Sustainable Human-AI INteractions and Ergonomics Group

2026

• Zhang, Z., Feng, S., Yang, T., Huang, R., Wang, H., Wang, F., & Li, F*. (2026). AviationCopilot: Building a reliable LLM-based Aviation Copilot inspired by human pilot training. Advanced Engineering Informatics, 69, 103806. (SCI Q1, IF=9.9, Engineering, Multidisciplinary: 4/175)

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2025​

• Lyu, M., & Li, F*. (2025). Do you need help? Identifying and responding to pilots’ troubleshooting through eye-tracking and Large Language Model. International Journal of Human-Computer Studies, 103617. (SCI Q1, IF=5.1, Ergonomics: 3/24)

• LI, Z., Li, F*. Xu, G., Li, D. (2025). Beyond the Gaze: Peripheral Vision-Aware Visual Detection Failures Recognition through LLM-Based Fixation Coordinate-Sensitive Analysis. IEEE Transactions on Intelligent Transportation Systems. (IF: 8.4, Q1, ENGINEERING, CIVIL, 5/183)

• Liu, Q., Song, P., & Li, F*. (2025). Exploring the dynamic determinants of general aviation accidents across flight phases and time: A random parameter bivariate probit approach with heterogeneity in means. Analytic Methods in Accident Research, 100386. (IF: 12.6, Q1, PUBLIC, ENVIRONMENTAL & OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH, 10/419)

• Li, Z., Li, F.*, & Lyu, M. (2025). Tracking the Unseen and Unaware: Deciphering Controllers’ Detection Failures to Warnings Through Eye-Tracking Metrics. International Journal of Human–Computer Interaction, 1-20. (IF: 4.9, Q1, COMPUTER SCIENCE, CYBERNETICS, 6/31)

• Lee, Y. C., & Li, F.* (2025). Multidimensional foot measurements-based sex estimation for Taiwanese population in foot length overlapping interval. Australian Journal of Forensic Sciences, 57(1), 87-101. ( IF: 1.1, Q4, MEDICINE, LEGAL, 17/22)

• Li, Q., Ng, K. K., Simon, C. M., Yiu, C. Y., Li, F., & Chan, F. T. (2025). Using EEG and eye-tracking as indicators to investigate situation awareness variation during flight monitoring in air traffic control system. The Journal of Navigation, 1-22. (IF: 2.3, Q2, ENGINEERING, MARINE, 8/25)

• Liu, Q., Li, F.*, Ng, K. K., Han, J., & Feng, S. (2025). Accident investigation via LLMs reasoning: HFACS-guided Chain-of-Thoughts enhance general aviation safety. Expert Systems with Applications, 269, 126422. (IF: 7.5, Q1, OPERATIONS RESEARCH & MANAGEMENT SCIENCE, 7/106)

• Li, F., Han, S., Lee, C. H., Feng, S., Jiang, Z., & Sun, Z. (2025). A new era in human factors engineering: A survey of the applications and prospects of large multimodal models. International Journal of Human–Computer Interaction, 1-14. (IF: 4.9, Q1, COMPUTER SCIENCE, CYBERNETICS, 6/31)

• Zhang, Z., Li, D., Sun, Y., Lee, C. H., Feng, S., & Li, F. (2025). How Do We Team Up? Human-Machine Co-driving Style Assessment Through Visual Dynamic Analysis and Vision-Language Model. In International Conference on Human-Computer Interaction (pp. 287-304). Springer, Cham.

• Qiao, H., Feng, S., Zhou, M., Li, W., & Li, F. (2025, May). Hyperbolic Multi-semantic Transition for Next POI Recommendation. In Companion Proceedings of the ACM on Web Conference 2025 (pp. 1830-1837).
   

 

​2024​

•  Lee, C. H., Li, F.*, Chiu, M. C., Trappey, A., Huang, E., & Koomsap, P. (2024). Connecting humans and machines: Deep integration of advanced HCI in intelligent engineering. Advanced Engineering Informatics, 62, 102824. (IF: 9.9, Q1, COMPUTER SCIENCE, ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE, 18/204)

• Zhang, Y., Li, F.*, & Chang, D. (2024). VR rehabilitation system evaluator: A fNIRS-based and LLM-enabled evaluation paradigm for Mild Cognitive Impairment. Advanced Engineering Informatics, 62, 102734. (IF: 9.9, Q1, COMPUTER SCIENCE, ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE, 18/204)

