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Ming-June Tsai is a distinguished robotics and mechanical engineering researcher whose career has spanned foundational work in manipulator geometry and the practical automation of precision manufacturing processes. His early contributions in the mid-1980s established critical frameworks for understanding robotic workspace design, most notably his highly influential 1986 paper on geometric optimization of serial chain manipulators, which has garnered 125 citations and remains a key reference for researchers analyzing how joint configurations shape workspace volume and dexterity. His complementary work on workspace geometric characterization further solidified his reputation in robot kinematics. Tsai's later research pivoted toward solving real-world manufacturing challenges, particularly in automated mold polishing — a technically demanding task requiring precise force control and path planning. His development of the Automatic Mold Polishing System (AMPS), explored across multiple publications between 2004 and 2009, integrated geometry processing, path planning, and force-controlled robotics into a cohesive industrial solution, earning nearly 200 combined citations across those works. His 1994 contribution on generalized transmission performance evaluation for mechanisms further demonstrates his breadth across mechanical design theory. Collectively, Tsai's research bridges fundamental robotics theory with high-impact manufacturing applications, making his work essential reading for students in robotics, automation, and precision engineering.