Dr. Zhao, Zhong-Yu (2010-2011)
• Dr. Chen, Guangyi ( 2004- 2005), (2010-2011)
• Dr. Ibrir S. (2005-2006)

Graduated Ph.D (15)

• Dr. Ningyu Zhu, " Trajectory Planning and Control of Cooperative Robotic System for Automated Fiber Placement", June 2024.
• Dr. Tingting Shu, " Visual Servoing-Based Dynamic Accuracy Enhancement of Industrial Robots by Using Photogrammetry Sensor, Dec., 2023.
• Dr. Bahar Ahmadi, " Vision/ Force Control in Robotic Manufacturing Systems", Aug., 2022.
• Dr. Pengcheng Li, " Visual Calibration, Identification and Control of 6-RSS Parallel Robots", June 2020, Associate Professor in Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics
• Dr. Ahmad Ghasemi, " Enhanced Image-Based Visual Servoing Dealing with Uncertainties ", Feb., 2020 .
• Dr. Xiaoming Zhang (Co-Supervised by Dr. Hoa), "Modeling and Control of the cooperative Automated Fiber Placement System", Oct. 2017 .
• Dr.  Dongdong Zheng, "Identification and Control of Nonlinear Sigularly Perturbed Systems using Multi-Time-Scale Neural networks",  Dec. 2016., Associate Professor in Beijing Institute of Technology
• Dr. Amir Hajiloo, "Robust and Multi-objective Model Predictive Control Design for Nonlinear Systems", Feb.  2016.
• Dr. Ali Fellah Jahromi (co-supervised by Dr. R. Bhat), " Modeling and Robust Control of Integrated Ride and Handling Systems of Passenger Cars", 2015.
• Dr. Mohammad Keshmiri, " Image Based Visual Servoing Using Trajectory Planning and Augmented Visual Servoing
  Controller", 2014--Mitacs Postdoctoral.
• Dr. Zhao, Yimin : Research topic--Visual Servoing for Robotic Tracking and Positioning Systems, Research Professor in University of Arkansas Little Rock .
• Dr. Wang, Tao (co-supervised by Dr. Y.M. Zhang): Research topic--Sliding Mode Fault Tolerant Reconfigurable Control, 2012.--Postdoctor in McGil University.
• Dr. Zhao Zhong-Yu (co-supervised by Dr. H. Hong), Ph.D thesis "Active Fault Tolerant Control of an Electro-Hydraulic Driven Elevator Based on Robust Adaptive Observers", 2010.
• Dr. Saber Fallah (co-supervised by Dr. R. Bhat) , Ph.D thesis title: “New Dynamic Modeling and Practical Control Design for Macpherson Suspension System”, 2010.-- Professor in University of Surrey, UK since Nov., 2012.
• Dr. Fu Jun (co-supervised by Dr. C.-Y. Cu), Ph.D thesis title: “On the Adaptive Controls of Nonlinear Systems with Different Hysteresis Model Representations”, 2009.-- MIT postdoctoral--NSERC Postdoctoral Fellowship holder since 2010., Professor in North Eastern University, China, 2014.

Graduated Masters (31)

