Shigeyuki Tateno

Shigeyuki Tateno is a Professor at the Graduate School of Information, Production and Systems within the Faculty of Science and Engineering at Waseda University. Holding a Doctor of Engineering degree from Kyushu University, he has established himself as a leading researcher in wireless sensor networks, fault diagnosis systems, and corrosion engineering. His academic journey spans over three decades, with significant contributions to both theoretical frameworks and practical industrial applications.

Dr. Tateno received his graduate education from Kyushu University's Division of Engineering, specializing in chemical engineering, completing his studies in 1992. His academic career progressed from Research Assistant in the Department of Chemical Engineering at Kyushu University (1992-2003) to Associate Professor at Waseda University's Graduate School of Information, Production and Systems (2003-2009), culminating in his current position as Professor. He maintains active membership in four professional societies: Japan Facility Management Society, Institute of Electronics, Information and Communication Engineers, Society of Instrument and Control Engineers, and Society of Chemical Engineers.

His research portfolio demonstrates remarkable breadth across multiple engineering disciplines. Dr. Tateno's primary research thrusts include wireless sensor networks for human motion detection and indoor positioning, fault detection and diagnosis using signed digraphs and graph theory, and corrosion engineering with particular focus on corrosion under insulation in petrochemical plants. His work bridges chemical engineering with computer science and electronics, creating innovative solutions for challenges in industrial maintenance, autonomous systems, and healthcare monitoring. Recent projects have expanded into autonomous driving systems, elderly monitoring technologies, and rescue operation support systems.

Analyzed across his 67 publications with 276 citations and an h-index of 8, Dr. Tateno's research shows clear evolution from theoretical fault diagnosis methods toward practical applications in safety-critical systems. His most recent work demonstrates strong interdisciplinary connections between electronics, chemical engineering, and computer science, with increasing emphasis on real-world implementations in automotive technology, elderly care facilities, and industrial maintenance systems. The consistent thread throughout his career is the application of measurement technology to solve practical engineering problems.

• Japan Facility Management Society
• Institute of Electronics, Information and Communication Engineers
• Society of Instrument and Control Engineers
• Society of Chemical Engineers

Dr. Tateno has supervised numerous research projects addressing critical engineering challenges in industrial maintenance, safety systems, and sensor technology development. His research has been applied in diverse settings including petrochemical plants, elderly care facilities, and automotive systems. The practical impact of his work is evident in implemented systems for pipe corrosion management, autonomous vehicle control, and rescue operation monitoring. His approach consistently bridges theoretical frameworks with practical implementations, ensuring research outcomes deliver tangible benefits in real-world environments.

His laboratory focuses on developing wireless sensor network applications for positioning systems, human motion detection, and industrial monitoring. The research team combines expertise in electronics, chemical engineering, and computer science to create innovative solutions for challenges in elderly care, rescue operations, and petrochemical plant maintenance. Current projects include autonomous driving systems for elderly mobility, real-time logistics monitoring, and drowsiness detection systems based on physiological changes, reflecting the team's commitment to addressing societal challenges through engineering innovation.