Kaiwen Lu

Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics

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Kaiwen Lu is a pioneering researcher in aerial robotics, with a focused expertise in developing innovative robotic systems for agricultural and infrastructure maintenance tasks. His most notable contribution is the design and control of the ARSS (Aerial Robot with Suspended Saw), a novel unmanned aerial vehicle capable of performing precision tree pruning near electric power lines. This work, published in 2020, introduces a complete system that transitions seamlessly from free flight to aerial cutting, supported by a dynamic model and an Active Disturbance Rejection Controller to ensure stability during operation. While the paper has garnered 3 citations, its true impact lies in addressing a critical real-world challenge: safely maintaining vegetation near power corridors without ground crews. Lu’s research bridges the gap between theoretical control systems and practical field applications, offering a scalable solution that reduces human risk and operational costs. His work represents a significant step toward autonomous aerial manipulation, positioning him as an emerging leader in the intersection of robotics, control engineering, and environmental management.