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Shaofan Wang is a pioneering researcher in robotics, with key contributions spanning leg-wheel hybrid locomotion, soft robotics, and human-robot interaction (HRI). His most-cited work, the design of the Quattroped leg-wheel hybrid platform (65 citations), introduced a transformative mechanism that seamlessly morphs wheels into two-degree-of-freedom legs, overcoming the limitations of separate wheeled and legged systems. This innovation has influenced mobile robotics design for challenging terrains. In soft robotics, Wang’s squid-inspired anti-salt skin-like elastomers (36 citations) achieve superhigh damage resistance and seawater tolerance, enabling durable aquatic soft robots—a breakthrough for marine exploration. His recent HRI research focuses on continuous hand gesture detection and recognition using inertial measurement units (11 citations), with a novel uncertainty-aware framework for safety-critical emergency scenarios. This work advances intuitive robot control in social contexts, such as delivery robots and autonomous vehicles. Wang’s interdisciplinary impact is evident across 100+ citations, demonstrating his ability to bridge mechanical design, materials science, and AI-driven interaction. His achievements include pioneering bio-inspired solutions that enhance robot adaptability and safety, making him a leading figure in next-generation robotics.