Dr. Mojtaba Ahmadieh khanesar | Metrology | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Mojtaba Ahmadieh khanesar | Metrology | Best Researcher Award 

Dr. Mojtaba Ahmadieh khanesar | Metrology | University of Nottingham | United Kingdom

Dr. Mojtaba Ahmadieh Khanesar is a distinguished research fellow in optical metrology and machine learning at the Department of Mechanical, Materials and Manufacturing Engineering, University of Nottingham. He holds a Ph.D. in Control Engineering from K. N. Toosi University of Technology and has extensive experience in metrology, robotics, control systems, artificial intelligence, and machine learning. Throughout his career, Dr. Khanesar has contributed to internationally recognized projects funded by EPSRC, including Robodome imaging for high-performance aerostructures, HARISOM for precise industrial robot manipulation, and Chattyfactories for next-generation industrial systems, demonstrating proficiency in experimental design, data acquisition, and real-time control using advanced robotics platforms such as UR5, Baxter, Sawyer, and laser tracking systems. He has also supervised Ph.D. and undergraduate students, providing mentorship in control, robotics, and machine learning projects, and delivered lectures on Bayesian learning and reinforcement learning at the University of Nottingham. Dr. Khanesar has held research and teaching positions across Denmark, Turkey, Iran, and the United Kingdom, reflecting his global research engagement and collaborative approach. His research has been widely published, with 112 documents, 2,377 citations, and an h-index of 25, including publications in high-impact journals such as IEEE Transactions, Robotics, Mechanism and Machine Theory, and Sensors. His professional affiliations include SMIEEE, MIET, and MASME, highlighting his recognized standing in international technical communities.

Professional Profile: ORCID | Scopus

Selected Publications 

  1. Ahmadieh Khanesar, M. (2025). Inkjet printing of ZIF-67 based-polymer composite membranes. Separation and Purification Technology. 0 citations.

  2. Ahmadieh Khanesar, M. (2025). Multi-Objective Intelligent Industrial Robot Calibration Using Meta-Heuristic Optimization Approaches. Robotics. 0 citations.

  3. Ahmadieh Khanesar, M. (2025). Virtual Instrument for a Multi-illumination Dome System. Conference Paper. 0 citations.

  4. Ahmadieh Khanesar, M. (2023). Precision Denavit–Hartenberg Parameter Calibration for Industrial Robots Using a Laser Tracker System and Intelligent Optimization Approaches. Sensors, Basel, Switzerland. 25 citations.

  5. Ahmadieh Khanesar, M. (2023). A Neural Network Separation Approach for the Inclusion of Static Friction in Nonlinear Static Models of Industrial Robots. IEEE ASME Transactions on Mechatronics. 9 citations.

Mr. Minseop Sim | Measurement Award | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Minseop Sim | Measurement Award | Best Researcher Award 

Mr. Minseop Sim, agency for defense development, South Korea

Sim Minseop is a researcher at the Agency for Defense Development in the Republic of Korea, where he specializes in underwater acoustic sensors and sonar systems for naval applications. He holds degrees in Physics and Weapon System Engineering, focusing on advanced piezoelectric composites. Notably, he has developed innovative sonar systems using ferroelectric piezoelectric single crystal materials, achieving significant improvements in acoustic sensor performance. His work includes developing an analytical solution for 2-2 composites based on [011] poled single crystals, validated through finite element analysis and experimental measurements. Sim’s contributions to the field are pivotal for advancing the design and application of acoustic sensors.

Professional Profile:

Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award

Sim Minseop demonstrates a strong potential for the Best Researcher Award due to his innovative research in piezoelectric composites and underwater acoustic sensors, coupled with his significant contributions to the field of acoustic sensor design.

Education:

  1. Major: Physics and Weapon System Engineering
  2. Institution: Agency for Defense Development, Republic of Korea

Work Experience:

  1. Current Position:
    • Designation: Researcher
    • Institution/Organization: Agency for Defense Development
    • Specialization: Underwater acoustic sensors and sonar systems for destroyers; development of piezoelectric composites using ferroelectric piezoelectric single crystal materials.
  2. Key Contributions:
    • Research Focus: Designed and developed sonar systems for destroyers and explored alternatives to PZT in piezoelectric composites.
    • Achievements: Developed a new composite using [011] poled single crystal materials, leading to improved properties for acoustic sensors.
    • Analytical Work: Provided an analytical solution for material properties of 2-2 composites, validated through finite element analysis and high-frequency measurements.

Publication top Notes:

 

Derivation of Equivalent Material Coefficients of 2-2 Piezoelectric Single Crystal Composite

Theoretical and Experimental Studies on Sensitivity and Bandwidth of Thickness-Mode Driving Hydrophone Utilizing A 2-2 Piezoelectric Single Crystal Composite

Developing 2-2 Piezoelectric Composites based on Single Crystal for Thickness-Mode Driving Hydrophones

High power ultrasonic effect on soil compaction for different static pressure

Analysis of ultrasonic effect on powder and application to radioactive sample compaction

Notice of Removal: Improvement of compaction rate of radioactive samples for gamma spectrometry using high power ultrasound