Lai-Yin Qin

Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong Baptist University

Papers

Total Citations

509

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About

Lai-Yin Qin is a leading researcher in rehabilitation robotics, with a primary focus on developing assistive and therapeutic exoskeletons for individuals with mobility and hand impairments. Her work addresses the critical need for robotic devices to aid patients recovering from stroke, spinal cord injury, and other conditions affecting movement. Her most influential contribution, the 2015 review "Recent developments and challenges of lower extremity exoskeletons," has garnered 496 citations, establishing it as a foundational resource in the field. This paper systematically analyzed the technological landscape and key hurdles in lower-limb exoskeleton design, guiding subsequent research. More recently, in 2024, she published "Robotic Hand Exoskeletons for Rehabilitation and Assistance: A State-of-the-Art," which provides a comprehensive overview of devices for restoring hand function, reflecting her expanding expertise. Qin has also contributed to surgical robotics, notably through the housing design and testing of a robot for orthopaedic surgery (2016). Her work is characterized by a practical, user-centered approach, bridging mechanical design with clinical application, and her high-impact reviews continue to shape the direction of rehabilitation engineering.