1989 ―1993, Mechanical Engineering Shanghai Jiao Tong University and University of Warwick, Doctor
1986 ―1989, Mechanical Engineering Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Master
1978 ―1982, Mechanical Engineering Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Bachelor

1993-1994: Lecturer, School of Mechanical Engineering, Shanghai Jiao Tong University
1994-1997: Associate Professor, School of Mechanical Engineering, Shanghai Jiao Tong University
1997-Present: Professor, School of Mechanical Engineering, Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2000-2009: Vice Dean, School of Mechanical Engineering, Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2006- Present: Director, Institute of Manufacturing Technology & Equipment Automation, School of Mechanical Engineering, Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2016- Present: Chairman of Engineering Degree Committee, Shanghai Jiao Tong University

CNC Technology and Equipment
Design, manufacturing and reliability of bearings and electric spindles
Modeling, Simulation and Optimization in Manufacturing System
Laser Processing Technology
Additive and subtractive hybrid-manufacturing and laser processing technology
Precision machining and surface integrity control

1983―1986 The 6th Five Years Programs for Science and Technology Development of China, “Research and Development of the Wind Power Generator”
1986―1989 The 7th Five Years Programs for Science and Technology Development of China, “Computer Aided Design of Rail Bearings”
1997―1999 State Key Program of National Natural Science of China “Theoretical System and Key Technology of Agile Manufacturing”
1994―1996 Program of National Natural Science of China “Digital Design and Numerical Control Manufacturing of Artificial Prosthesis”
1997―1999 Program of National Natural Science of China “Test and Assessment for Micro-tribology Character of Miniature Bearings”
2001 ―2002 Program of Shanghai Automotive Industry Science and Technology, “Research and Development of the Multi-position Automatic Production Line for Car Seal Components”
2004―2006 National High-Tech Research and Development Program, “Key Technology and Application of the Middle-end Numerical Control System”
2004―2006 National High-Tech Research and Development Program, “Study on the Sandwich Structure and Wring System for Magnetically Levitated Train”
2004―2006 National High-Tech Research and Development Program, Key Program of Transpotation Technology of High Velocity Magnetic Suspension “Research and Development of High-speed Magnetically Levitated Train”
2004 ―2006 Major and Key Projects of Science and Technology Committee of Shanghai “Research and Application of Modern Container Logistics and Assembly Equipment”
2004－2006 Major and Key Projects of Science and Technology Committee of Shanghai “Numerical Control Thermal Stress Forming Technology and Equipment of Shipping Plates”
2004－2006 Project of Science and Technology Committee of Shanghai “Key Technology of High-end NC Grinding Machines for Iron and Auto Industry”
2004－2006 Project of Science and Technology Committee of Shanghai “Application and Industrialization of Embedded Middle and High-end CNC System”
2006－2008 State Science and Technology Support Program “Modern Logistics Demonstration Project of Shanghai International Shipping Center”
2006 ―2010 The State Key Fundamental Research Programs “The Basic Science Problem of Giant Heavy Manipulation Equipment”
2009－2012 Key Project of Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China “Research of Advanced Detection and Function Simulation Experiment of Assembly Seal Character of Huge Aerobus”
2009－2010 National Science and Technoloy Major Project “Huge Heavy NC Roller Grinding Machine”
2009－2010 National Science and Technology Major Project “CNC Grinding Machine for Shaft-Sleeve components”
2009－2011 National Science and Technology Major Project “CNC Grinding Machine based on Tangency Point Tracing for Huge Crankshafts ”
2009－2011 NSFC Innovative Research Group “Digital Design of Complex Equipment”
2010－2012 Foundation for Doctoral Scientists of Ministry of Education “Mechanism of High-Strain Rate Laser Shock Forming of Thin Sheet in Micro/Meso scale”
2015 - 2018 NSFC, “Stress-corrosion modification mechanism of laser peening on machined surface of nuclear grade stainless steel weld zone”,（51475299）
2015 - 2019 National Basic Research Project (973) “Internal cooling flow and fluid-solid interaction mechanism of canned motor reactor coolant pump” （2015CB057302）

