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Professor Kai Cheng
Honorary Professor

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Manjunath, K., Tewary, S., Khatri, N. and Cheng, K. (2025) 'In-process monitoring and prediction of machining status in ultraprecision diamond turning using Mel-frequency cepstral coefficient approach combined with machine learning'. International Journal on Interactive Design and Manufacturing, 0 (ahead of print). pp. 1 - 13. ISSN: 1955-2513

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Riaz, A., Yuan, Z., Chohan, BS. and Cheng, K. (2025) 'Experimental study on the influence of blade shape-composite interaction for dicing CFRP composites'. International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, 140 (3-4). pp. 1317 - 1333. ISSN: 0268-3768

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Riaz, A., Yuan, Z., Chohan, BS. and Cheng, K. (2025) 'Study on the influence of diamond abrasive cutting depth for precise machining of CFRP composites using ultrathin dicing blades'. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers Part B Journal of Engineering Manufacture, 0 (ahead of print). pp. 1 - 13. ISSN: 0954-4054

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Qiao, X., Wang, Y., Cheng, K., Xu, H. and Yan, C. (2025) 'A novel sensitivity analysis method for geometric errors in precision lathes based on variance decomposition and partial derivative integration'. Precision Engineering, 95. pp. 203 - 214. ISSN: 0141-6359

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Dianat, N., Liu, S., Cheng, K. and Lü, K. (2025) 'Development of the E-Portal for the Design of Freeform Varifocal Lenses Using Shiny/R Programming Combined with Additive Manufacturing'. Machines, 13 (4). pp. 1 - 20.Open Access Link

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Liu, S. and Cheng, K. (2024) 'Investigation on the surface texture aspect ratio of freeform surfaced optics and its correlation with the optical performance'. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part B: Journal of Engineering Manufacture, 0 (ahead of print). pp. 1 - 9. ISSN: 0954-4054

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Zha, J., Cheng, K., Xue, F., Wu, D. and Liu, X. (2024) 'Hydrostatic guideways for precision machines: The state-of-the-art and future perspectives'. Tribology International, 200. pp. 1 - 19. ISSN: 0301-679X

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Gou, N., Cheng, K. and Huo, D. (2024) 'Design and analysis methods for aerostatic bearings: The past, the present, and the future'. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part J: Journal of Engineering Tribology, 238 (10). pp. 1198 - 1211. ISSN: 1350-6501

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Gou, N., Liu, S., Christopher, D. and Cheng, K. (2024) 'Development of the Digital Twin for the Ultraprecision Diamond Turning System and Its Application Perspectives', in Lyu, Z. (ed.) Handbook of Digital Twins. Abingdon : Routledge. pp. 498 - 514. ISBN 10: 1-003-42572-0. ISBN 13: 978-1-032-54607-0.

Book chapter

Velázquez de la Hoz, JL. and Cheng, K. (2024) 'Investigation on the modeling and simulation of hydrodynamics in asymmetric conduction laser micro-welding of austenitic stainless steel and its process optimization'. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part B: Journal of Engineering Manufacture, 239 (4). pp. 530 - 543. ISSN: 0954-4054 Open Access Link

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Manjunath, K., Tewary, S., Khatri, N. and Cheng, K. (2023) 'Discrete wavelet transforms analysis of vibration signals for correlating tool wear in diamond turning of additive manufactured Ti-6Al-4V alloy'. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part B: Journal of Engineering Manufacture, 238 (10). pp. 1568 - 1575. ISSN: 0954-4054 Open Access Link

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Liu, S., Cheng, K. and Zhao, L. (2023) 'Development of the personalised manufacturing system framework for freeform vari-focal lenses and its implementation and application perspectives'. International Journal of Mechatronics and Manufacturing Systems, 16 (1). pp. 1 - 21. ISSN: 1753-1039

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Yue, S., Cheng, K., Bai, Q. and Ding, H. (2023) 'Integrated design and analysis of a high-precision aerostatic spindle for internal grinding machines and its implementation perspectives'. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part J: Journal of Engineering Tribology, 237 (12). pp. 2187 - 2200. ISSN: 1350-6501

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Manjunath, K., Tewary, S., Khatri, N. and Cheng, K. (2023) 'In-process monitoring of the ultraprecision machining process with convolution neural networks'. International Journal of Computer Integrated Manufacturing, 37 (1-2). pp. 37 - 54. ISSN: 0951-192X

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Wang, P., Bai, Q., Cheng, K., Zhao, L., Ding, H. and Zhang, Y. (2023) 'Machinability analysis of micro-milling thin-walled Ti-6Al-4V micro parts under dry, lubrication, and chatter mitigation conditions'. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part B: Journal of Engineering Manufacture, 238 (1-2). pp. 335 - 346. ISSN: 0954-4054

