Phi Luan Nguyen
Papers
3
Total Citations
73
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3
About
Phi Luan Nguyen is a leading researcher in bio-inspired robotics, specializing in the design and dynamic modeling of robotic fish propelled by flexible tail fins. His work focuses on understanding how non-uniform flexibility in biomimetic tails enhances thrust generation and swimming speed, bridging the gap between biological locomotion and engineered systems. Nguyen’s key contributions include pioneering dynamic models that capture the complex fluid-structure interactions of flexible tails, enabling more efficient and agile underwater robots. His most cited paper, "Thrust and swimming speed analysis of fish robot with non-uniform flexible tail" (2016, 35 citations), demonstrates how varying tail stiffness can optimize performance, while his earlier foundational studies on dynamic modeling (2013, 22 and 16 citations) provide the theoretical framework for these advances. Through rigorous experiments and simulations, Nguyen has established principles that guide the next generation of autonomous underwater vehicles, with applications in environmental monitoring and marine exploration. His work is widely recognized for its impact on both robotics and biomechanics, inspiring further research into soft and flexible robotic systems.
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- 2Dynamic Modeling of a Non-Uniform Flexible Tail for a Robotic Fish22 citations · 2013
- 3Dynamic modeling and experiment of a fish robot with a flexible tail fin16 citations · 2013