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Jiacheng GUO

guojia*******@gmail.com (+86) 183****3101 SCUT, Guangzhou, China
Address: D5f, South China University of Technology, 777 Xingye Avenue, Panyu, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China

Education

South China University of Technology (SCUT)
Sept. 2023 – Jun. 2027 (Expected)
Major: Integrated Circuit Design and Integrated System (B.Eng.) GPA: 88.6
Core Courses:
Verilog and FPGA Design (97) Electronic System Comprehensive Design (96) Microelectronics Device Reliability and Application Technology (96) Principles of Communications (95) RF Circuit Course Design (95) Analog Electronics (95) Digital Electronics (94) Computer Organization and Architecture (93)

Research and Project Experience

Low-Altitude Access Transmission Power Minimization Method Based on Rotatable Antennas (Patent Application Under Review)
Mar. 2026 – Present
Patent Application Wireless Communications
  • Proposed a rotatable-antenna-assisted downlink access framework for ground access points serving multiple low-altitude aerial terminals such as UAVs.
  • Built a 3D antenna boresight and Rician fading channel model with zenith/azimuth steering constraints, linking antenna orientation to effective directional gain.
  • Formulated transmit-power minimization under rate and steering constraints across RA-NOMA, RA-FDMA, and RA-TDMA schemes, deriving closed-form power expressions and PSO-based angle optimization.
Covert Communication System Transmission Rate Enhancement Method Based on Rotatable Antennas (Patent Application Under Review)
Oct. 2025 – Present
Patent Application Covert Communications
  • Developed a rotatable-antenna-based downlink covert communication framework to enhance legitimate-user transmission rate while limiting detectability by wardens.
  • Modeled 3D antenna steering, directional gain, and LoS channels for an Alice-Bob-Willies system, converting covert detection requirements into receive-power constraints.
  • Formulated a joint beamforming and antenna-angle optimization problem, then decomposed the nonconvex problem with alternating optimization, SOCP, and SCA-based convex approximation.
Digital Baseband Pulse Shaping and Inter-Symbol Interference Visualization Software (Software Copyright)
Jan. 2026 – May. 2026
Software Copyright Signal Processing
  • Developed a browser-based single-page visualization tool for pulse shaping, ISI analysis, and Nyquist-criterion teaching demonstrations.
  • Implemented interactive comparison of rectangular, sinc, raised-cosine, root-raised-cosine, Gaussian, and triangular pulses across time-domain and frequency-domain plots.
  • Designed controls for roll-off factor, symbol count, time span, display layers, and custom symbol sequences, with synchronized sampling-point, zero-crossing, and ISI-contribution views.
RISC-V-Based SpMM Vector Processor for GNN Acceleration
Mar. 2025 – Present
GNN Acceleration Computer Architecture
  • Designed a custom RISC-V-based vector processor specialized for sparse-matrix dense-matrix multiplication (SpMM) in graph neural network inference.
  • Defined tailored instructions, a 3-stage pipeline, and dedicated vector execution units to improve sparse compute efficiency.
  • Implemented an on-chip hierarchy with CSR-based sparse handling and fixed-row caching to improve locality and reduce redundant memory accesses.
Intelligent Rotatable Antenna System Design
Jan. 2026 – Feb. 2026
Embedded Systems UWB Positioning
  • Built a dual-axis gimbal-based steerable antenna prototype on RT-Thread/STM32H7, using UWB positioning for real-time tracking and beam steering.
  • Derived a spherical coordinate transformation algorithm to compensate UWB-to-gimbal spatial offsets, with dead-zone protection and singularity handling for robust control.
PLL-Based FM Transceiver System Design
Sept. 2025
RF System PLL
  • Designed and implemented a complete 36.0 MHz FM audio communication link with a PLL-based transmitter and PLL-based receiver.
  • Engineered and debugged the SMD transmitter PCB integrating VCO, phase detector, and divider; designed a 7th-order Butterworth LPF in Filter Solution and Multisim.
  • Validated the full link with spectrum analyzers and oscilloscopes, achieving 3 mVpp receiver sensitivity and 20 Hz to 50 kHz demodulation bandwidth.
AddingCPU Verilog CPU Design and Simulation Project
May. 2025
Verilog Digital Design
  • Designed and coded an 8-bit Von Neumann CPU with modular datapath blocks (IR, PC, AC, ALU) and an FSM-based controller for LOAD, STORE, ADD, and JUMP instructions.
  • Constructed an automated, clock-driven testbench with file-based memory emulation, validating the full fetch-decode-execute cycle.
555 Timer IC Design and Simulation
Mar. 2025 – May. 2025
Cadence Analog IC Design
  • Designed and simulated a high-performance 555 timer IC with Darlington-pair comparators to improve input sensitivity, switching speed, and common-mode range.
  • Completed pre- and post-layout simulations in Cadence, validating frequency tunability, static power below 10 mW at 6 V, and less than 3% drift from -40 C to 85 C.
  • Collaborated on schematic and layout optimization, combining DRC automation with manual checks to resolve parasitic and signal-integrity issues.
Automatic Gain Control (AGC) Amplifier Design
Mar. 2025
Analog Circuit Multisim
  • Designed an automatic gain-switching op-amp amplifier for 1 kHz sinusoidal inputs (0 to 4 Vpp), using peak detection and LM339 comparators to drive CD4066 feedback switching.
  • Completed Multisim simulation and compact perfboard implementation, achieving gain accuracy within 2% across the operating range.
  • Authored a system user manual and troubleshooting guide covering thresholds, measurement protocols, and fault diagnosis.
Social Innovation for Sustainable Development Project (Hanyang University, South Korea)
Feb. 2025
International Program Leadership
  • Explored how technological innovation drives social and economic development through global case studies.
  • Strengthened cross-cultural teamwork and leadership through multinational collaboration.
Comprehensive Study on Underwater Image Enhancement
Nov. 2024
Machine Learning Computer Vision
  • Classified underwater images with SVM and enhanced them through model-based restoration techniques.
  • Analyzed turbidity and blur effects, then optimized degradation models for diverse underwater conditions.
  • Evaluated outcomes using PSNR, UCIQE, and UIQM, and co-authored a paper on the findings.
Multi-Energy Relay Vehicle Design Project
Oct. 2024
Mechatronics Embedded Control
  • Led the design of four relay vehicles and introduced a left-to-right alternating trigger system using ultrasonic sensors to reduce cost and improve efficiency.
  • Proposed a framework powered by mixed energy sources such as solar and wind within strict budget limits.
  • Debugged hardware and control code to resolve motor failures and track-deviation issues.
Practical Bench Dragon Motion Optimization Research
Sept. 2024
Mathematical Modeling Motion Planning
  • Built mathematical models to analyze and enhance the spiral motion of a Bench Dragon for live performance constraints.
  • Optimized turning paths with iterative techniques for smoother, more coordinated motion in confined spaces.
Practical Engineering Innovation Project
Aug. 2024 – Sept. 2024
Rapid Prototyping VR and AI
  • Applied 3D printing and laser cutting to produce functional prototypes such as a phone stand and complex design models.
  • Built practical VR and AI solutions, including a playable magic-combat game and iterative AI optimization.
  • Helped teammates solve manufacturing issues by tuning laser settings and process parameters to reduce defects.
Urban Big Data Analysis and Application Project (The Chinese University of Hong Kong)
Jul. 2024 – Aug. 2024
Data Analytics Urban Mobility
  • Analyzed large urban datasets and explored data-driven applications in urban planning and mobility using computational tools and open data platforms.
  • Delivered a group presentation on geospatial data solutions for urban resilience.
Ornithopter System Development Project
Sept. 2023 – Nov. 2023
RC Control Solar Integration
  • Designed and implemented a full remote-control system for an ornithopter with a custom joystick control algorithm and solar power integration.
  • Modeled and 3D-printed custom components while coordinating with teammates to satisfy strict design constraints.

