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Hongpeng Liao is a rising innovator in the field of tactile sensing technology, with a focused expertise in self-powered sensors, magnetoelectric materials, and human-robot interaction. His research centers on developing advanced tactile sensors that mimic human touch, enabling machines to perceive material properties, force, and motion without external power sources. Liao’s major contributions include the design of a self-powered magnetoelectric tactile sensor for material recognition, which has garnered 17 citations and represents a significant step toward intelligent robotic perception. He further advanced the field with a 3D tactile sensor featuring adjustable sensitivity for robot arms, achieving 6 citations, and explored the use of magnetorheological fluids to simulate mechanical properties of human tissues for tactile displays in robot-assisted surgery. His work on a triboelectric–electromagnetic hybrid sensor for force measurement and human motion monitoring, with 2 citations, demonstrates his versatility in merging energy harvesting with sensing. Liao’s research holds promise for applications in surgical robotics, prosthetics, and wearable electronics, positioning him as a key contributor to the next generation of touch-sensitive systems.