Xinyi Xie | Engineering | Best Paper Award

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Best Paper Award

XINYI XIE
Affiliation Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University
Country China
Scopus ID 57214753167
ORCID 0000-0002-3916-1229
Documents 18
Citations 81
h-index 6
Subject Area Engineering
Event  International Research Excellence and Best Paper Awards

XINYI XIE — Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University

Xinyi Xie of Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University, China, is recognized in this Best Paper Award profile for research in Engineering. The recognized paper, “Multi-Core-Fiber-Enabled Integrated Communication and Discrete Sensing in Smart Cable Systems: Experimental Demonstration,” investigates the use of multi-core fiber to integrate high-speed communication with discrete sensing-data backhaul in smart cable systems.[1]

Abstract

This article presents Xinyi Xie in connection with the Best Paper Award for research in Engineering. The recognized study demonstrates a smart cable architecture based on a 100 km weakly coupled four-core multi-core fiber (MCF), with two spatial cores assigned to bidirectional communication and two cores assigned to bidirectional sensing-data backhaul. The experimental system was evaluated using repeatered and unrepeatered configurations, including 500 km and 300 km laboratory links, respectively. Under the tested conditions, the communication system supported 400 Gbps operation, while the sensing path was evaluated using vibration-response measurements.[1]

Keywords

Best Paper Award, Xinyi Xie, Engineering, Multi-Core Fiber, Smart Cable Systems, Integrated Communication and Sensing, Discrete Sensing, Optical Fiber Communication, Space-Division Multiplexing, Sensing-Data Backhaul, Submarine Communication, Four-Core Fiber, 400 Gbps Communication, Marine Sensing, Optical Networks.[1]

Introduction

Smart cable systems extend optical communication infrastructure toward environmental and marine monitoring by incorporating sensing capabilities into cable-based networks. A major engineering challenge is enabling sensing data to coexist with high-capacity communication traffic while maintaining reliable optical transmission. The recognized study investigates a spatial-domain approach in which different cores of a multi-core fiber are assigned to communication and sensing-data functions.[1]

Research Profile

Xinyi Xie is affiliated with Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University in China and is associated with research in Engineering. According to the supplied Scopus profile information, the researcher has 18 documents, 81 citations, and an h-index of 6. The Scopus Author ID associated with this profile is 57214753167.The researcher is also identified through ORCID record 0000-0002-3916-1229. ORCID provides a persistent digital identifier intended to distinguish researchers and connect their scholarly contributions across research systems.[3]

Research Contributions

The recognized research presents a multi-core-fiber-enabled architecture for integrated communication and discrete sensing in smart cable systems. The experimental platform employs a 100 km weakly coupled four-core MCF, with separate spatial cores allocated to communication and sensing-data backhaul. The architecture is designed to avoid intentional sharing of the same optical core between high-capacity communication traffic and sensing-related data streams.[1]

Publication

The principal publication associated with this award profile is “Multi-Core-Fiber-Enabled Integrated Communication and Discrete Sensing in Smart Cable Systems: Experimental Demonstration.” The article was authored by Xinyi Xie, Hao Wu, Yucheng Fan, Yixin Gao, Songyi Zhang, Guoxiang Xu, Cheng Yang, Siyuan Wang, Rendong Xu, and Biao Huang, and was published in Sensors in 2026, Volume 26, Article 6018.[1]

Research Impact

The research contributes to the engineering development of smart cable architectures that combine high-capacity optical communication with discrete sensing-data transmission. By assigning different spatial cores to different functions, the demonstrated approach provides a framework for investigating how sensing infrastructure can be integrated with optical communication systems without intentionally placing both functions in the same optical core.[1]

Award Recognition

Xinyi Xie is recognized in this Best Paper Award profile for the research contribution represented by “Multi-Core-Fiber-Enabled Integrated Communication and Discrete Sensing in Smart Cable Systems: Experimental Demonstration.” The recognized work addresses an emerging engineering problem involving the integration of optical communication and discrete sensing within smart cable infrastructure.[1]

Conclusion

Xinyi Xie of Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University, China, is featured in this Best Paper Award profile for research in Engineering. The recognized publication demonstrates a four-core multi-core-fiber smart cable architecture in which communication and discrete sensing data are routed through separate spatial cores. The experimental study reports 400 Gbps communication testing, long-distance laboratory validation, and sensing-response measurements, providing a technical basis for further investigation of integrated communication and sensing in smart cable systems.[1]

