Research

Research Field

Total Robotics / manufacturing Energy / environment Bioengineering Materials / safety Mobility

Robotics / Manufacturing

This area primarily delves into robot operations, movement optimization, control, learning, and design. These research topics are approached in an integrated manner, using the concepts and tools of a Lie group and differential geometry. Examples of ongoing research include real-time algorithms for optimal pathfinding, sampling-based motion planning under constraints, and robot motion learning and programming using machine learning.

Professors	Laboratories	Research Field	Contacts
Choi, Woo Chun	정밀기술연구실 Precision Technology Lab. open_in_new	Error correction, precision, and quality improvement in production and manufacturing technologies Processing and molding of high-performance thermoplastic carbon fiber reinforced composites Rapid heating and rapid cooling systems using carbon nanotubes Trajectory study of fragments depending on shells and media	+82-2-3290-3867
Chung, Woo Jin	지능시스템 및 로보틱스 연구실 Intelling Systems & Robotics Laboratory open_in_new	Position Estimation Traversability Analysis Path Planning	+82-2-3290-3375
Han, Chang Soo	멀티스케일 자연모방 기계 연구실 Multiscale Nature-inspired Mechanics Lab. open_in_new	Tactile sensor by mimicking tactile organs Electric power source by mimicking electrocyte Artificial hearing sensors Biomolecule sensing by micro/nanopore	+82-2-3290-4952
Hong, Dae Hie	메카트로닉스 및 로보틱스 연구실 Mechatronics & Robotics Lab. open_in_new	Mechatronics system design & control Minimally invasive surgical robot Construction automation & construction robot	+82-2-3290-3748
Mun, Du Hwan	엔지니어링정보융합 연구실 Engineering Information Fusion Lab. open_in_new	AI-based product detailed design verification Deep learning-based 3D CAD model search and simplification Digital twin 3D virtualization model construction Deep learning-based engineering drawing digitization LLM-based digitization technology for unstructured engineering documents Industrial data standard-based data exchange and transfer technology	+82-2-3290-3359
Noh, Gun Woo	전산역학 및 최적설계 연구실 Computational Mechanics & Design Optimization Lab. open_in_new	Modern finite element methods Machine learing - assisted computational mechanics Deep learning-computational mechanics-based material-shape-process optimal design technique Structural (automotive, shipbuilding, robot, electronic device), electromagnetic (element, substrate, cable), biological (prosthetics, ultrasonic) optimal design and industrial application	+82-2-3290-3368
Park, Shin Suk	인간-기계 시스템 연구실 Human-Machine Systems Lab. open_in_new	Robot Manipulator Haptics/Force Feedback Augmented Reality Human-Machine Interface Human-Human Interface EMG – FES System	+82-2-3290-3868
Shim, Jae Kyung	기계설계 및 CAD 연구실 Mechanical Design & CAD Lab. open_in_new	Mechanism design and analysis methodologies using graph theory Performance enhancement through analysis of existing mechanisms Design and analysis of engine, suspension systems, and door mechanisms	+82-2-3290-3362
Song, Jae Bok	지능로봇 연구실 Intelligent Robotics Lab. open_in_new	Navigation Manipulation Robotic Systems Haptics	+82-2-3290-3363

Energy / Environment

A focus is placed on spearheading the effort to develop the core technologies required to proactively cope with climate change and achieve a sustainable society. We leverage a wide range of underlying technologies to facilitate this process, including eco-friendly, high-efficient energy conversion/storage/transport systems, power/propulsion technologies to achieve carbon neutrality, marine renewable energy (wind/solar/tidal power), and large-capacity energy storage technologies.