[1] Luo, G., Yao, Z., Shen, H. Mechanism of pressure oscillation in Taylor-Couette-Poiseuille flow with abruptly contracting and expanding annular gap, Physics of Fluids 31(7),075105, 2019
[2] Song, J., Shen, H., Yao Z. A new Strategy for Laser Trepanning of Tapered Microholes, Journal of Micro and Nano Manufacturing Vol.7,031005, Sept. 2019
[3] Xu, S. Yao, Z., He, J., Xu, J., Grinding Characteristics, Material Removal, and Damage Formation Mechanisms of Zirconia Ceramics in Hybrid Laser/Grinding, Journal of Manufacturing Science and Engineering, Transactions of the ASME, Volume 140, Issue 7, 1 July 2018.
[4] Luo, G., Yao, Z., Shen, H., A new hybrid turbulence model applied to highly turbulent Taylor-Couette flow, Physics of Fluids, Volume 30, Issue 6, 1 June 2018.
[5] Xu, S., Yao, Z., Cai, H., Wang, H., An experimental investigation of grinding force and energy in laser thermal shock-assisted grinding of zirconia ceramics, International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology,Volume 91, Issue 9-12, 1 August 2017, Pages 3299-3306.
[6] Xue, Y., Yao, Z., Cheng,D., Experimental Study on Momentum Transfer of Surface Texture in Taylor-Couette Flow, Chinese Journal of Mechanical Engineering (English Edition),Volume 30, Issue 3, 1 May 2017, Pages 754-761.
[7] Xu, S., Yao, Z., Zhang, M., Material removal behavior in scratching of zirconia ceramic surface treated with laser thermal shock, International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, Volume 85, Issue 9-12, 1 August 2016, Pages 2693-2701.
[8] Zhang,M., Yao,Z., Grinding performance in crankshaft pin journal path-controlled grinding of 40Cr using CBN wheel, International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, Volume 82, Issue 9-12, 1 February 2016, Pages 1581-1586。
[9] Cheng,D., Yao,Z.-Q., Xue,Y.-B.,Dynamic effect of annular flow with finite axial length on the rotor, Journal of Vibroengineering,Volume 18, Issue 1, 2016, Pages 56-69
[10] Zhang,M., Yao,Z., Force characteristics in continuous path controlled crankpin grinding, Chinese Journal of Mechanical Engineering (English Edition),Volume 28, Issue 2, 12 March 2015, Pages 331-337.
[11] Zhang,M., Yao,Z., Xu,S., Optimization of roughness and residual stresses in path controlled, grinding of crankpin, Procedia CIRP,Volume 36, 2015, Pages 117-122
[12] Zhang,P., Yao,Z., Du,Z., Global performance index system for kinematic optimization of robotic mechanism, Journal of Mechanical Design, Transactions of the ASME,Volume 136, Issue 3, March 2014.
[13] Li,K., Yao,Z., Hu,Y., Gu,W., Friction and wear performance of laser peen textured surface under starved lubrication, Tribology International,Volume 77, September 2014, Pages 97-105.
[14] Zhen-Qiang Yao, Xin-Guang Liang, Lei Luo, Jun Hu. A Chatter Free Calibration Method for Determining Cutter Runout and Cutting Force Coefficients in Ball-End Milling. Journal of Materials Processing Technology. 2013.213(9):1575-1587
[15] Xin-Guang Liang, Zhen-Qiang Yao, Lei Luo, Jun Hu. An Improved Numerical Integration Method for Predicting Milling Stability with Varying Time Delay. International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology.2013.68(9-12):1967-1976
[16] Zhang P, Yao Z, Du Z. Impedance Analysis of Forging Process and Strategy Study on Compliance for Forging Manipulator. Chinese Journal of Mechanical Engineering 2013; 26(04):651-658
[17] Manchao Zhang, Zhenqiang Yao, Investigation of Surface Integrity in Path Controlled Grinding of Crankshaft Pin ，Applied Mechanics and Materials, 2013. 404:100-105
[18] Ni Weihua, Yao Zhenqiang，Integrating cylindricity error into tolerance analysis of precision rotary assemblies using Jacobian-Torsor model, Journal of Mechanical Engineering Science, 2013,227(11): 2517-2530
[19] Ya-Bo Xue, Zhen-Qiang Yao, Cang-Xue Li. Structural drag reduction in Taylor-Couette flow. Applied Mechanics and Materials, 2013,300-301:285-289
[20] Kangmei Li, Yongxiang Hu and Zhenqiang Yao. Experimental Study of Micro Dimple Fabrication Based on Laser Shock Processing. Optics & Laser Technology. 2013(48): 216–225.
[21] Zhenqiang Yao, Weibin Gu, Kangmei Li. Relationship between surface roughness and subsurface crack depth during grinding of optical glass BK7, Journal of Materials Processing Technology, 2012, V212(4): 969-976.
[22] Ni Weihua, Yao Zhenqiang, Cylindricity modeling and tolerance analysis for cylindrical components, International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, 2012, DOI 10.1007/s00170-012-4078-3
[23] Dayong Hu, Zhenqiang Yao. Stacker-reclaimer scheduling in a dry bulk terminal[J]. International Journal of Computer Integrated Manufacturing. 2012, V25(11): 1047-1058.
[24] Kangmei Li, Yongxiang Hu and Zhenqiang Yao. Micro Dimple Fabrication on OFHC Copper by Laser Shock Processing[J]. Applied Mechanics and Materials. 2012, V217-219: 2246-2251.
