Prof Dr. Liqiu WEI | Aerospace Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Deputy Director at Aerospace Engineering, Harbin Institute of Technology, China

Dr. Liqiu Wei is the Deputy Director of the Key Laboratory of Aerospace Plasma Propulsion at Harbin Institute of Technology. He holds a Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering and specializes in aerospace engineering. With over 15 years of experience, Dr. Wei has made significant contributions to the field, particularly in the area of electric propulsion systems. He has a strong publication record, with numerous papers published in SCI journals and over 100 invention patents authorized. Dr. Wei’s research has been recognized with awards, including the National Science and Technology Progress Second Prize. He is also involved in academic activities, having edited/co-edited several books and being a sought-after speaker at international conferences. Dr. Wei’s work has had practical applications, notably in China’s space program, where his research contributed to the development of the country’s first electric propulsion satellite.

Professional Profiles:

Scopus Profile

Education:

Prof. Dr. Liqiu Wei has been a prominent figure in academia, making significant contributions to the field of engineering. His academic journey began at Harbin Institute of Technology, China, where he completed his Bachelor’s in Electric Engineering in July 2001. This was followed by a Master’s degree in Electric Engineering, which he pursued from September 2002 to July 2004. Building on his solid foundation, Prof. Wei went on to earn his Ph.D. in Power Machinery and Engineering from the same institution, a testament to his dedication and expertise in the field. His commitment to academia and research is evident in his career trajectory, starting as an Assistant Professor at Harbin Institute of Technology in July 2009. He continued to excel, earning promotions to Associate Professor in December 2012 and eventually Professor in December 2017, a position he holds with pride to this day. Throughout his academic journey, Prof. Wei has received numerous accolades, including the Natural Science Academic Achievement Award of Heilongjiang Province in 2009, the Award of Science and Technology for Colleges and Universities in 2013, and the Patent Excellence Award of Heilongjiang Province in 2022, among others. His work and dedication have truly made a mark in the field of engineering.

Academic and Honors:

Prof. Dr. Liqiu Wei’s exceptional achievements have been recognized through a series of prestigious awards and honors. In 2009, he received the Natural Science Academic Achievement Award of Heilongjiang Province, highlighting his early contributions to the field. His dedication to advancing science and technology in academia was further acknowledged in 2013 with the Award of Science and Technology for Colleges and Universities. As his career progressed, Prof. Wei’s innovative research earned him the Science and Technology Invention Award of the Ministry of Education in 2017. This was followed by the First Prize of Military Science and Technology Progress Award in 2018, showcasing his impact on military advancements. In 2019, he received the 2nd Prize for Scientific and Technological Progress of China Light Industry Federation, the Excellent Scientists and Technologists of China Electronics Society award, and the 2nd Award of the Scientific and Technological Progress of the State, China, underscoring his broad influence across various sectors. Prof. Wei’s commitment to excellence in research and development was further recognized with the Patent Excellence Award of Heilongjiang Province in 2022 and the 2nd Award for National Defense Science and Technology Progress in 2023. These accolades stand as a testament to his outstanding contributions and leadership in the field of engineering.

Research and Innovations:

Prof. Dr. Liqiu Wei has an extensive academic and research background, with a focus on Power Machinery and Engineering. He has been a key figure at Harbin Institute of Technology, China, contributing significantly to the institution’s academic excellence and research achievements. Joining as an Assistant Professor in July 2009, he quickly progressed to the role of Associate Professor in December 2012, showcasing his dedication and expertise in the field. Currently serving as a Professor since December 2017, Prof. Wei continues to inspire and mentor students and fellow researchers. Prof. Wei’s academic journey began with a Bachelor’s in Electric Engineering, followed by a Master’s in Electric Engineering, both from Harbin Institute of Technology. He pursued his Ph.D. in Power Machinery and Engineering at the same institution, demonstrating a strong commitment to advancing his knowledge and skills in his field. Throughout his career, Prof. Wei has received numerous accolades and awards, including the Natural Science Academic Achievement Award of Heilongjiang Province in 2009 and the Award of Science and Technology for Colleges and Universities in 2013. His research has been recognized with prestigious honors such as the Science and Technology Invention Award of the Ministry of Education in 2017 and the First Prize of Military Science and Technology Progress Award in 2018. He has also been acknowledged for his contributions to the field by being awarded the Excellent Scientists and Technologists of China Electronics Society in 2019 and the Patent Excellence Award of Heilongjiang Province in 2022, among others.

Research Achievements:

Prof. Dr. Liqiu Wei has completed more than 20 projects as a project leader, including the National Natural Science Foundation of China and National Defense Basic Scientific Research, among others. He has published over 100 SCI papers, with 75 in the past 5 years, and has authorized more than 100 invention patents. He has received 9 awards, including the National Science and Technology Progress Second Prize. He has edited or co-edited 5 Chinese and English books, and has been invited to present 11 international conference reports. Focusing on transient process and control issues of electric propulsion systems, he has discovered a new plasma oscillation mode-excitation/discharge coupling oscillation. He has proposed a theoretical evaluation criteria for in-orbit ignition margin of Hall thrusters, built stabilizing theory for discharge low-frequency oscillation, and provided stable conditions. He has also proposed an integrated design method for in-orbit low-frequency oscillation suppression and monitoring. The research results have been successfully applied to China’s first electric propulsion satellite SJ-17 and were validated in orbit with the first launch of Long March 5 in November 2016.

Publications:

Liu, X., Li, H., Che, X., … Yu, D., Mao, W. (2024). Optimizing a Hall thruster with aft-loaded magnetic field by aft-loading design of gas flow. Vacuum, 222, 112987.

