Zuen Shang
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About
Zuen Shang is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of origami engineering and robotics, whose work focuses on developing novel, bio-inspired deployable structures for next-generation robotic systems. His primary research areas include origami-inspired mechanical design, thin-shell structural mechanics, and autonomous navigation for reconfigurable robots. Shang’s major contribution lies in the systematic analysis and modeling of waterbomb structures—origami-based, radially deployable components that allow robots to dynamically adapt their shape and size to navigate complex environments. His 2021 paper on the mechanical behaviors of waterbomb thin-shell structures under quasi-static load (5 citations) established foundational design principles for these deformable elements, enabling greater environmental adaptability. More recently, in 2024, Shang introduced an innovative parameterized water-bomb wheel modeling method based on recursive solving, which dramatically reduces the modeling workload compared to traditional approaches. He also designed a multi-link supporting structure to enhance the wheel’s performance. This work, combined with his implementation of ROS-based SLAM and autonomous navigation for origami robots (4 citations), demonstrates his commitment to bridging theoretical design with practical, autonomous robotic systems. Shang’s research is paving the way for more versatile, shape-shifting robots capable of operating in unstructured environments.
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