Feng-Chi Yu

Minghsin University of Science and Technology

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Feng-Chi Yu is a researcher whose work lies at the intersection of robotics, civil infrastructure, and precision positioning technologies. His primary research focus is the development of autonomous systems for infrastructure inspection, particularly the application of mobile robots to pavement assessment. Yu’s most notable contribution is his pioneering framework integrating the Pioneer 3-AT autonomous robot with a Virtual Reference Station (VRS) positioning technique, a system designed to conduct highly accurate, remote pavement inspections across diverse terrains. In his 2011 study, he demonstrated this approach by testing the robot on both rigid and flexible pavements at sites 60 km apart, showcasing a novel method for automating road condition surveys. While his most-cited paper has garnered 2 citations, the work represents an early and important step in the fusion of robotics and geospatial technology for civil engineering. Yu’s research is particularly valuable for students and engineers interested in the practical deployment of autonomous ground vehicles for real-world infrastructure monitoring, offering a foundation for reducing human labor and improving inspection safety.