Engineering Your Future: Career Paths in Mechanical Engineering

The "Engineering Your Future: Career Paths in Mechanical Engineering" was successfully held on June 5, 2025. The event brought together around 50 current HKDSE (Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education Examination) students, providing them with valuable insights into the mechanical engineering field. The event featured top graduates, industry experts and student representative who shared their stories and industry insights. In his welcoming remarks, Prof. Su Zhongqing, Head of the Department, expressed enthusiasm for the gathering and highlighted the importance of connecting students with industry professionals. He introduced the field of mechanical engineering, explaining its significance in various domains and its role in driving technological innovation. Prof. Su encouraged attendees to actively engage with the speakers and peers, as these connections could play a significant role in shaping their future careers. His remarks set a positive tone for the evening, fostering an atmosphere of inspiration among all participants. Following the opening remarks, Ir C K Tam, who serves as the HKIE Mechanical Discipline Advisory Deputy Chairman and Senior Director of The Jardine Engineering Corp., Ltd. He shared his inspiring story about the road to success and captivated the audience with his insights into the future of mechanical engineering, highlighting emerging trends and opportunities within the industry. Additionally, Ir Winky Lui, an E&M Engineer from the Electrical and Mechanical Services Department of the HKSAR Government, shared her personal job-seeking experiences and offered valuable advice on navigating the engineering job market. Miss Jessica Du, a current student and Immediate Past President of the Mechanical Engineering Student Association, inspired attendees with her journey through her studies and extracurricular activities in PolyU, emphasizing the importance of engagement beyond academics. The event also provided a unique networking opportunity, allowing students to interact with professors, speakers, and peers in small groups. A delightful dinner buffet was offered, creating a comfortable and relaxed setting for participants. This informal setting encouraged meaningful discussions about career paths, academic advice, and industry experiences. We eagerly look forward to more sharing events in the future!    

ME students Wins First Prize in The 11th Hong Kong University Student Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition

Congratulations to four ME Undergraduate at the technical core of the PolyU undergraduate team, composed of Guo Boyu, Xie Sihao, Wu Yuting and Liu Jingjing won the First Prize in the "Entrepreneurship Proposal" under the Entrepreneurship Category of the 11th Hong Kong University Student Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition 2025 for their project entitled “Type IV Hydrogen Storage Cylinder Based on Innovative Structure”. With their passion for building technical barriers through material modification, process innovation and testing and certification systems. Aiming to achieve commercial supply in 2026, their project responds to the global carbon neutrality policy. The Team explored and proposed the Type IV hydrogen storage bottles in their winning project.  Through three major technological innovations: innovation of lining materials, optimization of fiber winding process, and semi-dry molding process, the product has the advantages of lightweight, high hydrogen storage density and long life, solving the core pain points of "expensive" and "difficult" in the storage and transportation of hydrogen energy. The product is suitable for hydrogen fuel cell vehicles, aviation hydrogen storage and other scenarios, and can effectively reduce the cost of hydrogen energy terminal applications by more than 30%. Organized by Hong Kong New Generation Cultural Association, the Hong Kong University Student Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition is a highlighted innovation and entrepreneurship event in Hong Kong for higher education institutions. The competition features "Innovation" and "Entrepreneurship" categories every year. This year’s competition attracted a record-high participation from 25 local higher education institutions, with 687 projects and 2,033 contestants.   The department is pleased to see ME students continue to achieve success in the Hong Kong University Student Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition: 2025  First Prize (Entrepreneurship - Entrepreneurship Proposal) Project: Based on an innovative structure of Type IV hydrogen storage bottles Team Members: Guo Boyu (ME), Xie Sihao (ME), Wu Yuting (ME), Liu Jingjing (ME), Sun Yitian, Ma Yumeng, Deng Kaiyuan, Xie Bing, Zhao Jiay, He Jiarui, Liu Yueyi, Zhang Yidan, Li Qiuyi  2024  Second Prize (Innovation - Information Technology) Project: Cloud Nursing Wise Home BioRadar-based Smart Elderly Eco Service Platform for the Elderly Team Members: Guo Boyu (ME), Wu Yutin (ME), Xiang Muze, He Boyan, Qian Junbo  2024  Second Prize (Entrepreneurship - Entrepreneurship Proposal) Project: Brain Guard for the Elderly Team Members: Guo Boyu (ME), Qian Junbo, Liu Peihan, Cao Yuching, Liu Muyang, Liu Shuda, Liu Yukun, Chang Liyao, Wang Ya, Liu Qi Long, He Boyan, Liu Yiting, Liu Siyuan, Lei Jiayi, Mei Zihan, Zhang Yi Mai  2023  First Prize (Entrepreneurship - Entrepreneurship Proposal) Project:  Development and practical application of rice husk-based functional materials Team Members: Guo Boyu (ME), Li Bowen (ME), Hu Jingxuan, Qian Junbo, Wang Dingyuan, Luo Mingyu, Ji Ying, Song Yuxuan  2023  Second Prize (Entrepreneurship - Entrepreneurship Proposal) Project: Cost-effective approach to glassy carbon precision molding and manufacturing Team Members: Yang Yi (ME)      

