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Dr. Zhi 'Albert' Li is a Researcher and Postdoctoral Researcher at RMIT University's School of Engineering, specifically within the Centre for Innovative Structures and Materials (CISM). He holds a Ph.D. from RMIT University and a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Environmental Design from Tianjin University. His research focuses on topology optimization, computational design, and advanced manufacturing techniques, with particular emphasis on integrating subjective preferences and extended reality (XR) into structural design processes.
Education:
- Bachelor of Fine Arts in Environmental Design, Tianjin University (2018)
- Ph.D. in Structural Engineering, RMIT University (2024)
Research Interests:
- Topology optimization considering subjective preferences
- Integration of extended reality (XR) in topology optimization
- Design and construction of complex architectural surfaces
- Advanced manufacturing techniques including robotic fabrication
- Computational design tools development
Achievements and Awards:
- Postgraduate Research Excellence Award (2024)
- DNA Paris Design Award (2024)
- Third Prize, International 3D Printing and Design Competition (2020)
- DigitalFUTURES Coding Award (2020)
- Third Prize, National Universities Bamboo Design and Construction Competition (2017)
He is open to supervising Masters and PhD students in research areas related to his expertise. His work is supported by the ARC Laureate Fellowship project under the supervision of Emeritus Professor Mike Xie. He has also contributed to software development, including tools like iBESO, VR-BESO, and Legolizer, which aid in topology optimization and computational design.
Labs/Teams: Centre for Innovative Structures and Materials (CISM), RMIT University.
