Hanyu Zhang

University of Washington

Master of Science in Technology Innovation · Robotics Track

Tsinghua University

Master’s in Data Science and Information Technology · GPA 4.0 / 4.0

Pervasive Human-Computer Interaction Laboratory

Hefei University of Technology

Bachelor of Architecture · Five-year program · GPA 87.02 / 100

Investigated how turn-level feedback reveals user-specific information value in multi-turn LLM discussions. CarryForward segments history into source-aligned semantic units and uses a personalized behavior–information-type matrix to propose retention decisions.

Designed source-linked review and correction interactions; explicit tier corrections update later predictions, and confirmed excerpts become part of subsequent model inputs.

Contributed to concept development, research framing, system and framework development, and user studies for a wrist-worn prototype that logs hand-held snack consumption at the bite level.

The pipeline combines wrist IMU sensing, a lightweight TCN, event-triggered capture, on-device image filtering, and agents for bite verification and dietary reporting. An eight-participant study provided preliminary feedback.

Notes Generator

Built a cognitive note-taking assistant with an intent inference engine for fragmented lecture and meeting notes. Modeled user context to infer needs such as knowledge completion, task initiation, and logical connections, using LLMs, RAG, and a Digital Human interface.

Designed and developed a smart mouse robot combining NLP-based sentiment recognition with motor-driven resistance, vibration, and directional nudges. Explored role-specific physical interventions for potential perpetrators, victims, and bystanders in online conflict.

Built a tennis-training prototype integrating a XIAO ESP32-S3, IMU, and microphone into a racket handle. Used Edge Impulse for DSP and real-time stroke classification, and connected sensing results to personalized coaching prompts.

Selected competitions

• 2026 Design Runner-Up, HRI Student Design Challenge
• 2024 First Prize, National Finals, National College Digital Art & Design Awards
• 2024 Second Prize, Milan Design Week exhibition finals
• 2024 First Prize, HFUT “Challenge Cup” Entrepreneurship Competition
• 2023 First Prize, Advanced Mapping and Product Information Modeling Competition
• 2023 Second Prize, Hong Kong Youth Design Award

Academic honors

More than 20 awards, including First-Class Academic Scholarships (2021–2023), University Merit Student Awards (2021–2022), and Outstanding Student Leader (2023).

Computing & AI

Python · C · SQL · Machine learning and statistical learning · DSP · AI-assisted development

Design & physical prototyping

Figma · Photoshop · InDesign · Rhino · Grasshopper · SketchUp · V-Ray · Blender · Unity · FDM 3D printing · Soldering · Arduino-based prototyping