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About
Ming Rui Joel Tan is a rising innovator at the intersection of soft robotics and precision agriculture. His research centers on developing advanced materials and sensor systems to bridge the gap between automation and delicate biological interactions. Tan’s most notable contribution is the creation of a 3D-printed electrohydrodynamic (EHD) pump paired with a novel anti-swelling organohydrogel for soft robotics—a breakthrough that enables precise, durable actuation in wet environments, a critical challenge in the field. This work, published in 2025, has already garnered 30 citations, signaling its immediate impact. He further demonstrated his engineering acumen by designing a detachable FBG-based contact force sensor that captures gripper-vegetable interactions, a tool essential for automating harvesting in vertical farms without damaging produce. By combining materials science with real-world agricultural needs, Tan is not only advancing soft robotic capabilities but also addressing labor shortages in sustainable urban farming. His work exemplifies how targeted innovation can solve practical constraints, positioning him as a key contributor to the future of gentle, automated handling systems.
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