Ren, Z., Zhou, L., Wei, L., … Li, H., Ding, Y. (2024). Utilizing the L-curve criterion for the inverse magnetostatic problem of Hall drift current estimation. Journal of Physics D: Applied Physics, 57(13), 135204.

Wang, L., Ding, R., Liu, Z., … Wei, L., Ding, Y. (2024). Discharge characteristics of 100-W Hall thrusters under position matching between the anode and zero-magnetic-field region. Vacuum, 221, 112942.

Liu, X., Li, H., Peng, Z., … Yu, D., Mao, W. (2024). Experimental study on the discharge of a xenon-assisted krypton Hall thruster. Acta Astronautica, 216, pp. 295–303.

Ji, T., Wei, L., Luo, X., … Zhu, X., Ding, Y. (2024). Analysis of internal material characteristics of cathode crater of micro-cathodic arc thruster. Vacuum, 220, 112785.

Yang, X., Wei, L., Jiang, W., … Li, H., Ding, Y. (2024). Effect of Anode Configuration on Ionization Characteristic in Miniature Ion Thrusters. IEEE Transactions on Plasma Science.

Ma, H., Zhou, L., Wang, Z., … Hu, Y., Ding, Y. (2023). Plasma dynamics of Hall thrusters under pulsating operation. Vacuum, 217, 112532.

Li, J., Wei, L., Hu, Y., … Li, H., Ding, Y. (2023). Perturbation indicator for Hall effect thruster operating state based on statistical characteristics of breathing oscillation time scale signals. Advances in Space Research, 72(9), pp. 3595–3605.

Wang, L., Li, Y., Wang, Z., … Wei, L., Ding, Y. (2023). Effects of the magnetic field intensity on pole erosion of low-power Hall thrusters. Journal of Physics D: Applied Physics, 56(34), 345204.

Fan, H., Wang, S., Li, P., … Guo, N., Ding, Y. (2023). Magnetic field optimization of hall thruster with large height-radius ratio for high specific impulse operation. Physica Scripta, 98(8), 085528.

Assist Prof Dr. Indradeep Kumar : Aeronautical Engineering

Associate Professor of Institute of Aeronautical Engineering, India

She remarkable academic journey, extensive research contributions, and dedication to the field of psychology are truly commendable. Your wealth of knowledge and diverse skill set reflect a deep commitment to understanding and addressing critical issues such as bullying, inclusion, and socialization.

🔬 She successful completion of a PhD in Psychology, along with the numerous advanced courses and workshops, showcases your continuous pursuit of excellence and expertise in your field.

🏆 The awards and recognitions, including the First Place in the Poster Award at the University of Stavanger, underscore the impact of your research and the high regard it holds in the academic community.

Professional Profiles:

Objective:

Dedicated Educationist with superior analytical and problem-solving skills seeking a long-term opportunity as an Educator. Aiming to pursue a challenging and rewarding career in research and creativity, with prospects of growth and self-actualization.

Education:

Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering (Full-time, 90.6%) Vels Institute of Science, Technology & Advanced Studies (VISTAS), Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
M.E. in Aeronautical Engineering (2nd Rank) St. Peter’s Institute of Higher Education and Research, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
B.E. in Aeronautical Engineering MATS University, Raipur, Chhattisgarh, India

Academic Experience:

B.E. Project: Title: Spy-Drone – A Drone with Spy (Stealth) Technology M.E. Project: Title: Single-Walled Carbon Nanotubes in Aerospace Short-Term Course (8 weeks): Course Title: Soft Nano Technology Organizer: I.I.T. Kharagpur under NPTEL.

Achievements:

Young Scientist Award on 5th May 2019 by the International Association of Research and Developed Organization (IARDO) at K.U. Home, Kasetsart University, Bangkok, Thailand Young Researcher Award on 5th May 2019 by the International Association of Research and Developed Organization (IARDO) at K.U. Home, Kasetsart University, Bangkok, Thailand Dedicated Innovative Technologist (Aerospace) by Innovative Scientific Research Professional, Malaysia, in Association with Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia in 2018 Vels University Research Fellowship Awardee from 2018 to 2021 Awarded at the International Conference by the Asian Council of Science and Management in 2010 in Singapore Finalist in Global Student Entrepreneur Awards (GSEA South Asia’15) “Innovation Readiness Series” from FICCI and The University of Texas IC2 Institute, Austin in 2012 1st Prize in the College level National Quiz Competition in August 2011 Selected for a Reality show by Bloomberg U.T.V. in Mumbai, India in October 2011 “Innovation Readiness Series” from FICCI and The University of Texas IC2 Institute, Austin in 2011

Indradeep Kumar ‘s citation metrics and indices from Google Scholar are as follows:

Cited by: All: 123, Since 2018: 120
Citations: 123 (All), 120 (Since 2018)
h-index: 5 (All), 5 (Since 2018)
i10-index: 2 (All), 2 (Since 2018)

These metrics showcase the impact of Kumar ‘s work within the academic community, demonstrating the number of citations his publications have received and the influence of his research output.

Publications:

A future prospects and current scenario of aluminium metal matrix composites characteristics

Published in Energy in 2018 with 43 citations.

Applications of Multifunctional Nanomaterials

Published in Energy in 2023 with 17 citations.

Development of dissimilar AA2014 and AA2024 based composite with nano-Si₃N₄ reinforcement by friction stir process technique

Published in Energy in 2023 with 7 citations.

Nanocraft—An Aircraft with Nanotechnology

Published in Energy in 2015 with 7 citations.

Nanomaterial-based energy storage and supply system in aircraft

Published in Energy in 2019 with 6 citations.

Nanotechnology in Aerospace and Structural Mechanics

Published in Energy in 2019 with 5 citations.