TuanDung Nguyen

East China University of Science and Technology

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TuanDung Nguyen is a researcher focused on the mechanics and dynamics of soft materials, particularly dielectric elastomers (DEs) — polymer materials that can generate large displacements through electromechanical coupling. His primary research areas include viscoelasticity modeling, actuator dynamics, and energy dissipation in soft robotics. Nguyen’s major contribution lies in developing advanced viscoelastic models, such as the Kelvin Voigt-Generalized Maxwell model, to capture the time-dependent behavior of DEs. His most cited work (2021, 32 citations) provides a foundational framework for understanding how polymer chain networks influence deformation and energy loss. He has also explored dissipative dynamic performances (2022, 6 citations) and viscoelastic creep in cylindrical actuators (2022, 3 citations), addressing key challenges in real-world soft robotic applications. By quantifying how viscoelastic effects impact actuator efficiency and stability, Nguyen’s research bridges material science and engineering, offering practical insights for designing more reliable, high-performance DE-based devices. His work is valuable for students and researchers seeking to optimize soft actuators for tasks requiring precise, repeatable motion.