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Jaeha Yang is a rising force in the field of wearable robotics and humanoid locomotion, specializing in the design of compact, high-performance actuation systems. His research bridges the gap between bio-inspired design and practical engineering, aiming to make assistive robots lighter, more efficient, and more accessible. Yang’s most impactful work includes the development of a quasi-direct drive actuator with an embedded pulley for exosuits, achieving a compact, lightweight, and high-bandwidth design that addresses critical limitations in control performance and bulkiness. He has also advanced energy efficiency in humanoid robots by optimizing hip joint offsets using the Taguchi method, drawing inspiration from biological patterns to reduce power consumption. Additionally, his work on ankle exosuits introduces a simpler, lighter paradigm based on bio-inspired gait patterns, enhancing usability for daily walking assistance. With over 14 citations across his top papers, Yang’s contributions are gaining recognition for their practical impact on soft wearable robotics. His research not only pushes the boundaries of actuator design but also paves the way for widespread adoption of exosuits in rehabilitation and mobility assistance.