Prof Kai Cheng

EDUCATION AND DEGREES

• BEng (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering, 1st Class, Harbin Institute of Technology, July 1983.
• MSc in Manufacturing Engineering, 1st Class (Distinction), Harbin Institute of Technology, July 1988.
• PhD in Precision Manufacturing, Liverpool John Moores University, January 1994.

WORKING EXPERIENCES

• 01/1994 – 09/1995, Post-doctoral Fellow, School of Engineering at Liverpool John Moores University.
• 10/1995 – 11/1999, Lecturer, Department of Engineering at Glasgow Caledonian University.
• 12/1999 – 04/2001, Reader, School of Engineering at Leeds Metropolitan University.
• 05/2001 – 04/2006, Professor, School of Engineering at Leeds Metropolitan University.
• 05/2006 – present, Chair Professor, Head of Advanced Manufacturing & Enterprise Engineering (AMEE) Department, School of Engineering and Design, Brunel University.

Research Interests

1. Precision and micro manufacturing
2. Design of high precision machine tools
3. Sustainable manufacturing and systems
4. E-manufacturing

Current Research

1. Self-learning control of tool temperature in cutting processes (ConTemp), EU 7^th Framework NMP 2^nd call, Grant holder, in collaboration with 10 partners from 5 EU members of states, Contract no. FP7-NMP-2008-SMALL-2-228585, 1^st November 2009 - 31^st October 2012.
2. Smart and effective engineering manufacturing (SEEM), Technology Strategy Board, High Value Manufacturing Program, in collaboration with 4 industrial partners, Contract no. BD266E, 1^st November 2009 – 31^st October 2012.
3. Development of specific NDT techniques for inspection of composite structures applied in transportation EngD (Engineering Doctoral) project with Kingston Computer Consultancy Limited, 1^st December 2009 – 30^th November 2013.
4. Development of knowledge-based system/methodology for design and manufacturing of precision tooling and their implementation, EngD (Engineering Doctoral) project with Rainford Precision Machines Limited, 1^st December 2009 – 30^th November 2013.
5. Modelling and simulation of carbon footprint in sustainable manufacturing at General Motors (GM), jointed industrial project with IfM at Cambridge University for General Motors Co., 1^st January 2010 – 31^st December 2012.
6. Integrated design and analysis services, industrial project funded by ESAB plc, 1^st January 2010 – 31^st December 2012.

Teaching

TEACHING INTERESTS

• Advanced manufacturing technology
• Global/sustainable manufacturing and systems
• Fundamentals of manufacturing systems

MEMBERSHIP OF PROFESSIONAL INSTITUTIONS

• Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), Fellow since 2004
• Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE), Fellow since 2006

JOURNAL EDITORIAL WORK

1. European Editor, International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology (ISSN: 0628-3768).
2. Member of the Editorial Board, International Journal of Machine Tools and Manufacture (ISSN: 0890-6955).
3. Member of the Editorial Board, International Journal of Agile Manufacturing (ISSN: 1536-2639).  
4. Member of the Editorial Board, International Journal of Mass Customisation (ISSN: 1742-4208).
5. Member of the Editorial Board, International Journal of Nanomanufacturing (ISSN: 1746-9392).

Publications

Journal Papers

(Forthcoming) Wardle, FP., Bond, C., Wilson, C., Cheng, K. and Huo, D., Dynamic characteristics of a direct-drive air-bearing slide system with squeeze film damping, The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology In Press

(2012) Wu, T. and Cheng, K., 3D FE-based modelling and simulation of the micro milling process, Key Engineering Materials 516 634- 639

(2011) Ding, H., Chen, S-J., Ibrahim, R. and Cheng, K., Investigation of the size effect on burr formation in two-dimensional vibration-assisted micro end milling, Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part B: Journal of Engineering Manufacture 225 (11) : 2032- 2039

(2011) Sun, X., Bateman, R., Cheng, K. and Ghani, SC., Design and analysis of an internally cooled smart cutting tool for dry cutting, Proc. IMechE Part B: J. Engineering Manufacture Vol. 225

(2011) Ding, H., Chen, S-J., Ibrahim, R. and Cheng, K., Investigation of the size effect on burr formation in two-dimensional vibration-assisted micro end milling, PROCEEDINGS OF THE INSTITUTION OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERS PART B-JOURNAL OF ENGINEERING MANUFACTURE 225 2032- 2039

