Cunji Zhang, Bingsheng Liu, Xifan Yao, Xuan Jing (2026). A Knowledge Graph and Large Language Model Framework for Customized Manufacturing: A Case Study in Furniture Panel Production. IEEE Access.DOI
Kun Hu, Xifan Yao, Fei Qiao, Nanfeng Ma (2026). A human–robot integrated flexible job shop scheduling method based on a Magnetic Reconnection Ensemble Optimizer. Reliability Engineering & System Safety.DOI
Nanfeng Ma, Xifan Yao, Kun Hu (2026). Bidirectional job-shop scheduling with graph-theoretic features: a graph attention network and proximal policy optimization approach. Applied Intelligence.DOI
Xifan Yao, Guangjun Ran, Kun Hu (2026). Metadesign survey and vision for Industry 5.0 production systems. International Journal of Production Research.DOI
Nanfeng Ma, Xifan Yao, Kun Hu (2026). Progressive curriculum learning with adaptive graph attention networks for flexible job shop scheduling problem. Applied Soft Computing.DOI
Kun Hu, Xifan Yao, Fei Qiao, Weiming Shen, Hongxing Wu, Wenyu Yang (2026). Digital twin-integrated bandit learning for LRM-driven multi-agent resilient production scheduling. Journal of Manufacturing Systems.DOI
Xifan Yao, Zhenhong Jiang, Tingbo Xie, Junting Meng (2026). 6D object pose estimation enhanced with normal vector images and adaptive multimodal fusion. Mechatronics.DOI
Zhenhong Jiang, Nanfeng Ma, Xifan Yao, Jiajun Zhou, Kesai Wang, Tinbo Xie, Junting Meng (2025). From smart manufacturing in Industry 4.0 to industrial metaverse for Industry 5.0. International Journal Of Computer Integrated Manufacturing.DOI
Kun Hu, Xifan Yao, Fei Qiao (2025). Agent technologies in smart manufacturing: A comprehensive review of evolution, architectures, and edge–cloud deployment. Advanced Engineering Informatics.DOI
Tingbo Xie, Xifan Yao, Zhenhong Jiang, Junting Meng (2025). AGV Path Planning with Dynamic Obstacles Based on Deep Q-Network and Distributed Training. International Journal of Precision Engineering and Manufacturing-Green Technology.DOI
Jiajun Zhou, Yun Tian, Liang Gao, Chao Lu, Xifan Yao (2024). Knowledge-aware manufacturing services collaboration: A comprehensive study of evolutionary transfer optimization approaches. Advanced Engineering Informatics.DOI
Jiajun Zhou, Liang Gao, Chao Lu, Xifan Yao (2024). Collaborative optimization of manufacturing service allocation via multi-task transfer learning evolutionary approach. Journal of Intelligent Manufacturing.DOI
Kesai Wang, Xifan Yao, Nanfeng Ma, Guangjun Ran (2024). PLMOT-SLAM: a point-line features fusion SLAM system with moving object tracking. The Visual Computer.DOI
Jinsheng Ye, Xifan Yao, Guangjun Ran, Shuhui Ou (2024). Initial point positioning of weld seam and robot pose estimation based on binocular vision. Measurement Science and Technology.DOI
Yongxiang Li, Xifan Yao, Shanxiang Wei, Wenrong Xiao, Zongming Yin (2024). Cloud Manufacturing Service Composition Optimization Based on Improved Chaos Sparrow Search Algorithm with Time-Varying Reliability and Credibility Evaluation. Symmetry.DOI
Nanfeng Ma, Xifan Yao, Kesai Wang (2024). A complex network-based approach for resilient and flexible design resource allocation in industry 5.0. Computers in Industry.DOI
Kesai Wang, Xifan Yao, Nanfeng Ma, Guangjun Ran, Min Liu (2024). DMOT-SLAM: visual SLAM in dynamic environments with moving object tracking. Measurement Science and Technology.DOI
Dongyuan Ge, Rui-xuan Su, Xifan Yao, Jian Li (2024). Micro drill defect detection with hybrid BP networks, clusters selection and crossover. Neural Computing and Applications.DOI
Guangjun Ran, Xifan Yao, Kesai Wang, Jinsheng Ye, Shuhui Ou (2024). Sketch-guided spatial adaptive normalization and high-level feature constraints based GAN image synthesis for steel strip defect detection data augmentation. Measurement Science and Technology.DOI
