3D Optical Sensing Laboratory (3DOSL)
Science, engineering and applications
Laboratory Director
Dr. Beiwen Li, Associate Professor
Google Scholar profile SPIE profile
Education
Ph.D. Purdue University, 2017
M.S. Iowa State University, 2014
B.S. Beihang University, 2012
Short Bio
Dr. Beiwen Li is an associate professor of mechanical engineering at University of Georgia. He has previously worked 7 years at Iowa State University as Assistant and Associate Professor. His current research focuses on 3D imaging, data analysis and associated applications. His research interests include superfast (kHz) 3D imaging, multi-scale 3D optical metrology, machine vision, online inspection, and applications of 3D imaging
Postdoctoral Research Associate
Dr. Jiaqiong Li
Education
Ph.D. University of Georgia, Athens, GA
M.S. Shanghai Jiao Tong University, China
B.S. University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, China
Short Bio
Jiaqiong is a Postdoctoral Research Associate in 3DOSL focusing on 3D optical sensing and metrology. She obtained her Ph.D. in our research group at UGA. She has interests in the application of 3D optical metrology in industry. She worked at the R&D department of an automotive company. When she does get free time, she likes cooking.
PhD Students
Badrinath Balasubramaniam (PhD Student, University of Georgia)
Education
M.S Mechanical Engineering- Iowa State University, Ames, IA
B.E Mechanical Engineering-BITS Pilani, India
Short Bio
Badrinath is a PhD student in 3DOSL focusing on 3D Imaging and Optical Sensing and is interested in its applications in Robotics. Prior to this, Badrinath worked as a Project Engineer/Manager in the industry for three years. In his free time, he enjoys biking, cricket, pickle-ball and board games.
Yang Cheng (PhD Student, University of Georgia)
Education
M.S. Shanghai University of Electric Power, China
B.S. Qingdao University, China
Short Bio
Yang Cheng is a Ph.D. student working in the 3DOSL group. His research interests include deep learning, computer vision, optimization, and AI for 3D optical imaging. He loves appreciating art, especially audiovisual arts such as film. He also enjoys sports, reading, traveling, and exploring the unknown.
Haiyang Zhao (PhD Student, University of Georgia)
Education
M.S. City University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong
B.E. Northeastern University, China
Short Bio
Haiyang is a PhD student working on 3D reconstruction with a interest in computer vision and AI. In his free time, he enjoys biking and playing games.
Victoria Macdans (PhD Student, University of Georgia)
Education
B. S. Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Ghana
Short Bio
Victoria is a PhD student in Mechanical Engineering, focusing on 3D optical sensing and its applications in robotics. Prior to this, She worked at a drone delivery company as a drone maintenance technician for two years. In her free time, She enjoys painting and playing video games.
Li-Hsin Yeh (PhD Student, ISU, Co-Advised with Dr. Ming-Chen Hsu)
Education
M.S. Iowa State University, Ames, IA
B.E. Tatung University, Taiwan
Short Bio
Li-Hsin obtained M.S. degree in 3DOSL and is currently working as a Ph.D. student. Li-Hsin has short-term internship in vehicle testing company. He is interested in new technologies especially automobiles. He will focus on manufacturing dimensional metrology and robotic vision studies in 3DOSL. In his leisure time, he likes driving and cycling.
M.S. Students
Sivaraman Anush Lakshman (Iowa State University)
Education
B.E. Mechanical Engineering, SSN College of Engineering, India
Short Bio
Anush is an M.S student working on Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning applications in the fields of Machine Vision and Robotics. He aims to apply the knowledge gained and apply it in real-life situations to build better robots. In his free time, he plays cricket, soccer, board, and computer games.
UGA Young Dawgs Program (K-12)
Benjamin Metcalf (North Oconee High School, GA)
Short Bio
I am a student at North Oconee High School participating in the Young Dawgs program to study 3D imaging and optical sensing. My interests include exploring its applications in robotics. In my free time, I enjoy playing the violin and tennis.
Alumni (Ph.D. Students)
Dr. Jiaqiong Li (PhD, Fall 2024)
Education
Ph.D. University of Georgia, Athens, GA
M.S. Shanghai Jiao Tong University, China
B.S. University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, China
Awards
Research Excellence Award, Iowa State University 2024
Galloway Scholarship, Iowa State University 2021
Binger Research Symposium Award (1st rank), Iowa State University 2021
Dr. Yi Zheng (PhD, Spring 2022)
Education
Ph.D. Iowa State University, Ames, IA
M.S. Northeastern University, Boston, MA
B.S. Chongqing University, China
Awards
1st place winner in ME Research Symposium (2021)
2nd place winner in ISU Grad Research Poster Presentation (2021)
ISU Graduate and Professional Student Senate Research Award (2021)
ISU College of Engineering Research Excellence Award (2021)
ISU William and Virginia Binger Research Award (2020)
Dr. Vignesh Suresh (PhD Student Marshal 2021)
Education
Ph.D. Iowa State University, Ames, IA
M.S. Iowa State University, Ames, IA
B.Tech. PSG college of Technology, India
Awards
Student Marshal for Spring 2021 Commencement Ceremony
2019 SPIE Photonics West Best Student Paper Award
ISU College of Engineering Research Excellence Award
ISU Graduate and Professional Student Senate Research Award
ISU William and Virginia Binger Research Award
1st place winner in ISU Grad Research Poster Presentation
Alumni (M.S. Students)
Yashwanth Maddipatla
M.S. 2024
Human-computer Interaction
Micah Mundy
M.S. 2024
ME/HCI/EE
Amit Singh
M.S. 2021
Mechanical Engineering
Li-Hsin Yeh
M.S. 2021
Mechanical Engineering
Saptarshi Basu
M.S. 2018
Mechanical Engineering
Vignesh Suresh
M.S. 2018, (PhD continued)
Mechanical Engineering
Alumni (SPIRE-EIT program)
Amy Gilhoi
Gustavus Adolphus College
Tim Yu
Grinnel College
Rebekah Young
University at Buffalo
Alumni (Undergraduate and REU Students)
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Adam Haroon, Jace Holton, Nicholas Wiens, Hailey Lucas, Arick Bhowmik, Cainan Davidson
Alumni (K-12 Students)
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Joseph Shen, High school student intern in Fall 2018 and Spring 2019, got accepted by UCLA.