Xiaoou 'Hannah' Yang

Dr. Xiaoou 'Hannah' Yang is an Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Santa Clara University's School of Engineering, focusing on advanced manufacturing and system design. Her research integrates human-AI interaction to enhance cyber-physical-social systems and develops computational models for optimizing collaborative team structures in workforce development.

• Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering, University of Georgia (2024)
• B.S., Mechanical Engineering, Florida Institute of Technology (2019)

Her research explores the convergence of AI-driven manufacturing systems and human-centric design principles, emphasizing Industry 4.0 readiness through:

• Human-AI collaboration frameworks
• Computational modeling for team optimization
• Workforce development strategies
• Educational interventions for empathy in engineering

Recent publications analyze AI-enhanced requirement analysis, gaze-tracking for product design feedback, and Industry 4.0 workplace preparation. She maintains active membership in ASME and ASEE societies.