Cheng‐Yi Lin

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Cheng-Yi Lin is a robotics researcher focused on autonomous systems for retail environments, particularly cashier-less convenience stores. His most-cited work, “The Autonomous Shopping-Guide Robot in Cashier-Less Convenience Stores” (2020, 8 citations), introduces a novel shopping cart robot designed to replace human employees by guiding customers through purchases in unstaffed stores. This contribution addresses a growing trend in retail automation, proposing a practical solution for navigation, item assistance, and checkout support. Lin’s research integrates robotics, human-robot interaction, and smart retail technologies, aiming to enhance customer experience while reducing operational costs. Though his citation count is modest, his work is notable for its forward-looking application to emerging store formats, such as Amazon’s cashier-less model. By designing a robot that autonomously guides shoppers, Lin demonstrates a clear vision for the future of retail, where robots seamlessly assist in everyday tasks. His contributions are valuable for researchers exploring service robotics, autonomous navigation, and the intersection of AI with consumer environments.