Ding Peng | Autonomous Vehicles | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Ding Peng | Autonomous Vehicles | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor | Wuxi University of Technology |China

Assist. Prof. Dr. Ding Peng is an accomplished academic and researcher currently serving as an Associate Professor at Wuxi University of Technology, formerly known as Wuxi Institute of Technology, China. He is also a key member of the Jiangsu Province Engineering Research Center for Energy Saving and Safety of New Energy Vehicles, where he plays a vital role in promoting innovation and sustainability in the automotive sector. Dr. Peng obtained his degree in Vehicle Engineering from Chongqing University which laid a strong foundation for his expertise in intelligent vehicle systems and new energy technologies. His professional experience includes working as a Design Engineer at King Long United Automotive Industry (Suzhou) Co., Ltd., where he participated in the design and development of commercial buses, followed by a distinguished academic career at Wuxi University of Technology . Over the years, Dr. Peng has demonstrated exceptional competence in teaching and research, covering courses such as Automobile Structure, Automobile Theory, Principles of Automatic Control, and Intelligent and Connected Vehicle Technologies. His research interests focus on thermal management technologies for new energy vehicles, autonomous vehicle control strategies, and intelligent connected vehicle (V2X) technologies. His research skills encompass modeling, simulation, data fusion, control algorithms, and system optimization, emphasizing practical integration between academia and industry. Dr. Peng has led numerous enterprise and government-funded projects, published several high-impact academic papers, and secured multiple national patents, showcasing his dedication to advancing innovation in smart and sustainable mobility. His awards and honors include recognition for his leadership in research excellence, academic innovation, and contributions to engineering education. Driven by a vision of merging scientific theory with real-world application, he continues to nurture the next generation of engineers while advancing intelligent vehicle technologies. He has achieved 29 citations , authored 7 scientific papers, and holds an h-index of 2 .

Profiles:  Scopus | ORCID

Featured Publications

  1. Ding, P. (2025). A Cooperative Control Strategy for Predicting Passing Capacity and Intelligent Obstacle Avoidance in Autonomous Vehicles Based on Multisensor Fusion. Journal of Energy Storage.

  2. Ding, P. (2024). A distributed multiple-heat source staged heating method in an electric vehicle. International Journal of Vehicle Performance and Energy Systems.

  3. Ding, P. (2024). Distributed multi-heat-source hybrid heating system based on waste heat recovery for electric vehicles. Journal of Thermal Science and Energy Engineering.

  4. Ding, P. (2023). Research on interactive coupled preheating method utilizing engine-motor cooling waste heat in hybrid powertrains. Applied Thermal Engineering

 

Kristaq Hazizi | Automotive Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Kristaq Hazizi | Automotive Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Lecturer in Mechanical and Automotive Engineering  | Coventry University | United Kingdom

Dr. Kristaq Hazizi is a Lecturer in Mechanical and Automotive Engineering at Coventry University, with over 15 years of combined academic and industry experience dedicated to advancing sustainable automotive technologies. He earned his Ph.D. in Automotive Engineering from Coventry University in 2013, where his doctoral research centered on advanced engine simulation and alternative fuels to enhance efficiency and reduce emissions. Professionally, Dr. Hazizi has contributed to both academia and industry by leading research projects on engine modeling, combustion optimization, and the integration of renewable fuels into modern powertrain systems. His research interests lie in engine simulation, hybrid propulsion systems, and low-carbon transportation, areas that align with global efforts to achieve cleaner and more efficient mobility solutions. His research skills include advanced numerical modeling, computational fluid dynamics (CFD), thermodynamic analysis, and applied experimental testing for engine performance evaluation. Dr. Hazizi has successfully secured competitive research funding and has collaborated with international teams to promote sustainable energy solutions. His publications appear in reputed IEEE and Scopus-indexed journals and conference proceedings, reflecting a growing influence in the automotive engineering field. In addition to research, he is an active mentor to students, guiding projects and theses in sustainable mobility, and has contributed to professional communities as a member of IEEE and SAE. Dr. Hazizi has received recognition for his academic excellence and contributions to advancing green automotive technologies, including institutional awards for research innovation and teaching. His dedication to bridging research with practical applications demonstrates his commitment to both scientific advancement and societal impact. With a vision to expand international collaborations and publish in more high-impact journals, Dr. Hazizi continues to shape the future of sustainable transportation research, with 17 citations, 4 published documents, and an h-index of 2.

Profiles:  Scopus | ORCID | Google Scholar

Featured Publications

Hazizi, K., & Ghahleeh, M. (2023). Design and analysis of a typical vertical pressure vessel using ASME code and FEA technique. Infrastructures, 7(3), 78. Cited by: 22

Hazizi, K., Ramezanpour, A., Costall, A., & Asadi, M. (2019). Numerical analysis of a turbocharger compressor. E3S Web of Conferences, 95, 04008. Cited by: 6

Gophane, I., Dharashivkar, N., Mulik, P., & Patil, P. (2024). Analysis of pressure vessel. Indian Journal of Science and Technology, 17(12), 1148–1158. Cited by: 2

Hazizi, K., Ghahleeh, M., & Rasool, S. (2023). Analytical and numerical investigation of fatigue life in rectangular plates with opposite semicircular edge single notches. Applied Engineering, 4(3), 948–973. Cited by: 1

Hazizi, K., Ghahleeh, M., & Rasool, S. (2023). Analytical and numerical investigation of fatigue life in rectangular plates with opposite semicircular edge single notches. Preprints, 2023080788. Cited by: 1