Professors	Laboratories	Research Field	Contacts
Choi, Won Joon	멀티스케일 전달현상 연구실 Multiscale Transport Lab. open_in_new	Multiscale Platforms for Active Control of Thermal & Fluidic transport and Their Applications Structure-Guided Combustion Waves (SGCWs) driven Thermal-Chemical-Electrical Energy Conversion for Energy Applications Thermal Metamaterials for Local Heat Flux Manipulation Self-Sustained Thermal-Fluidic Sensing Platform (Energy Harvesting and Sensors) 3D printed multifunctional metamaterials	+82-2-3290-5951
Chung, Jae Won	열유체공학연구실 Thermal Fluid Eng.Lab. open_in_new	Small to medium-sized annealing furnace electrification Flow conditions CFD imulation of rapid hydrothermal reactor Dynamic characteristics analysis of phase change material based thermal energy storage system integrated power plant	+82-2-3290-3751
Chung, Jin Taek	에너지 시스템 및 터보기계 연구실 Energy System & Turbomachinery Lab. open_in_new	Thermal flow analysis of gas turbine rotating blades Film cooling of gas turbine blades Abnormal flow analysis of supersonic fans Aerodynamic design and flow analysis of centrifugal compressors	+82-2-921-8512
Im, Seong Kyun	기체역학 및 반응성유동 연구실 Gasdynamics and Reacting Flow Lab. open_in_new	Plasma-Assisted plastic energy recovery and utilization Prediction of unstart phenomena in scramjet engine under hypersonic flow conditions Simulation and prediction of wildfires Study of ammonia mechanisms and global mechanisms	+82-2-3290-3356
Kang, Yong Tae	에너지물질순환연구실 Energy Materials Criculation Lab. open_in_new	Sorption thermal battery systems, Absorption cycles & Heat pumps Indoor CO2 capture and integrated ventilation systems Heat-electricity conversion and storage system Solar cell thermal management by emulsion filters and passive cooling	+82-2-3290-59
Kim, Hye Jeong	멀티스케일 유체공학 연구실 Multiscale Fluid Engineering Lab. open_in_new	Biomimetic microfluidic transport systems Eco-friendly water management systems to reduce underwater environmental pollutants Visualization and simulation of internal flow and fluid transport phenomena in advanced fluid systems Sustainable energy systems modeling & application	+82-2-3290-3379
Kim, Yong Chan	냉동공조 및 이상유동 연구실 TWO-PHASE FLOW Lab. open_in_new	PEMFC and Renewable energy Performance evaluation of low GWP refrigerants Next-generation refrigeration and HVAC system Cooling system for semiconductors	+82-2-921-5946
Kim, Yun Jae	신뢰성평가연구실 Structural Integrity & Reliability Lab. open_in_new	Finite element failure analysis based on phenomenological failure models Structural design and evaluation methods for next-generation plant piping Residual stress analysis and crack evaluation of dissimilar metal welds in nuclear power plants Fatigue stress analysis for durability assessment of automotive and electronic components	+82-2-3290-3749
Kwon, Oh Myoung	나노에너지 전달 및 변환 연구실 Nano energy transport & conversion Lab. open_in_new	Phonon mean free path spectroscopy for thermoelectric and semiconductor materials Electrical and thermal properties of nanostructured thermoelectric materials Addressing thermal issues by measuring the temperature and thermal properties of nano-integrated circuits and LEDs Nano-energy transfer and conversion phenomena within nanodevices and materials	+82-2-3290-3855
Lee, Byung Yang	스마트 다기능 소자 연구실 Smart Multi-Functional Device Lab. open_in_new	Self-assembly and characterization of nano-scale structures Nanoscale devices and sensors Nanoscale energy conversion devices	+82-2-3290-3365
Lee, Ho Seong	최적 에너지 변환 시스템 연구실 Optimized Energy Conversion Systems Lab. open_in_new	Optimization of energy systems for building carbon reduction Thermal management systems for lithium-ion batteries (PCM, heat pipes, dielectrics) Development of simulation models for thermal management systems in electric vehicles Enhancing the performance of heat exchangers applied in electric vehicles	+82-2-3290-3891
Ryu, Jai Young	전산유체역학연구실 Computational Fluid Dynamics Lab. open_in_new	Aerothermodynamic and flow analysis of high-pressure gas turbine blades Anaylsis of hyperloop flow characteristics Optimal design of impellers for centrifugal compressors Pulse-Wave Cardio- and Cerebrovascular hemodynamics Reducing hydrodynamic resistance in unmanned submarines	+82-2-3290-3360
Shim, Joon Hyung	신재생에너지시스템 연구실 Renewable Energy System Lab. open_in_new	Eco-friendly hydrogen production, power generation, and other energy systems Component&material fabrication technologies (batteries, fuel cells) Vacuum deposition and liquid process technologies (atomic layer deposition, inkjet printing) Design and optimization of smart energy grid	+82-2-3290-3353
Yoo, Dong Joo	차세대 전지 시스템 연구실 Advanced Battery System Lab. open_in_new	Next-generation electrolytes for fast charging and low-temperature operation Laser processing of cathode electrodes and physics-based electrochemical modeling Physics-based electrochemical modeling of sulfide-based solid-state batteries Study of cathode materials and degradation mechanisms in sulfide-based solid-state batteries	+82-2-3290-3367
Yoon, Sam S.	나노에너지 및 열유체 연구실 Nano Energy Thermofluid Lab open_in_new	Piezoelectric and triboelectric nano-generators Improving the performance of supercapacitors and lithium-ion batteries Analysis of aerosol flow and diffusion inhibition in medical facilities	+82-2-3290-3861

