Dr. Tai Fei - Information Engineering - Best Researcher Award
Fachhochschule Dortmund - Germany
Author Profile
Early academic pursuits 🎓
Tai Fei began his academic journey with a strong focus on signal processing and sonar technology. from september 2009 to november 2014, he pursued his ph.d. under the guidance of prof. dieter kraus at the university of bremen. his doctoral research was intricately linked to a project that involved the detection and classification of underwater targets using synthetic aperture sonar images. during this time, he collaborated with the signal processing group (spg) at the technical university of darmstadt, where prof. abdelhak zoubir served as his doctoral advisor. tai's academic foundation laid the groundwork for his future expertise in sonar technology and signal processing.
Professional endeavors 🏢
After completing his ph.d., tai fei expanded his research scope by joining the center for marine environmental sciences (marum) at the university of bremen. here, he applied his expertise in sonar technology to marine environmental research, contributing to the field of underwater target detection. his career took a turn towards the automotive industry in 2014 when he joined hella, a global leader in automotive technology. from march 2014 to october 2023, tai served as an expert in automotive radar, further broadening his experience in signal processing and its real-world applications. in november 2023, he transitioned to academia, taking on the role of interim professor at the dortmund university of applied sciences in the field of computer vision and robotics, assuming the responsibilities of prof. jörg theim.
Contributions and research focus 🔬
Tai Tei’s research primarily revolves around signal processing, sonar technology, and radar systems. during his doctoral studies, he contributed significantly to the development of algorithms for the detection and classification of underwater targets using synthetic aperture sonar. his work in this field extended to marine Information Engineering environmental research, where he applied sonar technology to study underwater environments. later, his expertise evolved into automotive radar, where he played a key role in the development of radar systems used in modern vehicles for safety and automation. his current research focus includes computer vision and robotics, where he integrates his deep understanding of signal processing into cutting-edge technological advancements.
Accolades and recognition 🏅
Tai’s work has been widely recognized in both the academic and industrial sectors. his contributions to sonar and radar technology have been instrumental in advancing both marine environmental sciences and automotive safety. his transition to academia as an interim professor at the dortmund university of applied Information Engineering sciences is a testament to his recognition as a leading expert in his field. throughout his career, he has worked alongside esteemed professors such as prof. dieter kraus and prof. abdelhak zoubir, further validating his standing in the scientific community.
Impact and influence 🌍
Tai fei’s impact spans multiple industries and disciplines. his early work on synthetic aperture sonar has contributed to advancements in underwater target detection, Information Engineering with implications for both marine research and defense technologies. in the automotive industry, his expertise in radar systems has played a role in enhancing vehicle safety through the development of cutting-edge radar technologies. now, as an interim professor, he is poised to influence the next generation of researchers and engineers, shaping the future of computer vision and robotics.
Legacy and future contributions 🔮
Tai’s legacy is defined by his interdisciplinary expertise and his ability to transition between academia and industry. his work in signal processing, sonar, and radar technology will continue to influence both marine and automotive fields. as he takes on a more prominent academic role, his future contributions are likely to expand into the realms of computer vision and robotics, further bridging the gap between theoretical research and practical applications. his commitment to innovation ensures that his impact will be long-lasting and far-reaching.
Notable Publications
- Title: Real-Time Radar-Based Gesture Detection and Recognition Built in an Edge-Computing Platform
Authors: Y. Sun, T. Fei, X. Li, A. Warnecke, E. Warsitz, N. Pohl
Journal: IEEE Sensors Journal, 1-11, 2020 - Title: Contributions to Automatic Target Recognition Systems for Underwater Mine Classification
Authors: T. Fei, D. Kraus, A.M. Zoubir
Journal: IEEE Transactions on Geoscience and Remote Sensing 53 (1), 505-518, 2014 - Title: Gesture Classification with Handcrafted Micro-Doppler Features using a FMCW Radar
Authors: Y. Sun, T. Fei, F. Schliep, N. Pohl
Journal: 2018 IEEE MTT-S International Conference on Microwaves for Intelligent Systems, 2018 - Title: Automatic Radar-based Gesture Detection and Classification via a Region-based Deep Convolutional Neural Network
Authors: Y. Sun, T. Fei, S. Gao, N. Pohl
Journal: ICASSP 2019 - IEEE International Conference on Acoustics, Speech and Signal Processing, 2019 - Title: A High-Resolution Framework for Range-Doppler Frequency Estimation in Automotive Radar Systems
Authors: Y. Sun, T. Fei, N. Pohl
Journal: IEEE Sensors Journal 19 (23), 11346-11358, 2019