ZHANG Kaiyan

Education

The University of Hong Kong (HKU) Sept.2023-Now
Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence

Harbin Institute of Technology (HIT) Sept.2017-Jun.2021
Bachelor of Electrical Engineering and Automation

Work Experience

Algorithm Engineer in BYD Auto Industry Co., Ltd. - Shenzhen, China

Jul.2021-Aug.2023

Algorithm Development

  • Conducted research on 3D occupancy prediction
  • Developed the state estimation based on linear Kalman filter of multi-sensor fusion algorithm in ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance System), now mass-produced on BYD Han’s cars
  • Developed the parking space detection algorithm in APA (Auto Parking Assist) system, introduced Associative Embedding and increased the slot recall rate by 8%
  • Developed the middleware for Horizon Journey 2 and J3 chips, such as image transmission, analysis of code performance etc.

Project Management

  • Led a collaboration with data annotation services providers, managing transaction over ¥2 million. Responsibilities included researching and selecting partners, and authoring data annotation standards adopted by BYD
  • Responsible for communicating and coordinating with upstream and downstream business departments on technical requirements

Publications

Papers

Patents

  • A Multi-Sensor Fusion-Based Parking Detection Method (Application Number: 202211055726.6)
  • An Obstacle Detection Method Based on Monocular Camera (Application Number: 202310326277.2)
  • An Obstacle Detection Method Based on Monocular Camera and Millimeter Wave Radar (Application Number: 202310478355.0)
  • A Lane Detection Method Based on Monocular Camera (patent pending)
  • An End-to-end Assisted Driving Method Based on Monocular Camera (patent pending)
  • An Automatic Pavement Recognition Method Based on Monocular Camera (patent pending)

Project Experience

Algorithm Design of Model-based Motor Control

Jan.2021-Jun.2021

  • Graduation Project: Designed mathematical model of the motor by MATLAB, implemented the PID algorithm for precise control, and developed embedded software code to achieve optimal performance

RoboMaster University Championship

Sept.2018-May.2020

  • As a member of the electronic control group, completed the control codes of robots
  • As a project manager, planned and coordinated the project progress of mechanical, electronic control, and visual algorithm groups

Awards & Certifications

Awards

  • National Second-Class Award in RoboMaster University Championship Aug.2019
  • Provincial First-Class Award in North Division RoboMaster University Championship Jun.2019
  • Social Work Scholarship Jun.2020

Certifications

Professional Skills

  • Python, C++, C, LaTex, Linux, Shell, MATLAB, Simulink
  • Proficient in algorithm research and application
  • Proficient in autonomous driving data workflows, encompassing collection, processing, and annotation
  • Experienced in embedded terminal deployment