External Links

References

  1. Xie, X., Wu, H., Fan, Y., Gao, Y., Zhang, S., Xu, G., Yang, C., Wang, S., Xu, R., & Huang, B. (2026).
    Multi-Core-Fiber-Enabled Integrated Communication and Discrete Sensing in Smart Cable Systems: Experimental Demonstration.
    Sensors, 26(19), 6018.
    https://doi.org/10.3390/s26196018
  2. Scopus. (n.d.). Scopus Author Profile: Xinyi Xie.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=57214753167
  3. ORCID. (n.d.). ORCID Profile: Xinyi Xie.
    https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3916-1229
  4. Best Paper Awards. (n.d.).
    https://bestpaperawards.com/

Dao Hua Zhang | Engineering | Best Paper Award

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Best Paper Award

DAO HUA ZHANG
Affiliation Shenzhen Pinghu Laboratory
Country China
Scopus ID 7405357983
ORCID 0000-0002-5853-254X
Documents 413
Citations 6,408
h-index 41
Subject Area Engineering
Event  International Research Excellence and Best Paper Awards

DAO HUA ZHANG — Shenzhen Pinghu Laboratory

DAO HUA ZHANG of Shenzhen Pinghu Laboratory, China, is recognized with the Best Paper Award for research in Engineering. His recognized paper, “Low-Resistivity Au-Free Ohmic Contacts for Diamond,” focuses on the development of low-resistivity, gold-free ohmic contacts for diamond-based electronic and semiconductor applications.[1]

Abstract

This article recognizes DAO HUA ZHANG with the Best Paper Award for research in Engineering. The recognized study investigates Au-free ohmic contacts for diamond and reports a Ti/Al/Ti/TiN multilayer metal structure. The optimized contact achieved a specific ohmic contact resistance of 3.9 × 10−5 Ω·cm2, while a diamond Schottky barrier diode fabricated using the optimized contact demonstrated a breakdown voltage of 1770 V.[1]

Keywords

Best Paper Award, DAO HUA ZHANG, Engineering, Low-Resistivity Ohmic Contacts, Au-Free Ohmic Contacts, Diamond Electronics, Diamond Semiconductor, Ti/Al/Ti/TiN, Schottky Barrier Diodes, Semiconductor Engineering, Electrical Contacts, Advanced Materials, Diamond Technology, Power Electronics.[1]

Introduction

Diamond is an important material for advanced semiconductor and electronic applications because of its distinctive electrical and thermal properties. The development of reliable, low-resistance electrical contacts is an important engineering consideration for the practical implementation of diamond-based devices. The recognized study investigates Au-free ohmic contact technology as an approach for improving electrical interfaces in diamond semiconductor devices.[1]

Research Profile

DAO HUA ZHANG is affiliated with Shenzhen Pinghu Laboratory in China and works within the field of Engineering. The supplied Scopus profile records 413 documents, 6,408 citations, and an h-index of 41. His ORCID identifier is 0000-0002-5853-254X, providing a persistent identifier for his scholarly research record.[2]

Research Contributions

The recognized paper develops an Au-free ohmic contact using a Ti/Al/Ti/TiN multilayer structure. The published research reports that the optimized contact achieved a specific ohmic contact resistance of 3.9 × 10−5 Ω·cm2. The study also examines the metal-diamond interface and investigates the relationship between the multilayer structure, annealing conditions, and contact performance.[1]

Publication

The principal publication associated with this award profile is “Low-Resistivity Au-Free Ohmic Contacts for Diamond.” The article was authored by Tianhe Mi, Peng Wang, Senchuan Ding, Meixue Zong, Haolin Hu, and Dao Hua Zhang and published in Electronics Letters. The DOI assigned to the article is 10.1049/ell2.70574.[1]

Research Impact

The research is relevant to the development of diamond-based electronic devices where low-resistance electrical contacts are required. The reported Au-free contact structure provides an approach for investigating electrical interfaces without relying on gold-containing contact layers.[1]

Award Recognition

DAO HUA ZHANG is recognized with the Best Paper Award in Engineering for the research contribution represented by “Low-Resistivity Au-Free Ohmic Contacts for Diamond.” The recognized work addresses electrical contact technology for diamond semiconductor applications and presents experimentally reported results for an Au-free ohmic contact structure.[1]

