Sang Quang Nguyen
Papers
7
Total Citations
96
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About
Sang Quang Nguyen is a robotics and mechatronics researcher whose work has made significant contributions to the field of bio-inspired underwater robotics, particularly in the design and optimization of fish robots powered by advanced smart actuators. His most influential research centers on the development of fish robots driven by piezoceramic and piezocomposite actuators, exploring how lightweight, gear-free actuation mechanisms can improve swimming performance, thrust generation, and maneuverability in biomimetic aquatic systems. His 2009 paper on piezoceramic-driven fish robots has garnered 40 citations, while a 2010 follow-up demonstrating a redesigned model with a 30% reduced cross-section earned 31 citations, reflecting sustained interest from the robotics community in his innovative engineering approaches. Nguyen has also investigated shape memory alloy (SMA)-based actuation as an alternative propulsion strategy, broadening the scope of his contributions to smart material applications. Beyond underwater robotics, his research has extended into smart infrastructure systems, including a 2018 study proposing a multi-layered public safety network for smart trade centers incorporating UAV technology. With a cumulative body of work spanning biomimetic robotics and intelligent systems, Nguyen represents a versatile researcher whose engineering solutions bridge disciplines with practical real-world applications.
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- 3Thrust analysis of a fish robot actuated by piezoceramic composite actuators13 citations · 2011
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