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Publication date: 9 December 2019

Cheng Zhang, Liang Wu, Zilong Zhao, Guangsheng Huang, Bin Jiang, A. Atrens and Fusheng Pan

This paper aims to investigate microstructure, corrosion behavior and mechanical properties of Mg-4Li and Mg-4Li-3Al.

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Purpose

This paper aims to investigate microstructure, corrosion behavior and mechanical properties of Mg-4Li and Mg-4Li-3Al.

Design/methodology/approach

The microstructure was characterized by using scanning electron microscopy and electron backscatter diffraction. The corrosion behaviors were measured by hydrogen evolution and potentiodynamic polarization tests. The mechanical properties were evaluated by tensile tests.

Findings

The addition of Al results in the precipitation of some Mg-Al phase and Al3Li phase particles, and the formation of some fine recrystallized grains.

Originality/value

Mg-4Li-3Al showed a higher corrosion rate than that of Mg-4Li, attributed to the precipitate particles in Mg-4Li-3Al causing microgalvanic corrosion and the change of grain orientation. The addition of 3 Wt. per cent Al increased the tensile strength by solid solution strengthening, precipitation strengthening, refinement strengthening and texture strengthening, whilst the elongation decreased by almost half.

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Anti-Corrosion Methods and Materials, vol. 67 no. 1
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 0003-5599

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Publication date: 17 June 2021

Zeguo Yang, Mantian Li, Fusheng Zha, Xin Wang, Pengfei Wang and Wei Guo

This paper aims to introduce an imitation learning framework for a wheeled mobile manipulator based on dynamical movement primitives (DMPs). A novel mobile manipulator with the…

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Purpose

This paper aims to introduce an imitation learning framework for a wheeled mobile manipulator based on dynamical movement primitives (DMPs). A novel mobile manipulator with the capability to learn from demonstration is introduced. Then, this study explains the whole process for a wheeled mobile manipulator to learn a demonstrated task and generalize to new situations. Two visual tracking controllers are designed for recording human demonstrations and monitoring robot operations. The study clarifies how human demonstrations can be learned and generalized to new situations by a wheel mobile manipulator.

Design/methodology/approach

The kinematic model of a mobile manipulator is analyzed. An RGB-D camera is applied to record the demonstration trajectories and observe robot operations. To avoid human demonstration behaviors going out of sight of the camera, a visual tracking controller is designed based on the kinematic model of the mobile manipulator. The demonstration trajectories are then represented by DMPs and learned by the mobile manipulator with corresponding models. Another tracking controller is designed based on the kinematic model of the mobile manipulator to monitor and modify the robot operations.

Findings

To verify the effectiveness of the imitation learning framework, several daily tasks are demonstrated and learned by the mobile manipulator. The results indicate that the presented approach shows good performance for a wheeled mobile manipulator to learn tasks through human demonstrations. The only thing a robot-user needs to do is to provide demonstrations, which highly facilitates the application of mobile manipulators.

Originality/value

The research fulfills the need for a wheeled mobile manipulator to learn tasks via demonstrations instead of manual planning. Similar approaches can be applied to mobile manipulators with different architecture.

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Industrial Robot: the international journal of robotics research and application, vol. 48 no. 4
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 0143-991X

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Publication date: 8 August 2024

Xiyue Zheng, Fusheng Wang and Dongchao Zhang

The purpose of this study is to explore the influence of venture capital participation on corporate innovation and to assess how internationalization strategies (including both…

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Purpose

The purpose of this study is to explore the influence of venture capital participation on corporate innovation and to assess how internationalization strategies (including both the internationalization scope and speed) in mediating serve as intermediaries in the relationship between venture capital and corporate innovation.

Design/methodology/approach

Using hierarchical regression analysis, this research tests the hypothesized framework using survey data collected from 442 high-tech enterprises listed on the A-share markets in Shanghai and Shenzhen, China, spanning from 2010 to 2019.

Findings

The study reveals a non-linear (U-shaped) correlation between venture capital investment and innovation. This non-linear linkage is facilitated through the execution of enterprises’ strategies for international expansion. The primary finding suggests that venture capital participation positively influences the rapidity and extent of internationalization. Additionally, a U-shaped relationship is observed between corporate innovation and both the speed and scope of internationalization.

Originality/value

This document contributes insights into the micro-level mechanisms that explain the effects of venture capital and internationalization strategy on corporate innovation. The results offer multinational corporations practical guidance for executing their internationalization strategies effectively and fostering innovation.