ME Postdoc Wins Best Innovation Merit at Multi-Scale Medical Robotics Center Symposium 2025

Congratulations to Dr Lee Hoi Yin, a Postdoctoral Fellow in the Department of Mechanical Engineering (ME), supervised by Prof. David NAVARRO, won the Best Innovation Merit entitled “Iterative Shaping of Multi-Particle Aggregates Based on Action Trees and VLM” at the Multi-Scale Medical Robotics Center (MRC) Symposium 2025 held on 29 to 31 May 2025 in Hong Kong Science Park. The MRC Symposium aims to showcase the latest research and development progress and achievements in the field of medical research, with a specific focus on the technology advancements related to surgical robotics. Through InnoHK funding support of the HKSAR Government, the Multi-Scale Medical Robotics Center (MRC) was established in April 2020 by the Faculty of Medicine and the Faculty of Engineering of the Chinese University of Hong Kong in collaboration with ETH Zürich, Imperial College London, Johns Hopkins University and the University of Hong Kong.  

ME’s Collaborative Work Among 2024 China's Top Ten Advances in Metamaterials

The collaborative work of the PolyU Department of Mechanical Engineering (ME) with the Beijing Institute of Technology and Tianjin University, entitled “Inverse Design Methods and Applications of Acoustic Metamaterials,” was awarded one of the “2024 China's Top Ten Advances in Metamaterials (Technological Innovation)” during the opening ceremony of the 4th China Metamaterials Conference (CMMC 2025), held in Shenzhen from May 15-18, 2025. This achievement is the result of long-term collaborations among the three institutions. The primary awardee, Dr Dong Haowen, Associate Professor in the Beijing Institute of Technology, worked in ME as a Hong Kong Scholar with Prof. Cheng Li, Chair Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering. In addition to significantly advancing the existing state-of-the-art, their research outcomes have been successfully applied in industry, particularly in home appliance products, through a long-term collaboration that ME’s acoustic group has established with Midea Company. Furthermore, their co-authored paper, titled “Achromatic Metasurfaces by Dispersion Customization for Ultra-broadband Acoustic Beam Engineering,” was also recognized as one of the best papers published in National Science Review in 2024. The China Metamaterials Conference is a prominent event that attracts leading scientists, engineers, and industry experts from the region and beyond to explore cutting-edge developments in metamaterials and their applications in energy, communications, and advanced manufacturing. Learn more: 北理工科研成果获评首届“中国超材料十大进展”  

AI and medicine-engineering integration | Embodied intelligent ankle rehabilitation robot

Strokes pose a significant health challenge in an aging society, particularly for patients with mobility difficulties and those bedridden for extended periods. These patients require ongoing and repetitive rehabilitation training to prevent joint contractures and excessive muscle atrophy. A team led by Prof. ZHANG Dan, Chair Professor of Intelligent Robotics and Automation of the PolyU Department of Mechanical Engineering, has developed a first-of-its-kind robot product with three degrees of freedom (3-DoF) to provide comprehensive ankle rehabilitation. By integrating embodied intelligence technology and 3-DoF design, the robot can meet the rehabilitation exercise needs of different patients at different stages of rehabilitation. It uses sensors to track and adjust the ankle position for rehabilitation training and simulates natural movements such as dorsiflexion/plantarflexion, inversion/eversion, and internal/external rotation according to different scenarios. In addition, the robot can collect muscle activity data through electromyography signals, enabling real-time monitoring and adjustment of speed and force to customise training intensity. It also offers both patient-driven active training and robot-driven passive training modes, accommodating the needs of different rehabilitation stages. The team is currently conducting clinical trials in collaboration with Huashan Hospital in Shanghai and plans to apply AI to offer personalised training for patients. This innovation holds significant potential for rehabilitation of the shoulder joint or hand. Learn More: Ankle Joint Rehabilitation Robot    