Jiajun Zhou, Liang Gao, Chao Lu, Xifan Yao (2023). Towards multi-task transfer optimization of cloud service collaboration in industrial internet platform. Robotics Comput. Integr. Manuf..DOI
Tingbo Xie, Xifan Yao (2023). Smart Logistics Warehouse Moving-Object Tracking Based on YOLOv5 and DeepSORT. Applied Sciences.DOI
Dongyuan Ge, Wen-Jiang Xiang, Shixiong Zhu, Xifan Yao (2023). Hand-eye calibration method and machine vision research based on sensor network. Journal of Computational Methods in Sciences and Engineering.DOI
chen zhu, Dongyuan Ge, Xifan Yao, Wen-Jiang Xiang, Jian Li, Yongxiang Li (2023). Zebra-crossing detection based on cascaded Hough transform principle and vanishing point characteristics. Open Computer Science.DOI
Jiajun Zhou, Liang Gao, Chao Lu, Xifan Yao (2022). Transfer learning assisted batch optimization of jobs arriving dynamically in manufacturing cloud. Journal Of Manufacturing Systems, Vol. 650.DOI
Junming Zhang, Xifan Yao, Wocheng Chen, Xi Tang (2022). A two-stage spatial pose detection method for bearing rings based on YOLOv5 and binocular vision. Asia Service Sciences and Software Engineering Conference.DOI
Xuan Jing, Xifan Yao, Min Liu, Jiajun Zhou (2022). Multi-agent reinforcement learning based on graph convolutional network for flexible job shop scheduling. Journal of Intelligent Manufacturing.DOI
Xifan Yao, Nanfeng Ma, Jianming Zhang, Kesai Wang, Erfu Yang, M. Faccio (2022). Enhancing wisdom manufacturing as industrial metaverse for industry and society 5.0. Journal of Intelligent Manufacturing.DOI
Dongyuan Ge, Xifan Yao, Wen-Jiang Xiang, Yueping Chen (2022). Vehicle detection and tracking based on video image processing in intelligent transportation system. Neural Computing and Applications.DOI
Nanfeng Ma, Xifan Yao, Kesai Wang（2021）. 面向未来互联网的智慧制造研究现状与展望. Scientia Sinica Technologica.DOI
Xifan Yao, Kesai Wang, Nanfeng Ma, Haifeng Mai, Yan-Shin Huang, Er-Fu Yang (2021). DIKW Upward Enabling Manufacturing from Digitalization in Industry 3.0 to Wisdom in Industry 4.0. 2021 IEEE 23rd Int Conf on High Performance Computing & Communications; 7th Int Conf on Data Science & Systems; 19th Int Conf on Smart City; 7th Int Conf on Dependability in Sensor, Cloud & Big Data Systems & Application (HPCC/DSS/SmartCity/DependSys).DOI
Dongyuan Ge, Xifan Yao, Wen-Jiang Xiang, En-chen Liu, Zhibin Xu (2021). Theory and Method of Data Collection for Mixed Traffic Flow Based on Image Processing Technology. Mathematical Problems in Engineering.DOI
Jianming Zhang, Xifan Yao, Yun Li (2020). Improved evolutionary algorithm for parallel batch processing machine scheduling in additive manufacturing. International Journal Of Production Research, Vol. 580, No. 8.DOI
Jiajun Zhou, Liang Gao, Xifan Yao, Chunjiang Zhang, F. Chan, Ying-Zi Lin (2020). An adaptive dual-population evolutionary paradigm with adversarial search: Case study on many-objective service consolidation. Applied Soft Computing.DOI
Jiajun Zhou, Liang Gao, Xifan Yao, Chunjiang Zhang, F. Chan, Ying-Zi Lin (2020). Evolutionary many-objective assembly of cloud services via angle and adversarial direction driven search. Information Sciences.DOI
Yong-Xiang Li, Xifan Yao, Min Liu (2020). Multiobjective Optimization of Cloud Manufacturing Service Composition with Improved Particle Swarm Optimization Algorithm. Mathematical Problems in Engineering.DOI
Min Liu, Xifan Yao, Yong-Xiang Li (2020). Hybrid whale optimization algorithm enhanced with Lévy flight and differential evolution for job shop scheduling problems. Applied Soft Computing.DOI
Min Liu, Xifan Yao, Jianming Zhang, Wocheng Chen, Xuan Jing, Kesai Wang (2020). Multi-Sensor Data Fusion for Remaining Useful Life Prediction of Machining Tools by IABC-BPNN in Dry Milling Operations. Italian National Conference on Sensors.DOI
