Professor
Phone: +86 27 87540294
Email: renfu.li@hust.edu.cn
Academic Areas: Aerospace, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science.
Research Interests: Flight vehicle system, Orbital Mechanics, AI Control & Guidance, Multifunctional Lightweight Structures.
Education
Ph. D., Aerospace Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology (2004), USA.
M. Sc., Mathematics Science, Georgia Institute of Technology (2000), USA
B. Sc., Flight Vehicle Design, Beijing University of Aero. & Astron. China
Professional Experience
Professor, Huazhong University of Science and Technology (2009.06 ---- )
Selected Honors and Awards
AIAA Associate Fellow, 2018
ASME Fellow, 2017
Industry, University and Research Innovation Award, 2016
Scientific Chinese Person of the Yea 2014
ChuTian Distinguished Professorship, 2012
Course Taught
AE0521: Introduction to Aerospace Engineering
AE5071: Aerospace Vehicle Performance
AE4531: Flight Dynamics and Control
AE5031 : Aircraft Design
Selected Papers
1. Zaripov, D., Li, R.(renfu), Nikolay, D., 2019. “Dissipation rate estimation in the turbulent boundary layer using high-speed planar particle image velocimetry.” Experiments in Fluids, Vol. 60(1), DOI: 10.1007/s00348-018-2663-4
2. Liu. Y., Li, R., Hu, L., et al, 2018. “Optimal solution to orbital three-player defense problems using impulsive transfer.” Soft Computing, vol. 22,pp. 2921–29341-14.
3. Hu, L., Li, R., Xue, T., Liu,Y., 2018. “Neuro-adaptive Tracking Control of a Hypersonic Flight Vehicle with Uncertainties using Reinforcement Synthesis,” Neuro-computing, vol.285, pp 141-153.
4. Zaripov, D., Li, R., 2018. “High-speed technique based on a parallel projection correlation procedure for digital image correlation.” Meas Sci Technol 29:055405 . doi: 10.1088/1361-6501/aab331.
5. Zhang, Y., Li, R., Huo, X., 2018. “Stochastic consensus of discrete-time second-order multi-agent systems with measurement noises and time delays, ” vol.55, Journal of the Franklin Institute - engineering and Applied Mathematics, vol.355, pp. 2791-2807.
6. Hu, Y., Li, R., Zhang, Y., 2018. “Predicting pilot behavior during midair encounters using recognition primed decision model,” Information Sciences, vol.422, pp.377-395.
7. Zhao, W., Li, R., Zhang, H., 2018. “Finite-time distributed formation tracking control of multi-UAVs with a time-varying reference trajectory,” IMA Journal of Mathematical Control and Information.
8. Zaripov, D., Li, R., Mikheev, NI., Dushin, NS., 2018. “Speed-up algorithm based on parallel projection correlation technique for planar PIV: Accuracy and limitation.” Flow Meas Instrum 60:88–94.
9. Bo, X., Li, R., 2018. “Finite time thermodynamic analysis of quantum Otto heat engine with squeezed thermal bath”, Physics Letters A, vol. 382(42-43)”, pp.3051-3057.
10. Zhou, L., Li, R., Hao Z., Zaripov, D., C. Yan, C., 2018. “Improved k-ω-γ model for cross flow-induced transition prediction in hypersonic flow”, International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer,ol.115, pp.115-130.
11. Li, Y., Li, R. Fu, X., Wang, Y., Zhong, W., 2018. “A bio-surfactant for defect control: multifunctional gelatin coated MWCNTs for conductive epoxy nanocomposites”, Composites Science and Technology, vol.159, pp.216-224.
12. Zhang，Y., Li, R., Zhao, W, Huo, X , 2018. “Stochastic leader-following consensus of multi-agent systems with measurement noises and communication time-delays”, Neuro Computing,vol.282, pp. 136-145.
13. Zhao, J., Li, R., Wu, H., 2018. “Investigate the shock focusing under a single vortex disturbance using 2D Saint-Venant equations with a shock-capturing scheme”, Acta Astronautica,Vol.143, pp. 337-352.
14. Zaripov, D., Li, R., 2017. “High-performance technique for initial velocity field calculation based on PIV images processing.” J Phys Conf Ser 899:062007 . doi: 10.1088/1742-6596/899/6/062007.
15. Zhao, W., Li, R., Zhang, H., 2017. “Leader-follower Optimal Coordination Tracking Control for Multi-agent Systems with Unknown Internal States,” Neurocomputing 249C 171-181.
16. Xue, T., Li, R., Tokgo M., Ri, J., Han. G., 2017. “Trajectory planning for Autonomous Mobile Robot using a hybrid improved QPSO algorithm”, Soft Computing, vol. 21, pp. 2421–2437.
17. Zhao, W., Li, R., Zhang, H., 2017. “Finite-time distributed formation tracking control of multi-UAVs with a time-varying reference trajectory,” IMA Journal of Mathematical Control and Information.
18. Zhang, Y., Li, R., Xue, T., and Lei, Z., 2016. “Exponential sliding mode tracking control via back-stepping approach for a hypersonic vehicle with mismatched uncertainty,” Journal of the Franklin Institute, vol.353, pp.2319-2343.
19. Li, Y., Li, R., Huang, L., Wang, K., and Huang, X., 2016. “Effect of hygrothermal aging on the damage characteristics of carbon woven fabric/epoxy laminates subjected to simulated lightning strike,” Materials & Design, vol.99, pp.477-489.
20. Hu, D., Li, R., Liu, P., and Zhao, J. 2016. “The design and influence of port arrangement on an improved wave rotor refrigerator performance,” Applied Thermal Engineering, vol. 107, pp. 207-217.
