Yutong Li

I am currently working at RobotFlow lab. My MS was completed at the Shanghai Jiao Tong University under the supervision of Prof. Cewu Lu and guidance of Dr. Wenqiang Xu.

Research Interests

I am committed to building complex robotic systems with integrated hardware and software to help humans work and live better. My main research interests are:

• Sensor Systems: I developped a MarkIt when I was taking my Master’s. In Capturing forceful interaction with deformable objects using a deep learning-powered stretchable tactile array, a paper accepted by Nature Communication, we proposed a tactile glove with pressure sensing. Currently, I am building a modular wireless IMU-based motion capture glove.
• Robot Learning: I learned about all aspects of robotics learning while developping the bi-hand garment manipulation system UniFolding: Towards Sample-efficient, Scalable, and Generalizable Robotic Garment Folding (presented at CoRL2023).

Also, I have a deep interest in the following areas：

• Computer Vision: Not only do I have extensive knowledge of traditional image and video processing algorithms, but I am also very familiar with 3D vision algorithms, multi-angle point cloud reconstruction depth cameras.
• Simulation: I have experience with simulators such as PyBullet, Issaclab and have contributed to pyrfuniverse.
• HPC & Networking: I am interested in building intelligent data centers and server clusters, having been involved in Towards an energy-efficient Data Center Network based on deep reinforcement learning.

Strengths

I completed my undergraduate and graduate studies at SJTU ParisTech Elite Institute, a Sino-French cooperative program that features a solid and rich engineering curriculum. Here are some of my skills:

Programming. I specialize in multiple programming languages, including:

• Expert Level: C/C++, Python and Golang.
• Advanced Level: Shell, GIT, CMake, Makefile, MATLAB, Shell and Dockerifle.
• Intermediate Level: JavaScript and CUDA.
• Beginner Level: Verilog.

Embedded Development. I have ample experience in the field of embedded development.

• Platforms: FreeRTOS (ESP32, STM32, Arduino) and Linux (RK Series, Raspberry Pis).
• Peripherals: SPI, I2C, UART, PWM/ADC, I2C and BNO IMUs.
• Communication: BLE, WLAN, 802.15.4, Ethernet and 6LoWPAN.
• Network Protocols: TCP/UDP, HTTP, gRPC, WebSocket, MQTT, CoAP, BGP, OSPF and TUN.
• Applications: AHRS, Video Capture and IoT.

Robot Development. The main skills I have acquired in the field of robotics development can be categorized into these sections:

• ROS: I have experience in developing packages related to ROS1/ROS2 systems,
• Robots: I have used multiple robot systems, including Franka Panda, Flexiv Rizon, and the UR series.
• Motion Capture: I have developed Data Acquisition Programs based on OptiTrack.
• TSN: I have extensive experience in sensor time synchronization and simultaneous data recording.
• Simulation: I have used simulators such as IssacLab, PyBullet and RFUniverse.
• Visualization: I am familiar with Open3D and ImGUI.
• Planning: I have experience in using MoveIt.
• Mechanical Design: I am proficient in designing parts using Solidworks and SketchUp.

Information Engineering. My personal hobbies include assembling server clusters and maintaining weak power systems. I have worked as a cluster administrator in my colleges and my labs. I am skilled in:

• Server Maintenance: Debian/Ubuntu/RedHat and Windows Server.
• Virtualized Computing: QEMU, Proxmox, VMWare and Hyper-V.
• Storage Systems: CIFS, NFS, S3-like, ISCSI, GlusterFS and Ceph.
• Kubernetes: I am ready to be certified as a Certified Kubernetes Administrator.
• Parallel Computing: MPI, Hadoop and DeepSpeed.
• Networking: BGP, OSPF, VXLAN, Wireguard and ZTNA.
• Miscellaneous: I can assemble PC, servers, setup network switches and wire ethernet cables.

Creation. Finally, these are some of my creative skills:

• Video Editing: I have experience with Adobe Premiere, DaVinci Resolve and FCPX.
• Poster Design: I am familiar with Adobe Illustrator and InDesign.
• Photo Editing: I have experience with Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom.
• Photagraphy: Familiar with Canon EOS and Sony Alpha series.
• Computer Graphics: I have experience with Blender and VRAY.
• Machining: I have experience with woodwork, metalwork, and soldering.