Lailu Li

Harbin Engineering University, Chinese University of Hong Kong

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Lailu Li is a pioneering researcher in the field of rehabilitation robotics and haptic feedback systems, with a focus on astronaut health and surgical assistance. Their major contributions center on developing cable-driven robotic systems to counteract space adaptation syndrome—a critical challenge for long-duration missions. Li’s most cited work, “Force Control Strategy and Bench Press Experimental Research of a Cable Driven Astronaut Rehabilitative Training Robot” (2017, 23 citations), introduces a modular robot that enables astronauts to perform bench press, running, and deep squat exercises in microgravity, effectively mitigating muscle atrophy and cardiovascular deconditioning. This research has laid the groundwork for wire-driven training robots, as further explored in their 2018 study (4 citations), which validates the system’s efficacy in maintaining physical health during spaceflight. More recently, Li has expanded into haptic feedback technology for robot-assisted surgery (2024, 3 citations), bridging space medicine with clinical applications. Their work is notable for its interdisciplinary impact, combining mechanical design, control systems, and human physiology to solve real-world problems in extreme environments. With a growing citation footprint, Li’s research continues to inspire innovations in rehabilitative and surgical robotics, making them a key figure in advancing human health both on Earth and beyond.