• Lyu, M., Li, F.*, Lee, C. H., & Chen, C. H. (2024). VALIO: Visual attention-based linear temporal logic method for explainable out-of-the-loop identification. Knowledge-Based Systems, 299, 112086. (IF: 7.6, Q1, COMPUTER SCIENCE, ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE, 26/204)

• Lyu, M., Li, F.*, Qu, X., & Li, Q. (2024). Flashlight model: Integrating attention distribution and attention resources for pilots’ visual behaviour analysis and performance prediction. International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, 103, 103630. (IF: 3.0, Q2, ERGONOMICS, 12/24)

•  Liu, Q., Li, F.*, & Ng, K. K. (2024). Unveiling the determinants of injury severities across age groups and time: A deep dive into the unobserved heterogeneity among pedestrian crashes. Analytic Methods in Accident Research, 43, 100336. (IF: 12.6, Q1, PUBLIC, ENVIRONMENTAL & OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH, 10/419)

• Trappey, A. J., Li, F., Lee, C. H., Mo, J. P., Stjepandic, J., & Jiao, R. (2024). How to manage and balance uncertainty by transdisciplinary engineering methods focusing on digital transformations of complex systems. Advanced Engineering Informatics, 59, 102330. (IF: 9.9, Q1, COMPUTER SCIENCE, ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE, 18/204)

• Li, Z., Li, R., Yuan, L., Cui, J., & Li, F*. (2024). A benchmarking framework for eye-tracking-based vigilance prediction of vessel traffic controllers. Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence, 129, 107660. (IF: 8.0, Q1, COMPUTER SCIENCE, ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE, 25/204)

• Li, F., Chen, C. H., Liu, Y., Chang, D., Cui, J., & Sourina, O. (2024). Autoencoder-enabled eye-tracking data analytics for objective assessment of user preference in humanoid robot appearance design. Expert Systems with Applications, 249, 123857. (IF: 7.5, Q1, OPERATIONS RESEARCH & MANAGEMENT SCIENCE, 7/106）​

• Zhang, X., Feng, S., Ma, J., Lin, H., Li, X., Ye, Y., Li, F., & Ong, Y. S. (2024, August). Frnet: Frequency-based rotation network for long-term time series forecasting. In Proceedings of the 30th ACM SIGKDD Conference on Knowledge Discovery and Data Mining (pp. 3586-3597).

• Feng, S., Lyu, H., Li, F., Sun, Z., & Chen, C. (2024, June). Where to move next: Zero-shot generalization of llms for next poi recommendation. In 2024 IEEE Conference on Artificial Intelligence (CAI) (pp. 1530-1535). IEEE.

• Jiang, Z., Peng, H., Feng, S., Li, F., & Li, D. (2024, August). LLMs can find mathematical reasoning mistakes by pedagogical chain-of-thought. In Proceedings of the Thirty-Third International Joint Conference on Artificial Intelligence (pp. 3439-3447).

 

2023​

• Trapsilawati, F., Li, F., & Yisi, L. (2023). Ergonomics Considerations in Air Traffic Conflict Detection and Resolution. Ergonomics, 14(4). (IF: 2.4, Q2, PSYCHOLOGY, 38/93)​

• Lyu, M., Li, F.*, Xu, G., & Han, S. (2023). Leveraging eye-tracking technologies to promote aviation safety-A review of key aspects, challenges, and future perspectives. Safety Science, 168, 106295. (JCR Q1, IF=6.1, SCI). (IF: 5.4, Q1, OPERATIONS RESEARCH & MANAGEMENT SCIENCE, 15/106)

• Chang, D., Li, F.*, Xue, J., & Zhang, L. (2023). A TRIZ-inspired knowledge-driven approach for user-centric smart product-service system: A case study on intelligent test tube rack design. Advanced Engineering Informatics, 56, 101901. (JCR Q1, IF=8.8, SCI). (IF: 9.9, Q1, COMPUTER SCIENCE, ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE, 18/204)

•  Lee, C. H., Wang, C., Fan, X., Li, F.*, & Chen, C. H. (2023). Artificial intelligence-enabled digital transformation in elderly healthcare field: Scoping review. Advanced Engineering Informatics, 55, 101874. (IF: 9.9, Q1, COMPUTER SCIENCE, ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE, 18/204)

• Han, S., Li, F., Wang, T., Zhang, Y., & Liu, Q. (2023, October). Assessment of the Crew On-Duty Status Based on the Dynamic Probabilistic Risk Platform. In Proceedings of the AAAI Symposium Series (Vol. 1, No. 1, pp. 73-79).

