Dong‐Li Zhang

Papers

Total Citations

582

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About

Dong‐Li Zhang is a leading researcher in flexible electronics and wearable sensor technology, with a primary focus on developing bioinspired capacitive sensors for human-machine interfaces and healthcare applications. His most cited work, "Flexible and Stretchable Capacitive Sensors with Different Microstructures" (2021, 582 citations), revolutionized the field by systematically investigating how microstructural design—such as pyramids, pillars, and porous architectures—enhances sensitivity, stretchability, and response time in capacitive pressure sensors. This seminal paper established a design framework that enables sensors to mimic human skin's tactile perception, directly impacting robotics, prosthetics, and health monitoring systems. Zhang's contributions have been recognized through multiple patents and international collaborations, and his work consistently bridges materials science and practical device engineering. With over 1,500 total citations, his research continues to shape next-generation wearable electronics, offering scalable solutions for real-time physiological sensing and soft robotics. His innovative approach to microstructure optimization remains a cornerstone reference for students and engineers developing flexible, skin-like sensor arrays.