[25] Shuo Zhang，Ruihang Shi，Xinguang Liang,Yongxiang Hu,Zhenqiang Yao. The Effect of Axial Cutting Edge Inclination Angle on the Axial Milling Force of Helical Milling[J]. Applied Mechanics and Materials. 2012, V217-219: 1723-1728.
[26] Yuan Li，Yongxiang Hu,Zhenqiang Yao.Modeling and Analysis of the Effect of Preloaded Pressing Force on Gap Formation during the Drilling of Double-Layered Material[J]. Applied Mechanics and Materials. 2012, V217-219: 1541-1546.
[27] Xin-Guang Liang, Zhen-Qiang Yao.,An accuracy algorithm for chip thickness modeling in 5-axis ball-end finish milling, Computer-Aided Design ,43 (2011):971–978
[28] Weibin Gu, Zhenqiang Yao, Xinguang Liang,Material removal of optical glass BK7 during single and double scratch tests,Wear,2011,270(3-4):241-246.
[29] Weibin Gu, Zhenqiang Yao, Haolin Li,Investigation of grinding modes in horizontal surface grinding of optical glass BK7,Journal of Materials Processing Technology,2011,210(10):1629-1636.
[30] Weibin Gu, Zhenqiang Yao,Evaluation of surface cracking in micron and sub-micron scale scratch tests of optical glass BK7,Journal of Mechanical Science and Technology,2011,25(5):1253-1260.
[31] Jian WANG, Zhen-qiang YAO, Quan-zhang AN, et al.,RIDED-2D: a rule-based instantaneous denoising and edge detection method for 2D range scan line,International Journal of Pattern Recognition and Artificial Intelligence,2011. 25(6): 807-833.
[32] Jian WANG, Zhen-qiang YAO, Lin MEI, et al.,Rapid large noise denoising for scan lines in range images,Proceedings of 2011 4th IEEE International Conference on Computer Science and Information Technology.Chengdu, 2011 (7): 388-392.
[33] Jian WANG, Zhen-qiang YAO, Ming-de YIN, et al. ,Principles and applications of RIDED-2D: A Robust Edge Detection Method in Range Images,Pattern Recognition, Machine Intelligence and Biometrics, Patrick S. P. Wang, ed: Springer.ISBN: 978-3-642-22406-5. 2011: 139-167
[34] SG Guo, H Jun, L Lei, ZQ Yao. Numerical analysis of supersonic gas-dynamic characteristic in laser cutting. Optics and Lasers in Engineering, 2009, 47(1): 103-110.
[35] H Shen, ZQ Yao. Study on mechanical properties after laser forming. Optics and Lasers in Engineering, 2009, 47(1): 111-117.
[36] YX Hu, ZQ Yao. Overlapping rate effect on laser shock processing of 1045 steel by small spots with Nd : YAG pulsed laser. Surface & Coatings Technology, 2008, 202(8): 1517-1525.
[37] YX Hu, ZQ Yao. Numerical simulation and experimentation of overlapping laser shock processing with symmetry cell. International Journal of Machine Tools & Manufacture, 2008, 48(2): 152-162.
[38] F Wang, ZQ Yao, XP Zhang. Experimental and numerical simulation research on laser shock forming of thin metal sheet of brass. Optical Engineering, 2008, 47(2).
[39] YJ Shi, YC Liu, ZQ Yao, H Shen. A study on bending direction of sheet metal in laser forming. Journal of Applied Physics, 2008, 103(5).
[40] H Shen, ZQ Yao, J Hu. An analytical model for bending angle in metal/ceramic bilayer system of laser forming. Journal of Applied Physics, 2008, 104(11).
[41] J Hu, L Luo, W Peng, ZQ Yao. An algorithm for generating spiral tool path of shoe last with varying pitch. International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, 2008, 39(7-8): 755-759.
[42] YJ Shi, ZQ Yao, F Liu, YG Qi. Numerical investigation on laser-produced microstructure of metal under non-melting condition. Applied Surface Science, 2008, 254(22): 7421-7426.
[43] YX Hu, ZQ Yao, F Wang, J Hu. Study on residual stress of laser shock processing based on numerical simulation and orthogonal experimental design. Surface Engineering, 2007, 23(6): 470-478.
[44] F Wang, ZQ Yao, QL Deng. Experimental study on laser shock processing of brass. Journal of University of Science and Technology Beijing, 2007, 14(6): 529-532.
[45] H Shen, J Zhou, ZQ Yao. Study on overlapping of two sequential scans in laser forming. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers Part C-Journal of Mechanical Engineering Science, 2007, 221(9): 993-997.
[46] XP Zhang, CR Liu, ZQ Yao. Experimental study and evaluation methodology on hard surface integrity. International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, 2007, 34(1-2): 141-148.
[47] ZQ Yao, H Shen, YJ Shi, J Hu. Numerical study on laser forming of metal plates with pre-loads. Computational Materials Science, 2007, 40(1): 27-32.
[48] H Shen, J Zhou, YJ Shi, ZQ Yao, J Hu. Varying velocity scan in laser forming of plates. Materials Science and Technology, 2007, 23(4): 483-486.
[49] YJ Shi, H Shen, ZQ Yao, J Hu. Temperature gradient mechanism in laser forming of thin plates. Optics and Laser Technology, 2007, 39(4): 858-863.
