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“Ideas do not always come in a flash, but by diligent experiments.”

- Charles K. Kao 高錕 -

Research Projects 

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RGC-GRF:​​

  • Chameleon-inspired Self-adaptive Daytime Passive Radiative Coolers with Cooling Power Modulation Ability for Building Applications (GRF 11200022) (Rate: 5.0, Outstanding GRF Proposal) (In Progress).

  • Thermochromic Transparent Wood Composites for Highly Efficient Broadband Optical Management in Smart Window Applications (GRF 11200121) (In Progress).

  • Coral-inspired and Colored Daytime Passive Radiative Coolers using Photoluminescent Carbon Dots for Cooling Power Recovery in Building Applications(GRF 11200923)(In Progress).

  • Anomalous Photon Transport induced Asymmetric Electromagnetic Transmission for use in Daytime Passive Radiative Cooling in a Humid Climate (GRF 16200518) (Completed).

  • Electrostatic Charging of Coalescence-induced Jumping Droplets and its Application in a Nanofluid based Phase Change Thermal Diode (GRF 16202517) (Completed).

 

RGC-ECS:

  • Study of Hybrid-Nanofluids in Superhydrophilic Wick Structure for Heat Transfer Enhancement in an Adsorption Cooling System (ECS 21200819) (Completed).

 

RGC-CRF:

  • Reducing Transmission of Novel Coronavirus and Other Infectious Diseases using Food Waste-derived Medical Textiles via Electrospinning for Healthcare Apparel and Personal Protection Equipment (CRF C1105-20G, Co-I) (In Progress).

  • Study of Cooling Effect by Surface Treatment and its Application to Smart Green Buildings (CRF C6022-16G, Co-I) (Completed).

 

RGC-STG：

  • Decarbonization Solutions for Buildings in Hong Kong: Development, Assessment and Deployment(STG2/E-605/23-N)(In Progress).

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ITF Project:​​​​

  • Study and Development of Novel and Next-Generation Self-Cooling Building Materials using Daytime Passive Radiative Cooling Technology(ITS/128/22FP)(In Progress).

  • Development of Thermoresponsive Desiccant-coated Biomimetic Heat Exchangers for Adsorption-based Dehumidification (ITS/122/22)(In Progress).

  • Development of Daytime Passive Radiative Cooling Paint for Buildings (ITT/024/22GP) (In Progress)

  • Study and Development of a Novel Perovskite Thermochromic Smart Window with Electricity Generation Capability for Building Applications (ITSF ITS/041/21) (In Progress).

  • Study and Development of a Novel and Smart Textile for Personal Thermal Management (ITSF ITS/107/20) (Completed).

  • Development of a High-Performance Passive Radiative Cooler for Buildings (ITSF ITS/013/16) (Completed).

  • Study and Development of a Novel Superhydrophilic-Nanostructured Composite Surface in Dehumidification Systems (ITSF ITS/429/18) (Completed).

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ECF:​

  • Energy-Saving Passive Evaporative Eco-Cooling Paint (In Progress)

  • Study and Development of an Advanced Solid Desiccant Cooling System for Hong Kong Buildings (ECF 9211200) (Completed).

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Contract Research:​​

  • Energy-saving Study of a Novel Hybrid Ventilation System and Ventilation Optimization by Artificial Intelligence in Cavern (Completed).

  • Study of an Adsorption Cooling System adopting Superhydrophilic-nanostructured Composite Surface for use in Cavern (Completed).

  • Deployment of Computer Models to Review Operating Range of Sewage Pumping Systems at Wan Chai East and Central Preliminary Treatment Works (Completed).

  • Feasibility Study on Demand Control Ventilation System in Cavern (Completed).

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  • Passive Radiative Cooling Paint on the Rooftop of an Office for Energy-saving Evaluation and Demonstration (Completed).

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  • Review on Operating Performance of Oil-free Chillers at Princess Margaret Hospital (In Progress). â€‹

  • Study of Performance of Plate-tube Chiller (In Progress). 

  • Energy-saving Evaluation of the Daytime Passive Radiative Cooling Paint on the Rooftop of an Office in Tung Chung (In Progress).

  • Study on Performance of Radiative Cooling Coating (Completed). 

  • Consultancy Services for Energy Saving Study for the Third Batch of Chiller Replacement Project at Hospital Authority's Venues (Completed).

  • Consultancy Services for Chiller Plant Optimization by Artificial Intelligence and Energy Saving for the Second Batch Chiller Replacement Projects at Hospital Authority’s Venues (Completed).

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CityU Internal Funding as PM and PI:​​

  • Moisture-absorbent Hydrogel as a New Solid Desiccant for Air Dehumidification (In Progress).

  • A Superhydrophilic-Nanostructured Composite Adsorbent Surface for use in a Novel Hybrid Dehumidifier (In Progress).

  • Study and Development of Sub-ambient Daytime Passive Radiative Cooling Paint for Buildings (Completed).

  • Study of Thermochromic and Photovoltaic Characteristics of Organic-Inorganic Hybrid Perovskites in Smart Window Applications for Smart Green Buildings (Completed).

  • Study and Development of an Indoor Thermal Environment Control System and Electrostatic Charging of Coalescence-induced Jumping Droplets for use in a Hybrid Nanofluid-based Phase Change Thermal Diode (Completed).

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GTF Project:​​

  • Thermally-integrated water desalination—electrolysis system for renewable hydrogen generation(Green Tech Fund GTF 202220159) (In Progress).

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