Hongying Sun

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Hongying Sun is a pioneering researcher in rehabilitation robotics, with a focused expertise in the design and control of lower limb assistive devices for patients recovering from neurological and musculoskeletal impairments. Her major contributions center on the development of a novel horizontal lower limbs rehabilitation robot based on parallel mechanisms, which precisely mimics the natural motion of hips and knees to aid disabled patients. Sun’s work is distinguished by her systematic investigation of human-robot interaction control strategies, particularly through impedance and fuzzy impedance control methods. These approaches ensure patient safety and comfort by dynamically adapting the robot’s response to changes in muscle strength and tension during different recovery stages—from the weak phase to the convulsion and recovery periods. Her most cited papers, including foundational studies from 2009 and 2010, have each garnered 11 citations, reflecting their lasting influence on the field. By addressing the critical challenge of variable patient conditions, Sun’s research has advanced the practical deployment of rehabilitation robots, offering a robust framework for personalized, adaptive therapy that enhances motor function recovery in stroke and injury survivors.