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Junjie Qin is a researcher specializing in robotic systems and space exploration technology, with a particular focus on autonomous drilling mechanisms for planetary science missions. His most notable contribution centers on the development of the robotic drilling system deployed aboard China's landmark Chang'E 5 lunar mission — a historic endeavor that marked China's first successful lunar sample-return effort in decades. Qin's work on this project encompassed the full engineering lifecycle, from system design and development through rigorous terrestrial testing to real-world lunar deployment. The drill successfully penetrated one meter into the lunar regolith on December 2, 2020, retrieving 259.72 grams of lunar material — a scientifically invaluable achievement for understanding the Moon's geological history. This paper has accumulated 20 citations, reflecting its significance within the planetary robotics and space instrumentation communities. Qin's research sits at the compelling intersection of mechanical engineering, robotics, and planetary science, contributing directly to humanity's expanding capability to explore and sample extraterrestrial bodies. His work represents a meaningful step forward in China's growing space exploration ambitions and the broader international effort to unlock the secrets of the lunar surface.