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Khoi Ly is a pioneering researcher in soft robotics, with a focus on creating high-performance actuators, sensors, and control systems for untethered and practical applications. His major contributions include the development of an easy-to-implement toolkit for versatile HASEL actuators, which has garnered 218 citations for enabling rapid prototyping and manufacturing of soft robots with muscle-like performance. Ly also advanced the field by integrating embedded magnetic sensing for feedback control of soft actuators, addressing critical challenges in sensor viability and closed-loop control. His work on electro-hydraulic rolling soft wheels introduced hybrid dynamic modeling and model predictive control, achieving robust locomotion with self-recovery capabilities. Additionally, Ly explored explosion-powered eversible tactile displays for high-resolution haptics in virtual reality and assistive technologies. With over 288 total citations across his most-cited papers, Ly’s research has significantly impacted the design and controllability of soft robotic systems, bridging the gap between theoretical modeling and real-world deployment. His achievements underscore a commitment to making soft robots more accessible, controllable, and functional for medical devices, wearables, and beyond.