
Dr. Xu specializes in Artificial Intelligence in Geosciences, intelligent map synthesis, and spatial cognitive reasoning. His research centers on "Intelligent Geographic Elements and Representation," developing a comprehensive methodological framework that covers spatial object extraction, feature-associated fusion representation, and spatial data quality assessment. He developed xcSmartMap, a thematic mapping software integrating Large Language Models (LLMs) and Multi-Agent systems, which is currently applied in urban planning and emergency management.