ICAC2024 – The Chinese Automation and Computing Society in the UK

The 29th International Conference on Automation and Computing (ICAC 2024)

Sunderland, UK, 28-30 Aug. 2024.

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ICAC 2024

The 2024 International Conference on Automation and Computing (ICAC 2024) was successfully held at the University of Sunderland, UK on 28-30 Aug 2024.

Conference Theme: Smart Systems and Digital Healthcare

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Paper submission deadline: ~~31 March 2024~~ (extended to 30 April 2024)

Notification of acceptance: ~~31 May 2024~~ (extended to 8 June 2024)

Camera-ready copy due: ~~30 June 2024~~ (extended to 10 July 2024)

Paper registration deadline: 17 July 2024

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Poster submission deadline: 15 July 2024

Notification of acceptance: 22 July 2024

Registration deadline: 29 July 2024

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Prof Ning Hu

Vice President of Hebei University of Technology, China

Title:

Damage Inspection and Monitoring Based on Zero-frequency Mode of Nonlinear Lamb Waves

Abstract

From the nineteen nineties to date, non-linear ultrasonic Lamb waves have been extensively investigated. Some substantive breakthroughs in fundamental theories, methodologies and practical engineering applications for the on-line monitoring and off-line evaluation of structures, materials and equipment have been obtained. However, in general, the research works in this field have been mainly focused on second harmonics. Moreover, to satisfy the conditions to generate the cumulative second harmonics caused by micro-damages (e.g., micro cracks) or material nonlinearities, the current techniques based on non-linear ultrasonic Lamb waves mainly employ the wave pairs of primary wave mode and second harmonic mode, which are chosen in high frequency domain, e.g., S1-S2. The disadvantages of this technique are obvious, e.g., employment of expensive devices, weak signals, low capability of anti-noise interference, etc. To overcome the above mentioned disadvantages, we will mainly describe some recent achievements on zero-frequency mode of nonlinear Lamb waves in our group in this speech. By using perturbation method and mode superposition technique with consideration of zero-frequency mode, we theoretically studied the solutions of non-linear wave equation and derived the generation conditions and characteristics of sum-frequency, difference-frequency and second harmonic wave modes. We revealed the generation mechanism and the feature of symmetric-deformation mode of zero-frequency signal induced by material nonlinearities. Moreover, by using numerical simulations and experiments, we explored the generation and propagation characteristics of zero-frequency mode and verified its distinctive advantages at the aspects of signal intensity and signal variation characteristics versus propagation distance compared with traditional second harmonics. The above achievements will promote the research and development of the evaluation and monitoring techniques for early-stage micro-damages, property degradation of materials, etc., based on non-linear ultrasonic Lamb waves.

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Dr. Hu finished his education from undergraduate to PhD in Chongqing University, China from 1981-1991. After graduation, he has been working at Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics (China), Tohoku University (Japan), Tsinghua University (China), The Johns Hopkins University (USA), Chiba University (Japan), Hunan University (China) and Chongqing University (China) as Post-doctoral researcher, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor and Full Professor. Before his back to China in 2013, he was a Full Professor, the Chairman of Department of Mechanical Engineering, and the Head of Division of Artificial System Science, Chiba University (Japan). From the end of 2013, he founded College of Aerospace Engineering in Chongqing University (China) and worked as the first Dean. From April, 2019, he started his work as a vice president of Hebei University of Technology (China).

His main research interests include: solids mechanics, functional and structural nanocomposites and conventional fiber reinforced composites, analysis and design of metal and composite structures, computational materials science (e.g., multi-scale simulations), on-line structural health monitoring and off-line non-destructive evaluation techniques, sensing/energy harvesting techniques, etc. To date, in the above fields, he has published 3 books in English, 1 textbook in Chinese, and generated around 650 peer-reviewed journal articles in Chinese, English and Japanese (including 560 SCI English journal papers). These articles have been cited over 20000 times with H-Index=68. Also, he has obtained over 40 Japanese and Chinese patents. He is now working as Associate Editor and an Editorial Board Member of 13 academic journals including 11 international academic journals. He has also received some important awards, e.g., “Outstanding Young Scholar from NSF (Type B), China, 2007”, “National Distinguished Experts (Thousand Talents Plan ), China, 2013”, etc. He was also selected by Elsevier as one of “The Most Highly Cited Chinese Researcher” from 2014 to 2023 in the field of mechanics of materials and mechanical engineering. He was also continuously selected as World’s Top 2% Scientists (Career Scientific Impact and Single year Scientific Impact) from 2020-2023.

Prof Hongnian Yu

Edinburgh Napier University, UK

Title:

Healthcare 5.0: Impacts of Industry 5.0 on Healthcare

Abstract

From the early 21st century to the present, the integration of Industry 5.0 principles into healthcare has sparked significant advancements. Healthcare 5.0, characterized by the fusion of human-centric design and cutting-edge technologies such as AI, robotics, IoT, and smart devices, has revolutionized elderly care and personalized care. However, initial implementations have primarily focused on leveraging AI for data analysis and telemedicine for remote care. Despite these strides, challenges such as data privacy, equitable access, and maintaining the human touch in elderly interactions persist. To address these issues, this talk will highlight recent breakthroughs in seamless human-adaptive cyber-physical systems, real-time health monitoring through smart devices, and advanced AI-driven predictive analytics. By examining the integration of these technologies, we will uncover how they enhance diagnostic accuracy, improve the quality of life for the elderly, and streamline healthcare systems while ensuring ethical considerations are met. The achievements discussed will underscore the potential of Healthcare 5.0 to transform the healthcare landscape, promoting a future where technology and human expertise coalesce to deliver superior people-centered care.

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Dr. Hongnian Yu, a professor at Edinburgh Napier University’s School of Computing, Engineering, and the Built Environment, boasts a remarkable career in academia, marked by his extensive teaching, research, and leadership roles across various UK universities. His research interests are diverse and impactful, spanning robotics, digital healthcare, and intelligent systems. His exceptional track record includes supervising over 26 PhD theses and 20 Master by Research theses to completion, examining more than 30 theses, and training 12 post-doctoral fellows. He has an impressive publication record with over 250 research papers and has secured approximately £10 million in research grants from prestigious organizations such as the UK EPSRC, the Royal Society, the EU, and industry partners. His funding success underscores his expertise in grant applications and his ability to lead and build effective research teams.

Notably, Dr. Yu has coordinated significant international projects, including the EPSRC-funded Human Adaptive Mechatronics project and the EU-funded Real-time Adaptive Networked Control of Rescue Robots and Smart Robots for Fire-Fighting projects. He also co-founded and co-chaired the pioneering EAST (Asia) – WEST (Europe) consortium, which has secured several large EU-funded projects, including EAST-WEST (€300K), eLINK (€5.5 million), Sustainable E-Tourism (€2.5 million), cLINK (€2.5 million), and FUSION (€3 million). His research collaborations extend to over 30 countries, earning him numerous awards, such as the F.C. William Premium, best conference paper awards, and Gold Medals at INNOVA and the International Exhibition of Inventions in Geneva.

A member of the EPSRC Peer Review College, Dr. Yu also holds fellowships with the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IeT), the Royal Society for the Encouragement of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce (RSA), and is a senior member of IEEE. His commitment to advancing robotics, intelligent control, and applied artificial intelligence, particularly in digital healthcare and manufacturing systems, highlights his significant contributions to these fields. Dr. Yu’s work exemplifies the integration of emerging technologies into practical applications, demonstrating a strong dedication to innovative research and international collaboration, advancing both healthcare and manufacturing systems.