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Tianshuo Wang is a robotics researcher whose work sits at the intersection of bioinspired design and human-assistive exoskeletons. His key research areas include soft robotics, wearable exoskeletons, and actuator design for human-robot interaction. Wang’s most impactful contribution is the **bioinspired soft swallowing gripper** (70 citations), which mimics the eversion mechanism of a bloodworm to achieve universal, adaptable grasping—a novel approach that challenges traditional rigid gripper designs. In parallel, he developed the **PALExo** (33 citations), a parallel-actuated lower-limb exoskeleton that significantly improves load-carrying capacity and user comfort, addressing critical limitations in existing assistive devices. Wang also advanced actuator technology with a **series-parallel elastic actuator** (15 citations) for weight-bearing exoskeletons, enabling high force output with enhanced compliance and reduced weight. His work extends to space applications through **AstroLimbs** (11 citations), a modular robotic limb system designed to assist astronauts during extravehicular activities. More recently, he explored rhythmic motion control inspired by board shoe racing (3 citations) to improve exoskeleton gait efficiency. With over 130 total citations, Wang’s research bridges nature-inspired mechanisms and practical robotic systems, offering innovative solutions for grasping, load-bearing, and human augmentation.