Qiao Zeng

University of Shanghai for Science and Technology

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Qiao Zeng is a rising innovator in soft robotics and bioinspired actuation, with a focus on developing high-performance, nature-mimetic systems. Their most-cited work, "Jellyfish-Inspired Soft Robot Driven by Pneumatic Bistable Actuators" (2024, 21 citations), introduces a novel soft pneumatic bistable actuator (PBA) that emulates the rapid, powerful motion of jellyfish subumbrellar muscles. This design addresses critical challenges in soft robotics—namely, achieving both high driving force and fast response speed—by leveraging bistable mechanisms for energy-efficient, snap-through actuation. Zeng’s contributions are foundational for advancing soft robots in applications requiring swift, forceful movements, such as underwater exploration or medical devices. With this work already garnering attention in the field, Zeng demonstrates a talent for translating biological principles into practical engineering solutions. Their research not only pushes the boundaries of soft actuator performance but also inspires new pathways for creating agile, resilient robots. As a young researcher, Qiao Zeng is poised to make lasting impacts on bioinspired robotics and soft matter engineering.