(2011) Ibrahim, R., Bateman, R., Cheng, K., Wang, C. and Au, J., Design and analysis of a desktop micro-machine for vibration-assisted micromachining, PROCEEDINGS OF THE INSTITUTION OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERS PART B-JOURNAL OF ENGINEERING MANUFACTURE 225 (B8) : 1377- 1391

(2011) Ding, H., Chen, S-J. and Cheng, K., Dynamic surface generation modeling of two-dimensional vibration-assisted micro-end-milling, INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ADVANCED MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY 53 (9-12) : 1075- 1079

(2011) Xing, Y., Qin, S., Wang, T. and Cheng, K., Subdivision surface modeling for spiral bevel gear manufacturing, INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ADVANCED MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY 53 (1-4) : 63- 70

(2011) Ibrahim, R., Bateman, R., Cheng, K., Wang, C. and Au, J., Design and analysis of a desktop micro-machine for vibration-assisted micromachining, Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part B: Journal of Engineering Manufacture 225 (8) : 1377- 1391

(2011) Zhou, M., Zhang, HJ., Huang, SN., Chen, SJ. and Cheng, K., Experimental study on the effects of feed rate and tool geometries on tool wear in diamond cutting of sinusoidal microstructured surfaces, Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part B: Journal of Engineering Manufacture 225 (2) : 172- 183

(2011) Tridech, S. and Cheng, K., Low Carbon Manufacturing: characterisation, theoretical models and implementation, International Journal of Manufacturing Research 6 (2) : 110- 121

(2011) Flowers, M. and Cheng, K., Reconfiguration as a responsive tool for the agile-centric global manufacturing complexity domain, International Journal of Internet Manufacturing and Services 3 (1) : 1- 15

(2010) Wardle, FP., Bond, C., Wilson, C., Cheng, K. and Huo, D., Dynamic characteristics of a direct-drive air-bearing slide system with squeeze film damping, International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology 47 (9-12) : 911- 918

(2010) Ding, H., Ibrahim, R., Cheng, K. and Chen, S-J., Experimental study on machinability improvement of hardened tool steel using two dimensional vibration-assisted micro-end-milling, INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MACHINE TOOLS & MANUFACTURE 50 (12) : 1115- 1118

(2010) Ding, H., Chen, S-J. and Cheng, K., Two-dimensional vibration-assisted micro end milling: cutting force modelling and machining process dynamics, PROCEEDINGS OF THE INSTITUTION OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERS PART B-JOURNAL OF ENGINEERING MANUFACTURE 224 (B12) : 1775- 1783

(2010) Huo, DH., Cheng, K. and Wardle, F., A holistic integrated dynamic design and modelling approach applied to the development of ultraprecision micro-milling machines, International Journal of Machine Tools and Manufacture 50 (4) : 335- 343 Download publication

(2010) Huo, DH., Cheng, K. and Wardle, F., Design of a five-axis ultra-precision micro-milling machine-UltraMill. Part 1: holistic design approach, design considerations and specifications, The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology 47 (9-12) : 867- 877 Download publication

(2010) Sun, XZ. and Cheng, K., Multi-scale simulation of the nano-metric cutting process, International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology 47 (9-12) : 891- 901 Download publication

(2010) Cheng, K. and Shore, P., Special issue on design of ultraprecision and micro machine tools and their key enabling technologies, INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MACHINE TOOLS & MANUFACTURE 50 (4) : 309- 309

(2010) Harun, K. and Cheng, K., An integrated modeling method for assessment of quality systems applied to aerospace manufacturing supply chains, Journal of Intelligent Manufacturing 1- 14

(2010) Nor, MKM. and Cheng, K., Development of a PC-based control system for a five-axis ultraprecision micromilling machine 'Ultra-Mill' and its performance assessment, PROCEEDINGS OF THE INSTITUTION OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERS PART B-JOURNAL OF ENGINEERING MANUFACTURE 224 (B11) : 1631- 1644

(2010) Huo, D. and Cheng, K., Experimental investigation on micromilling of oxygen-free, high-conductivity copper using tungsten carbide, chemistry vapour deposition, and single-crystal diamond micro tools, Proceedings of the IMechE, Part B: Journal of Engineering Manufacture 224 (B6) : 995- 1003 Download publication