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Manjunath, K., Tewary, S., Khatri, N. and Cheng, K. (2022) 'Precipitation effect on Surface roughness at Ti-6Al-4 V ELI alloy during Ultra-Precision Machining'. International Journal on Interactive Design and Manufacturing, 17 (5). pp. 2607 - 2615. ISSN: 1955-2513

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Wang, P., Bai, Q., Cheng, K., Zhang, Y., Zhao, L. and Ding, H. (2022) 'Investigation on an in-process chatter detection strategy for micro-milling titanium alloy thin-walled parts and its implementation perspectives'. Mechanical Systems and Signal Processing, 183. pp. 1 - 17. ISSN: 0888-3270

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Wang, P., Bai, Q., Cheng, K., Zhao, L. and Ding, H. (2022) 'Optimization of the process parameters for micro-milling thin-walled micro-parts using advanced algorithms'. International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, 121 (9-10). pp. 6255 - 6269. ISSN: 0268-3768 Open Access Link

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Karimi, HR., Cheng, K. and Zou, Y. (2022) 'Advanced Autonomous Machines and Design Developments'. Machines, 10 (6). pp. 1 - 2.Open Access Link

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Gong, Z., Huo, D., Niu, Z., Chen, W. and Cheng, K. (2022) 'Robustness evaluation of control algorithms for a long-stroke fast tool servo'. Journal of Manufacturing Processes, 80. pp. 458 - 468. ISSN: 1526-6125 Open Access Link

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Gou, N., Cheng, K. and Huo, D. (2022) 'Investigation on an integrated approach to modelling and analysis of multi-axis aerostatic bearing stages for high precision performance'.euspen’s 22nd International Conference & Exhibition. Geneva, Switzerland. 30 - 3 June. European Society for Precision Engineering and Nanotechnology, Conference Proceedings - 22nd International Conference and Exhibition, EUSPEN 2022. pp. 171 - 174.Open Access Link

Conference paper

Gong, Z., Huo, D., Niu, Z., Chen, W. and Cheng, K. (2022) 'A novel long-stroke fast tool servo system with counterbalance and its application to the ultra-precision machining of microstructured surfaces'. Mechanical Systems and Signal Processing, 173. pp. 1 - 20. ISSN: 0888-3270 Open Access Link

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Wang, P., Bai, Q., Cheng, K., Zhao, L. and Ding, H. (2022) 'The Modelling and Analysis of Micro-Milling Forces for Fabricating Thin-Walled Micro-Parts Considering Machining Dynamics'. Machines, 10 (3). pp. 1 - 15.Open Access Link

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Haley, J. and Cheng, K. (2021) 'Investigation into precision engineering design and development of the next-generation brake discs using Al/SiC metal matrix composites'. Nami Jishu yu Jingmi Gongcheng/Nanotechnology and Precision Engineering, 4 (4). pp. 1 - 13. ISSN: 1672-6030 Open Access Link

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Khaghani, A. and Cheng, K. (2021) 'Investigation of a dynamics-oriented engineering approach to ultraprecision machining of freeform surfaces and its implementation perspectives'. Nami Jishu yu Jingmi Gongcheng/Nanotechnology and Precision Engineering, 4 (4). pp. 1 - 12. ISSN: 1672-6030 Open Access Link

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Zhang, Y., Bai, Q., Bai, J., Guo, H. and Cheng, K. (2021) 'Dislocation evolution in nanoscratching the CVD diamond film: Discrete dislocation dynamics simulation and experiments'. MRS Communications, 11 (5). pp. 619 - 627. ISSN: 2159-6859

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Li, P., Cheng, K. and Jiang, P. (2020) 'Investigation on quantitative analysis of carbon footprint in discrete manufacturing by using the innovative energy dataspace approach'. Manufacturing Letters, 27. pp. 58 - 62. ISSN: 2213-8463

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Shao, Y., Adetoro, OB. and Cheng, K. (2020) 'Development of multiscale multiphysics-based modelling and simulations with the application to precision machining of aerofoil structures'. Engineering Computations (Swansea, Wales), 38 (3). pp. 1330 - 1349. ISSN: 0264-4401 Open Access Link

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Khaghani, A. and Cheng, K. (2020) 'Investigation on an innovative approach for clamping contact lens mould inserts in ultraprecision machining using an adaptive precision chuck and its application perspectives'. International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, 111 (3-4). pp. 839 - 850. ISSN: 0268-3768

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Li, P., Cheng, K., Jiang, P. and Katchasuwanmanee, K. (2020) 'Investigation on industrial dataspace for advanced machining workshops: enabling machining operations control with domain knowledge and application case studies'. Journal of Intelligent Manufacturing, 33 (1). pp. 103 - 119. ISSN: 0956-5515 Open Access Link

