معرفی
Sang-Hwan Kim is an Associate Professor in the Industrial and Manufacturing Systems Engineering department at the University of Michigan-Dearborn College of Engineering and Computer Science. His research bridges Automotive Engineering and Human Factors and Ergonomics, focusing on Human-Machine Interaction and UI/UX Design for vehicles and aerospace systems.
- Education
- Ph.D., Industrial & Systems Engineering, North Carolina State University, 2009
- M.S., Industrial Engineering, Korea University, 2002
- B.S., Industrial Engineering, Soongsil University, 2000
Kim’s research explores Cognitive Engineering, Driver Psychology, and Human-Automation Trust, particularly in Autonomous Vehicles and Urban Air Mobility (UAM). His work emphasizes user-centered design and safety optimization in transportation systems.
Recent publications highlight his contributions to Conversational AI, Dynamic Text Design, and Defensive Cruise Control Systems. These studies analyze user preferences, emotional expression, and driver interaction strategies with emerging technologies.
- Scientific Awards & Grants
- NSF MRI Grant for autonomous vehicle platform (2022-2025)
- Hyundai NGV usability guidelines (2022)
- Ford Summer Sabbatical Program (2019)
- Hyundai Human-Machine Interface projects (2014-2015)
- Hyundai Motor Company research on gear shift quality (2013-2014)
- NASA-funded computational models for automated systems (2010)
Kim collaborates with institutions like Hyundai, Ford, and NASA, applying computational cognitive modeling to evaluate human-automation interaction. His lab investigates driver confidence, display clutter, and adaptive interfaces across automotive and aerospace domains.