Wocheng Chen, Y. Lei, Min Liu, Junming Zhang, Xifan Yao (2020). Workpiece Detection Based on Image Processing and Convolutional Neural Network. 2020 International Conference on Sensing, Measurement & Data Analytics in the era of Artificial Intelligence (ICSMD).DOI
Y. Lei, Xifan Yao, Wocheng Chen, Junming Zhang, J. Mehnen, Er-Fu Yang (2020). Multiple Object Detection of Workpieces Based on Fusion of Deep Learning and Image Processing*. IEEE International Joint Conference on Neural Network.DOI
Yong-Xiang Li, Xifan Yao, Min Liu (2019). Cloud Manufacturing Service Composition Optimization with Improved Genetic Algorithm. Mathematical Problems in Engineering.DOI
Yongzuo Wu, Dongyuan Ge, Xiulong Gao, Xuejun Wen, Zhibin Xu, Qing Zhu, Xifan Yao (2019). Detection of Gear Tooth Number and Common Normal Length Change Based on Computer Vision. International Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Advanced Manufacturing.DOI
Cunji Zhang, Xifan Yao, Wei Tan, Yue Zhang, Fudong Zhang (2019). Proactive Scheduling for Job-Shop Based on Abnormal Event Monitoring of Workpieces and Remaining Useful Life Prediction of Tools in Wisdom Manufacturing Workshop. Italian National Conference on Sensors.DOI
Jiajun Zhou, Liang Gao, Xifan Yao, Chunjiang Zhang, F. Chan, Ying-Zi Lin (2019). Evolutionary algorithms for many-objective cloud service composition: Performance assessments and comparisons. Swarm and Evolutionary Computation.DOI
Dongyuan Ge, Xifan Yao, Wen-Jiang Xiang, En-chen Liu, Yongzuo Wu (2019). Calibration on Camera’s Intrinsic Parameters Based on Orthogonal Learning Neural Network and Vanishing Points. IEEE Sensors Journal.DOI
Yuval Cohen, Maurizio Faccio, Francesco Pilati, Xifan Yao (2019). Design and management of digital manufacturing and assembly systems in the Industry 4.0 era. The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology.DOI
Dongyuan Ge, Xifan Yao, Wen-Jiang Xiang, Xuejun Wen, En-chen Liu (2019). Design of High Accuracy Detector for MNIST Handwritten Digit Recognition Based on Convolutional Neural Network. International Conference on Intelligent Computation Technology and Automation.DOI
Wen Xue-Jun, Dongyuan Ge, Xifan Yao (2019). Application of Matlab Calibration Toolbox for Camera's Intrinsic and Extrinsic Parameters Solving. International Conference on Smart Grid and Electrical Automation (ICSGEA).DOI
Xifan Yao, Jianming Zhang, Yongxiang Li, Cunji Zhang (2018). Towards flexible RFID event-driven integrated manufacturing for make-to-order production. International Journal Of Computer Integrated Manufacturing, Vol. 310, No. 3.DOI
Jiajun Zhou, Xifan Yao, Yingzi Lin, F. Chan, Yun Li (2018). An adaptive multi-population differential artificial bee colony algorithm for many-objective service composition in cloud manufacturing. Information Sciences.DOI
Yong-Xiang Li, Xifan Yao (2018). Cloud manufacturing service composition and formal verification based on extended process calculus. Advances in Mechanical Engineering.DOI
Jiajun Zhou, Xifan Yao (2017). A hybrid approach combining modified artificial bee colony and cuckoo search algorithms for multi-objective cloud manufacturing service composition. International Journal Of Production Research, Vol. 550, No. 16.DOI
Jiajun Zhou, Xifan Yao, Jianming Zhang (2017). Big Data in Wisdom Manufacturing for Industry 4.0. International Conference on Enterprise Systems.DOI
Xifan Yao, Jiajun Zhou, Jiang-Ming Zhang, C. Boër (2017). From Intelligent Manufacturing to Smart Manufacturing for Industry 4.0 Driven by Next Generation Artificial Intelligence and Further On. International Conference on Enterprise Systems.DOI
