Hongwei Ji

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Hongwei Ji is a researcher specializing in robotics and automation for electrical power systems, with a particular focus on live working robots and manipulators for high-voltage environments. His major contributions lie in the kinematic modeling and control of robotic systems designed for hazardous tasks, such as partial discharge (PD) detection in high-voltage switch cabinets and live-line maintenance. Ji developed a 4-degree-of-freedom (DOF) manipulator using the Denavit-Hartenberg (DH) method for forward and inverse kinematics, enabling precise motion control in substation applications. He also advanced the field of live working robots by studying weak rigid master-slave control algorithms, addressing challenges like system flexibility and communication delays to improve operational safety and efficiency. While his citation counts are modest—4 and 2 for his key papers—his work represents foundational steps in applying robotics to critical infrastructure maintenance, a niche but vital area. Ji’s research is notable for its practical engineering focus, bridging theoretical kinematics with real-world deployment in high-risk electrical environments, making it relevant for students and researchers interested in industrial robotics and power system automation.