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Fantuo Meng is at the forefront of two transformative fields: bio-inspired robotics and next-generation human-machine interfaces. In robotics, Meng’s work on quadruped locomotion is groundbreaking; his 2024 study on running gait control using the Spring-Loaded Inverted Pendulum (SLIP) model has already garnered 11 citations, offering a robust framework for achieving high-speed, stable running in legged robots—a critical step beyond conventional walking gaits. This research addresses a fundamental challenge in robotics, enabling machines to navigate complex terrains with unprecedented agility. Simultaneously, Meng is redefining how we interact with technology. His 2025 paper on body-coupled multifunctional human-machine interfaces (HMIs), with 9 citations, introduces a double spiral electrode structure that eliminates the need for bulky batteries and multiple sensors. This innovation yields flexible, scalable, and highly efficient HMIs, promising seamless integration into wearable devices and prosthetics. By bridging the gap between mechanical agility and intuitive human control, Fantuo Meng’s work is not only advancing autonomous systems but also paving the way for more natural, unobtrusive interactions between humans and machines. His dual focus on robotic dynamics and interface design marks him as a visionary engineer shaping the future of embodied intelligence.