Conclusion

DAO HUA ZHANG of Shenzhen Pinghu Laboratory, China, is recognized with the Best Paper Award for research in Engineering. His recognized paper investigates low-resistivity Au-free ohmic contacts for diamond using a Ti/Al/Ti/TiN multilayer structure. The study reports a specific contact resistance of 3.9 × 10−5 Ω·cm2 and a diamond Schottky barrier diode breakdown voltage of 1770 V.[1]

External Links

References

  1. Mi, T., Wang, P., Ding, S., Zong, M., Hu, H., & Zhang, D. H. (2026).
    Low-Resistivity Au-Free Ohmic Contacts for Diamond.
    https://doi.org/10.1049/ell2.70574
  2. Scopus. (n.d.).Scopus Author Profile: DAO HUA ZHANG.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=7405357983
  3. ORCID. (n.d.).ORCID Profile: DAO HUA ZHANG.
    https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5853-254X
  4. Best Paper Awards. (n.d.)
    https://bestpaperawards.com/

Wenjie feng | Engineering | Best Paper Award

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Best Paper Award

Wenjie Feng
Affiliation Shijiazhuang Tiedao University
Country China
Scopus ID 12752270200 
Documents 216
Citations 3,303
h-index 30
Subject Area Engineering
Event International Research Excellence and Best Paper Awards

Wenjie Feng

Wenjie Feng of Shijiazhuang Tiedao University, China is recognized with the Best Paper Award for research excellence in the field of Engineering. The recognized research, titled “Subcritical growth of penny-shaped fatigue cracks in a superconducting cylinder induced by the axial periodic motion of a permanent magnet”, investigates the subcritical growth behavior of penny-shaped fatigue cracks in a superconducting cylinder under the influence of axial periodic motion generated by a permanent magnet. [2]

Abstract

This article recognizes Wenjie Feng with the Best Paper Award for research excellence in Engineering. The recognized paper, “Subcritical growth of penny-shaped fatigue cracks in a superconducting cylinder induced by the axial periodic motion of a permanent magnet”, focuses on the behavior of penny-shaped fatigue cracks in a superconducting cylinder subjected to axial periodic motion induced by a permanent magnet. [2]

Keywords

Best Paper Award, Wenjie Feng, Engineering, Shijiazhuang Tiedao University, Fatigue Crack Growth, Penny-Shaped Cracks, Superconducting Cylinder, Permanent Magnet, Axial Periodic Motion, Crack Propagation, Fracture Mechanics, Fatigue Mechanics, Structural Integrity, Superconducting Systems, Mechanical Engineering.

Introduction

The recognized research examines the subcritical growth of penny-shaped fatigue cracks in a superconducting cylinder under the influence of axial periodic motion of a permanent magnet. Fatigue crack propagation is an important engineering consideration because progressive crack growth can influence the durability, reliability, and structural integrity of engineered components. [2]

Research Profile

Wenjie Feng is affiliated with Shijiazhuang Tiedao University in China and is associated with the subject area of Engineering. The provided academic information records 216 documents, 3,303 citations, and an h-index of 30. [1]

Research Contributions

The recognized paper contributes to engineering research by examining the subcritical propagation of penny-shaped fatigue cracks within a superconducting cylinder. Its focus on crack growth under axial periodic motion provides a specific framework for considering fatigue behavior in a mechanically dynamic environment. [2]

Publications

The principal publication associated with this recognition is “Subcritical growth of penny-shaped fatigue cracks in a superconducting cylinder induced by the axial periodic motion of a permanent magnet.” The supplied information identifies this paper as the research basis for the Best Paper Award recognition in Engineering. [2]

Rsearch Impact

The provided academic information records 3,303 citations across 216 documents, together with an h-index of 30. [1] These indicators provide evidence of a substantial indexed scholarly record and significant citation activity associated with the researcher’s publications.

