Projects

Overview

Dr. Pan’s research projects have been funded by several major research grants in Hong Kong and Canada, which aim to develop novel engineering solutions for next-generation smart, resilient, and sustainable civil infrastructure. A list of selected projects is shown below.

Research Projects

1. AI and digital twin-supported infrastructure inspection and monitoring

Postdisaster structural damage and performance assessment

Damage detection of steel structures

Damage detection of concrete and masonry structures

Bolt loosening assessment

UAV-supported inspection

UGV-supported inspection

2. Design, numerical simulation, and novel testing methods of innovative structural components and systems under dynamic loads

Digital twin-aided structural experimental testing

Digital twin-aided finite element modelling

Design and assessment of inerter devices for seismic control

Design and assessment of metallic dampers for seismic control

Design and assessment of frameless steel corrugated systems

Nonlinear control algorithms for dynamic shake table tests

3. AI and digital twin-supported construction automation

On-site construction monitoring and management

Advanced path planning and control for construction robots