Associate Professor at National Formosa University, Taiwan
Dr. Tzu-Chi Chan (Watson) is an Associate Professor at National Formosa University, Taiwan, specializing in Robotics, Precision Machine Design, and Smart Manufacturing Systems. He earned his Ph.D. from National Tsing Hua University in 2012 and has since contributed significantly to the Precision Machinery Research and Development Center. With 97 research articles, 1 book, and 20 patents to his name, Dr. Chan’s work integrates Finite Element Analysis, Machine Dynamics, and Automation Technology. He holds multiple Best Paper awards from IEEE and has been recognized by the Chinese Society of Mechanism and Machine Theory for his outstanding contributions to mechanical engineering research. Additive Manufacturing
Professional Profiles
Education
Dr. Tzu-Chi Chan (Watson) earned his Ph.D. in Power Mechanical Engineering from National Tsing Hua University in 2012. He joined National Formosa University (NFU) thereafter, contributing significantly to the Precision Machinery Research and Development Center (PMC) and achieving recognition as an excellent research personnel by the Ministry of Economic Affairs in 2003. He later served as Vice Director at the Smart Machinery Promotion Office before assuming his current role as Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Computer-Aided Engineering at NFU. Additive Manufacturing
Professional Experience
Currently, Dr. Chan also serves as the Director of the Continuing Education Center at NFU and oversees operations at the Smart Manufacturing and Measurement Lab. His leadership extends from academia to industry, fostering advancements in machinery and manufacturing technologies. Additive Manufacturing
Honors and Awards
Dr. Chan has been honored with numerous accolades, including five Best Paper awards at IEEE conferences and prestigious recognitions from the Chinese Society of Mechanism and Machine Theory (CSMMT), underscoring his influential contributions to mechanical engineering research.
Research Focuse
Dr. Chan’s research interests span Robotics and Automation Technology, Precision Machine Design, Finite Element Analysis and Testing, Machine Dynamics, and Smart Manufacturing Systems. His contributions include 97 research articles, 1 book, and 20 patents, highlighting his expertise and innovation in these fields. Additive Manufacturing
Publications
- Structural Analysis of a Moving Column 5-Axis Machining Center Based on Finite Element Analysis by Computer Aided Design, Publication date: 2023.
- A systematic technique to estimate positioning errors for robot accuracy improvement using laser interferometry based sensing, Publication date: 2005.
- Intelligent diagnosis and precision analysis of a large gantry type 5-axis CNC machine tool, Publication date: 2023.
- Study on Kinematic Structure Performance and Machining Characteristics of 3-Axis Machining Center, Publication date: 2023.
- Finite element analysis and structure optimization of a gantry-type high-precision machine tool, Publication date: 2023.
- Effect of spatial moving structure and topology optimization of the CNC turning machine tools, Publication date: 2023.
- Numerical technique with innovative strategies for performance enhancement in micro-probe measuring equipment,
- Optimal Treatment of Tumor in Upper Human Respiratory Tract Using Microaerosols, Publication date: 2024.
- Integrating numerical techniques and predictive diagnosis for precision enhancement in roller cam rotary table, Publication date: 2024.
- Improving machining accuracy of complex precision turning-milling machine tools, Publication date: 2024.
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