The International Academic Forum for Non-exposed Space was successfully held at the Hong Kong Polytechnic University on 9th December 2023.
Prof. Wu CHEN, Professor and Head of the Department of LSGI, and Mr. Di ZHANG, CEO of Quantutong Location Network Co., Ltd., officially signed the Letter of Intent for Satellite Launch Cooperation. This collaborative effort aims to contribute to the development of smart cities.
Our keynote speaker, Prof. Chong CAO, Director of the Global New Space-time Information Technology Research Institute, delivered a presentation on the topic "Beidou new space-time enabling digital economy research".
Our keynote speaker, Prof. Quande ZHANG, Chief Engineer of China Satellite Navigation and Positioning Association, delivered a presentation on the topic “Application of Beidou in urban intelligent transportation construction”.
Our keynote speaker, Prof. Xiaoli Ding, Chair Professor of Geomatics Director Research Institute for Land and Space, delivered a presentation on the topic “Utilization of Underground Space in Hong Kong and Future Potentials”.
The International Academic Forum for Non-Exposed Space, jointly organized by the Department of Land Surveying and Geo-Informatics (LSGI), Research Institute for Land and Space (RILS), and Quantutong Location Network Co., Ltd. (referred to as "Quantutong"), was successfully held on 9th December at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University. The event was a resounding success, attracting more than 100 experts, scholars, and industry representatives from Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Hong Kong, to exchange the latest achievements and explore future directions in the field of non-exposed space.
The forum served as an interdisciplinary and innovative academic platform, bringing together professionals to explore the application and development of indoor and outdoor PNT (Positioning, Navigation, and Timing) technologies for the benefit of urban environments and society. The event also showcased a collaboration between PolyU and Quantutong, demonstrating a commitment to leveraging advanced technologies and expertise to address the challenges and opportunities in building smart cities.
In the opening session, Associate Professor SUN Hongxing from Wuhan University presented on the principles, applications, and development of mobile laser scanning systems. Mr. REN Weijia, Chief Technology Officer of Changsha Tianyi Research Institute, shared the practical applications of Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) remote sensing in commercial contexts.
Furthermore, the event featured a total of ten experts who delivered insightful speeches. Notably, Mr. ZHANG Di, the founder of the forum, shared his expertise on the capabilities and potential applications of multimode Ultra-Wideband (UWB) technology. Professor XU Tianhe from Shandong University also presented on resilient fusion technology of multi-source PNT in complex urban environments. All experts provided diverse perspectives and valuable knowledge, enriching the discussions and enhancing the overall quality of the forum.
One of the highlights of the event was signing ceremony between PolyU and Quantutong for the "Commercial Satellite Launch Cooperation" memorandum of understanding. This partnership seeks to advance the integrated development of commercial satellite communication, navigation, and remote sensing. Specifically, the collaboration aims to apply mainland China's advanced management experiences, including panoramic navigation, rail transportation, and UWB technology, to various scenarios in Hong Kong. This includes implementing these technologies in the city's subway systems, airport, gas and water services, with the ultimate goal of contributing to the establishment of a smart city.
During the forum, the highly anticipated "Non-Exposed Space UWB Technology Blue Book" was officially released. This publication provides a thorough analysis of UWB technology and its industrial development. It offers comprehensive insights into the latest technology trends, application scenarios, innovative application cases, and future prospects for industrial growth.
It is important to note that the term "non-exposed space" was initially defined by Academician Yang Yuanxi during the first "Beidou Salon" conference. With the guidance of Academician Sun Jiadong and the support of other academicians, the "Beidou Salon" was officially renamed as the "Non-Exposed Space Academic Forum." This renaming reflects the forum's focus on exploring the potential and advancements in non-exposed space technologies.
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