Chengguang Fan

National University of Defense Technology

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Chengguang Fan is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of space robotics and structural health monitoring, whose work is redefining how we maintain and interact with spacecraft. His primary research areas include guided waves-based structural health monitoring (SHM) for spacecraft safety and bio-inspired climbing robotics for microgravity environments. Fan’s most cited work, "Advancing spacecraft safety and longevity: A review of guided waves-based structural health monitoring" (2024, 25 citations), provides a comprehensive framework for using ultrasonic guided waves to detect damage in spacecraft structures, directly enhancing mission safety and extending operational lifespans. His second highly influential paper, "A Gecko‐Inspired Robot Using Novel Variable‐Stiffness Adhesive Paw Can Climb on Rough/Smooth Surfaces in Microgravity" (2024, 15 citations), introduces a breakthrough in space robotics—a climbing robot that mimics gecko adhesion, capable of traversing both smooth and rough surfaces in zero-gravity conditions. This innovation addresses a critical gap in on-orbit inspection and maintenance. Fan’s work has already garnered significant attention for its practical implications in space exploration, with his gecko-inspired robot representing a notable achievement in adaptive adhesion technology. His research promises to revolutionize spacecraft longevity and autonomous maintenance in the challenging environment of space.