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Hi, I am Yuexuan Li! You can also call me Kiara.

Currently working at Humanoid Robot Co., Ltd based in Shanghai. I graduated last year with a master’s degree from Columbia University. Right now, my research focuses on imitation learning. I’ve always been super passionate about robotics and love being part of this innovative field!

In this project, I explored the Visual Affordance method for visual robotic pack-and-place tasks. I implemented and trained a Visual Affordance model with manually labeled data and used rotated heightmaps, domain randomization, and self-supervision to improve the model's performance. We aimed to improve the model's grasp success rate on unseen novel objects.

During this project, I applied Solidworks and Python to design and create a legged robot, covering conceptual design, detailed design, simulation and modeling, digital manufacturing, electronics, and sensor design. I used a 3D printer to print the body of my robot and optimized the gait in simulation and reality by Python.

Smart Signs is an exciting project that addresses a common frustration for commuters - the uncertainty of public transportation. Our team has developed a solution that replaces static subway signs with dynamic Smart Screens that can be remotely updated in real-time to reflect track maintenance and delays.

Our team's project is an excellent example of the power of design thinking and collaboration. We identified an emerging human need and utilized new technology to create a product that addresses that need. We are proud to have made a solution that has the potential to improve the daily commute for countless individuals.