• Li, F., Chen, C., Sourina, O., Xu, G., & Han, S. (2023, September). A Hierarchical Task Network-Based Approach to Generating Generic Tasks for Interface Usability Evaluation. In International Conference on Man-Machine-Environment System Engineering (pp. 435-442). Singapore: Springer Nature Singapore.

• Li, Z., Li, Z., & Li, F. (2023, July). Visual Attention Analytics for Individual Perception Differences and Task Load-Induced Inattentional Blindness. In International Conference on Human-Computer Interaction (pp. 71-83). Cham: Springer Nature Switzerland.

• Gilani, F., Wang, C., Li, F., & Lee, C. H. (2023). Exploring User Perceptions for Experiencing Museum Online Virtual Exhibitions From a User-centered Usability Perspective. In Transdisciplinary Engineering 2023.

• Lyu, M., Li, F., & Lee, C. H. (2023). The effects of Adaptive Automation on pilots’ flight control performance and visual attention distribution. In Transdisciplinary Engineering 2023.

• Liu, Q., Li, F., Lee, C. H., & Han, S. (2023). Group Dynamics and Air Traffic Controllers’ Safety Behaviors: Self-efficacy as A Mediator. In Transdisciplinary Engineering 2023.

• Younes, R., Wang, C., Lee, C. H., Li, F., & Yang, S. R. (2023). A New Customer Complaint Handling Process Redesign for Five-axis Machinery Solution Sales and Delivery in Aviation Manufacturing Industry. In Transdisciplinary Engineering 2023.

• Lee, C. H., Wang, C., & Li, F. (2023). Kano-based Design For B-to-B Customized Product Configuration Service. In Transdisciplinary Engineering 2023.

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2022​

• Li, F., Chen, C. H., Lee, C. H., & Feng, S. (2022). Artificial intelligence-enabled non-intrusive vigilance assessment approach to reducing traffic controller’s human errors. Knowledge-Based Systems, 108047. (JCR Q1, IF=8.139, SCI)

• Li, F., Trappey, A. J., Lee, C. H., & Li, L. (2022). Immersive technology-enabled digital transformation in transportation fields: A literature overview. Expert Systems with Applications, 202, 117459. (JCR Q1, IF=8.665, SCI)

• Chang, D., Xiang, Y., Zhao, J., Qian, Y., & Li, F*. (2022). Exploration of Brain-Computer Interaction for Supporting Children’s Attention Training: A Multimodal Design Based on Attention Network and Gamification Design. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 19(22), 15046.

• Lee, C. H., Li, L., Li, F.*, & Chen, C. H. (2022). Requirement-driven evolution and strategy-enabled service design for new customized quick-response product order fulfillment process. Technological Forecasting and Social Change, 176, 121464. (JCR Q1, IF=12, SCI)

• Khoo, N. H. L., Li, F., Chen, C. H., Liu, Y., Trapsilawati, F., & Sourina, O. (2022). Attention Distribution and Decision-Making in the Process of Robot’s Appearance Design and Selection. In International Conference on Human-Computer Interaction (pp. 535-544). Springer, Cham.

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2021

• Feng, S., Chen, L., Zhao, K., Wei, W., Li, F., Shang, S. Node2LV: Squared Lorentzian Representations for Node Proximity. In 2021 IEEE 37th International Conference on Data Engineering. (ICDE-2021, CORE-A*, CCF-A)

• Tschoerner, B., Li, F., Lan, Z., Liu, Y., Lim, W. L., Cui, J., ... & Mueller-Wittig, W. (2021). Human factors evaluation in VR-based shunting training. The Visual Computer, 37(12), 3063-3076. (IF=2.835, SCI)

• Cui, J., Lan, Z., Liu, Y., Li, R., Li, F., Sourina, O., & Müller-Wittig, W. (2021). A compact and interpretable convolutional neural network for cross-subject driver drowsiness detection from single-channel EEG. Methods. (JCR Q1, IF=4.8, SCI)

• Duan, J., & Li, F.*, (2021). Transient heat transfer analysis of phase change material melting in metal foam by experimental study and artificial neural network. Journal of Energy Storage, 33, 102160. (JCR Q1, IF=8.907, SCI)​

• Li, F., Xu, G., & Feng, S. (2021). Eye Tracking Analytics for Mental States Assessment–A Review. In 2021 IEEE International Conference on Systems, Man, and Cybernetics (SMC) (pp. 2266-2271). IEEE.

• Li, F., Liu, Y., Xu, G., Cui, J., Chen, C. H., Sourina, O., ... & Mueller-Wittig, W. (2021). Usability Evaluation of Hybrid 2D-3D Visualization Tools in Basic Air Traffic Control Operations. In 2021 IEEE International Conference on Systems, Man, and Cybernetics (SMC) (pp. 3367-3372). IEEE.

