Dongun Lee
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Total Citations
202
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About
Dongun Lee is a leading researcher in soft robotics and wearable assistive technologies, with a focus on developing safe, lightweight, and efficient actuation systems for human-robot interaction. His major contributions center on twisted string actuators (TSAs) and variable stiffness mechanisms, where he has pioneered designs that overcome traditional limitations in force, durability, and motion range. Lee’s most cited work, “Soft, Multi-DoF, Variable Stiffness Mechanism Using Layer Jamming for Wearable Robots” (85 citations), introduces a novel approach to safe, multi-directional stiffness control. He has also advanced TSAs with highly durable bidirectional joints and compact high-torque configurations, achieving significant improvements in power density and compliance. His research extends to pneumatic actuation, where he developed an air recirculation system inspired by bioinspired soft valves to enhance efficiency and reduce noise. Lee’s practical impact is evident in spine assistive robots for lumbar-degenerative flat back and wearable gloves for manual handling tasks, demonstrating real-world applications in rehabilitation and occupational safety. With over 200 total citations, his work is widely recognized for bridging the gap between soft actuation theory and deployable wearable systems, making him a key figure in the next generation of human-friendly robotics.
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