Minwoo Jang
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3
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10
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About
Minwoo Jang is a robotics engineer specializing in the development of advanced in-pipe robotic systems for infrastructure maintenance and rehabilitation. His research focuses on creating robots that can navigate, inspect, and repair water and industrial pipelines, addressing critical challenges in urban water management and non-destructive testing. Jang’s most significant contribution is the design of a pipe construction robot for rehabilitation work processes, which has garnered 6 citations and represents a practical solution for aging water infrastructure. He has also pioneered a spiral-driving type pipe inspection robot that utilizes magnetic flux leakage (MFL) non-destructive inspection equipment, enabling high-efficiency detection of defects in ferromagnetic pipes. A key innovation in his work is the development of a high-traction in-pipe robot adjustable for pipes ranging from 500 to 800 mm in diameter, which overcomes the common limitation of short driving distances by maximizing traction force. This achievement is critical for field applications where sustained mobility is essential. Jang’s research not only advances the technical capabilities of in-pipe robots but also directly contributes to safer, more cost-effective maintenance of essential pipeline networks.
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