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Journal of Business & Industrial Marketing, vol. 39 no. 11
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 0885-8624

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Publication date: 7 August 2023

Xiyue Zheng, Fusheng Wang, Shiyu Liu, Han Wang and Dongchao Zhang

This paper aims to conduct an analysis of the influence of both the breadth and depth of outward foreign direct investment (OFDI) undertaken by Chinese high-tech listed companies…

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Purpose

This paper aims to conduct an analysis of the influence of both the breadth and depth of outward foreign direct investment (OFDI) undertaken by Chinese high-tech listed companies during the period spanning 2010–2019. The data pertaining to these companies was used as a research sample to analyze the effects of OFDI on radical innovation performance.

Design/methodology/approach

Hierarchical regression analysis was used to test the proposed models, using survey data collected from 442 high-tech companies in China.

Findings

The findings of this study indicate a curvilinear (i.e. U-shaped) relationship between the breadth/depth of OFDI and radical innovation performance. Additional analysis reveals that OFDI plays a role in facilitating innovation breakthroughs by enhancing the internal dynamic capabilities of companies. Moreover, it is observed that a well-established institutional environment in the host country of investment can positively moderate the relationship between OFDI breadth/depth and radical innovation performance.

Originality/value

This study proffers a significant contribution to the understanding of the crucial role played by OFDI from emerging economy companies in enhancing radical innovation performance. Moreover, it offers theoretical guidance for multinational companies aiming to foster innovation breakthroughs.

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Chinese Management Studies, vol. 18 no. 4
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 1750-614X

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Publication date: 24 May 2022

Fusheng Liu, Zhihang He, Yue Qiao, Xinxin Liu, Xuelong Li, Wang Wei, Bo Su and Ruina Dang

The purpose of this paper is specifically to provide a more intelligent locomotion planning method for a hexapod robot based on trajectory optimization, which could reduce the…

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Purpose

The purpose of this paper is specifically to provide a more intelligent locomotion planning method for a hexapod robot based on trajectory optimization, which could reduce the complexity of locomotion design, shorten time of design and generate efficient and accurate motion.

Design/methodology/approach

The authors generated locomotion for the hexapod robot based on trajectory optimization method and it just need to specify the high-level motion requirements. Here the authors first transcribed the trajectory optimization problem to a nonlinear programming problem, in which the specified motion requirements and the dynamics with complementarity constraints were defined as the constraints, then a nonlinear solver was used to solve. The leg compliance was taken into consideration and the generated motions were deployed on the hexapod robot prototype to prove the utility of the method and, meanwhile, the influence of different environments was considered.

Findings

The generated motions were deployed on the hexapod robot and the movements were demonstrated very much in line with the planning. The new planning method does not require lots of parameter-tuning work and therefore significantly reduces the cycle for designing a new locomotion.

Originality/value

A locomotion generation method based on trajectory optimization was constructed for a 12-degree of freedom hexapod robot. The variable stiffness compliance of legs was considered to improve the accuracy of locomotion generation. And also, different from some simulation work before, the authors have designed the locomotion in three cases and constructed field tests to demonstrate its utility.

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Industrial Robot: the international journal of robotics research and application, vol. 49 no. 6
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 0143-991X

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Publication date: 5 June 2019

Wei Guo, Shiyin Qiu, Fusheng Zha, Jing Deng, Xin Wang and Fei Chen

This paper aims to propose a novel balance-assistive control strategy for hip exoskeleton robot.

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Purpose

This paper aims to propose a novel balance-assistive control strategy for hip exoskeleton robot.

Design/methodology/approach

A hierarchical balance assistive controller based on the virtual stiffness model of extrapolated center of mass (XCoM) is proposed and tested by exoskeleton balance assistive control experiments.

Findings

Experiment results show that the proposed controller can accelerate the swing foot chasing XCoM and enlarge the margin of stability.

Originality/value

As a proof of concept, this paper shows the potential for exoskeleton to actively assist human regain balance in sagittal plane when human suffers from a forward or backward disturbing force.

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Assembly Automation, vol. 40 no. 1
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 0144-5154

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Publication date: 7 July 2020

Fusheng Dai, Haiou Zhang and Runsheng Li

The study aims to fabricate large metal components with overhangs built on cylindrical or conical surfaces with a high dimensional precision. It proposes methods to address the…

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Purpose

The study aims to fabricate large metal components with overhangs built on cylindrical or conical surfaces with a high dimensional precision. It proposes methods to address the problems of generating tool-paths on cylindrical or conical surfaces simply and precisely, and planning the welding process on these developable surfaces.

Design/methodology/approach

The paper presents the algorithm of tool-paths planning on conical surfaces using a parametric slicing equation and a spatial mapping method and deduces the algorithm of five-axis transformation by addressing the rotating question of two sequential points. The welding process is investigated with a regression fitting model on a flat surface, and experimented on a conical surface, which can be flattened onto a flat surface.

