Qinfang Chen

Xi'an Institute of Optics and Precision Mechanics

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Qinfang Chen is a researcher in precision optical manufacturing and robotic polishing, with a focus on advancing the fabrication of heavy-calibre off-axis aspheric surfaces. His most-cited work, "Heavy-calibre off-axis aspheric surface polishing by industrial robot" (2019), demonstrates a novel approach using an ABB IRB6640 industrial robot as a processing platform for optical polishing. In this study, Chen systematically defines coordinate system relationships and provides algorithms for coordinate transformation, Euler angles, and quaternion methods, enabling precise robotic control. He further introduces M-like and Gaussian-like removal functions to optimize surface accuracy. Though early in his citation impact with 5 citations, this work represents a significant contribution to the integration of industrial robotics into high-precision optical manufacturing—a field critical for telescopes, space optics, and defense systems. Chen's research bridges robotics and optical engineering, offering cost-effective, flexible solutions for polishing complex aspheric surfaces that traditionally require specialized, expensive equipment. His work is particularly relevant for researchers exploring automated optical fabrication and industrial robot applications in precision engineering.