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Heting Wu is a pioneer in the field of bioinspired soft robotics and intelligent sensing, with a focus on creating multifunctional materials that mimic human perception. His major contributions include the development of ultralight nano-layered carbon aerogel sensors that enable human-like tactile recognition, achieving 81 citations for his 2023 work on intelligent recognition under limited visual conditions. Wu has also advanced self-powered systems, demonstrating moisture-induced electricity for microrobots (48 citations) and floating robotic insects that harvest energy from water surfaces (30 citations). His laser-etched graphene–polymer composite arrays (34 citations) provide sensitive strain and viscosity sensing, while his soft gallstone-crushing robots (12 citations) showcase medical applications. With over 200 total citations across these key works, Wu’s research bridges materials science and robotics, offering transformative solutions for autonomous systems and healthcare. His notable achievement lies in integrating energy harvesting, tactile sensing, and soft actuation into unified platforms, positioning him as a leading innovator in next-generation intelligent robotics.