Jonghoek Kim- Target tracking Award – Best Researcher Award
Prof. Jonghoek Kim distinguished academic and researcher in the field Target Tracking. He is currently engaged in a research project titled “Target tracking in Non-Line-Of-Sight environments assisted by the maximum range information of target signal,” funded by NRF Korea Research Foundation, spanning from September 1, 2022, to February 28, 2027. His research interests primarily revolve around robot path planning, target tracking and data association, multi-agent systems, optimal estimation, optimal control, and sensor networks.
Professional Profiles
Educations📚📚📚
He earned his Ph.D. and M.S. degrees in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology, Georgia, USA, graduating in the spring of 2011 and 2009, respectively. His Ph.D. thesis focused on “Simultaneous Cooperative Exploration and Networking” under the guidance of advisors Fumin Zhang, Ph.D., and Magnus Egerstedt, Ph.D. Prior to his doctoral studies, he completed his undergraduate education at Yonsei University in Seoul, South Korea, where he obtained a B.S. in Mechanic and Electric Engineering in May 2006.
Robot path planning, Target tracking and data association, Multi-agent systems, Optimal estimation, Optimal control, Sensor network.
Patents
1. C. Ryu, Jonghoek Kim, M. Kim, C. Cho, and J. Kim. Apparatus for planing, executing underwater object search and method thereof, registration number: 1020342390000, 2019.
2. Jonghoek Kim, R. Kwon, D. Kim, and K. Lee. Target tracking control device. registration number: 1020538630000, 2019.
3. Jonghoek Kim, J. Ahn, and R. Kwon. The method of exploration and map building with multi-robot. registration number: 1019681270000, 2019.
4. Jonghoek Kim, T. Suh, and J. Ryu. A formation control method of multiple torpedos to deceive sensors of the target and control apparatus thereof, registration number: 1016880640000, 2016.
5. Jonghoek Kim, T. Suh, and J. Ryu. A method to estimate the shape of towed array sonar and an apparatus thereof, registration number: 1016850840000, 2016.
6. Jonghoek Kim, T. Suh, E. Kim, and S. Cho. Target Motion Analysis Method Using Geometric Constraints, registration number: 1013922210000, 2014.
7. Jonghoek Kim, T. Suh, E. Kim, and S. Cho. Target Motion Analysis Method Using Target Classification and Ray Tracing of underwater Sound Energy, registration
number: 1014808340000, 2013.
8. Jonghoek Kim, T. Suh, E. Kim, and S. Cho. Ownship Motion Control Method for Enhancement of Target Motion Analysis Performance, registration number: 1015354760000, 2015.
9. Jonghoek Kim, T. Suh, E. Kim, and S. Cho. A Target Motion Analysis Apparatus and Method for Maneuvering Target, registration number: 1014446570000, 2014.
10. Jonghoek Kim, T. Suh, E. Kim, and S. Cho. Torpedo Control Considering Ray Tracing of Underwater Sound Energy, registration number: 1014990130000, 2015.
Award
He has received several notable awards and honors throughout his career. As part of the Purdue-Hongik team, he achieved recognition as one of the finalist teams in the Space Robotics Challenges Phase 2, a prestigious accomplishment within the field of space robotics. Additionally, he was honored with the “Outstanding Reviewers of 2020″ award from the IEEE Transactions on Instrumentation and Measurement, acknowledging his exceptional service as a reviewer. Furthermore, he received an award from the Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA) in 2017, highlighting his contributions and achievements in his field. His academic excellence was also recognized during his undergraduate studies, where he earned the titles of Highest Honors Student in the Spring semester of 2003 and High Honors Student in the Fall semester of the same year. Moreover, he was awarded a half scholarship in 2003, demonstrating his academic prowess and dedication to his studies.
Science society Activities
He is actively involved in various science society activities, holding esteemed editorial roles in leading academic journals. Serving as a Special Issue Editor for Applied Sciences at MDPI, he oversees the “Advances in Robot Path Planning” special issue, contributing to the advancement of knowledge in this field. Additionally, he acts as a Special Issue Editor for Sensors at MDPI, directing the “Object Detection and Identification in Any Medium” special issue, which explores cutting-edge developments in sensor technology. As a Topic Editor for Frontiers, he leads discussions on “Coverage Control of Networked Robots,” contributing to the forefront of research in this area. Furthermore, he serves as an Associate Editor for the International Journal of Advanced Robotic Systems, where he plays a pivotal role in shaping the content and direction of the journal’s publications. Through his dedication to editorial responsibilities, he actively promotes the dissemination of innovative research and fosters collaboration within the scientific community.