Findings

The paper provides slicing and path-mapping expressions for cylindrical and conical surfaces and a curvature-speed-width (CSW) model for wire and arc additive manufacturing to improve the surface appearances. The path-planning method and CSW model can be applied in the five-axis fabrication of the prototype of an underwater thruster. The CSW model has a confidence coefficient of 98.02% and root mean squared error of 0.2777 mm. The reverse measuring of the finished blades shows the residual deformation: an average positive deformation of about 0.5546 mm on one side of the blades and an average negative deformation of about −0.4718 mm on the other side.

Research limitations/implications

Because of the chosen research approach, the research results may lack generalizability for the fabrication based on arbitrary surfaces.

Originality/value

This paper presented an integrated slicing, tool-path planning and welding process planning method for five-axis wire and arc additive manufacturing.

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Rapid Prototyping Journal, vol. 26 no. 8
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 1355-2546

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Publication date: 21 January 2022

Xuelong Li, Lei Jiang, Xinxin Liu, Ruina Dang, Fusheng Liu, Wang Wei, Tong Zhang and Guoshun Wang

The purpose of this paper is to introduce the modeling and implementation of a novel multimode amphibious robot, which is used for patrol and beach garbage cleaning in the…

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Purpose

The purpose of this paper is to introduce the modeling and implementation of a novel multimode amphibious robot, which is used for patrol and beach garbage cleaning in the land–water transition zone.

Design/methodology/approach

Starting from the design idea of multimode motion, the robot innovatively integrates the guiding fin and wheel together, is driven by the same motor and can achieve multimodal motion such as land, water surface and underwater with only six actuated degrees of freedom. The robot dispenses with the transmission mechanism by directly connecting the servo motor with a reducer to the actuator, so it has the characteristics of simplifying the structure and reducing the quality. And to the best of the authors' knowledge, the design of the robot can be considered the minimal configuration of amphibious robots with the same locomotion capabilities.

Findings

Based on the classical assumptions of underwater dynamics analysis, this paper uses basic airfoil theory to analyze the dynamics of the robot’s horizontal and vertical motions and establishes its simplified dynamics model. Also, the underwater motion of the robot is simulated, and the results are in good agreement with the existing research results. Finally, to verify the feasibility of the robot, a prototype is implemented and fully evaluated by experiments. Experimental results show that the robot can reach the maximum speed of 2.5 m/s and 0.3 m/s on land and underwater, respectively, proving the effectiveness of the robot.

Originality/value

The robot has higher work efficiency with the powerful multimode motion, and its simplified structure makes it more stable while costing less.

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Industrial Robot: the international journal of robotics research and application, vol. 49 no. 5
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 0143-991X

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Publication date: 30 October 2019

Runsheng Li, Haiou Zhang, Fusheng Dai, Cheng Huang and Guilan Wang

Large-scale aircraft parts usually with many frame features, which consist of intersections. Profile and tensile properties of junctions in wire and arc additive manufacturing…

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Large-scale aircraft parts usually with many frame features, which consist of intersections. Profile and tensile properties of junctions in wire and arc additive manufacturing (WAAM) are significantly affected by path strategies. The purpose of this paper is to propose a novel path strategy for intersections in WAAM and compare it with commonly used ones.

Design/methodology/approach

Three typical intersections including T crossing (TC), square crossing (SC) and arbitrary-angle crossing (AAC) were built up with two commonly used path strategies (parallel and oscillation) and a proposed method named end lateral extension (ELE) which extends the weld track along the crossed direction. A robotic system and cold metal transfer (CMT) process were used to deposit Al-6.3Cu (2319) alloy. The profile of the bead was scanned by laser vision sensor. Tightened ratio (r), inter-layer height increment (Δh) and deviation to the fitting plane (df) are calculated based on the point cloud. Tensile tests were done for all built intersections.

Findings

Comparison to the commonly used path strategies, the proposed ELE method eliminated the tightened defects at the intersection, achieved a more stable inter-layer height increment (Δh) and improved the profile quality with a lower deviation to the fitting plane (df). Tensile tests show that the proposed strategy has exhibited favorable tensile properties.

Originality/value

In this paper, a novel path strategy named ELE is proposed, which provides a new path choice for fabricating intersections by WAAM.

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Rapid Prototyping Journal, vol. 26 no. 2
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 1355-2546

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Publication date: 1 May 2009

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Industrial Robot: An International Journal, vol. 36 no. 3
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 0143-991X

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