(2010) Zhou, L., Chen, S-J. and Cheng, K., Identification of tool-workpiece relative vibration in diamond turning by areal power spectral density, Nami Jishu yu Jingmi Gongcheng/Nanotechnology and Precision Engineering 8 (2) : 137- 142

(2010) Ding, H., Chen, S-J. and Cheng, K., Two-dimensional vibration-assisted micro end milling: Cutting force modelling and machining process dynamics, Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part B: Journal of Engineering Manufacture 224 (12) : 1775- 1783

(2009) Zong, WJ., Sun, T., Li, D. and Cheng, K., Design criterion for crystal orientation of diamond cutting tool, Diamond and Related Materials 18 (4) : 642- 650

(2009) Huo, D., Cheng, K. and Wardle, F., Design of a five-axis ultra-precision micro-milling machine-UltraMill. Part 1: holistic design approach, design considerations and specifications, International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology 1- 11

(2009) Huo, D., Cheng, K. and Wardle, F., Design of a five-axis ultra-precision micro-milling machine-UltraMill. Part 2: integrated dynamic modelling, design optimisation and analysis, International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology 1- 12

(2009) Zhou, L. and Cheng, K., Dynamic cutting process modelling and its impact on the generation of surface topography and texture in nano/micro cutting, Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part B: Journal of Engineering Manufacture 223 (3) : 247- 266 Download publication

(2009) Sun, X. and Cheng, K., Multi-scale simulation of the nano-metric cutting process, International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology 1- 11

(2008) Aris, NFM. and Cheng, K., Characterization of the surface functionality on precision machined engineering surfaces, The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology 38 (3-4) : 402- 409 Download publication

(2008) Huo, D. and Cheng, K., A dynamics-driven approach to the design of precision machine tools for micro-manufacturing and its implementation perspectives, Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part B: Journal of Engineering Manufacture 222 (1) : 1- 13 Download publication

(2008) Lancaster, J. and Cheng, K., A fitness differential adaptive parameter controlled evolutionary algorithm with application to the design structure matrix, International Journal of Production Research 46 (18) : 5043- 5057 Download publication

(2008) Cheng, K. and Bateman, RJ., e-Manufacturing: characteristics, applications and potentials, Progress in Natural Science 18 (11) : 1323- 1328 Download publication

(2008) Zong, WJ., Sun, T., Li, D., Cheng, K. and Li, ZQ., Nano-precision diamond cutting tools achieved by mechanical lapping versus thermo-mechanical lapping, Diamond and Related Materials 17 (6) : 954- 961

(2008) Lancaster, J. and Cheng, K., Optimization of the hydrotesting sequence in tank farm construction using an adaptive genetic algorithm with stochastic preferential logic, Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part B: Journal of Engineering Manufacture 222 (2) : 367- 371 Download publication

(2008) Yang, Y., Chen, S., Huo, D. and Cheng, K., Performance analysis and optimal design of fast tool servo used for machining microstructured surfaces, Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part C: Journal of Mechanical Engineering Science 222 (8) : 1541- 1546

(2008) Lancaster, JP. and Cheng, K., Project schedule optimization using a genetic algorithm approach, AACE International Transactions

(2008) Zong, WJ., Sun, T., Li, D., Cheng, K. and Liang, YC., XPS analysis of the groove wearing marks on flank face of diamond tool in nanometric cutting of silicon wafer, International Journal of Machine Tools and Manufacture 48 (15) : 1678- 1687

(2007) Huang, C-Y., Cheng, K. and Holt, A., An integrated manufacturing network management framework by using mobile agent, The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology 32 (7-8) : 822- 833

(2007) Huo, D., Liang, Y. and Cheng, K., An investigation of nanoindentation tests on the single crystal copper thin film via an atomic force microscope and molecular dynamics simulation, Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part C: Journal of Mechanical Engineering Science 221 (2) : 259- 266 Download publication

(2007) Zong, WJ., Li, D., Cheng, K., Sun, T. and Liang, YC., Finite element optimization of diamond tool geometry and cutting-process parameters based on surface residual stresses, The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology 32 (7-8) : 666- 674

