Pan Hu is a Lecturer at the School of Electrical and Automation, Nantong University. He holds a Ph.D. in Instrument Science and Technology from Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics, and both M.A. and B.A. degrees in Electrical Engineering and Automation from Yangzhou University. His research interests include guided waves and acoustic emission. Pan Hu has led projects funded by the Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu Province and the Science and Technology Project Fund of Nantong City. He has published numerous papers in prestigious journals, focusing on damage monitoring, wireless localization, and weld inspection methods.
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š Education
Ph.D. in Instrument Science and Technology Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Nanjing, China. M.A. in Electrical Engineering and Automation Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, China. B.A. in Electrical Engineering and Automation Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, China
š« Professional Role
- Lecturer
- School of Electrical and Automation, Nantong University
š¬ Research Interests
- Guided waves
- Acoustic emission
š Research Projects
Natural Science Foundation of University in Jiangsu Province Grant 22KJB460006. Science and Technology Project Fund of Nantong City Grant JC12022055
š Research for Community Impact Award
Strengths for the Award:
- Innovative Research: Pan Hu’s work on guided waves and acoustic emission showcases significant innovation, particularly in wireless localization and flexible sensor arrays. This has substantial potential for practical applications in infrastructure monitoring and safety.
- Funded Projects: Pan Hu has secured grants from reputable sources like the Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu Province and Nantong City, demonstrating recognition and support for his impactful research.
- Published Works: The quality and relevance of Pan Hu’s publications in top-tier journals such as the IEEE Sensors Journal and Smart Materials and Structures underscore his contributions to advancing technology in non-destructive testing and structural health monitoring.
- Community Relevance: His research addresses critical issues in infrastructure safety and reliability, with direct implications for public safety and industrial applications. The methods developed for underwater weld inspections and rail damage monitoring directly contribute to safer transportation systems and industrial operations.
Areas for Improvement:
- Broader Collaboration: Expanding collaborations with other institutions and industry partners could amplify the practical application and dissemination of his research findings.
- Outreach and Impact: Increased efforts in communicating the impact of his research to a broader audience, including policymakers and the general public, could enhance the perceived value and community impact of his work.
šĀ Publications
- Title: Modal acoustic emission-based circumferential crack feature extractions for pipeline welds with L-shaped flexible sensor array
- Authors: P. Hu, X. Gui, X. Yu, L. Hua
- Journal: Nondestructive Testing and Evaluation
- Year: 2024
- Status: Article in Press
- Title: An on-line weld inspection method for underwater offshore structure based on an improved deep convolutional network
- Authors: R. Chen, P. Hu, X. Gui, L. Hua
- Journal: Nondestructive Testing and Evaluation
- Year: 2024
- Status: Article in Press
- Title: A Method of Quantitative Detection of Fatigue Crack Depth in Bottom Rails by Ultrasonic Guided Waves Based on PCA-SVM
- Authors: Y. Liu, Y. Chen, W. Zeng, X. Huang, S. Yu
- Journal: Journal of Testing and Evaluation
- Year: 2023
- Volume: 51
- Issue: 4
- Title: Wheel-Rail Contact-Induced Impact Vibration Analysis for Switch Rails Based on the VMD-SS Method
- Authors: P. Hu, H. Wang, C. Zhang, L. Hua, G. Tian
- Journal: Sensors
- Year: 2022
- Volume: 22
- Issue: 18
- Page: 6872
Conclusion:
Pan Hu is a strong candidate for the Research for Community Impact Award. His innovative research, significant funding, and impactful publications demonstrate a commitment to advancing technology that addresses critical community needs in safety and infrastructure. By enhancing collaboration and outreach, his work can further elevate its impact and benefit to society.