Ding Liang

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Ding Liang is a researcher focused on advancing the mobility and control of robotic systems operating in challenging, unstructured environments. His work bridges the critical gap between wheeled mobile robots and soft-legged robots, with a particular emphasis on terrain interaction and adaptive manipulation. Liang’s foundational research in terramechanics provides a rigorous framework for analyzing wheel-soil interactions, enabling planetary rovers and similar robots to mitigate slipping and skidding on rough, deformable terrain—a key contribution to the field of field robotics. He has also made significant strides in soft robotics, authoring a comprehensive review that systematically addresses actuation, modeling, and simulation challenges in soft-legged robots, highlighting the need for innovative structural designs to improve speed and load capacity. Additionally, Liang has developed adaptive impedance control strategies for precise axial position tracking during valve-turning tasks, enhancing contact force robustness in nuclear disaster response scenarios. With over 15 citations across his most prominent works, his research is increasingly recognized for its practical impact on robot autonomy and safety in extreme environments.