Bioengineering

Research is conducted on the epidemiological traits of various biological systems, encompassing cells, tissues, and the human body. Based on research findings, sensors, chips, disease models, biomaterials, and algorithms are studied and developed for diagnosis and treatment. Additionally, research endeavors are geared toward sensors, actuators, and displays essential for high-tech industries centered on nano-scale design and manufacturing processes.

Professors	Laboratories	Research Field	Contacts
Chung, Seok	미세생체시스템연구실 Scalefree Integrative Discovery Lab. open_in_new	Design of microfluidic systems and biochips Organ on a chip Evaluation of drug toxicity and efficacy Research on disease modeling organoids	+82-2-3290-3352
Kim, Hye Jeong	멀티스케일 유체공학 연구실 Multiscale Fluid Engineering Lab. open_in_new	Biomimetic microfluidic transport systems Eco-friendly water management systems to reduce underwater environmental pollutants Visualization and simulation of internal flow and fluid transport phenomena in advanced fluid systems Sustainable energy systems modeling & application	+82-2-3290-3379
Na, Sung Soo	차세대재료설계 및 다중센싱 연구실 Next Generation Design & Multi Sensing Lab. open_in_new	Mechanical properties of disease-causing proteins Detection of environmental nano-toxic substances	+82-2-3290-3370
Park, Shin Suk	인간-기계 시스템 연구실 Human-Machine Systems Lab. open_in_new	Robot Manipulator Haptics/Force Feedback Augmented Reality Human-Machine Interface Human-Human Interface EMG – FES System	+82-2-3290-3868
Ryu, Jai Young	전산유체역학연구실 Computational Fluid Dynamics Lab. open_in_new	Aerothermodynamic and flow analysis of high-pressure gas turbine blades Anaylsis of hyperloop flow characteristics Optimal design of impellers for centrifugal compressors Pulse-Wave Cardio- and Cerebrovascular hemodynamics Reducing hydrodynamic resistance in unmanned submarines	+82-2-3290-3360
Shin, Se Hyun	나노바이오유체시스템 연구실 nano-Bio Fluid System Lab. open_in_new	Development of sample pre-treatment techniques for liquid biopsy Diagnostic examination based on microfluidic hemodynamics and blood property measurements Microfluidic systems design and application Medical devices and biochips for point-of-care diagnostics	+82-2-3290-3859
Song, Yong Nam	근골격 생체역학 연구실 Skeletal Tissue Accociated Research Lab. open_in_new	Properties and characteristics study of musculoskeletal tissues by medical imaging and finite element analysis Medical robotics and devices Biomechanical research based on the analysis of posture and motion dynamics AI research for medical diagnostics	+82-2-3290-3722

Materials / Safety

This research area aims to shape the future landscape of materials by navigating the following sequence: 1) formulating basic mechanical theories to build highly reliable, precise, and intelligent systems indispensable for the nation’s key industries; 2) incorporating theories into the analysis and application of new materials and structures; and 3) developing design/manufacturing technologies based on innovative theories and AI algorithms.