ME Academic Advising Meetup Tea Reception 2025

The PolyU ME Academic Advising Meetup Tea Reception was successfully held on April 3, 2025. The event had an impressive turnout, with nearly 120 participants, including around 30 ME academic, teaching, and supporting staff, as well as about 90 undergraduates. It was truly a joyful and meaningful occasion. The purpose of the Academic Advising Meetup Tea Reception was to foster strong connections between students and their academic advisors. More importantly, it provided a valuable platform for students to receive guidance on various academic matters. In his welcoming remarks, Prof. SU Zhongqing, Head of the Department, expressed enthusiasm for the gathering and highlighted the importance of academic advising in students' educational journeys. He emphasized that this event was a great opportunity for students to connect with their advisors in a relaxed atmosphere, promoting open communication and collaboration. During the tea reception, students participated in a fun game called "Find Your AA," where they searched for cartoonish flashcards of their academic advisors. This interactive activity encouraged engagement and allowed students to break the ice and initiate conversations in a lighthearted setting. The event concluded with a lucky draw, where many lucky students won exciting prizes. This added an element of thrill and anticipation, enhancing the festive atmosphere. The lucky draw not only provided a fun ending but also encouraged further interactions among students and advisors as they celebrated together. We eagerly look forward to more meetup events in the future! For more photos of the event, please click HERE.

Beihang University Delegation Visits PolyU AAE and ME

A delegation led by Prof. PAN Chong, Dean of the School of Aeronautic Science and Engineering (ASE), Beihang University (BUAA) visited PolyU AAE and ME on 31 March 2025. Both parties engaged in in-depth discussions on research collaboration and talent cultivation. During the meeting, Prof. SU Zhongqing (Head of PolyU ME) and Prof. LIU Wei (Associate Head of PolyU AAE), provided an overview of the Departments’ latest developments and research advancements, while Prof. Pan presented a comprehensive history of BUAA ASE, highlighting its outstanding achievements and research outcomes. This sharing fostered a deeper understanding among PolyU AAE, PolyU ME and BUAA ASE. During the meeting, both parties expressed a strong commitment to strengthening their partnership through enhanced collaboration in talent exchange and joint research to mutually benefit and achieve a win-win outcome. Following a networking lunch, the delegation toured PolyU ME's state-of-the-art research facilities, including Aeronautical Laboratory, Laser-Diagnosing Advanced Propulsion Research Laboratory, Acoustics Laboratory, Water Tunnel Laboratory and Nature-Inspired Engineering Laboratory, where the innovative research activities and sophisticated facilities were showcased. PolyU ME is committed to fostering international collaboration and sharing knowledge with esteemed institutions. We believe this fruitful trip has laid a solid foundation for future research partnerships between PolyU AAE, ME and BUAA ASE.

Unveiling Ceremony of the PolyU-SCUT Joint Research Centre for Advanced and Green Composite Materials