Research Experience
e has amassed extensive research experience spanning various prestigious institutions and roles. Currently affiliated with Sejong University in South Korea since March 2023, he teaches classes in Robotics and C Programming, contributing to the education and development of future engineers. Prior to this, he was associated with Sungkyunkwan University from March 2022 to February 2023, where he taught courses including Signal and Systems, Probability and Statistics, Circuit Theory, and Capstone Design for Autonomous Vehicles. His tenure at Hongik University from March 2018 to February 2022 involved teaching a diverse range of subjects such as Digital Engineering, Signal and Systems, C Programming, and Control Engineering, among others.
Before transitioning into teaching roles, he worked as a Research Assistant at the Agency for Defense Development in South Korea from June 2011 to February 2018, where he was engaged in Ph.D. and Masters level coursework and research projects. His responsibilities included guiding undergraduate research teams, providing consultation for teams participating in international competitions related to remotely operated vehicles (ROV) and autonomous surface vehicles (ASV), and delivering lectures on specialized topics like LabVIEW Vision module.
Additionally, he served as a Teaching Assistant from September 2007 to August 2008 at various institutions, including classes such as Introduction to Systems and Control, Linear System and Control, and Stochastic Control. His duties encompassed conducting office hours, preparing homework solutions, conducting review sessions, and grading assignments, contributing to the academic success of undergraduate and graduate students. Through his multifaceted roles, he has demonstrated a strong commitment to education, research, and mentorship in the field of engineering.
Books
- Jonghoek Kim, F. Zhang, and M. Egerstedt. Simultaneous Cooperative Exploration
and Networking, ISBN:978-3-639-51588-6, Scholars’ Press, 2013. - Jonghoek Kim. Cooperative Exploration and Power-Efficient Network Building
without Global Localization, Horizons in Computer Science Research. Volume 15,
Nova Science publishers, 2017. - Jonghoek Kim. Capturing Intruders on a Multi-Dimensional Topological Map,
Computer games, children and the internet: technology, educational uses and
effects on cognitive development, Nova Science publishers, 2014.
📝🔬Publications📝🔬
- Cooperative localization and unknown currents estimation using multiple autonomous underwater vehicles
J KimIEEE Robotics and Automation Letters 5 (2), 2365-2371
- A provably complete exploration strategy by constructing Voronoi diagrams
J Kim, F Zhang, M EgerstedtAutonomous Robots 29, 367-380
- Curve tracking control for autonomous vehicles with rigidly mounted range sensors
JKFZM EgerstedtJournal of intelligent and robotic systems 56 (1-2), 177-197
- Multi-robot rendezvous based on bearing-aided hierarchical tracking of network topology
S Luo, J Kim, R Parasuraman, JH Bae, ET Matson, BC MinAd Hoc Networks 86, 131-143
- Bearings‐only target motion analysis of a highly manoeuvring target
J Kim, T Suh, J RyuIET Radar, Sonar & Navigation 11 (6), 1011-1019
- Multi-Point Rendezvous in Multi-Robot Systems
R Parasuraman, J Kim, S Luo, BC MinIEEE Transactions on Cybernetics
- Cooperative exploration and networking while preserving collision avoidance
J KimIEEE transactions on cybernetics 47 (12), 4038-4048
- Target following and close monitoring using an unmanned surface vehicle
J KimIEEE Transactions on Systems, Man, and Cybernetics: Systems 50 (11), 4233-4242
- Motion control of multiple autonomous ships to approach a target without being detected
JKS KimInternational Journal of Advanced Robotic Systems 15 (2)
- Cooperative exploration and protection of a workspace assisted by information networks
J KimAnnals of Mathematics and Artificial Intelligence 70, 203-220
- Stealth path planning for a high speed torpedo-shaped autonomous underwater vehicle to approach a target ship
J Kim, S Kim, Y ChooCyber-Physical Systems 4 (1), 1-16
- Capturing intruders based on Voronoi diagrams assisted by information networks
J KimInternational Journal of Advanced Robotic Systems 14 (1), 1729881416682693