Dr. Yunchao Qi, North University of China, China.
Dr. Yunchao Qi 
is a distinguished researcher and educator specializing in engineering mechanics and materials science. He holds a Doctorate in Engineering from Harbin Institute of Technology and is currently affiliated with the School of Aerospace Engineering, North University of China. With expertise in the mechanical properties and structural design of composites and machine learning applications in materials engineering, he has published extensively in leading journals. Dr. Qi’s professional journey reflects his commitment to innovation and excellence in engineering, contributing to advancements in composites and materials science. 
Publication Profile
Education and Experience
- Bachelor of Engineering in Engineering Mechanics, Northwestern Polytechnical University (2012–2016)
- Doctor of Engineering in Engineering Mechanics, Harbin Institute of Technology (2016–2022)
AVIC Chengdu Aircraft Industrial (Group) CO., Ltd., Chengdu, China (2023/02–2024/05)- North University of China, Taiyuan, China (2024/05–Present)
Summary Suitability For the Award
Dr. Yunchao Qi is an exemplary candidate for the Best Researcher Award, given his groundbreaking contributions to the field of engineering mechanics, particularly in the mechanical properties characterization and structural design of composites. His research seamlessly integrates advanced methodologies, such as machine learning, into materials engineering, significantly advancing both academic understanding and practical applications.
Professional Development
Dr. Yunchao Qi has actively developed his expertise through interdisciplinary research combining materials science, mechanical properties, and machine learning applications. 
His innovative approaches have advanced the understanding of composites, including needled composites, their structural design, and thermal optimization using AI techniques. 
With over eight high-impact publications in prestigious journals and a solid academic foundation, Dr. Qi’s work bridges theory and application, enabling practical solutions in aerospace and material engineering. 
His contributions to academia and industry highlight his dedication to fostering progress in mechanical engineering and composites. 
Research Focus
Dr. Yunchao Qi’s research centers on the mechanical properties characterization and structural design of composites, including needled and 3D fiber-reinforced materials. 
He also explores machine learning applications in materials engineering, such as designing thermal cloaks with isotropic materials and optimizing composite structures. 
His work integrates traditional engineering principles with cutting-edge AI methods to enhance the performance, reliability, and efficiency of advanced materials, significantly contributing to aerospace and materials science. 
Dr. Qi’s research showcases a fusion of innovation, sustainability, and practical implementation. 
Awards and Honors
Best Paper Award in Composite Materials at the National Engineering Conference, 2022.
Recognized as “Outstanding Young Researcher” by Harbin Institute of Technology, 2020.
Recipient of the National Doctoral Research Fellowship, China, 2018–2021.
Excellence in Innovation Award for Machine Learning Applications in Engineering, 2023.
Publication Top Notes
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In-plane tensile strength for needle-punched composites prepared by different needling processes, 2023, Chinese Journal of Materials Research, 1 citation.
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Process design of variable fiber content in layers of needle-punched preforms, 2023, Journal of Materials Science.
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Determination of needling process satisfying stiffness requirements of 3D needled composites, 2022, Polymer Composites, 5 citations.
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Design of thermal cloaks with isotropic materials based on machine learning, 2022, International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer, 21 citations.
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An improved analytical method for calculating stiffness of 3D needled composites with different needle-punched processes, 2020, Composite Structures, 24 citations.
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Optimization of process parameters of three-dimensional needled preforms for C/C-SiC composites, 2020, Journal of Materials Engineering, 5 citations.
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The optimization of process parameters of three-dimensional needled composites based on ANN and GA, 2019, ICCM International Conferences on Composite Materials.