Qihui Zhang
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Qihui Zhang is a researcher in aerospace engineering, specializing in origami-inspired deployable structures and orbital capture mechanisms. Their work focuses on the design, dynamics, and control of lightweight, foldable capture systems for in-orbit servicing and debris removal. Zhang’s most-cited paper, "Capture dynamics and driving method of origami capture mechanism in orbit" (2024, 9 citations), introduces a novel approach to using origami principles for reliable, compact capture devices that can be deployed in space. This contribution addresses critical challenges in on-orbit operations, such as reducing mass and volume while ensuring precise, repeatable motion. Although early in their career, Zhang’s research has already garnered attention for its potential to transform satellite servicing and active debris removal missions. Their work bridges mechanical design and space dynamics, offering practical solutions for future autonomous space operations. With a focus on innovative mechanisms and dynamic analysis, Qihui Zhang is emerging as a promising voice in the field of space robotics and deployable structures.
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