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Baofeng Wang is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of soft robotics and space exploration, whose work bridges cutting-edge materials science with real-world aerospace engineering. His most impactful contribution lies in the development of 4D-printed self-sustaining soft robots—machines capable of autonomous, continuous locomotion powered solely by a constant thermal field. This breakthrough, published in 2024 and already garnering 37 citations, introduces eccentric hinge structures that enable a form of "unconscious" movement, mimicking biological peristalsis and paving the way for resilient, fuel-free robotic systems. On the other end of his career, Wang played a critical role in China's historic Chang'E-3 lunar mission, contributing key teleoperation technologies for the "Jade Rabbit" rover—a project that has earned 15 citations for its technical innovations in remote control. He has also advanced space robotics through monocular vision systems for fast tracking and pose estimation of flying targets, essential for autonomous rendezvous and on-orbit servicing. Wang’s unique ability to translate complex physical principles into functional, mission-ready systems marks him as a versatile engineer whose work inspires both terrestrial soft robotics and the future of autonomous space exploration.