Qi Jiang

Zhejiang University, Jiaxing University, Northeastern University

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Qi Jiang is an optical engineer and computer vision researcher whose work sits at the intersection of advanced lens design and intelligent imaging systems. Best known for pioneering contributions to panoramic annular lens (PAL) technology, Jiang has significantly advanced the field of wide-field optical systems by developing compact, lightweight solutions suitable for real-world computer vision applications. His most influential work, published in 2022 and garnering 26 citations, introduced a focal power distribution theory grounded in Petzval sum correction, yielding a remarkable PAL system with a 360° × (25°–100°) field of view in a package weighing just 20 grams and spanning only 29.2 mm — a substantial engineering achievement that bridges theoretical optics and practical deployment. Building on this foundation, his 2024 research on glass-plastic hybrid aspheric PAL designs further pushes the boundaries of minimalist optical engineering, attracting 8 citations since publication. Earlier in his career, Jiang also explored human-computer interaction, contributing to fast audio-visual identity registration for family service robots. Across these diverse contributions, Jiang's research consistently emphasizes elegant, efficient design — making sophisticated optical and recognition technologies more accessible for emerging robotics and vision applications.