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) and the South China University of Technology (SCUT) held an unveiling ceremony on 15 March in the Council Chamber of the Li Ka Shing Tower on the PolyU campus to officially establish the PolyU-SCUT Joint Research Centre for Advanced and Green Composite Materials. This centre aims to leverage the research capabilities of both institutions to drive innovations in composite materials and promote sustainable practices. The ceremony marked the official launch of the PolyU-SCUT Joint Research Centre, officiated by distinguished leaders, including: Prof. TENG Jin-Guang – President of PolyU Prof. MAI Yiu Wing – Distinguished Chair Professor of Composites Science and Engineering, PolyU Department of Mechanical Engineering Prof. SU Zhongqing – Head and Chair Professor of Intelligent Structures and Systems, PolyU Department of Mechanical Engineering Prof. ZHAO Xiao Lin – Chair Professor of Civil Infrastructure, PolyU Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering Prof. HUANG Haitao – Professor, PolyU Department of Applied Physics Prof. SHEN Xi – Assistant Professor, PolyU Department of Aeronautical and Aviation Engineering Prof. CHEN Zi-Bin – Assistant Professor, PolyU Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering Prof. TANG Hongwu – President of SCUT Prof. YAO Xiaohu – Dean of the SCUT School of Civil Engineering and Transportation Prof. GUO Baochun – Dean of the SCUT School of Materials Science and Engineering Prof. ZHU Nengwu – Executive Vice Dean of the SCUT School of Environment and Energy Prof. CHU Yanhui – Professor, SCUT School of Materials Science and Engineering Prof. CHEN Guangming – Professor, SCUT School of Civil Engineering and Transportation Looking ahead, the Joint Research Centre aims to establish a new model of cooperation between PolyU and SCUT. By leveraging their combined expertise in advanced materials science and engineering, the centre will foster innovation in sustainable composite materials, enhancing both institutions' capabilities to tackle global challenges in manufacturing and environmental sustainability.

ME Staff Honoured for 2024 Long Service Award

Colleagues of the PolyU Department of Mechanical Engineering (ME) have always been devoting themselves to the development of ME. The Department Head Prof. Su Zhongqing, on behalf of the University, paid tribute to long-serving staff members for their loyal and committed service over the years. Congratulations to the awardees and heartfelt thanks for their years of dedication and devotion which have marked the achievements of the Department.   Long Service Award 2024 Award Recipients Length of Service Name  Post Title  30 years Ms Lily Tam 譚敏儀 Senior Executive Officer 15 years Dr Stephen Ng  伍俊雄 Technical Officer 10 years  Prof. Tang Hui 唐輝 Associate Head (Research) and Associate Professor 10 years  Prof. Ruan Haihui 阮海輝 Associate Professor  

110th Departmental Advisory Committee Meeting

The 110th Departmental Advisory Committee (DAC) meeting was successfully held face-to-face on 14 February 2025, chaired by Ir Dr Angus Cheung, Chief Executive Officer of Aerovision Technology Limited. We were delighted to welcome new committee members joining the DAC this year, each bringing valuable expertise and fresh perspectives. They were: Ir Dr Lee Chi-Hong, Barry, Chief Executive Officer, Associated Engineers Limited Ir Prof. Lawrence Chi-kin Poon, Head of Emerging Technology – Global Innovation, MTR Corporation Limited Ir Tam Chun-Kit, Senior Director, The Jardine Engineering Corp., Ltd. and Director, Krueger Engineering Ltd. Prof. Wei Hong, Professor, Associate Department Chair, Southern University of Science and Technology Mr Li Junqi, Executive Director, Foxconn Industrial Internet Co. Ltd. Prof. Tribikram Kundu, Professor, Civil and Architectural Engineering and Mechanics Department, University of Arizona Prof. Dan Zhang, Chair Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, PolyU Prof. X Yu, Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, PolyU Prof. HM Yao, Associate Head & Associate Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, PolyU Mr Kirill Bredikhin, Full-time BEng Student, Department of Mechanical Engineering, PolyU Mr Liuming Qiu, Full-time MPhil Student, Department of Mechanical Engineering, PolyU The DAC is comprised of 2 ex-officio members (i.e., the Faculty Dean and Department Head), 15 local and overseas members from the academia, industry and professionals as well as 3 internal members and 2 student representatives from the Department. The meeting kicked off with the Head Prof. Zhongqing Su’s report, highlighting the Department’s key developments, achievements, and future plans. A summary of responses to the last DAC recommendations was also presented. Since the last meeting, the Department has organized several key events, achieved remarkable research milestones, and risen in global rankings in the Mechanical Engineering discipline. The growth and development in various aspects were shared in the meeting. On the other hand, we reviewed the programmes, student intake, graduate employment, budget and staffing. The meeting was productive and insightful, with committee members providing valuable advice and constructive suggestions for the Department’s continuous growth in teaching, research, industry collaboration and strategic plans. We sincerely appreciate their contributions and look forward to their ongoing engagement.