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Innovative Insights Featured on AIP Publishing Showcase

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05.03.2025

Dr Lan and his research team have been recognised by the American Institute of Physics (AIP), with their latest study selected as a feature article on Kudos’ Showcase platform. The research, titled ‘Balancing Thrust and Energy Efficiency: Optimised Asymmetric Flapping Inspired by Batoid Locomotion’, explores how the unique swimming motion of stingrays can inspire more efficient designs for underwater vehicles.

By using advanced computer simulations, the team discovered that shorter, quicker downstrokes—similar to how stingrays naturally move—enhance thrust while reducing energy consumption. These findings could lead to the development of underwater vehicles and robots that move more efficiently, with potential applications in marine exploration and environmental monitoring.

Currently, Dr Lan and his team have three articles featured on the AIP Publishing Showcase homepage, highlighting their contributions to nature-inspired scientific research.

Dr Lan Awarded Outstanding Reviewer Award

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04.03.2025

Dr Lan has been honoured with the Outstanding Reviewer Award 2024, a prestigious accolade recognising his significant contributions to academic research. Congratulations!

Published in Physics of Fluids: Biomimetic Propulsion Study

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04.03.2025

Dr Lan, Dr Lai and their team have published a study in Physics of Fluids exploring how stingray-like asymmetric flapping enhances underwater propulsion. Using a NACA 0012 hydrofoil at a Reynolds number of 10,000 and NSGA-II optimisation, they identified six optimal motion patterns with brief downstrokes. Their findings reveal how harmonic tuning influences vortex dynamics, closely resembling natural swimming. This research provides key insights for designing efficient biomimetic aquatic robots, advancing underwater propulsion technology.

For more information please refer to https://doi.org/10.1063/5.0253805.

Hsing-Yun Huang and Thanh Kim Hua Earn Honours at CSME

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16.11.2024

Dr Lan’s students, Hsing-Yun Huang and Thanh Kim Hua, have achieved remarkable success at the CSME’s Student Paper Competition. Both were awarded Honourable Mentions for their outstanding research contributions, showcasing innovative approaches and technical excellence. Their achievements highlight the dedication and talent nurtured within Dr Lan’s mentorship, bringing pride to their academic community. Congratulations to both students!

Breakthrough in Manta-like Swimming Efficiency

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01.10.2024

A big congratulations to Dr Lai’s team and Dr Lan on the successful publication of their groundbreaking research in Physics of Fluids! Their study explores how manta-like swimming dynamics, specifically asymmetric motion parameters, can greatly enhance the efficiency of underwater unmanned vehicles. By investigating the effects of varying angles of attack and stroke duration, the research provides key insights into maximising thrust and propulsion efficiency. This work not only advances our understanding of aquatic biomechanics but also paves the way for innovative designs in biomimetic underwater technologies. Well done to the team on this impressive achievement!

For more information please refer to https://doi.org/10.1063/5.0229833.

Dr Lan Chairs Insect Flight Symposium at Kyoto Congress

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29.08.2024

Dr Lan recently chaired a symposium at the 27th International Congress of Entomology held in Kyoto, where he and his research team presented three papers on insect flight. Their studies, contributing substantial insights into the aerodynamics of insect wings, garnered considerable interest among the global entomological community.

Dr Lan Awarded IOP Trusted Reviewer Status

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12.06.2024

Dr Lan has been honoured with the IOP Trusted Reviewer Status, a prestigious accolade recognising his significant contributions to peer review. Congratulations!

Research Featured in Programme Newsletter, Issue 75

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21.03.2024

Dr Lan has been featured in Issue 75 of the Newsletter of the Programe in Aeronautics & Astronautics and Thermal Science & Fluid Dynamics, where his work at the AI-Lab is highlighted. This publication showcases the latest research and developments within the field, with a particular focus on Dr Lan’s contributions to advancing knowledge in aeronautics and machine learning.

Research Paper Published in 'Ocean Engineering': A Leap Forward

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12.01.2024

Heartfelt congratulations to Dr Lai’s team and Dr Lan on their seminal publication in ‘Ocean Engineering’. Their paper, ‘Strouhal number impact on propulsion efficiency in fully-active oscillating foils: Unpacking frequency, amplitude, and velocity relationships’, is not just a leap forward in marine technology but also holds immense potential for transforming oscillating foils technology across diverse realms, from the depths of the ocean to the intricacies of flapping flight.

For more information please refer to https://doi.org/10.1016/j.oceaneng.2024.116686.

Preliminary Odour Tracking Study Presented at CSME Conference

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01.12.2023

After presenting their preliminary research on odour tracking at the 40th CSME Conference in Changhua, Dr Lan and lab members Kim Thanh Hua and Hsing-Yun Huang balanced their celebratory moments with intellectual engagement. They interacted with scholars from various universities, exchanging ideas on biomimetics and enriching their academic perspectives.

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