Junzhe Ji

Zhejiang University, Zhejiang University of Science and Technology

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Junzhe Ji is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of human-computer interaction (HCI), soft robotics, and bio-inspired design. Their work centers on harnessing mechanical instabilities—particularly snap-through transitions—to create responsive, shape-changing interfaces. Ji’s most notable contribution is the development of *SnapInflatables*, a novel class of inflatable structures that leverage snap-through instability for rapid reconfiguration, self-sensing, and haptic feedback, drawing inspiration from the Venus flytrap’s swift closure. This work, published in 2024, has already garnered 23 citations, signaling its impact on both HCI and robotics communities. Ji also authored a comprehensive review on plant-inspired shape-changing interfaces (2025), systematically cataloging how botanical mechanisms—from tendril coiling to leaf folding—can inform the design of adaptive physical interfaces. By bridging biological principles with engineering, Ji has opened new avenues for creating lightweight, energy-efficient, and responsive devices. Their research not only advances fundamental understanding of instability-driven actuation but also offers practical pathways for interactive technologies, from deployable structures to tactile displays. Ji’s work stands out for its elegant synthesis of nature’s ingenuity and computational design.