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Maolin Cai is at the forefront of soft robotics and intelligent actuation, pioneering the development of flexible, biomimetic systems that are transforming how robots interact with delicate environments. His work masterfully integrates bionics, material science, and control theory to create robots that are not only adaptable but also inherently safe. Cai’s most impactful contribution, his 2023 review on underwater soft robots, has garnered 27 citations and provides a comprehensive roadmap for advancements in adhesion, grabbing, actuation, and sensing—critical for deep-sea exploration and manipulation. He has also made significant strides in industrial applications, designing flexible finger mechanisms for robot end effectors that prevent surface damage to objects, and advancing motion control for gas pipeline detection robots. Looking toward human-centric technology, Cai is exploring pneumatic upper limb rehabilitation systems, leveraging the high safety and easy control of pneumatic artificial muscles to improve patient care. His recent work on multi-chamber flexible mechanisms, optimized through fuzzy PID control, further demonstrates his commitment to pushing the boundaries of what soft, pneumatic robots can achieve in both industrial and medical fields.