Dr. Qipeng Wang | Antenna | Best Researcher Award 

Engineer at AVIC Research Institute for Special Structures of Aeronautical Composites, China

Qipeng Wang is an engineer at the Aeronautical Science Key Laboratory for High Performance Electromagnetic Windows, AVIC Research Institute for Special Structures of Aeronautical Composites, Jinan, China. His expertise lies in liquid crystal phased arrays, reconfigurable antennas, and AI-assisted electromagnetic design, with impactful contributions to advanced antenna technologies and frequency selective surfaces.

Professional Profile

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Education

Qipeng Wang pursued his academic training in electronic science and technology, followed by doctoral-level research in electromagnetic field and microwave techniques. His doctoral research was carried out at the State Key Laboratory of Millimeter Waves, Southeast University, where he developed strong foundations in liquid crystal phased-array antennas and microwave system design. Through rigorous coursework and advanced experimental studies, he built expertise in integrating theoretical electromagnetic models with practical engineering applications. His education prepared him to address the critical challenges of high-performance phased arrays and frequency selective structures in aeronautical and communication systems.

Experience

Currently serving as an engineer at the AVIC Research Institute for Special Structures of Aeronautical Composites, Qipeng Wang is engaged in research and development activities related to electromagnetic windows, frequency selective surfaces, and antenna optimization. His role involves advancing design methodologies for reconfigurable antenna systems and implementing AI-assisted inverse design techniques to accelerate the optimization of complex structures. In addition to his industrial research responsibilities, he actively collaborates with leading academics, including Professor Xiaoxing Yin at the State Key Laboratory of Millimeter Waves, to bridge theoretical innovations with applied engineering solutions. He has also contributed as a reviewer for peer-reviewed journals, reflecting his engagement with the broader scientific community.

Research Focus

Wang’s research revolves around high-performance reconfigurable antennas and electromagnetic devices. His work on liquid crystal phased arrays introduced fast beam-steering solutions with millisecond-level response, addressing the challenge of metallic losses in waveguide-fed designs. He has also contributed to the design of tunable phase shifters, demonstrating innovative ways to improve phase-shifting capabilities using liquid crystal technology. Another core area of his work is the integration of artificial intelligence into the design and optimization of frequency selective surfaces and antennas. By introducing machine learning-assisted frameworks, he has significantly reduced the computational burden of antenna optimization, enabling rapid and accurate solutions for large-scale electromagnetic problems. His broader research interests include reconfigurable antennas, frequency selective surfaces, spoof surface plasmon polaritons, and millimeter-wave technologies, all of which play critical roles in modern communication and aeronautical systems.

Publication Top Notes

Title: Fast Beam Steering Phased-Array Antenna Based on Liquid Crystal
Authors: Qipeng Wang, Zhongxuan Pang
Summary: Introduces a liquid crystal-based phased-array antenna achieving rapid beam steering with low loss and enhanced millimeter-wave performance.

Title: Machine Learning-Assisted Quasi-Bisection Method for Pixelated Patch Antenna Bandwidth Optimization
Authors: Qipeng Wang, Zhongxuan Pang, Di Gao, Peng Liu, Xiaoyu Pang, Xiaoxing Yin
Summary: Proposes a machine learning-assisted method for optimizing pixelated patch antenna bandwidth, improving design efficiency and electromagnetic performance.

Title: Microwave-Range Dielectric Characterization of Nematic Liquid Crystal Using Multisection Transformer Based on Two-Line Method
Authors: Qipeng Wang, Zhiguo Su, Shunli Li, Hongxin Zhao, Xiaoxing Yin
Summary: Presents a two-line transformer method for accurately characterizing nematic liquid crystal dielectric properties at microwave frequencies.

Title: Electrically Tunable Phase Shifter With Improved Phase-Shifting Capability Based on Liquid Crystal
Authors: Qipeng Wang, Zhiguo Su, Shunli Li, Yue Su, Hongxin Zhao, Xiaoxing Yin
Summary: Demonstrates a liquid crystal-based tunable phase shifter with enhanced phase-shifting capability, enabling efficient reconfigurable microwave communication devices.

Title: Fast and Continuously Steerable 1×4 Liquid Crystal Phased Array Antenna With Waveguide Feed Network
Authors: Qipeng Wang, Zhiguo Su, Yue Su, Shunli Li, Hongxin Zhao, Xiaoxing Yin
Summary: Develops a 1×4 phased-array antenna integrating liquid crystal and waveguide feed for continuous, high-speed beam steering applications.

Conclusion

Qipeng Wang’s career reflects a consistent pursuit of innovation at the intersection of materials science, antenna engineering, and artificial intelligence. His work has produced significant advancements in liquid crystal phased arrays, frequency selective surfaces, and reconfigurable antennas, all of which have substantial implications for aeronautical and communication technologies. His ability to combine experimental research with computational optimization frameworks has positioned him as a leading figure in next-generation electromagnetic systems. Through publications in high-impact journals, active collaborations, and service as a reviewer, he has contributed meaningfully to the advancement of knowledge and practice in his field. His ongoing work in AI-assisted electromagnetic design continues to set new benchmarks for efficiency and performance in antenna and microwave engineering. These contributions establish him as a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award, recognizing both his scholarly excellence and practical impact on the advancement of aerospace and communication technologies.