Yu‐Ying Lu

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Yu-Ying Lu is a leading researcher in advanced soft robotics and multifunctional materials, with a particular focus on electromagnetic (EM) microwave stealth and photothermal actuation. Her most-cited work, "An Electromagnetic Microwave Stealth Photothermal Soft Actuator with Lightweight and Hydrophobic Properties" (2021, 26 citations), introduces a groundbreaking soft actuator that integrates EM wave absorption, photomechanical energy conversion, and hydrophobic functionality. This innovation addresses a critical need in military applications by enabling remote-controlled, contactless, and flexible stealth robots. Lu’s contributions lie in the seamless fusion of lightweight design with multi-responsive capabilities, allowing for efficient microwave stealth without compromising mechanical performance. Her research has garnered attention for its potential to revolutionize adaptive camouflage and untethered soft robotics. By engineering materials that respond to light while shielding electromagnetic signals, Lu has opened new pathways for intelligent, energy-efficient systems. Her work stands out for its interdisciplinary impact, bridging materials science, robotics, and defense technology, and continues to inspire further exploration in smart, multifunctional actuators.