Award Suitability

The Best Paper Award recognizes research demonstrating academic quality, relevance, originality, and meaningful contribution to its respective discipline. The recognized work by Wenjie Feng aligns with these objectives through its focused investigation of fatigue crack growth in a superconducting cylinder subjected to axial periodic motion induced by a permanent magnet. [2]

Conclusion

Wenjie Feng is recognized with the Best Paper Award for research addressing subcritical fatigue crack growth in a superconducting cylinder under axial periodic motion induced by a permanent magnet. The recognized publication, “Subcritical growth of penny-shaped fatigue cracks in a superconducting cylinder induced by the axial periodic motion of a permanent magnet,” presents a focused engineering investigation of fatigue crack behavior. [2]

External Links

Reference

  1. Wenjie Feng – Scopus Author Profile.
    Scopus Author ID 12752270200.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=12752270200
  2. Best Paper Awards – International Research Excellence and Best Paper Awards.
     https://bestpaperawards.com/

Huimin Wang | Engineering | Best Paper Award

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Best Paper Award

Huimin Wang
Affiliation Southwest Jiaotong University
Country China
Documents 62
Citations 1,567
h-index 22
Subject Area Engineering
Event Best Paper Awards

Huimin Wang

Southwest Jiaotong University, China, is recognized for significant contributions in engineering research and electrical machine systems. This article highlights the academic profile, research influence, and award recognition of Huimin Wang, focusing on the paper titled Guest Editorial: Reliability Oriented Electrical Machine Systems: Topology, Design, Monitoring, Diagnostic Techniques, and Control.

Abstract

This article recognizes Huimin Wang for receiving the Best Paper Award and highlights the importance of the publication focused on reliability-oriented electrical machine systems. The research explores topology design, monitoring systems, diagnostic methods, and advanced control strategies to improve system reliability, efficiency, and performance in engineering applications.

Keywords

Electrical Machine Systems, Reliability Engineering, System Design, Monitoring, Diagnostics, Control Systems, Engineering Innovation.

Introduction

Electrical machine systems play a vital role in modern engineering applications, requiring high reliability and efficiency. Advances in system topology, monitoring techniques, and intelligent control methods contribute significantly to improving system performance and operational safety.

Research Profile

Huimin Wang has authored 62 academic publications with 1,567 citations and an h-index of 22. The research demonstrates consistent contributions in engineering, particularly in electrical machine systems, diagnostics, and system reliability.

Research Contributions

The awarded paper emphasizes reliability-focused design and advanced diagnostic strategies in electrical machine systems. It integrates monitoring techniques and control mechanisms to enhance operational stability and long-term system efficiency in engineering applications.

Research Impact

The research has contributed to advancements in engineering systems by improving reliability and performance standards. Citation metrics indicate growing recognition within the scientific and engineering community, supporting further research and innovation.

Award Suitability

The Best Paper Award recognizes outstanding research contributions demonstrating innovation, technical excellence, and practical impact. This work aligns with these criteria by presenting advanced methodologies for reliable electrical machine system design and control.

Conclusion

Huimin Wang’s research contributes significantly to the field of engineering by advancing reliable electrical machine systems. The awarded publication reflects innovation, technical expertise, and strong academic impact within the global research community.

References

  1. Sliding-mode observer-based speed-sensorless vector control of linear induction motor with a parallel secondary resistance online identification.
    https://digital-library.theiet.org/doi/10.1049/iet-epa.2018.0049
  2. Google Scholar. (n.d.). Huimin Wang research profile. Retrieved from https://scholar.google.com

External Links

1.Best Paper Awards Official Website
2.Google Scholar

Priscilla Nelson | Engineering | Best Paper Award

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Best Paper Award

The Body Underground: A Biological Framework for Infrastructure Health, Regulation and Resilience
Priscilla Nelson
Affiliation Colorado School of Mines
Country United States
Article Title The Body Underground: A Biological Framework for Infrastructure Health, Regulation and Resilience
Scopus ID 7402246675
Article Type Research Article
Article Views 673
Reference Count 24
Award Category Best Paper Award
Event International Research Excellence and Best Paper Awards
Google Scholar 3hezpIkAAAAJ&hl

The Best Paper Award recognizes scholarly contributions that advance disciplinary knowledge through originality, methodological rigor, and measurable academic impact. This recognition highlights the work of Priscilla Nelson of the Colorado School of Mines for her article, The Body Underground: A Biological Framework for Infrastructure Health, Regulation and Resilience. Published in MDPI in 2026, the study explores infrastructure systems through a biologically inspired framework that integrates resilience, regulation, and long-term performance evaluation, contributing to contemporary engineering research and interdisciplinary infrastructure science.[1]

Abstract

This award-recognized article presents an interdisciplinary framework that interprets infrastructure systems through biological principles of health, adaptation, regulation, and resilience. The study examines how engineering networks can be assessed similarly to living systems, emphasizing continuous monitoring, response mechanisms, and long-term sustainability. By integrating concepts from biology, systems engineering, and resilience science, the research offers a novel perspective on infrastructure management. The framework supports improved understanding of infrastructure behavior under stress and changing environmental conditions while encouraging proactive maintenance and adaptive governance strategies. The work contributes to emerging discussions surrounding resilient infrastructure planning and engineering innovation.[2]

Keywords

Infrastructure Health; Urban Systems; Community Resilience; Underground Systems.