(2007) Ding, H., Chen, SJ. and Cheng, K., The atomic-scale finite-element modelling of single-walled carbon nanotubes, Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part C: Journal of Mechanical Engineering Science 221 (5) : 613- 617

(2007) Zong, WJ., Cheng, K., Li, D., Sun, T. and Liang, YC., The ultimate sharpness of single-crystal diamond cutting tools - Part I: theoretical analyses and predictions, International Journal of Machine Tools and Manufacture 47 (5) : 852- 863

(2007) Zong, WJ., Li, D., Sun, T., Cheng, K. and Liang, YC., The ultimate sharpness of single-crystal diamond cutting tools - Part II: a novel efficient lapping process, International Journal of Machine Tools and Manufacture 47 (5) : 864- 871

(2007) Zong, WJ., Cheng, K., Li, D., Sun, T. and Liang, YC., The ultimate sharpness of single-crystal diamond cutting tools-Part I: Theoretical analyses and predictions, International Journal of Machine Tools and Manufacture 47 (5 SPEC. ISS.) : 852- 863

(2006) Joslin, A. and Cheng, K., Big effort for micro payback, Machinery 164 (4126) : 22- 24

(2006) Bateman, RJ. and Cheng, K., Extending the product portfolio with 'devolved manufacturing': methodology and case studies, International Journal of Production Research 44 (16) : 3325- 3343 Download publication

(2006) Zong, WJ., Sun, T., Li, D., Cheng, K. and Liang, YC., FEM optimization of tool geometry based on the machined near surface's residual stresses generated in diamond turning, Journal of Materials Processing Technology 180 (1-3) : 271- 278

(2006) Sun, X., Chen, S., Cheng, K., Huo, D. and Chu, W., Multiscale simulation on nanometric cutting of single crystal copper, Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part B: Journal of Engineering Manufacture 220 (7) : 1217- 1222

(2006) Bateman, RJ. and Cheng, K., Rapid manufacturing as a tool for agile manufacturing: application and implementation perspectives, International Journal of Agile Manufacturing 9 (1) : 39- 52 Download publication

(2006) Lu, BH., Bateman, RJ. and Cheng, K., RFID enabled manufacturing: fundamentals, methodology and applications, International Journal of Agile Systems and Management 1 (1) : 73- 92

(2006) Toussaint, J. and Cheng, K., Web-based CBR (case-based reasoning) as a tool with the application to tooling selection, The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology 29 (1-2) : 24- 34 Download publication

(2005) Luo, XK., Cheng, K., Luo, XC. and Liu, XW., A simulated investigation on the machining instability and dynamic surface generation, The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology 26 (7-8) : 718- 725 Download publication

(2005) Cheng, H-B., Feng, Z-J., Cheng, K. and Wang, Y-W., Design of a six-axis high precision machine tool and its application in machining aspherical optical mirrors, International Journal of Machine Tools and Manufacture 45 (9) : 1085- 1094

(2005) Luo, X., Cheng, K., Webb, D. and Wardle, F., Design of ultraprecision machine tools with applications to manufacture of miniature and micro components, Journal of Materials Processing Technology 167 (2-3) : 515- 528 Download publication

(2005) Liu, X-W., Cheng, K., Longstaff, AP., Widiyarto, MH. and Ford, D., Improved dynamic cutting force model in ball-end milling. Part I: theoretical modelling and experimental calibration, The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology 26 (5-6) : 457- 465

(2005) Luo, X., Cheng, K., Holt, R. and Liu, X., Modeling flank wear of carbide tool insert in metal cutting, Wear 259 (7-12) : 1235- 1240 Download publication

(2005) Liu, X. and Cheng, K., Modelling the machining dynamics of peripheral milling, International Journal of Machine Tools and Manufacture 45 (11) : 1301- 1320

(2005) Luo, X., Cheng, K. and Ward, R., The effects of machining process variables and tooling characterisation on the surface generation, The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology 25 (11-12) : 1089- 1097 Download publication

(2005) Zong, WJ., Li, D., Cheng, K., Sun, T., Wang, HX. and Liang, YC., The material removal mechanism in mechanical lapping of diamond cutting tools, International Journal of Machine Tools and Manufacture 45 (7-8) : 783- 788

(2004) Huo, D., Cheng, K., Webb, D. and Wardle, F., A novel FEA model for the integral analysis of a machine tool and machining processes, Key Engineering Materials 257-258 45- 50

