Heng Li – Control Engineering – Best Researcher Award

Heng Li - Control Engineering - Best Researcher Award

Yantai University - China

AUTHOR PROFILE

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ACADEMIC AFFILIATION

Li Heng is affiliated with Yantai University, where he continues to advance his research in control systems and maritime technology. His academic role involves both research and teaching, contributing to the development of the next generation of engineers and researchers.

RESEARCH IMPACT AND CONTRIBUTIONS

His contributions to robust fault-tolerant control systems are widely recognized in the field, with significant implications for both theoretical advancements and practical applications. Li Heng's research plays a key role in enhancing the performance and reliability of dynamic positioning systems in maritime contexts.

MODE-DEPENDENT SUPERVISORY SWITCHING FAULT-TOLERANT CONTROL FOR DYNAMIC POSITIONING SHIPS

Li Heng's research focuses on mode-dependent supervisory switching fault-tolerant control systems for dynamic positioning ships facing actuator faults. His work enhances the reliability and safety of maritime navigation systems, ensuring that ships maintain their positions accurately even when facing technical issues.

EVENT-DRIVEN PRESCRIBED PERFORMANCE DISTRIBUTED FORMATION CONTROL FOR MSVS

He has developed event-driven prescribed performance distributed formation control strategies for Maritime Surface Vehicles (MSVs), utilizing second-order step responses with actuator input saturation. This research improves the coordination and efficiency of MSVs in complex operational environments.

ROBUST FAULT-TOLERANT CONTROL FOR DYNAMIC POSITIONING OF SHIPS

Li Heng is known for his robust fault-tolerant control techniques tailored for dynamic positioning of ships, with a focus on maintaining prescribed performance levels. His methodologies ensure that vessels can effectively handle faults while adhering to performance specifications.

NOTABLE PUBLICATION

Robust fault-tolerant control for dynamic positioning of ships with prescribed performance.
Authors: H. Li, X. Lin
Year: 2024
Journal: Ocean Engineering, 298, 117314

Robust finite-time fault-tolerant control for dynamic positioning of ships via nonsingular fast integral terminal sliding mode control.
Authors: H. Li, X. Lin
Year: 2022
Journal: Applied Ocean Research, 122, 103126

Velocity-Free Formation Control and Collision Avoidance for UUVs via RBF: A High-Gain Approach.
Authors: Z. Yan, A. Jiang, C. Lai, H. Li
Year: 2022
Journal: Electronics (Switzerland), 11(8), 1170

Control Allocation-Based Robust Tracking Control for Overactuated Surface Vessels Subject to Time-Varying Full-State Constraints.
Authors: H. Li, X. Lin, A. Jiang, C. Lai
Year: 2022
Journal: Electronics (Switzerland), 11(5), 794

Velocity-free fault estimation and compensation for dynamic positioning of ships with disturbance via fuzzy approach.
Authors: X. Lin, H. Li, A. Jiang, J. Nie, J. Li
Year: 2020
Journal: International Journal of Innovative Computing, Information and Control, 16(3), pp. 845–865

Chiheb Ben Regaya | Real Time Control | Best Researcher Award

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EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS:

Dr. Chiheb Ben Regaya, born on August 13, 1981, in Kélibia, Tunisia, is a highly skilled professional in automation, electronics, and industrial computing. He embarked on his academic journey with a technical baccalaureate in 2001 and subsequently pursued higher education in the field of electrical engineering.

PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS:

Dr. Ben Regaya's professional trajectory began in October 2006 as a secondary school teacher. Over the years, he progressed to become a senior secondary teacher, an assistant at ISSAT of Gafsa from October 2014, and eventually an associate professor at ISSAT of Kairouan since July 2018.

CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS:

As a member of the research laboratory "Laboratory of Engineering of Industrial Systems and Renewable Energies (LISIER)," led by Prof. Abdelkader Chaari, Dr. Ben Regaya's primary research themes revolve around control, estimation, and optimization in an industrial context. His doctoral thesis, titled "Contribution à la synthèse de lois de commande robuste de la machine à induction triphasée: Validation expérimentale," reflects his significant contributions to the field.

IMPACT AND INFLUENCE:

Dr. Ben Regaya has actively participated in numerous scientific events and conferences, showcasing his research findings. His involvement in conferences such as IC_CoDIT and IC_SCC demonstrates his commitment to staying at the forefront of advancements in control, decision, and information technologies.

ACADEMIC CITES:

Dr. Ben Regaya's research contributions have gained recognition, and he has served as a reviewer for reputable scientific journals, including ISA Transactions, Journal of The Franklin Institute, and IEEE Transactions on Power Electronics.

EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES:

With over eight years of experience in secondary education and more than nine years in higher education, Dr. Ben Regaya has made significant contributions to teaching. As an associate professor at ISSAT Kairouan, he has been involved in diverse courses related to digital electronics, continuous control, LabVIEW certification, and more.

RESEARCH ACTIVITIES:

Participating in scientific events and conferences, Dr. Ben Regaya has been a consistent contributor to the academic discourse. His involvement in conferences such as IC_CoDIT and IC_SCC underscores his commitment to advancing knowledge in his research domains.

RESEARCH THEMES AND ACTIONS:

Dr. Ben Regaya's research themes focus on control, estimation, and optimization in an industrial context. He has actively participated in scientific events, including international conferences and congresses, and served as a reviewer for various scientific journals.

NOTABLE PUBLICATION