Jingsong Zhou

State Key Laboratory of Digital Medical Engineering, Southeast University

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Jingsong Zhou is a researcher at the forefront of bio-inspired robotics and soft-rigid hybrid mechanisms, with a focus on creating adaptive, versatile robotic systems for real-world applications. His major contributions lie in the design and analysis of robotic structures that mimic biological organisms to achieve superior locomotion and manipulation. Notably, Zhou’s work on a crab-inspired compliant leg design, published in 2021 and garnering 25 citations, systematically investigated the unique exoskeleton-muscle architecture of crabs using high-speed cameras and press machines. This research led to a novel method for developing multi-legged robots capable of adaptive, safe locomotion across diverse terrains—a significant step forward for field robotics and exploration. Additionally, Zhou has advanced robotic manipulation through his 2022 work on a rigid-flexible coupled underactuated hand, which combines structural rigidity with material compliance to enhance dexterity and adaptability for applications in home service, medical care, and surgery. By integrating principles from biology and mechanics, Zhou’s work is paving the way for more resilient and functional robots, making him a notable emerging voice in the field of bio-inspired robotics.