Jiang-Ming Zhang, Xifan Yao, Jiajun Zhou, Jingfa Jiang, Xinzhun Chen (2017). Self-Organizing Manufacturing: Current Status and Prospect for Industry 4.0. International Conference on Enterprise Systems.DOI
Jiajun Zhou, Xifan Yao (2017). Multi-objective hybrid artificial bee colony algorithm enhanced with Lévy flight and self-adaption for cloud manufacturing service composition. Applied intelligence (Boston).DOI
Jiajun Zhou, Xifan Yao (2017). Multi-population parallel self-adaptive differential artificial bee colony algorithm with application in large-scale service composition for cloud manufacturing. Applied Soft Computing.DOI
Xifan Yao, Jiajun Zhou, Yingzi Lin, Yun Li, Hong-Nian Yu, Ying Liu (2017). Smart manufacturing based on cyber-physical systems and beyond. Journal of Intelligent Manufacturing.DOI
Jiajun Zhou, Xifan Yao (2017). Hybrid teaching–learning-based optimization of correlation-aware service composition in cloud manufacturing. The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology.DOI
Dongyuan Ge, Xifan Yao, Zhaotong Lian, Hai-zhi Wang, Tao, Tao (2017). Applications of computer vision in measuring total cumulative pitch deviation of a gear. Tehnicki vjesnik - Technical Gazette.DOI
Cunji Zhang, Xifan Yao, Jianming Zhang, Hong Jin (2016). Tool Condition Monitoring and Remaining Useful Life Prognostic Based on a Wireless Sensor in Dry Milling Operations. Italian National Conference on Sensors.DOI
Yi-Xiang Zhang, Xifan Yao, Cunji Zhang (2016). Multidisciplinary Design Optimization for the Plunger Mechanism of a Lubrication Pump.DOI
Cunji Zhang, Xifan Yao (2016). Innovation in Wisdom Manufacturing. Online International Conference on Green Engineering and Technologies.DOI
Yong-Xiang Li, Xifan Yao, Jifeng Zhou (2016). Multi-objective Optimization of Cloud Manufacturing Service Composition with Cloud-Entropy Enhanced Genetic Algorithm.DOI
Jiajun Zhou, Xifan Yao (2016). DE-caABC: differential evolution enhanced context-aware artificial bee colony algorithm for service composition and optimal selection in cloud manufacturing. The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology.DOI
Xifan Yao, Jifeng Zhou, Yong-Xiang Li, Erhui Liu (2016). An Enhanced Collaborative Optimization Approach with Design Structure Matrix Algorithms to Group and Decouple Multidisciplines.DOI
Xifan Yao, Ying-Zi Lin (2016). Emerging manufacturing paradigm shifts for the incoming industrial revolution.DOI
Jiajun Zhou, Xifan Yao (2016). A hybrid artificial bee colony algorithm for optimal selection of QoS-based cloud manufacturing service composition. The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology.DOI
Xifan Yao, Shiyong Chen, Bin Li (2016). Optimized Modal Research for a Manipulator using Bayesian based Model Updating after Montecarlo-based Sensitivity Analysis.DOI
Xifan Yao, Hong Jin, Jie Zhang (2015). Towards a wisdom manufacturing vision. International Journal Of Computer Integrated Manufacturing, Vol. 280, No. 12.DOI
Cunji Zhang, Xifan Yao, Jianming Zhang (2015). Abnormal Condition Monitoring of Workpieces Based on RFID for Wisdom Manufacturing Workshops. Italian National Conference on Sensors.DOI
Hong Jin, Xifan Yao, Yong Chen (2015). Correlation-aware QoS modeling and manufacturing cloud service composition. Journal of Intelligent Manufacturing.DOI
Dongyuan Ge, Xifan Yao, Zhaotong Lian (2015). Binocular vision calibration and 3D re-construction with an orthogonal learning neural network. Multimedia Tools and Applications.DOI
Hong Jin, Xifan Yao, Jie Zhang (2014). An Execution Framework for Domain-Oriented QoS Evaluation of Manufacturing Cloud Services.DOI
Dongyuan Ge, Xifan Yao, Qing Yao, Hong Mei Jin (2014). Kalibracija senzora robota neuronskom mrežom i optimizacijom roja čestica poboljšana križanjem i mutacijom. Hrčak Portal of scientific journals of Croatia (University Computing Centre).