Professors	Laboratories	Research Field	Contacts
Choi, Byoung Ho	차세대재료물성평가연구실 Advanced Materials Characterization Lab. open_in_new	Material fracture behavior and durability assessment based on crack layer theory and experiments Mechanical-chemical degradation evaluation and lifespan prediction model construction Development of AI-based models (structure-processing-process relationship in polymers) Multi-physics analysis of thermal runaway phenomena in lithium-ion batteries Evaluation of damage and suitability of polymer materials in hydrogen economy	+82-2-3290-3378
Choi, Won Joon	멀티스케일 전달현상 연구실 Multiscale Transport Lab. open_in_new	Multiscale Platforms for Active Control of Thermal & Fluidic transport and Their Applications Structure-Guided Combustion Waves (SGCWs) driven Thermal-Chemical-Electrical Energy Conversion for Energy Applications Thermal Metamaterials for Local Heat Flux Manipulation Self-Sustained Thermal-Fluidic Sensing Platform (Energy Harvesting and Sensors) 3D printed multifunctional metamaterials	+82-2-3290-5951
Han, Chang Soo	멀티스케일 자연모방 기계 연구실 Multiscale Nature-inspired Mechanics Lab. open_in_new	Tactile sensor by mimicking tactile organs Electric power source by mimicking electrocyte Artificial hearing sensors Biomolecule sensing by micro/nanopore	+82-2-3290-4952
Kim, Yun Jae	신뢰성평가연구실 Structural Integrity & Reliability Lab. open_in_new	Finite element failure analysis based on phenomenological failure models Structural design and evaluation methods for next-generation plant piping Residual stress analysis and crack evaluation of dissimilar metal welds in nuclear power plants Fatigue stress analysis for durability assessment of automotive and electronic components	+82-2-3290-3749
Lee, Byung Yang	스마트 다기능 소자 연구실 Smart Multi-Functional Device Lab. open_in_new	Self-assembly and characterization of nano-scale structures Nanoscale devices and sensors Nanoscale energy conversion devices	+82-2-3290-3365
Noh, Gun Woo	전산역학 및 최적설계 연구실 Computational Mechanics & Design Optimization Lab. open_in_new	Modern finite element methods Machine learing - assisted computational mechanics Deep learning-computational mechanics-based material-shape-process optimal design technique Structural (automotive, shipbuilding, robot, electronic device), electromagnetic (element, substrate, cable), biological (prosthetics, ultrasonic) optimal design and industrial application	+82-2-3290-3368
Song, Yong Nam	근골격 생체역학 연구실 Skeletal Tissue Accociated Research Lab. open_in_new	Properties and characteristics study of musculoskeletal tissues by medical imaging and finite element analysis Medical robotics and devices Biomechanical research based on the analysis of posture and motion dynamics AI research for medical diagnostics	+82-2-3290-3722
Yoon, Sam S.	나노에너지 및 열유체 연구실 Nano Energy Thermofluid Lab open_in_new	Piezoelectric and triboelectric nano-generators Improving the performance of supercapacitors and lithium-ion batteries Analysis of aerosol flow and diffusion inhibition in medical facilities	+82-2-3290-3861

Mobility

Researchers are focusing their resources and capabilities on developing innovative medical and rehabilitation technologies to integrate into various cutting-edge mechanical systems, aiming to enhance the quality of life in an aging society through future mobility technology. This, in turn, will make the presence of mechanical engineering stronger in the era of the Fourth Industrial Revolution and contribute to securing the global competitiveness of domestic industries.