(2004) Liu, X-W., Cheng, K., Webb, D., Longstaff, AP. and Widiyarto, MH., Improved dynamic cutting force model in peripheral milling. Part II: experimental verification and prediction, The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology 24 (11-12) : 794- 805

(2004) Cheng, K. and Popov, Y., Internet-enabled modelling of extended manufacturing enterprises using process-based techniques, The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology 23 (1-2) : 148- 153 Download publication

(2004) Gao, CH., Cheng, K. and Webb, D., Investigation on sampling size optimisation in gear tooth surface measurement using a CMM, The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology 24 (7-8) : 599- 606 Download publication

(2003) Pan, PY., Cheng, K. and Harrison, DK., A web-based agile system for rolling bearing design, Integrated Manufacturing Systems 14 (6) : 518- 529

(2003) Luo, X., Cheng, K., Guo, X. and Holt, R., An investigation on the mechanics of nanometric cutting and the development of its test-bed, International Journal of Production Research 41 (7) : 1449- 1465 Download publication

(2003) Jiang, Z., Harrison, DK. and Cheng, K., Computer-aided design and manufacturing of scroll compressors, Journal of Materials Processing Technology 138 (1-3) : 145- 151

(2003) Cheng, K., Luo, X., Ward, R. and Holt, R., Modeling and simulation of the tool wear in nanometric cutting, Wear 255 (7-12) : 1427- 1432 Download publication

(2002) Luo, XK., Cheng, K. and Luo, XC., A simulated investigation on machining instability and non-linear aspects in CNC turning processes, International Journal for Manufacturing Science and Production 5 (1-2) : 45- 50

(2002) Jiang, Z., Harrison, DK. and Cheng, K., An integrated concurrent engineering approach to the design and manufacture of complex components, The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology 20 (5) : 319- 325

(2002) Toussaint, J. and Cheng, K., Design agility and manufacturing responsiveness on the Web, Integrated Manufacturing Systems 13 (5) : 328- 339

(2002) Pan, PY., Cheng, K. and Harrison, DK., Development of an Internet-based intelligent design support system for rolling element bearings, International Journal of Systems Science 33 (6) : 403- 419

(2002) Bateman, RJ. and Cheng, K., Devolved manufacturing, Concurrent Engineering: Reserach and Applications 10 (4) : 291- 298

(2002) Liu, X-W., Cheng, K., Webb, D. and Luo, X-C., Improved dynamic cutting force model in peripheral milling. Part I: theoretical model and simulation, The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology 20 (9) : 631- 638

(2002) Cheng, K., Yang, ML., Taylor, GE. and Dow, A., Petri-net as a tool with application in modeling an Internet-based virtual manufacturing enterprise, International Journal of Agile Manufacturing 4 (2) : 100- 109

(2002) Liu, X-W., Cheng, K., Webb, D. and Luo, X-C., Prediction of cutting force distribution and its influence on dimensional accuracy in peripheral milling, International Journal of Machine Tools and Manufacture 42 (7) : 791- 800

(2002) Liu, X. and Cheng, K., Three-dimensional extension of Bresenham's algorithm and its application in straight-line interpolation, Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part B: Journal of Engineering Manufacture 216 (3) : 459- 463

(2001) Cheng, K., Pan, PY. and Harrison, DK., Web-based design and manufacturing support systems: implementation perspectives, International Journal of Computer Integrated Manufacturing 14 (1) : 14- 27

Conference Papers

(2008) Wibbelmann, MH., Cheng, K. and Forbes, A., Propagation and control of quality in the extended manufacturing supply chain: theoretical models, methodologies and implementation perspectives, International Conference on Industrial Engineering and Engineering Management (IEEM 2008)

(2008) Harun, K., Cheng, K. and Wibbelmann, M., RFID-enabled aerospace manufacturing: theoretical models, simulation and implementation issues, International Conference on Industrial Engineering and Engineering Management (IEEM 2008)

(2008) Qin, SF., Lagoudakis, E., Kang, QP. and Cheng, K., Customer-centric strategy for e-manufacturing in apparel industry, 6th International Conference on e-Engineering and Digital Enterprise Technology, Applied Mechanics and Materials: e-Engineering and Digital Enterprise Technology (10-12) : 39- 44