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Zhaojun Pang is a leading researcher in the field of space robotics, with a primary focus on the dynamics and control of Tethered Space Net Robots (TSNRs) for active space debris removal. His work addresses one of the most pressing challenges in orbital mechanics: the safe and efficient capture of high-speed debris. Pang’s most significant contributions include pioneering novel capture strategies that integrate redeployment and self-assembly techniques, enabling a single TSNR to capture multiple debris pieces in a single mission—a major advancement over single-target approaches. His research on single-pulse action for rapid deployment and continuous shape maintenance has provided foundational methods for maintaining net geometry during operations. With over 60 citations across his key publications, Pang’s impact is evident. His 2022 study on collision dynamics with high-speed debris (22 citations) and his 2024 work on multi-debris capture (19 citations) are particularly influential. By also addressing collision response and obstacle avoidance with non-target objects, Pang is helping to make autonomous space cleanup safer and more reliable, positioning him as a key innovator in sustainable space operations.