Honors and Awards

2025 National College Students Embedded Chip and System Design Competition - FPGA Innovation Design Track (Finals) National | Third Prize
2025 National Undergraduate Statistics Science and Algorithm Programming Challenge - Data Statistics Track National | Second Prize
2025 Yue Duzhe Cup Youth Literature Competition National | First Prize
2024 Asia and Pacific Mathematical Contest in Modeling International | Second Prize
2024 Contemporary Undergraduate Mathematical Contest in Modeling National | Honorable Mention
2024 Shenzhen Cup Mathematical Modeling Challenge Provincial | First Prize
2025 Guangdong Provincial Annual Campus Media Award Provincial
2024 Greater Bay Area Cup Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Financial Mathematical Modeling Competition Provincial | Honorable Mention
2024 First-Tier Star Volunteer Service Award (One-Star Volunteer) Provincial
2025 SCUT Merit Student (Sanhao Student) University
2025 South China University of Technology Scholarship University | Third Prize
2025 EVE Energy Co., Ltd. Scholarship University
2024 Hongping Changqing Student Tech-Innovation Scholarship University | Second Prize
2024 SCUT Outstanding Contribution Award University
2024 SCUT Excellent Contribution Award University
2024 SCUT Innovation Contribution Award University
2024 Multi-Energy Vehicle Relay Race University | Second Prize

Extracurricular Activities

Student Press Corps of South China University of Technology
Intern Reporter (Apr. 2025 – Aug. 2025); Reporter (Sept. 2025 – Present).
Apr. 2025 – Present
3rd Student Representative Assembly of Mingcheng College
Student Representative.
Dec. 2025 – Present
Tuxun Society
Co-founder and Vice President; organized a student society for geography enthusiasts.
Aug. 2024 – Present
Two-Star Volunteer Service Certification
Recognized as a two-star volunteer for completing more than 500 hours of volunteer service.
May. 2026 – Present
44th Student Representative Assembly of SCUT
Student Representative from Mingcheng College.
Mar. 2025 – Mar. 2026
2nd Student Representative Assembly of Mingcheng College
Head of the Representative Delegation.
Dec. 2024 – Dec. 2025
Student Community Management Committee
Committee Member, Public Welfare and Rights Mediation Department.
Oct. 2024 – Sept. 2025
Mountain Climbing Outdoor Sports Level II Certification
Certified by the China Mountaineering Association.
Jan. 2025 – Present
Cantonese Language Society
Member, promoted protection, preservation, and diversity of languages.
Oct. 2023 – Present
Cantonese Language Cultural Promotion Activities
Organizer; ran and supported campus language-promotion events.
Oct. 2024
Mingcheng College Grassland Music Festival
Organizer; contributed to planning and event operations.
Sept. 2024
1st Student Representative Assembly of Mingcheng College
Student Representative.
Dec. 2023 – Dec. 2024
English Speech Event
Team Leader; delivered a speech on gender equality for International Women's Day.
Mar. 2024

Skills and Interests

Software and Tools
Cadence Vivado Quartus II NI Multisim Office CapCut
Coding Skills
Verilog Python MATLAB C++
Languages
Mandarin (Native) Cantonese (Second Native) English (Working Proficiency)
Volunteering
Mingcheng College Open Day Student Ambassador Admissions Office Outreach Student Ambassador Local Community Aid Distribution Volunteer
Interests
Electronic Keyboard Go (Weiqi) Chinese Chess (Xiangqi) Gomoku Badminton Photography Mountaineering Traveling