Zhanwei Liu
About Zhanwei Liu
Zhanwei Liu is a Sensor Systems Design Engineer currently employed at Nuro in Mountain View, California. He has extensive experience in 2D and 3D sensing technologies, particularly in Lidar and Camera systems, and holds advanced degrees in Physics and Applied Physics.
Work at Nuro
Zhanwei Liu has been employed at Nuro as a Sensor Systems Design Engineer since 2020. His role focuses on the development and integration of sensor systems, contributing to advancements in autonomous vehicle technology. Nuro, based in Mountain View, California, specializes in robotics and delivery services, aiming to enhance last-mile delivery solutions. Liu's expertise in 2D and 3D sensing technologies, particularly in Lidar and Camera systems, plays a crucial role in the company's mission to innovate in the field of autonomous delivery.
Previous Experience at Pony.ai
Before joining Nuro, Zhanwei Liu worked at Pony.ai as an Engineer for nine months in Fremont, California, from 2019 to 2020. During his tenure, he contributed to the development of autonomous driving technologies. Pony.ai focuses on creating self-driving solutions and Liu's engineering skills supported the company's objectives in advancing vehicle automation.
Education and Expertise
Zhanwei Liu holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Applied Physics from Cornell University, where he studied from 2012 to 2017. Prior to that, he earned a Master of Science (MS) in Physics from the University of Florida, completing his studies from 2009 to 2012. He also holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Optical Information Science and Technology from Nankai University, obtained from 2005 to 2009. Liu's academic background provides a strong foundation in ultrafast laser, adaptive optics, and nonlinear optics, complemented by his expertise in numerical simulation and programming.
Research Assistant Experience
Zhanwei Liu served as a Research Assistant at Cornell University from 2013 to 2017. In this role, he engaged in various research projects related to applied physics, contributing to advancements in optical science. His experience in a research-intensive environment allowed him to develop skills in experimental design and data analysis, further enhancing his technical capabilities in the field.
Technical Skills and Specializations
Zhanwei Liu possesses extensive expertise in 2D and 3D sensing technologies, with a particular focus on Lidar and Camera systems. He has accumulated eight years of experience in ultrafast laser, adaptive optics, and nonlinear optics. His strong skills in numerical simulation and programming are essential for conducting research and development in optical science, enabling him to contribute effectively to projects in sensor systems design.