Jielin Zeng

Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

Papers

Total Citations

148

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About

Dr. Jielin Zeng has pioneered transformative advances in soft robotics, with a particular focus on bioinspired actuation and variable-stiffness mechanisms. Their landmark 2019 paper, “Hybrid Jamming for Bioinspired Soft Robotic Fingers,” has garnered 148 citations and introduced a groundbreaking design that integrates layer jamming and particle jamming within a fiber-reinforced soft pneumatic actuator. This hybrid approach uniquely enables soft robotic fingers to transition between compliant, adaptable states and rigid, load-bearing configurations—overcoming a fundamental limitation in the field. Dr. Zeng’s work has significantly influenced the development of safer, more versatile robotic grippers for delicate manipulation tasks, from surgical tools to industrial handling of fragile objects. By systematically characterizing the mechanical performance of these hybrid jamming structures, they have provided a foundational framework for future research in variable-stiffness soft robotics. Their contributions stand as a key reference for researchers seeking to merge the adaptability of soft materials with the strength needed for real-world applications, marking Dr. Zeng as a rising leader in bioinspired robotic design.