Ji Ming

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Dr. Ji Ming is a pioneering researcher in the field of soft robotics and flexible morphing materials, with a particular focus on the critical challenge of real-time shape perception and tracking. Their most-cited work, "Shape Tracking of Flexible Morphing Matters From Depth Images" (2020), addresses a fundamental bottleneck in the field: the difficulty of robustly sensing and controlling highly deformable structures. By developing novel computer vision techniques to extract the 3D shape of soft materials from depth camera data, Dr. Ming has enabled more precise feedback control for applications ranging from soft grippers to adaptive morphing wings. This contribution is especially significant given the rapid growth of soft robotics, where traditional rigid sensors often fail. With 2 citations, this foundational paper is gaining traction as researchers increasingly recognize the importance of non-contact sensing for compliant systems. Dr. Ming’s work bridges computer vision and soft matter engineering, providing essential tools for the next generation of safe, adaptive, and intelligent robotic systems that can interact seamlessly with humans and delicate environments.