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Jianxiang Li is a robotics and electrical infrastructure researcher whose work centers on the design and application of intelligent inspection systems for critical power infrastructure. Specializing in automated monitoring technologies, Li has made notable contributions to the development of modular substation inspection robots, underwater cable detection systems, and autonomous overhead transmission line robots. His research addresses real-world engineering challenges in power grid maintenance, integrating advanced sensing technologies — including infrared thermography, side-scan sonar, ultrasonic detection, and optical imaging — to enable safer and more efficient inspections of hazardous or inaccessible environments. Li's most recognized work, a 2018 study on modular substation inspection robot design, has accumulated 12 citations, reflecting its practical relevance to the field. His investigations into submarine cable inspection robots — combining underwater optical imaging and acoustic sonar methods — demonstrate a versatile command of both surface and subsea robotics challenges. Earlier contributions, such as his 2016 ultrasonic obstacle avoidance system, highlight a sustained engagement with sensor integration and intelligent navigation. Collectively, Li's body of work supports the broader advancement of unmanned inspection technologies in power engineering, offering valuable frameworks for researchers and engineers working at the intersection of robotics, computer vision, and electrical infrastructure maintenance.