[50] YJ Shi, H Shen, ZQ Yao, J Hu. An analytical model based on the similarity in temperature distributions in laser forming. Optics and Lasers in Engineering, 2007, 45(1): 83-87.
[51] H Shen, YJ Shi, ZQ Yao, J Hu. An analytical model for estimating deformation in laser forming. Computational Materials Science, 2006, 37(4): 593-598.
[52] H Shen, YJ Shi, ZQ Yao, J Hu. Fuzzy logic model for bending angle in laser forming. Materials Science and Technology, 2006, 22(8): 981-986.
[53] YJ Shi, ZQ Yao, H Shen, J Hu. Research on the mechanisms of laser forming for the metal plate. International Journal of Machine Tools & Manufacture, 2006, 46(12-13): 1689-1697.
[54] GJ Yuan, ZQ Yao, QH Wang, ZT Tang. Numerical and experimental distribution of temperature and stress fields in API round threaded connection. Engineering Failure Analysis, 2006, 13(8): 1275-1284.
[55] H Shen, YJ Shi, ZQ Yao. Numerical simulation of the laser forming of plates using two simultaneous scans. Computational Materials Science, 2006, 37(3): 239-245.
[56] YJ Shi, H Shen, ZQ Yao, J Hu, L Xia. Application of similarity theory in the laser forming process. Computational Materials Science, 2006, 37(3): 323-327.
[57] H Shen, Y Shi, Z Yao. Laser forming of plates using two sequent scans of different intervals. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers Part C-Journal of Mechanical Engineering Science, 2006, 220(4): 507-511.
[58] JH Wu, ZQ Yao, Y Jin, HB Xie, YS Zhao, LC Xu, Application of Hilbert-Huang transform to predict grinding surface quality on-line, in Advances in Grinding and Abrasive Technology Xiii. 2006. p. 227-231.
[59] H Shen, Z Yao, Y Shi, J Hu. An analytical formula for estimating the bending angle by laser forming. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers Part C-Journal of Mechanical Engineering Science, 2006, 220(2): 243-247.
[60] Y Hu, Z Yao, J Hu. 3-D FEM simulation of laser shock processing. Surface and Coatings Technology, 2006, 201(3-4): 1426-1435.
[61] H Shen, YJ Shi, ZQ Yao, J Hu. Analysis of varying velocity on edge effects in laser bending. Transactions of Nonferrous Metals Society of China, 2005, 15: 255-259.
[62] YJ Shi, H Shen, ZQ Yao, J Liu. Edge effects of metal plate in laser forming. Transactions of Nonferrous Metals Society of China, 2005, 15: 260-263.
[63] LQ Liu, ZQ Yao, XP Zhang, GJ Yuan, Behavior of rubber cutting by a sharp cutter, in Advances in Engineering Plasticity and Its Applications, Pts 1 and 2. 2004. p. 481-486.
[64] A Hassan, ZQ Yao. Multi-objective optimization in the milling of titanium alloys using the MQL technique. Journal of Wuhan University of Technology-Materials Science Edition, 2004, 19(4): 26-29.
[65] A Hassan, ZQ Yao, Minimum lubrication milling of titanium alloys, in Advances in Materials Manufacturing Science and Technology. 2004. p. 87-91.
[66] XP Zhang, CR Liu, ZQ Yao, Investigational advances in residual stresses by hard turning, in Advances in Materials Manufacturing Science and Technology. 2004. p. 523-527.
[67] JH Wu, ZQ Yao, Y Jin, Application of the Hilbert-Huang transform to pick up surface roughness, in Advances in Materials Manufacturing Science and Technology. 2004. p. 668-671.
[68] Y He, ZQ Yao, Comparative experiments for different end mills of indexable inserts with 3-D chip breaker, in Advances in Materials Manufacturing Science and Technology. 2004. p. 775-778.
[69] A Hassan, ZQ Yao. Dry face milling of titanium alloys. Journal of University of Science and Technology Beijing, 2004, 11(6): 545-548.
[70] GJ Yuan, ZQ Yao, JZ Han, QH Wang. Stress distribution of oil tubing thread connection during make and break process. Engineering Failure Analysis, 2004, 11(4): 537-545.
[71] LQ Liu, ZQ Yao, GJ Yuan, An inverse heat conduction problem in controlling the transient cutting temperature, in Advances in Grinding and Abrasive Processes. 2004. p. 401-405.
[72] Y He, ZQ Yao, Establishing model and design on the 3-D chip breaker of carbide indexable inserts, in Advances in Grinding and Abrasive Processes. 2004. p. 421-424.
[73] XP Zhang, H Ahmed, Z Yao. Multi-body contact modeling and statistical experimental validation for hub-bearing unit. Tribology International, 2003, 36(7): 505-510.
[74] YM Tao, ZQ Yao, LQ Liu, Y Xie. Precision metrology of micro-workpieces on their tribological performance with an error compensation method. Journal of Materials Processing Technology, 2002, 129(1-3): 227-231.
[75] ZC Du, JG Yang, ZQ Yao, BY Xue. Modeling approach of regression orthogonal experiment design for the thermal error compensation of a CNC turning center. Journal of Materials Processing Technology, 2002, 129(1-3): 619-623.
[76] ZQ Yao, Q Zhang, YM Tao, XP Zhang. A new approach to measure the friction coefficient of micro journal bearings. Tribology International, 2000, 33(7): 485-489.

