Bin Yao

Bin Yao is a Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Purdue University, located in West Lafayette, Indiana. He holds positions within the School of Mechanical Engineering and has affiliations with Purdue's broader Engineering College. His research focuses on adaptive and robust control systems, nonlinear control, precision mechanical systems, vehicle control, and robotics, with applications in human-machine interaction, transportation, and advanced robotics.

Yao earned his B.Eng. from Beijing University of Aeronautics & Astronautics (1987), M.Eng. from Nanyang Technological University (1992), and Ph.D. from UC Berkeley (1996). He has received numerous awards, including the 2010 Changjiang Chair Professorship and the 2007 ASME Outstanding Young Investigator Award. His work emphasizes theoretical advancements in control systems and their practical implementation in industrial and robotic applications.

Key research trends in his publications include precision motion control of gantry systems, adaptive strategies for hydraulic manipulators, and teleoperation systems with haptic feedback. His articles often bridge theoretical control methodologies with real-world mechanical systems, emphasizing robustness and adaptability.

• Awards: Over 10 prestigious awards spanning from 1985 to 2010, including international recognitions in control systems and academic excellence.
• Grants: Secured major funding through NSF CAREER Award (1998) and other industrial collaborations.

His research lab focuses on advanced control systems integration in mechanical and robotic platforms, with ongoing projects in precision manufacturing and autonomous vehicle dynamics.