Professors	Laboratories	Research Field	Contacts
Choi, Byoung Ho	차세대재료물성평가연구실 Advanced Materials Characterization Lab. open_in_new	Material fracture behavior and durability assessment based on crack layer theory and experiments Mechanical-chemical degradation evaluation and lifespan prediction model construction Development of AI-based models (structure-processing-process relationship in polymers) Multi-physics analysis of thermal runaway phenomena in lithium-ion batteries Evaluation of damage and suitability of polymer materials in hydrogen economy	+82-2-3290-3378
Chung, Woo Jin	지능시스템 및 로보틱스 연구실 Intelling Systems & Robotics Laboratory open_in_new	Position Estimation Traversability Analysis Path Planning	+82-2-3290-3375
Hong, Dae Hie	메카트로닉스 및 로보틱스 연구실 Mechatronics & Robotics Lab. open_in_new	Mechatronics system design & control Minimally invasive surgical robot Construction automation & construction robot	+82-2-3290-3748
Im, Seong Kyun	기체역학 및 반응성유동 연구실 Gasdynamics and Reacting Flow Lab. open_in_new	Plasma-Assisted plastic energy recovery and utilization Prediction of unstart phenomena in scramjet engine under hypersonic flow conditions Simulation and prediction of wildfires Study of ammonia mechanisms and global mechanisms	+82-2-3290-3356
Kang, Yong Tae	에너지물질순환연구실 Energy Materials Criculation Lab. open_in_new	Sorption thermal battery systems, Absorption cycles & Heat pumps Indoor CO2 capture and integrated ventilation systems Heat-electricity conversion and storage system Solar cell thermal management by emulsion filters and passive cooling	+82-2-3290-59
Kim, Yong Chan	냉동공조 및 이상유동 연구실 TWO-PHASE FLOW Lab. open_in_new	PEMFC and Renewable energy Performance evaluation of low GWP refrigerants Next-generation refrigeration and HVAC system Cooling system for semiconductors	+82-2-921-5946
Lee, Ho Seong	최적 에너지 변환 시스템 연구실 Optimized Energy Conversion Systems Lab. open_in_new	Optimization of energy systems for building carbon reduction Thermal management systems for lithium-ion batteries (PCM, heat pipes, dielectrics) Development of simulation models for thermal management systems in electric vehicles Enhancing the performance of heat exchangers applied in electric vehicles	+82-2-3290-3891
Na, Sung Soo	차세대재료설계 및 다중센싱 연구실 Next Generation Design & Multi Sensing Lab. open_in_new	Mechanical properties of disease-causing proteins Detection of environmental nano-toxic substances	+82-2-3290-3370
Shim, Jae Kyung	기계설계 및 CAD 연구실 Mechanical Design & CAD Lab. open_in_new	Mechanism design and analysis methodologies using graph theory Performance enhancement through analysis of existing mechanisms Design and analysis of engine, suspension systems, and door mechanisms	+82-2-3290-3362
Shim, Joon Hyung	신재생에너지시스템 연구실 Renewable Energy System Lab. open_in_new	Eco-friendly hydrogen production, power generation, and other energy systems Component&material fabrication technologies (batteries, fuel cells) Vacuum deposition and liquid process technologies (atomic layer deposition, inkjet printing) Design and optimization of smart energy grid	+82-2-3290-3353
Song, Jae Bok	지능로봇 연구실 Intelligent Robotics Lab. open_in_new	Navigation Manipulation Robotic Systems Haptics	+82-2-3290-3363
Yoo, Dong Joo	차세대 전지 시스템 연구실 Advanced Battery System Lab. open_in_new	Next-generation electrolytes for fast charging and low-temperature operation Laser processing of cathode electrodes and physics-based electrochemical modeling Physics-based electrochemical modeling of sulfide-based solid-state batteries Study of cathode materials and degradation mechanisms in sulfide-based solid-state batteries	+82-2-3290-3367