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A computation-efficient path planning method for robotic manipulators using evolving artificial repulsive force over expanding obstacles

Thu, 01 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Duan, M., Zhou, Y., and Cheung, Y.H., IP.PA.12873, “A computation-efficient path planning method for robotic manipulators using evolving artificial repulsive force over expanding obstacles,” US Provisional Application 64/041,762 (filed Apr 2026); CN Application (approved for filing).

Adaptive optimal control allocation of over-actuated VTOL UAVs for wind resilience and power efficiency

Thu, 01 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Duan, M., Mei, Y., Wang, H., Shan, X., Li, Y., and Dong, B., IP.PA.12865, “Adaptive optimal control allocation of over-actuated VTOL UAVs for wind resilience and power efficiency,” CN Application (approved for filing). Assignees: HKUST and SUSTech.

Sensorless contact forces estimation method for robotic manipulators using dual-stage temporal-residual neural network compensation

Thu, 01 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Duan, M., Zhou, Y., and Cheung, Y.H., IP.PA.12872, “Sensorless contact forces estimation method for robotic manipulators using dual-stage temporal-residual neural network compensation,” US Provisional Application 64/041,767 (filed Apr 2026); CN Application 202611125274.2 (filed Jul 2026).

A force-position control system for robot bricklaying considering mortar dynamics

Wed, 01 Jan 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Duan, M., and Zhou, Y., IP.PA.12763, “A force-position control system for robot bricklaying considering mortar dynamics,” US Provisional Application 63/915,650 (filed Nov 2025); CN Application (approved for filing).

Optimal trajectory generation and feedback tension control of a robotic space tether launching system

Wed, 01 Jan 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Duan, M., Liu, S., and Wang, S., IP.PA.12761, “Optimal trajectory generation and feedback tension control of a robotic space tether launching system,” US Provisional Application 63/911,507 (filed Nov 2025); US Application (approved for filing); CN Application (approved for filing).

Continuous fiber path optimization approach in additive manufacturing

Mon, 01 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0000

Duan, M., and He, S., IP.PA.02094, “Continuous fiber path optimization approach in additive manufacturing,” US Provisional Application 63/635,609 (filed Apr 2024); CN Application 202510097967.4 (filed Jan 2025, published).

Extendable variable-stiffness boom-lift-mounted robot with vibration compensation

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Duan, M., and Zhou, Y., IP.PA.02024, “Extendable variable-stiffness boom-lift-mounted robot with vibration compensation,” US Provisional Application 63/615,786 (filed Dec 2023); US Patent 12,654,313 (issued Jun 2026); CN Application 202411946171.3 (filed Dec 2024, published); HK Application 42025111199.3 (filed Aug 2025, published).

In-situ additive manufacturing deposition trajectory monitoring and compensation system with thermal camera

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Duan, M., Chen, S., and Yang, Y., IP.PA.01890, “In-situ additive manufacturing deposition trajectory monitoring and compensation system with thermal camera,” US Provisional Application 63/505,696 (filed Jun 2023); CN Patent ZL202410710170.2 (issued Sep 2025).

Use of filtered basis splines to compensate servo-induced motion errors

Wed, 01 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Duan, M., Okwudire, C.E., and Ramani, K.S., “Use of filtered basis splines to compensate servo-induced motion errors,” U.S. Patent 10585414, issued Mar. 2020.