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Deyang Zhao is a leading figure in robotic hand design, specializing in under-actuated mechanisms and humanoid grasping. His research centers on creating robotic fingers that balance dexterity, adaptability, and simplicity, addressing long-standing challenges in the field. Zhao’s most significant contribution is the development of the **Two-DOF Coupled and Self-Adaptive (COSA) finger**, a novel under-actuated mechanism that synergizes rigid coupling with self-adaptive grasping. This innovation, detailed in his 2013 paper (26 citations), overcomes the limitations of traditional designs by enabling a single actuator to control multiple degrees of freedom while maintaining both precision and adaptability—a breakthrough for humanoid hands. His earlier 2010 work (7 citations) on linkage-based under-actuated hands tackled the critical issue of grasping force control, improving both functionality and anthropomorphic appearance. With over 36 total citations across his core papers, Zhao’s work has influenced robotic hand design for prosthetics and industrial applications. His COSA finger topology (3 citations) further advanced the field by providing a systematic analysis of three-phalanx configurations, laying groundwork for more natural, efficient robotic manipulation.