Leon Yilong Zhang
Logo Ph.D. candidate at Zhuhai Campus, Beijing Institute of Technology

I'm an interdisciplinary researcher working at the intersection of computational mechanics, artificial intelligence, and material design. I explore how physics-informed neural networks and topology optimization can be combined to create intelligent and multifunctional structures for advanced engineering applications.

In addition, I am also exploring the design of multifunctional intelligent metamaterials based on zero-energy modes. By introducing zero-energy modes into structure design, aiming to precisely control the elastic potential energy and deformation pathways, enabling the material to exhibit high tunability and adaptability under external stimuli.

Currently, I am seeking opportunities for joint Ph.D. training abroad and plan to pursue international research experiences before 2027. I am currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Solid Mechanics at the Laboratory of Wave Dynamics(Zhuhai, China), under the supervision of Prof. Gengkai Hu. Prior to this, I obtained a Master’s degree in Energy and Power Engineering from the School of Aerospace Engineering, Xiamen University. I am deeply grateful to my Master’s supervisors, Prof. Huageng Luo and Prof. Cunfu Wang, for their invaluable guidance and support during my graduate studies.


Education
  • Beijing Institute of Technology
    Beijing Institute of Technology
    Ph.D. in Solid Mechanics
    Upcoming student
  • Xiamen University
    Xiamen University
    M.Eng. in Energy and Power Engineering
    Sep. 2021 - Jul. 2024
  • Changchun University Of Technology
    Changchun University Of Technology
    B.Eng. in Mechanical Engineering
    Sep. 2017 - Jul. 2021
Experience
  • Lingyun 18
    Lingyun 18
    Assistant Engineer
    Jul. 2024 - Jun. 2025
Honors & Awards
  • Student Member, American Society of Mechanical Engineers
    Aug. 2022
News
2025
A paper I co-authored with Wang Chenxu on multi-objective optimization of shell–infill structures’ fundamental frequency and stiffness was accepted by Composite Structures today.
Jan 01
2024
Our article on density-penalty-based topology optimization for shell–infill composite structures was accepted by SMO today.
Aug 14
Today, I had the privilege of stepping through the doors of Lingyun 18. I look forward to its continued growth and success.
Jul 19
Today I officially graduated with my Master’s degree from the School of Aerospace Engineering at Xiamen University. I am deeply grateful to Prof. Huageng Luo and Prof. Cunfu Wang for their guidance over the past three years, and I wish CAMDDA continued success and growth.
Jun 25
I’m pleased to share that my article on inverse infill optimization for programmable Poisson’s-ratio metamaterials has been accepted in the Journal of Mechanical Design.
Jan 04
Selected Publications (view all )
Topology optimization of shell–infill structures for maximum stiffness and fundamental frequency

Chenxu Wang, Yilong Zhang, Wenyuan Yu, Shun Yang, Cunfu Wang#, Shikai Jing# (# corresponding author)

Accepted to Composite Structures, 2025

Topology optimization of shell–infill structures for maximum stiffness and fundamental frequency

Chenxu Wang, Yilong Zhang, Wenyuan Yu, Shun Yang, Cunfu Wang#, Shikai Jing# (# corresponding author)

Accepted to Composite Structures, 2025

Density penalty‑based interface identification in shell–infill topology optimization

Yilong Zhang, Chenxu Wang, Wenyuan Yu, Chunyan Zhang, Shikai Jing#, Cunfu Wang# (# corresponding author)

Accepted to SMO, 2024

Density penalty‑based interface identification in shell–infill topology optimization

Yilong Zhang, Chenxu Wang, Wenyuan Yu, Chunyan Zhang, Shikai Jing#, Cunfu Wang# (# corresponding author)

Accepted to SMO, 2024

Periodic Composite Function Based Approach for Designing Architected Materials With Programable Poisson’s Ratios
Periodic Composite Function Based Approach for Designing Architected Materials With Programable Poisson’s Ratios

Yilong Zhang, Bifa Chen, Yuxuan Du, Ye Qiao, Cunfu Wang# (# corresponding author)

Accepted to JMD, 2024

Periodic Composite Function Based Approach for Designing Architected Materials With Programable Poisson’s Ratios

Yilong Zhang, Bifa Chen, Yuxuan Du, Ye Qiao, Cunfu Wang# (# corresponding author)

Accepted to JMD, 2024

Periodic composite function-based designing of microstructures with programmable poisson's ratio
Periodic composite function-based designing of microstructures with programmable poisson's ratio

Yilong Zhang, Yuxuan Du, Ye Qiao, Shu Wang, Cunfu Wang# (# corresponding author)

Accepted to ASME IDETC, 2022

Periodic composite function-based designing of microstructures with programmable poisson's ratio

Yilong Zhang, Yuxuan Du, Ye Qiao, Shu Wang, Cunfu Wang# (# corresponding author)

Accepted to ASME IDETC, 2022

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