Qien Qi

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Qien Qi is a robotics researcher whose work focuses on the design and control of bio-inspired and transformable locomotion systems, particularly for quadruped and leg-wheel robots. Their major contributions include pioneering studies on the role of an active spine in quadrupedal bounding and turning, demonstrating how spinal articulation can enhance maneuverability and stability—a key insight for more agile legged robots. Qi also advanced the step-climbing capabilities of transformable robots like Transleg, analyzing how wheeled modes can negotiate unstructured environments. Their most-cited paper, "Turning strategies for the bounding quadruped robot with an active spine" (2018), has garnered 9 citations, reflecting its foundational impact on spine-driven locomotion research. Another notable work, "Step-climbing maneuver for transleg in the wheeled mode" (2017), addresses practical challenges in hybrid locomotion. Qi’s research bridges biological principles and engineering design, offering valuable frameworks for students and researchers interested in dynamic robot locomotion, adaptive mobility, and the integration of active structures for enhanced performance in complex terrains.