Cong Shen

Southern University of Science and Technology, Huazhong University of Science and Technology

Papers

Total Citations

173

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About

Cong Shen is a leading roboticist specializing in motion planning and control for legged and wheeled-bipedal systems, with a focus on underactuated dynamics and real-world autonomy. His most impactful work, "Underactuated Motion Planning and Control for Jumping With Wheeled-Bipedal Robots" (2020), has garnered 95 citations, pioneering a hierarchical scheme that enables hybrid wheeled-legged robots to perform dynamic jumping—a motion that fully exploits their unique design advantages. This contribution addresses critical challenges in underactuation, advancing the capabilities of robots in complex, unstructured environments. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Shen demonstrated the societal relevance of his research with "Autonomous Social Distancing in Urban Environments Using a Quadruped Robot" (2021, 71 citations), where he developed surveillance robots that not only monitor but actively promote social distancing, showcasing the practical impact of autonomous systems in public health. His work bridges theoretical motion planning with applied robotics, earning recognition for its innovation and timeliness. With over 170 total citations, Shen’s research continues to influence the fields of dynamic locomotion, human-robot interaction, and socially aware robotics, making him a key figure in advancing agile, autonomous machines for real-world challenges.