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Man’s research focuses on the kinematics and design of humanoid robots, with a particular emphasis on applying screw theory to simplify and enhance robotic motion analysis. His major contribution lies in demonstrating that screw theory offers a more efficient mathematical framework for humanoid robot kinematics, requiring only two coordinate systems—a significant improvement over traditional methods. His 2007 paper, “Kinematics Analysis Based on Screw Theory of a Humanoid Robot,” introduced a novel configuration for a humanoid robot designed for entertainment, featuring ten degrees of freedom in two biomimetic arms. By employing twists and exponential product formulas, he derived a concise and readable spatial manipulator Jacobian, making complex analyses more accessible. Although his most-cited work has accumulated 10 citations, its impact is notable for advancing modular and concurrent design approaches in robotics. Man’s work bridges theoretical rigor with practical design, offering students and researchers a streamlined toolkit for analyzing humanoid motion. His integration of screw theory into humanoid robotics remains a valuable reference for those exploring efficient kinematic solutions in biomimetic systems.