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Lizhong Liu is a pioneering researcher in biomimetic robotics, whose work has fundamentally advanced the understanding and control of robotic fish. His research centers on the dynamic modeling, maneuver control, and three-dimensional locomotion of multi-link biomimetic underwater robots, drawing inspiration from both carangiform and anguilliform swimming modes. Liu’s most significant contribution is the development of comprehensive dynamic models using Schiehlen’s multibody dynamics method, enabling accurate prediction of robotic fish behavior in free-swimming conditions. His seminal 2008 paper on turning control of multilink biomimetic robotic fish, with 70 citations, established practical methods for executing circular maneuvers by analyzing characteristic parameters that determine turning performance. Liu has also made notable advances in three-dimensional swimming dynamics, incorporating pectoral fins for vertical motion and oscillating caudal fins for propulsion. His work on visual tracking of multiple robotic fish for cooperative control, published in 2006, opened new possibilities for multi-robot coordination in cluttered underwater environments. With over 150 total citations across his publications, Liu’s research continues to influence the design and control of agile, maneuverable underwater robots for environmental monitoring and exploration.