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Bo Zhong is a researcher specializing in advanced manufacturing, precision optics, and robotic polishing technologies. His work sits at the intersection of intelligent automation and surface engineering, with a particular focus on developing and refining robot-assisted polishing systems for high-performance materials and complex geometries. Zhong's most influential contribution is his comprehensive 2022 review on robot-assisted polishing, which has garnered 139 citations and serves as a definitive reference on the field's current status and emerging directions. This work reflects his broad command of the discipline and his ability to synthesize cutting-edge developments for the research community. He has also made significant advances in polishing titanium alloy Ti6Al4V — a material critical to aerospace and medical applications — investigating how tool rigidity affects material removal and surface integrity. His research into bonnet polishing technology, particularly for large aspheric surfaces and precision optics, addresses real challenges in kinematic error compensation and batch manufacturing of complex optical components. Additionally, Zhong has explored ultra-precision polishing of tungsten carbide, a notoriously difficult-to-machine material widely used in cutting tools and molds. Collectively, his publications demonstrate a sustained commitment to pushing the boundaries of precision surface finishing, making meaningful contributions to both academic research and high-value industrial manufacturing.