Zekun Chang

Cornell University

Papers

1

Total Citations

10

H-Index

1

About

Zekun Chang is a rising researcher in the field of origami and kirigami robotics, focusing on the design of lightweight, compact, and deployable robotic systems. His key contributions lie in harnessing bistable mechanisms within printable origami structures to enable agile, high-performance motions—such as jumping—that overcome the material and size constraints traditionally limiting these robots. His most-cited work, “Printable Origami Bistable Structures for Foldable Jumpers” (2022, 10 citations), introduces a novel approach to creating foldable robots that can store and rapidly release elastic energy, achieving dynamic locomotion from a flat, portable state. This research bridges the gap between theoretical origami engineering and practical robotic applications, offering a pathway toward more versatile and resilient autonomous systems. Chang’s work is notable for its emphasis on manufacturability and scalability, leveraging 3D printing to realize complex, multi-stable designs. As the field of soft and origami robotics expands, his contributions are laying the groundwork for next-generation robots capable of navigating challenging terrains and performing tasks in confined spaces.

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1
H-Index
1
Papers
10
Total Citations
10
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
Printable Origami Bistable Structures for Foldable Jumpers
10 citations · 2022
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2022 (1 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 4
🏛 Institutions: Cornell University

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