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A research assistants is required for a funded research projects on
Autonomous Guided Vehicles

Project Title:
Graph Theoretic Dynamic Modelling, Design and Model Based Control of
Autonomous Guided Vehicles

Project Abstract:
The development of an Autonomous Guided Vehicle (AGV) and research in
control, modelling and perception are the subjects of this research
project. AGV systems are important sub-systems in Flexible
Manufacturing Systems used for transport of materials, goods and
tools. Traditional AGVs are wire guided with limited free-ranging
capabilities and are subject to constraints which limit flexibility
and applicability. Advanced mechatronic designs will allow advancement
in free-ranging and versatile operation. Increased mechatronic
complexity requires more advanced control techniques to achieve the
desired accurate performance. This project focuses on problems in
dynamic modelling and model based control. Graph-theoretic methods
will be applied to facilitate the system modelling and formulation of
equations of motion. Graph-theoretic methods also typically lead to
very systematic methods of formulation of system equations. These
methods are so systematic that computer programs written to implement
"self-formulating" systems for modelling and analysis are greatly
facilitated.Model based control using computed torque methods will be
applied to the fine motion control required for the docking and
materials handling phase of the operation of the AGV. Computed torque
control has been shown to give dramatic improvements in speed and
smoothness of motion for robot manipulators. An autonomous guided
vehicle with auto-leveling and materials handling capability requires
simultaneous control of interacting subsystems to achieve safe and
controlled manipulation of loads and objects.

The research projects are supported by well equiped laboaratories,
computer facities and libray services.

Candidates:

1.	Should have completed or will soon complete an undergraduate degree
(or higher degree) in
	electrical or mechanical engineering, mechatronics or closely related
discipline.
2.	Ideally have a background or good knowledge in mechatronics
(electronics, mechanical design,
	computer control), realtime systems, intelligent systems and software
engineering.
3.	Will be strongly encouraged to register for a higher degree
(MPhil/PhD).


Terms and Renumeration:

1.	Initial appointment for 1 year, with renewal upon demonstration of
satisfactory progress.
2.	Renumeration commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Current starting salaries:
		-	Research Assistant - HK$13,415/mth (approx exchange rate : 7.8HK$
=3D 1US$)
		-	Senior Research Assistant - HK$16,860/mth


To Apply:

Interested applicants should forward their resum=E9s to: 

Dr. Sherman Lang
Dept. of Manufacturing Engineering & Engineering Managemant
City University of Hong Kong
Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong
Tel: (852) 2788 7827
Fax: (852) 2788 7660/8423
Email: melang@cityu.edu.hk