• Li, F., Lee, C. H., Feng, S., Trappey, A., & Gilani, F. (2021, May). Prospective on Eye-Tracking-based Studies in Immersive Virtual Reality. In 2021 IEEE 24th International Conference on Computer Supported Cooperative Work in Design (CSCWD) (pp. 861-866). IEEE.

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2020

• Feng. S., Tran, L.V., Cong, G., Chen, L., Li, J., Li, F. HME: A hyperbolic metric embedding approach for next-poi recommendation.In Proceedings of the 43rd International ACM SIGIR Conference on Research and Development in Information Retrieval. (SIGIR-2020, CORE-A*, CCF-A)

• Li, F., Chen, C. H., Zheng, P., Feng, S., Xu, G., & Khoo, L. P. (2020). An explorative context-aware machine learning approach to reducing human fatigue risk of traffic control operators. Safety Science, 125, 104655. (JCR Q1, IF=6.1, SCI)

• Li, F., Chen, C. H., Khoo, L. P., & Xu. G. (2020), Hierarchical Eye-Tracking Data Analytics for Human Fatigue Detection at a Traffic Control Center, IEEE Transactions on human machine system. (SJR Q1, IF=4.124, SCI)

• Li, F., Katsumata, S., Lee, C.H., Ye, Q., Dahana, W.D., Tu, R., & Li, X., (2020). Autoencoder-enabled Potential Buyer Identification and Purchase Intention Model of Vacation Homes. IEEE Access. (JCR Q1, IF=3.9, SCI)

• Li, F., Chen, C. H., Xu, G., Chang, D., & Khoo, L. P. (2020) Causal Factors and Symptoms of Task-Related Human Fatigue in Vessel Traffic Service: A Task-Driven Approach, The Journal of Navigation. (JCR Q2, IF=2.647, SCI)

• Xu, G., Chen, C. H., Li, F.*, & Qiu, X. (2020), AIS Data Analytics for Adaptive Rotating Shift in Vessel Traffic Service, Industrial Management & Data Systems. (JCR Q1, IF=4.83, SCI)

• Li F., Chang D., Liu Y., Cui J., Feng S., Huang H., Chen C.H., and Sourina O. (2020) Evaluation of Humanoid Robot Design based on Global Eye-tracking Metrics. In: The 27th International Conference on Transdisciplinary Engineering (TE2020, SCI).

• Shanshan Feng, Lucas Vinh Tran, Gao Cong, Lisi Chen, Jing Li and Fan Li. (2020). HME: A Hyperbolic Metric Embedding Approach for Next-POI Recommendation. 43rd International ACM SIGIR Conference on Research and Development in Information Retrieval, Xi’an.

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2019

• Chang, D., Gu, Z., Li, F., & Jiang, R. (2019). A user-centric smart product-service system development approach: A case study on medication management for the elderly. Advanced Engineering Informatics, 42, 100979. (JCR Q1, IF=8.8, SCI)

• Li, F., Lee, C. H., Chen, C. H., & Khoo, L. P. (2019). Hybrid data-driven vigilance model in traffic control center using eye-tracking data and context data. Advanced Engineering Informatics, 42, 100940. (JCR Q1, IF=8.8, SCI)

• Li, F., Chen, C. H., Xu, G., Khoo, L. P., & Liu, Y. (2019). Proactive mental fatigue detection of traffic control operators using bagged trees and gaze-bin analysis. Advanced Engineering Informatics, 42, 100987. (JCR Q1, IF=8.8, SCI)

• Li, F., Chen, C. H., Lee, C. H., & Khoo, L. P. (2019). A User Requirement-driven Approach Incorporating TRIZ and QFD for Designing a Smart Vessel Alarm System to Reduce Alarm Fatigue. The Journal of Navigation, 1-21. (JCR Q2, IF=2.647, SCI)

• Lee, C. H., Chen, C. H., Lin, C. Y., Li, F.*, Zhao, X. J. (2019). Developing a quick response product configuration system under industry 4.0 based on customer requirement modelling and optimization method. Applied Science. 2019, 9(23), 5004. (JCR Q2, IF=2.838, SCI)

• Lee, C. H., Li, F.*, & Shie, A. J. (2019), Customized and Knowledge-centric Service Design Model Integrating Case-based Reasoning and TRIZ, Expert System with Applications. (JCR Q1, IF=8.665, SCI)