Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

香港科技大學(科大)牽頭研製的全球首款輕小型、高分辨率、高精度二氧化碳(CO₂)與甲烷(CH₄)點源協同探測儀「天韻相機」(MUSICO)日前由香港首位載荷專家黎家盈博士及另外兩位航天員在軌組裝檢測,並成功安裝於中國「天宮」太空站外指定載荷掛點位置,正式投入運作。(模擬圖)
香港科技大學(科大)牽頭研製的全球首款輕小型、高分辨率、高精度二氧化碳(CO₂)與甲烷(CH₄)點源協同探測儀「天韻相機」(MUSICO)日前由香港首位載荷專家黎家盈博士及另外兩位航天員在軌組裝檢測,並成功安裝於中國「天宮」太空站外指定載荷掛點位置,正式投入運作。(模擬圖) 
Researchers from HKUST, including Prof. Yang Jinglei (second right), postdoctoral fellows Dr. Liu Biyuan (first left) and Dr. Zhang Yonglin (second left), and PhD candidate Han Yuzi (first right), have discovered the quantum mechanism and rational design principles underlying interfacial polymerization — a breakthrough that advances applications in water purification and microcapsule technology.
Researchers from HKUST, including Prof. Yang Jinglei (second right), postdoctoral fellows Dr. Liu Biyuan (first left) and Dr. Zhang Yonglin (second left), and PhD candidate Han Yuzi (first right), have discovered the quantum mechanism and rational design principles underlying interfacial polymerization — a breakthrough that advances applications in water purification and microcapsule technology. 
Enabling Predictable Microcapsule Design with AI
Prof. Charles Ng (first row, third right), HKUST’s Vice-President for Institutional Advancement; Prof. Chen Yong (second row, fifth right), Head and Chair Professor of the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (MAE); Prof. Yang Zhengbao (first row, first right), General Chair of ICAST 2026 and Associate Professor of MAE; Prof. Yang Jinglei (first row, first left), Professor of MAE; and ICAST plenary speakers Prof. Wang Kon-Well from the University of Michigan (first row, second left) and Prof.
Prof. Charles Ng (first row, third right), HKUST’s Vice-President for Institutional Advancement; Prof. Chen Yong (second row, fifth right), Head and Chair Professor of the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (MAE); Prof. Yang Zhengbao (first row, first right), General Chair of ICAST 2026 and Associate Professor of MAE; Prof. Yang Jinglei (first row, first left), Professor of MAE; and ICAST plenary speakers Prof. Wang Kon-Well from the University of Michigan (first row, second left) and Prof. Leng Jinsong from the Harbin Institute of Technology (first row, center). 
Exploring a Broad Range of Topics in Smart/Adaptive Structures
The research team will explore bio-inspired actuation technologies, illustration on new generation of orbital robotics, capable of performing precise tasks such as grasping, assembly, and obstacle avoidance.
The research team will explore bio-inspired actuation technologies, illustration on new generation of orbital robotics, capable of performing precise tasks such as grasping, assembly, and obstacle avoidance. 
Pooling Scientific Strengths from Beijing, Shanghai and Hong Kong to Drive Space Manufacturing and Debris-Mitigation Innovation
Applying Electronics Technologies to Improve Quality of Life
The research conducted by Prof. Zhou Yanguang (left), Dr. Xu Yixin (center), Dr. Xiang Xing (right), and all members of the Microscale Thermal Engineering Lab, bridges the gap between microscopic atomic dynamics and macroscopic ion transport, holding significant engineering value.
The research conducted by Prof. Zhou Yanguang (left), Dr. Xu Yixin (center), Dr. Xiang Xing (right), and all members of the Microscale Thermal Engineering Lab, bridges the gap between microscopic atomic dynamics and macroscopic ion transport, holding significant engineering value. 
Driving Next-Generation Thermoelectric Conversion for Cleaner Energy
HKUST Congratulates First Hong Kong Payload Specialist Selected for Shenzhou‑23 Crew
HKUST Congratulates First Hong Kong Payload Specialist Selected for Shenzhou‑23 Crew 
Alongside the HKUST‑Led, Hong Kong’s Only University Research Payload Aboard Tiangong
Prof. Nancy Ip (center), HKUST President; together with Prof. Tim Cheng Kwang-Ting (second right), HKUST Vice‑President for Research and Development; pose for a group photo with three core members of the project: Prof. Su Hui (second left), Chair Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering and Global STEM Professor at HKUST; Prof. Zhang Limin (first right), Chair Professor and Head of the same department; and Prof. Zhai Chengxing (first left), Associate Professor in the Division of Em
Prof. Nancy Ip (center), HKUST President; together with Prof. Tim Cheng Kwang-Ting (second right), HKUST Vice‑President for Research and Development; pose for a group photo with three core members of the project: Prof. Su Hui (second left), Chair Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering and Global STEM Professor at HKUST; Prof. Zhang Limin (first right), Chair Professor and Head of the same department; and Prof. Zhai Chengxing (first left), Associate Professor in the Division of Emerging Interdisciplinary Areas. 
Witnessed by HKUST President Prof. Nancy Ip (first left), and Dr. LI Ning, Founder of the Li-Ning Brand and Chairman of the Li-Ning Group (first right), HKUST Vice-President for Research and Development Prof. Tim Cheng (second left), and Vice President and Chief Sports Officer of Li-Ning Group Mr. Hong Yuru (second right) unveil the plaque for the HKUST–Li-Ning Joint Laboratory for Sports Science and Technologies.
Witnessed by HKUST President Prof. Nancy Ip (first left), and Dr. LI Ning, Founder of the Li-Ning Brand and Chairman of the Li-Ning Group (first right), HKUST Vice-President for Research and Development Prof. Tim Cheng (second left), and Vice President and Chief Sports Officer of Li-Ning Group Mr. Hong Yuru (second right) unveil the plaque for the HKUST–Li-Ning Joint Laboratory for Sports Science and Technologies. 
Prof. Robin Ma
Prof. Robin Ma