21. Zhang, Y., Li, R., Xue, T., Liu, Z., Yao, Z., 2016. “ An Analysis of the Stability and Chattering Reduction of High-order Sliding Mode Tracking Control for a Hypersonic Vehicle,” Information Science, vol.348 , pp.25-48.
22. Hu, D., Li, R., Liu, P., Zhao, J., 2016. “The loss in charge process and effects on performance of wave rotor refrigerator,” International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer. vol. 100, pp. 497–507.
23. Li, Y., Li, R., Li, D., Bao, J., Zhang, P., 2015. “Combustion characteristics of a slotted swirl combustor: An experimental test and numerical validation” int. commun. heat mass. vol. 66, pp.140-147.
24. Zhu, X., Li, R., DG Li , D., Zhang, P., and Qian, R., 2015. “Experimental Study and RANS Calculation on Velocity and Temperature of a Kerosene-fueled Swirl Laboratory Combustor With and Without Center body,” International Journal of Heat Mass Transfer”, vol.89, pp.964-976.
25. Li, Y., Li, R., Li, D., Bao, J., Zhang, J., 2015. “Combustion characteristics of a slotted swirl combustor: An experimental test and numerical validation”, International Communications in Heat and Mass Transfer, vol.79, pp. 164-175.
26. Wang, F., Li, R., Lei, Z., Ni, S. X., Huo, X., 2015 “Kernel fusion–refinement for semi-supervised nonlinear dimension reduction.” Pattern Recognition Letters. vol.63, pp.16–22.
27. Li,Y., Li, R., Lu, Ly., Huang, X. 2015. “Experimental study of damage characteristics of carbon woven fabric/epoxy laminates subjected to lightning strike,” compos part a-appls. vol.79, pp.164-175.
28. Lei, Z., Li, R., Ni, X., and Huo, X., 2015. “High-dimensional semi-supervised learning via a fusion-refinement procedure,” Signal Processing. vol.114, pp.171–182.
Selected Patents
1. “An axial vane cyclone with direct air flow hold”, Applicant: Renfu Li, Peng Zhang, Renzhang Qian, Xuren Zhu, Boshu Li, Jianfeng Zhao, Patent No: 201320727294.9, Huazhong University of Science and Technology. 2014.05.07.
2. “A Swirl Combustion Chamber Test Device”, Applicant: Renfu Li, Liuhao Ma, Boshu Li, Xuren Zhu, Hongren Li, Jianfeng Zhao, Li Yang, Patent No: 201420231005.0, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, 2014.09.24.
3. " A two - stage axial vane cyclone ", Applicant: Renfu Li, Boshu Li, Liuhao Ma, Jianfeng Zhao, Hongren Li, Xuren Zhu, Li Yang, Patent No: 201420264412.1, Huazhong University of Science and Technology. 2014.09.24.
4. “A Single - chamber Dual - thrust Solid Rocket Motor Combustion Chamber” , Applicant: Renfu Li, et al, Patent No: 201520144846.2，Huazhong University of Science and Technology. 2015.03.13
5. “An Unmanned Target Drilling Machine Based on Wave - body Configuration” , Applicant: Renfu Li, et al, Patent No: 501210366420.6，Huazhong University of Science and Technology. 2015.06.29
6. “A Combustion Chamber of Single - chamber and Dual - thrust Solid Rocket Motor”, Applicant: Renfu Li, Hongren Li, Zaihua Wang, Huapeng Wu, Liuhao Ma, Boshu Li, Xiangqing Li, Patent No: 201520144 846.2, Huazhong University of Science and Technology. 2015.07.22.
7. “A flame stabilizer for a combustion chamber”, Applicant: Renfu Li, et al, Patent No: 201520589391.5, Huazhong University of Science and Technology. 2015.08.03.
8. “A rocket rudder chamber”, Applicant: Renfu Li, Yang Hu, Zaihua Wang, Lun Cai, Huapeng Wu, Liuhao Ma Patent No: 201520394980.8, Huazhong University of Science and Technology. 2015.11.11.
9. “A Multi - functional Combustion Chamber Experiment System Suitable for Gas Turbine”, Applicant: Renfu Li, Zaihua Wang, Liuhao Ma, Dachao Lian, Hui Zhou, Lun Cai, Patent No: 201520561212.7, Huazhong University of Science and Technology. 2015.12.16.
10. “A flame stabilizer for a combustion chamber and combustion”, Applicant: Renfu Li, Zaihua Wang, Liuhao Ma, Jianfeng Zhao, Boshu Li, Patent No: 201520589391.5, Huazhong University of Science and Technology. 2016.03.02.
11. “Connecting device and method for sectional type composite electric pole”，Applicant: Renfu Li， Lijian Zeng，Yichao Li，Dachao Lian.Patent No: CN105927632A， Huazhong University of Science and Technology. 2016.09.07.
12. “A rich and poor bimodal internal and external ring reverse flow axial flow swirling combustion device，”Renfu Li, Jiaquan Zhao, Haiyan Wu, Huapeng Wu, Hui Zhou, Kun Liu, NO:CN201710019806.9， Huazhong University of Science & Technology. 2017.06.27.
13. “An unmanned drone with a wave body configuration，”Renfu Li, NO:CN201510366420.6， Huazhong University of Science & Technology. 2015.10.07.
14. “Two-stroke pendulum aeroengine，”Renfu Li, Fanhuan Liang, NO: CN201820064764.0， Huazhong University of Science & Technology. 2018.08.17.
15. “A test platform for variable structure multi-rotor UAV” Renfu Li, NO:CN201610578760.X, Huazhong University of Science & Technology.2018.11.06.