Dongyuan Ge, Xifan Yao, Chao Hu, Zhaotong Lian (2014). Nonlinear camera model calibrated by neural network and adaptive genetic-annealing algorithm. Journal of Intelligent & Fuzzy Systems.DOI
Dongyuan Ge, Xifan Yao, Shousheng Jiang, Zhuo Chen (2014). Research on Teaching of “Electro-mechanical Transmission and Control”. Advances in Social Science, Education and Humanities Research/Advances in social science, education and humanities research.DOI
Bin Li, Xifan Yao, Yongxiang Li, Wei Shang Tan, Huidong Lou, Dongyuan Ge (2014). Simulation & Optimization of the Gear System of a 6-DOF Manipulator Using Flexible Dynamic of ANSYS. The Open Mechanical Engineering Journal.DOI
Wen-Bin Xu, Rongfang Cai, Xifan Yao, Hao Wang (2013). Design of Double Lifting AGV Control System.DOI
Xifan Yao, Yi Zhang, Bin Li, Zheng Zhang, Xiao-Qin Shen (2013). Machining force control with intelligent compensation. The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology.DOI
Xifan Yao (2013). Research and Implementation of Automatic Grasping of a EOD Robot Based on Computer Binocular Stereo Vision. Computer and Modernization.
Yi Zhang, Xifan Yao (2012). Information-Optimization Based Neural Network Predictive Force Control in Cutting Process.DOI
Xifan Yao (2012). Planning and scheduling of multiple flexible-shops based on analytical target cascading and particle swarm optimization. Journal of Central South University(Science and Technology).
Xifan Yao (2011). Design Research on Flexible Manufacturing System Based on RFID Information Integration. Modular Machine Tool & Automatic Manufacturing Technique.
Xifan Yao (2011). Multi-Domain Modeling and Simulation of Drive Screw Based on Modelica/Dymola. Modular Machine Tool & Automatic Manufacturing Technique.
Xifan Yao (2011). Research on CNC Prototype System Based on Network Communication and RFID Technology. Modular Machine Tool & Automatic Manufacturing Technique.
Silu Tao, Xifan Yao (2010). Modeling and assessment of robust decentralized control of manufacturing system. IEEE Conference on Industrial Electronics and Applications.DOI
Dongyuan Ge, Xifan Yao, Wen-Jiang Xiang (2010). Application of Hopfield network integrating with SA operator in fitting of micro-drill's main lips. World Congress on Intelligent Control and Automation.DOI
Dongyuan Ge, Xifan Yao, Jiang Shi-ming (2010). Application of computational intelligence on fitting of micro-drill's main lips. International Conference on Signal Processing Systems (ICSPS).DOI
Xifan Yao (2010). Design and Implement of a NC Code Interpreter for Open Architecture CNC System. Modular Machine Tool & Automatic Manufacturing Technique.
Xifan Yao (2010). Application of the Sanger operator with lateral connection in camera calibration. Journal of Optoelectronics·laser.