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Zhao, PY., Cheng, K., Jiang, B. and Zuo, L. (2020) 'Development of the innovative differential tool wear modeling for high-feed milling and its experimental verification'. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part B: Journal of Engineering Manufacture, 235 (1-2). pp. 85 - 97. ISSN: 0954-4054

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Liu, J., Cheng, K., Ding, H. and Chen, S. (2020) 'An analytical model for force prediction in micromilling silicon carbide particle–reinforced aluminum matrix composites'. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part B: Journal of Engineering Manufacture, 234 (10). pp. 1273 - 1282. ISSN: 0954-4054

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Niu, Z. and Cheng, K. (2020) 'Improved dynamic cutting force modelling in micro milling of metal matrix composites Part I: Theoretical model and simulations'. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part C: Journal of Mechanical Engineering Science, 234 (9). pp. 1733 - 1745. ISSN: 0954-4062

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Niu, Z. and Cheng, K. (2019) 'Improved dynamic cutting force modelling in micro milling of metal matrix composites part II: Experimental validation and prediction'. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part C: Journal of Mechanical Engineering Science, 234 (8). pp. 1500 - 1515. ISSN: 0954-4062

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Niu, Z. and Cheng, K. (2019) 'Investigation on the material removal and surface roughness in ultraprecision machining of Al/B4C/50p metal matrix composites'. International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, 105 (7-8). pp. 2815 - 2831. ISSN: 0268-3768 Open Access Link

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Ivanov, A. and Cheng, K. (2019) 'Non-traditional and hybrid processes for micro and nano manufacturing'. International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, 105 (11). pp. 4481 - 4482. ISSN: 0268-3768 Open Access Link

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Song, L., Cheng, K., Ding, H., Chen, S. and Gao, Q. (2019) 'Analysis of static and dynamic characteristics of spiral-grooved gas journal bearings in high speed'. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers Part C Journal of Mechanical Engineering Science, 233 (19-20). pp. 6774 - 6792. ISSN: 0954-4062

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Cheng, K., Shao, Y., Jadva, M. and Bodenhorst, R. (2019) 'Development of the improved Preston equation for abrasive flow machining of aerofoil structures and components'. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers Part J Journal of Engineering Tribology, 233 (9). pp. 1397 - 1404. ISSN: 1350-6501

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Khaghani, A. and Cheng, K. (2019) 'Investigation on multi-body dynamics based approach to the toolpath generation for ultraprecision machining of freeform surfaces'. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part B: Journal of Engineering Manufacture, 234 (3). pp. 571 - 583. ISSN: 0954-4054

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Huo, D. and Cheng, K. (2019) 'Vibration assisted machining'. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers Part C Journal of Mechanical Engineering Science, 233 (12). pp. 4079 - 4080. ISSN: 0954-4062

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Yuan, Z., Qin, Y., Cheng, K., Zhao, W. and Zheng, P. (2019) 'Investigation on surface morphology and tribological property generated by vibration assisted strengthening on aviation spherical plain bearings'. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers Part C Journal of Mechanical Engineering Science, 233 (12). pp. 4091 - 4101. ISSN: 0954-4062

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Liu, J., Cheng, K., Ding, H., Chen, S. and Zhao, L. (2019) 'Realization of ductile regime machining in micro-milling SiCp/Al composites and selection of cutting parameters'. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers Part C Journal of Mechanical Engineering Science, 233 (12). pp. 4336 - 4347. ISSN: 0954-4062

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Yuan, Z., Cheng, K., Zhang, Y., Hu, J. and Zheng, P. (2019) 'Investigation on the fabrication of dicing blades with different sintering methods for machining hard-brittle material wafers'. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers Part B Journal of Engineering Manufacture, 233 (7). pp. 1781 - 1793. ISSN: 0954-4054

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Shao, Y. and Cheng, K. (2019) 'Integrated modelling and analysis of micro-cutting mechanics with the precision surface generation in abrasive flow machining'. International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, 105 (11). pp. 4571 - 4583. ISSN: 0268-3768 Open Access Link

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Zhao, L., Cheng, K., Ding, H. and Zhao, L. (2019) 'On-Machine Measurement of the Straightness and Tilt Errors of a Linear Slideway Using a New Four-Sensor Method'. Chinese Journal of Mechanical Engineering (English Edition), 32 (1). pp. 1 - 11. ISSN: 1000-9345 Open Access Link

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Gao, Q., Chen, W., Lu, L., Huo, D. and Cheng, K. (2019) 'Aerostatic bearings design and analysis with the application to precision engineering: State-of-the-art and future perspectives'. Tribology International, 135. pp. 1 - 17. ISSN: 0301-679X

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Niu, Z. and Cheng, K. (2019) 'An experimental investigation on surface generation in ultraprecision machining of particle reinforced metal matrix composites'. International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, 105 (11). pp. 4499 - 4507. ISSN: 0268-3768 Open Access Link

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