Jiayue Gu

Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics

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Jiayue Gu is a robotics researcher whose work focuses on the critical challenge of automated aircraft skin inspection. His key research areas include climbing robot design, adaptive adsorption systems, and motion control for non-destructive testing on curved surfaces. Gu’s major contribution lies in developing a double-frame climbing robot equipped with a CCD camera that can stably adhere to and traverse complex aircraft exteriors. He pioneered a self-adjusted adsorption strategy, where the suction force dynamically responds to local curvature changes, ensuring optimal grip without damaging the delicate skin. His most cited work, "Self-adjusted adsorption strategy for an aircraft skin inspection robot" (2018, 25 citations), lays the foundation for this adaptive mechanism. In subsequent studies, including "Switching Motion Control of the Climbing Robot for Aircraft Skin Inspection" (2019, 7 citations), Gu detailed the coordinated movement of the robot’s inner and outer frames, enabling seamless transitions across surfaces. With a total of 36 citations across his top papers, Gu’s research directly addresses the practical need for reliable, autonomous inspection in aviation maintenance, reducing human error and downtime. His work represents a significant step toward safer, more efficient aircraft upkeep.