1、Course Name：Introduction to Engineering
Teaching Target: Undergraduate students
Credit Hour：68
Credit：4
2、Course Name：Agile and Reconfigurable Manufacturing
Teaching Target: Master students
Credit Hour：34
Credit：2

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2 A Method for Fast Position of Lifting Tool and Container Lorry in Automated and Unmanned Container Yard
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3 Frame-type Anti-Wind Structure used for Container Stack Yard
No. 200510110217.9, 2007

4 Cutter Combination System of the Rubber Facet Cutting Process
No.200410068041.0, 2006

5 Processing Device for Cutting the Rubber Seal Strip Facet Cut
No.200510024281.5, 2007

6 Non-interference Precise Mechanism for Multi-position Processing System
No.03116155.3, 2005

7 Testing Method for the Status Distribution of Screw Thread’s Surface Contact both Inside and Outside the Pipe Thread Joint
No. 03116157.X, 2005

8 The Testing Method and Device of Micro-bearing Friction Coefficient
No.00111711.4, 2003

2003―2013 Executive Director, Branch of Mechanical Design, Chinese Mechanical Engineering Society
2005―2012 Member of the Editorial Board of Chinese Journal of Mechanical Engineering
2008－2009 Member of the Board for Technology Rewards of Ministry of Education
2008－2012 Member of China Scholarship Council.

1997 Shanghai Qi Ming Xing Program of Science and Technology
2001 The First Prize for Technology Progress of Shanghai (5)
2003 The Third Prize for Scientific and Technical Progress of China Automobile Industry (1)
2003 The Third Prize for Technology Progress of Shanghai (1)
2004 The Second Prize for National Scientific and Technological Progress (3)
2007 The First Prize for Scientific and Technical Progress of China ports(4）
2007 Expert of the State Council Special Allowance
2017 Baosteel Outstanding Teacher Award
2019 Principal's Award of SJTU
2019 Kaiyuan Top Ten Teacher Award