Xifan Yao (2010). Research on the Multi-domain Servo-system. Modular Machine Tool & Automatic Manufacturing Technique.
Xifan Yao (2010). Research on a novel control algorithm for 5-DOF robot. Machinery Design and Manufacture.
Xifan Yao (2010). Modeling and simulation of two-phase hybrid stepping motor based on modelica/dymola. Machinery Design and Manufacture.
Xifan Yao (2010). The PID control of machining process based on optimization design. Machinery Design and Manufacture.
Xifan Yao (2010). Research on multi-agent intelligent control platform of manufacturing system. Machinery Design and Manufacture.
Xifan Yao (2010). Research on flexible manufacturing system integration platform based on OPC technology. Machinery Design and Manufacture.
Xifan Yao, Dongyuan Ge, Zhaotong Lian (2009). A Method to Model Nonlinear Systems by Neural Networks. International Conference on Innovative Computing, Information and Control.DOI
Dongyuan Ge, Xifan Yao (2009). Camera Calibration and Precision Analysis Based on BP Neural Network. International Congress on Image and Signal Processing (CISP).DOI
Wei Lian Tan, Xifan Yao (2009). A Multi-level Tree Overlay Network for Application Service Provider Platforms Based on Manufacturing Grid.DOI
Xifan Yao (2009). Fuzzy Adaptive PID Control of A Machining Process System. Control Engineering of China.
Xifan Yao (2009). Application of Self-tuning of PID Control Based on BP Neural Networks in the Manufacturing Process. Modular Machine Tool & Automatic Manufacturing Technique.
Wei Li Tan, Xifan Yao, Bin Wang, Shanjun Zhang (2009). Model of Intellectual Information Management in Manufacture Enterprise Web Services-Oriented.DOI
Xifan Yao (2009). Research on Communication of Electronic Fuel Injector Tester with Computer. Mechanical & Electrical Engineering Technology.
Xifan Yao (2009). Flexible Job-shop Scheduling System Based on Multi-agents and Genetic Algorithm. Science Technology and Engineering.
Xifan Yao (2009). Design for Two Degree-of-Freedom PID controller based on Partheno-Genetic Algorithm. Microcomputer Information.
Xifan Yao (2009). Model Reference Adaptive Control of Machining Process Based on Neural Network. Microcomputer Information.
Xifan Yao (2009). Research of PID neuron network indirect control system on pendulum. Machinery Design and Manufacture.
Xifan Yao (2009). Research of guaranteed cost control in plane two rods inverted pendulum. Machinery Design and Manufacture.
Xifan Yao (2009). Research on job-shop scheduling problem based on the hybrid partheno-genetic algorithm. Machinery Design and Manufacture.
Shuang Liang, Xifan Yao (2008). Multi-level Modeling for Hybrid Manufacturing Systems Using Arena and MATLAB. IASTED International Conference on Modelling, Simulation, and Optimization.DOI
Xifan Yao, X. Yao (2008). Entropy-based optimal control with applications in machining. 2008 IEEE International Conference on Automation and Logistics.DOI
Yaojun Chen, Xifan Yao, Shuang Liang, Qing Zhang (2008). Research on Shop Floor Management and Control System Based on Multiagent Systems and IPDI Principle. International Conference on Computer Science and Software Engineering.DOI
Xifan Yao (2008). Applications of One Improved Genetic Algorithm in Solving the Job-Shop Scheduling. Machine Tool & Hydraulics.
Can Liu, Xifan Yao, Bin Lu, Yan Liu (2006). Signal Decomposition Based Approach on Status Recognition of Four Flutes End Milling Cutter. World Congress on Intelligent Control and Automation.DOI
Xifan Yao, Shengda Wang, Shaoqiang Dong (2005). Approximation of interval models by neural networks. IEEE International Joint Conference on Neural Networks (IJCNN).DOI
Jianhui Zhou, Xiao-Qun Yao, Weiguang Li, Xifan Yao (2005). Maximum-entropy based adaptive control of machining process. International Conference on Machine Learning and Cybernetics.DOI