Papers
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93
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About
Deqing Kong is a pioneering researcher specializing in acoustic underwater propulsion systems and ultrasonic transducer technology, with a particular focus on miniature robotic swimmers driven by sound waves. His work sits at the intersection of acoustics, piezoelectric materials, and micro-robotics, advancing a field with transformative potential for biomedical applications—including drug delivery and in-body repair—as well as underwater inspection and maintenance. Kong's most significant contributions center on harnessing surface acoustic waves (SAW) and bulk ultrasonic transducers to propel swimmers without conventional mechanical components like fins or propellers. His early work on leaky surface acoustic wave (LSAW) actuation (2018–2019, 22 combined citations) established a compelling proof of concept, while subsequent studies explored PZT disc and ring transducers, multi-degree-of-freedom locomotion, and advanced piezoelectric substrates such as 36° Y-cut lithium niobate and SiO₂/Al/LiNbO₃ layered structures. His 2023 paper on PZT disc propulsion has already accumulated 17 citations, reflecting rapid community uptake. Collectively, Kong's publications have garnered over 90 citations, demonstrating growing international recognition. His research offers a compelling roadmap toward practical, miniaturized acoustic swimmers for next-generation robotics and medical technologies.
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- 2Multi-degrees-of-freedom swimmer using an ultrasonic longitudinal transducer16 citations · 2022
- 3A Novel Swimmer Actuator Via Leaky Surface Acoustic Wave11 citations · 2018
- 4A Novel Approach to Swimmer Actuation via Leaky Surface Acoustic Wave11 citations · 2019
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- 7Propulsion Measurement of High Frequency Underwater SAW Actuators9 citations · 2020
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