• Ms.Masoodi Nia, Marzieh, " Adaptive Correction Strategy in Robotic Gas Tungsten Arc Welding for Additive Manufacturing", Aug. 2024.
• Mr. Tzvi Filler, "Real Time Control of a Weed Removal Rover Through Visual Servoing", May 2024.
• Mr. Shayan Ghiasvand, " Image Moment-based Visual Servoing for Satellite Target Tracking using a Robotic Manipulator", Nov. 2023.
• Mr. Alireza Saboukhi, " Designing and implementing a small-size Automated Fiber Placement (AFP) head capable of depositing thermoset layers on V-shape structures", April, 2023.
• Mr. Jianyu Tang, " Accuracy Improvement of Industrial robot using PID Controller based on Back-propagation Neural Networks", Sept. 2022.
• Mr. Tao Zhou, " Enhancing Path Following Accuracy of Industrial Robots with Reinforcement Learning", Sept., 2022.
• Mr. Mohsen Sadi, "UAV-based Forest Fire Detection and Localization Using Visual and Thermal Cameras", Jan. 2020.
• Mr. Ibrahim Babiker, " Dandelion Weed Detection and Recognition for a Weed Removal Robot", Aug. 2020.
• Ms. Xinyi Wu, " Robust Position-based Visual Servoing of Industrial Robots", 2020.
• Mr. Long Chen, " UAV Path Planning and Obstacle Avoidance Based on Fuzzy Logic and Kinodynamic RRT Method", March 2021.
• Mr. Tong He, " UAS Flight Path Planning and Collision avoidance based on Markov Decision Process", 2020.
• Mr. Mikail Shapoori, " Development of a Two-Wheel Inverted Pendulum and a Cable Climbing Robot", 2019.
• Mr. Xiaoyang Zhang, "Nonlinear Aeroelasticity and Active Control of Airfoils Subjected to Gusts", 2019.
• Mr. Jeffrey Fortin-Simpson, "Effect of Thickness and Ply Orientation on the Flexural Bending Behaviour of Thick Composite Laminates", 2019.
• Mr.  Sepehr Gharaaty, Master Thesis title "Accuracy Enhancement of Industrial Robots by Dynamic  Pose Correction", Sept. 2016.
• Ms.  Sahar Alinia, Master Thesis title "Real Time Pose Control of Parallel Robots", April 2016.
• Mr. Baoguang Xu, Master Thesis title "Intelligent Eddy Current Detection System Design Based on Neuro-Fauzzy logic", 2014
• Mr. Mohebbi, Abolfazl, Master Thesis title "Real-Time Stereo Visual Servoing of  a 6-DOF Robot for Tracking and Grasping Moving Objects", 2013
• Mr. Zheng, Jiannan: Master thesis title--Design of Advanced Automatic Inspection System for Turbine Blade FPI Analysis, 2012.
• Mr. Khan, Salman, Master thesis title "Thermal Control System Design for Automated Fiber Placement Process", 2011. 
• Ms. Ma Xiao-Meng, Master thesis title "Wavelet-Based Linearization Method in Nonlinear Systems", 2010.
• Mr. Han Xuan, Master thesis "Nonlinear System Identification and Control using Dynamic Multi-Time Scale Neural Network", 2010.
• Ms. Sining Liu, Master thesis title “ Image-based visual servoing using improved image moments in 6-DOF robot system”, 2008.
• Mr. Mohammadreza Ramezanifard , Master thesis title “ Design and Development of New Tactile Softness Displays For Minimally Invasive Surgery , 2008.
• Mr. Li Zheng, Master Thesis Title: “ Visual Servoing in Robotic Manufacturing Systems for Accurate Positioning”, 2007
• Mr. Zhu YuQing , Master thesis title: “ Nonlinear System Identification Using Genetic Algorithm and Recurrent Neural Networks”, 2006.
• Mr. Alireza Tadayoni , Master Thesis Title: “ Adaptive Control of Harmonic Drive Motors with Parameter Varying Friction using Structurally Dynamic Networks”, 2006
• Mr. Yao Han, Master Thesis Title: “Adaptive Neural Networks Control for Unknown Flexible Joint Robots and Piezoelectric Actuators”, 2006.
• Mr. Zhao ZhongYu , Master Thesis Title: “The Study of Friction Variation over Temperature in a Harmonic Drive System—Modeling and Control”, 2006
• Mr. Long ShunHong , Master Thesis Title: “Active Control of Shimmy Oscillation in Aircraft Landing Gear”, 2006
• Mr. Ji Peng, Master Thesis Title: “An Experimental Teletaction System for Detection and Display of Human Pulse”, 2006.
• Mr. Fu Tian Jun, Master thesis title: “Speed- Sensorless Torque Control of Induction Motor for Hybrid Electric Vehicles ”, 2005.