Linlin Tan

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Linlin Tan is a researcher specializing in wireless power transfer and dynamic charging systems, with a particular focus on practical applications in robotics and automated infrastructure. Their most influential work centers on developing innovative wireless charging solutions for inspection robots operating in demanding environments such as electrical substations, where conventional contact-based charging methods present significant operational challenges. Tan's most notable contribution, published in 2017 and garnering 86 citations, introduced a dynamic wireless charging system featuring a decentralized energy pickup structure — a landmark advancement that addressed critical limitations including frequent charging interruptions, mechanically complex interfaces, and restricted battery capacity. This work demonstrated a sophisticated integration of energy pickup device design with intelligent positioning strategies, enabling robots to charge continuously while in motion. Building on this foundation, Tan's 2018 work further refined dynamic wireless charging by exploring asymmetric transceiver configurations with short-segmented transmitting coils, tackling power stabilization challenges that arise when symmetric designs prove insufficient for real-world deployment. Together, these contributions reflect Tan's commitment to bridging theoretical wireless power transfer principles with robust, field-ready engineering solutions, making a meaningful impact on the autonomy and reliability of industrial inspection robotics.