Dr. Yongqi Huang, a Special Appointed Researcher, earned her Master's degree in 2021 from the School of Civil Engineering at Central South University (Subject Rating: A-) under the supervision of Professors Jianjun Yang and Xuhui He, and completed her Ph.D. in 2025 at the School of Civil Engineering, Southeast University (Subject Rating: A+), supervised by Professors Ruoqiang Feng and Baolong Shen, during which she also served as a joint-training scholar at the Department of Infrastructure Engineering, University of Melbourne (QS #13) under Professor Lihai Zhang. Her research primarily explores AI-driven visual monitoring for steel structures, high-performance metal components, and the development and optimization of prefabricated structures; she has served as the Principal Investigator for a Jiangsu Provincial Science and Technology Innovation Fund project and a China Scholarship Council project, while playing key roles in eight major research initiatives including National Key R&D and NSFC programs. With over 20 SCI-indexed papers published in authoritative journals—including 15 as first or corresponding author (11 of which are in CAS Tier 1/2 or Top journals)—she also holds two authorized invention patents, has co-authored three industry standards, and serves as a peer reviewer for prestigious journals such as Automation in Construction and Engineering Structures, as well as a committee member for the Jiangxi Civil Engineering and Architecture Society. Her academic excellence has been recognized through numerous accolades, including the National Scholarship for Doctoral Students, First Prize in the Abaqus Simulation Technology Competition, and several outstanding thesis and innovation awards from Southeast University and the Jiangsu Steel Structure Industry Association.

• 202109-202512 Southeast University Doctoral student
• 202409-202509 University of Melbourne Joint Ph.D. student
• 201809-202106 Central South University Master's student

Project Experience

• [1] Principal Investigator, Development and Application of Health Monitoring Systems for Large-scale Complex Steel Structures based on Machine Vision, Jiangsu Provincial Graduate Research and Practice Innovation Program, 2023.06–2025.06.

• [2] Principal Investigator, Development and Application of Deep Learning-driven Visual Measurement Systems for Long-span Steel Structures, China Scholarship Council (CSC) Project, 2024.09–2025.09.

• [3] Key Participant, R&D of Key Technologies and Equipment for the Renovation and Upgrading of Large-scale Public Building Steel Structures, National Key R&D Program - Yangtze River Delta Science and Technology Innovation Community Joint Research Project, 2025.12–2027.12.

• [4] Key Participant, Layout Optimization of Prefabricated Single-layer Spatial Lattice Structures Considering Robustness, General Program of the National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC), 2020.01–2023.12.

• [5] Key Participant, Technical Development of the Suzhou Conference Center Grand Hotel Project, Southeast University - Jiangsu Joint Engineering R&D Center for Construction Industry Modernization, 2020.01–2022.12.

• [6] Key Participant, Application of Tongxi 6A13 High-performance Aluminum Alloy and Technical Development of Shared Fitness Bars and Sports Parks, Jiangsu Provincial Industry-University-Research Collaboration Project, 2021.01–2022.12.

• [7] Key Participant, Research on Key Technologies for Digital Integration of Complex Steel Structures, China Construction Third Engineering Bureau (CC3EB) / CSCEC, 2021.06–2024.06.

• [8] Key Participant, Research on Domestic High-performance Aluminum Alloy Prefabricated Single-layer Lattice Structures, Shenzhen Natural Science Foundation (General Program), 2023.12–2026.12.

• [9] Key Participant, Artificial Intelligence-based Quality Inspection Method for Sand, City University of Hong Kong (CityU) HK Tech 300 Entrepreneurship Program & Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks (HKSTP) Ideation Fund, 2022.06–2024.09.

• [10] Key Participant, Research on Novel Gymnasium Structural Systems based on Modular Construction Technology, Basic Research Ability Improvement Project for Young and Middle-aged Faculty in Guangxi Universities, 2025.01–2026.12.

• [11] Participant (Award Application), Key Technology Research on Prefabricated Single-layer Spatial Lattice Structures and Enclosure Systems, Second Prize of the Science and Technology Progress Award, Ministry of Education (MOE), 2022.

Research Publications & Intellectual Property

• [1] Huang, Y.; Feng, R.; Zhong, C.; et al. Computer vision-based real-time deflection monitoring of complex and sizeable steel structures[J]. Engineering Structures, 2024, 305: 117752. (CAS Tier 1 Top, JCR Q1, IF: 6.4)

• [2] Huang, Y.; Yang, J.; Feng, R.*; et al. Resistance of cold-formed sorbite stainless steel circular tubes under uniaxial compression[J]. Thin-Walled Structures, 2022, 179: 109739. (CAS Tier 1 Top, JCR Q1, IF: 6.6)

• [3] Huang, Y.; Hui, Z.; Zhong, C.; et al. Deformation ability of steel inner sleeve all-bolt cross joint in modular gymnasia based on the 3D-DIC method[J]. Construction and Building Materials, 2024, 449: 138505. (CAS Tier 1 Top, JCR Q1, IF: 8.0)

• [4] Sun, H.#; Huang, Y.#,*. Automatic deflection measurement system for outdoor steel structure based on digital image correlation and three-stage multi-scale clustering algorithm[J]. Automation in Construction, 2024, 163: 105416. (Co-first Author; CAS Tier 1 Top, JCR Q1, IF: 10.6)

• [5] Huang, Y.; Hui, Z.; Zhong, C.; et al. Deformation ability of steel inner sleeve T-joint in modular gymnasia based on 3D-DIC method[J]. Journal of Building Engineering, 2024, 94: 110002. (CAS Tier 2 Top, JCR Q1, IF: 7.4)