Introduction

Modern infrastructure systems face increasing demands arising from urbanization, environmental variability, aging assets, and technological complexity. Traditional engineering approaches often evaluate infrastructure through isolated performance metrics, whereas contemporary resilience research emphasizes interconnected and adaptive system behavior. The article investigates how biological concepts can provide a useful analogy for understanding infrastructure health and long-term functionality, creating a foundation for more integrated approaches to engineering management and policy development.[2]

Research Profile

Priscilla Nelson is an engineering scholar associated with the Colorado School of Mines whose research interests encompass infrastructure systems, resilience engineering, sustainability, and interdisciplinary approaches to complex societal challenges. With a Scopus Author ID of 7402246675, 63 indexed documents, 793 citations, and an h-index of 12, her scholarly record reflects substantial engagement with infrastructure-related research and engineering innovation across multiple domains.[3]

Scientific Background

Biological systems maintain functionality through regulation, adaptation, feedback mechanisms, and recovery processes. Infrastructure networks similarly require monitoring, maintenance, and adaptive responses to disturbances. Previous resilience research has explored system dynamics and risk management, but fewer studies have directly employed biological frameworks to conceptualize infrastructure health. This article builds upon interdisciplinary scholarship by connecting biological theory with engineering practice, thereby expanding the conceptual tools available for infrastructure assessment and governance.[4]

Methodology

The study employs a conceptual and analytical methodology that synthesizes biological principles with engineering resilience literature. Through comparative examination of living organisms and infrastructure systems, the research identifies common characteristics related to health assessment, regulation, adaptation, and recovery. The framework is developed through interdisciplinary integration of theoretical sources and engineering perspectives, enabling the formulation of a structured model for interpreting infrastructure performance under changing conditions and external stresses.[2]

Key Findings

The article demonstrates that infrastructure systems can be understood more effectively when viewed as dynamic entities possessing characteristics comparable to biological organisms. The framework highlights the importance of continuous monitoring, adaptive management, and systemic feedback mechanisms. It further suggests that infrastructure resilience depends not only on physical robustness but also on regulatory capacity and organizational adaptability. These findings encourage broader adoption of interdisciplinary approaches within infrastructure planning and engineering decision-making processes.[2]

Scientific Contributions

A significant contribution of the research lies in its development of a biological framework for infrastructure health that bridges conceptual boundaries between engineering and life sciences. The work advances resilience theory by introducing new interpretative models for infrastructure assessment and management. It also encourages researchers and policymakers to consider infrastructure systems as adaptive networks requiring ongoing regulation, learning, and recovery mechanisms, thereby enriching discussions surrounding sustainable engineering and resilient urban development.[4]

Conclusion

The recognition of this publication through the Best Paper Award reflects its scholarly value and interdisciplinary significance within engineering research. By integrating biological concepts into infrastructure science, the article provides a distinctive framework for understanding resilience, health, and long-term system sustainability. Its conceptual contributions support future research, policy discussions, and practical applications aimed at enhancing infrastructure performance in increasingly complex and uncertain environments.[1]

References

  1. MDPI. (2026). The Body Underground: A Biological Framework for Infrastructure Health, Regulation and Resilience.
    https://doi.org/10.3390/urbansci10040201
  2. MDPI. (2026). Buildings Journal: Urban Science.
    https://www.mdpi.com/journal/urbansci
  3. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Priscilla Nelson, Author ID 7402246675. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=7402246675
  4. Wiley Online Library. (2025). Beyond Equations: From Models to Materials to Society: Reframing the Future of Underground Engineering.
    https://doi.org/10.1002/jci3.70012
  5. Google Scholar. (n.d.). Scholar profile and citation metrics for Priscilla Nelson.
    https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=3hezpIkAAAAJ&hl=en