• [6] Huang, Y.; Yang, J.; Zhong, C.*. Flexural performance of assembly integral floor structure voided with steel mesh boxes[J]. Journal of Building Engineering, 2022, 54: 104693. (CAS Tier 2 Top, JCR Q1, IF: 7.4)

• [7] Huang, Y.; Li, H.; et al. Ultimate uniaxial compressive resistance of S600E cold-formed stainless steel square tubes[J]. Structures, 2023, 58: 105584. (CAS Tier 2, JCR Q1, IF: 4.3)

• [8] Li, H.#; Huang, Y.#; Zhong, C.*. Numerical simulation study on compressive behaviour of cold-formed sorbite stainless steel circular tubes[J]. Journal of Building Engineering, 2023, 78: 107686. (Co-first Author; CAS Tier 2 Top, JCR Q1, IF: 7.4)

• [9] Wang, H.#; Huang, Y.#; et al. Generative design and topology optimization research for single–layer aluminum alloy grid shell connections[J]. Case Studies in Construction Materials, 2024, 21: e03781. (Co-first Author; CAS Tier 2, JCR Q1, IF: 6.5)

• [10] Yang, J.; Yang, J.; Huang, Y.*; Sun, H. Deflection prediction of assembly integral steel-concrete floor voided with steel mesh boxes[J]. Journal of Constructional Steel Research, 2024, 213: 108344. (Corresponding Author; CAS Tier 2, JCR Q1, IF: 4.1)

• [11] Xie, S.; Ma, T.; Huang, Y.*; et al. New shear constitutive model for rock discontinuities based on maximum entropy theory performance analysis and engineering application[J]. Bulletin of Engineering Geology and the Environment, 2026, 85: 159. (Corresponding Author; CAS Tier 2, JCR Q1, IF: 4.2)

• [12] Huang, Y.; Yang, J.; et al. Prediction for effective flange width and ultimate bearing capacity of steel-concrete composite beam with TALHGs[J]. Arabian Journal for Science and Engineering, 2022, 47(4): 5199-5218. (JCR Q2, IF: 2.8)

• [13] Zhong, C.; Huang, Y.; et al. Experimental and numerical simulation study of mechanical properties of inner sleeve T-joint in modular gymnasia[J]. Thin-Walled Structures, 2023, 195: 111446. (CAS Tier 1 Top, JCR Q1, IF: 6.4)

• [14] Invention Patent: Feng, R.; Huang, Y.; et al. Deflection monitoring method for long-span steel structures based on machine vision and Mean Shift clustering. CN 119359640 B, 2025. (Authorized)

• [15] Invention Patent: Feng, R.; Huang, Y.; et al. Intelligent deflection monitoring and full-field mechanical response evaluation method for long-span truss steel structures. No. 202411370738.7. (Pending)

• [16] Invention Patent: Feng, R.; Zhong, C.; Lu, C.; Huang, Y.; et al. A self-locking steel structure joint with integrated aesthetic and structural functional topology and its installation method. CN 115897799 B, 2024. (Authorized)

• [17] Software Copyright: Huang, Y.; Feng, R.; Hui, Z. Real-time deflection monitoring system for large and complex steel structures based on computer vision. No. 2024R11L0161129.

• [18] CECS Standard: Technical Specification for the Application of Decorative and Fireproof Integrated Composite Panels with External Metal Sheets and Inorganic Filler Cores, China Association for Engineering Construction Standardization. (Finalized)

• [19] Local Standard (Jiangsu): Technical Specification for Construction Simulation, Monitoring, and State Evaluation of Long-span Complex Structures, Jiangsu Provincial Engineering Construction Standard. (Participant)

Honors & Awards

• [1] National Scholarship for Doctoral Students, Ministry of Education of China, 2024.

• [2] First Prize, The 2nd Abaqus Simulation Technology Competition for Infrastructure Industry, (Organized by Shanghai Jiangda, Dassault Systèmes, and Jishulink), 2022.

• [3] Outstanding Master's Thesis, Central South University, 2022.

• [4] Advanced Individual in Academic Innovation, Southeast University, 2024.

• [5] Ding Dajun Scholarship, Southeast University, 2022.

• [6] First Prize for Excellent Paper, Annual Conference of Jiangsu Steel Structure Industry, 2025.

Graduate Recruitment Plan

Positions Available: Our research group plan to recruit 2 Master's students (both Academic and Professional tracks) annually.

Call for Applications: We sincerely welcome self-disciplined and highly motivated students who are passionate about our research directions, including Structural Health Monitoring (SHM) and Intelligent Vision Sensing, to apply.

Application Process

Interested candidates should send a CV, undergraduate transcripts, and relevant award certificates to yancy7@yeah.net. Please use the email subject: "Name + Current University + Application Type."

Candidate Requirements

1. Academic Integrity: Demonstrate a diligent, rigorous, and truth-seeking attitude toward scientific research.

2. Solid Foundation: Possess strong fundamentals in mechanics or computer application skills (candidates with interdisciplinary backgrounds are preferred).

3. Self-Drive: Show passion for scientific exploration, strong independent thinking, and proactive learning habits.

4. Academic Ethics: Strictly adhere to academic ethical standards and exhibit excellent teamwork and collaboration skills.

Supervision Philosophy

Our group implements a result-oriented management model. We do not enforce strict clock-in/out times, providing students with ample freedom and flexibility. However, this freedom is predicated on high self-motivation. I expect every student to take full responsibility for their studies and complete research tasks with both quality and efficiency.

Research Environment & Culture

We strive for a "mentor and friend" relationship, fostering a relaxed and equitable academic atmosphere. Beyond your research progress, I care about your well-being and love for life. In our group, physical exercise and academic excellence are equally valued. My goal is for you to grow happily and healthily while achieving fruitful academic milestones.