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Shunxiang Pang is a leading researcher in the fields of biomimetic robotics and cable-driven mechanisms, with a focus on creating lightweight, flexible, and safe robotic systems for human-robot interaction and underwater propulsion. His major contributions include the design and stiffness optimization of a novel 7-DOF cable-driven manipulator, which addresses the critical challenge of balancing flexibility with structural rigidity—a key issue for collaborative robots. Pang’s work on biomimetic propulsion is equally impactful; he developed a scallop-inspired robot capable of jet propulsion and a bionic tandem undulating fin system, both demonstrating innovative approaches to underwater locomotion through phase-difference optimization. His research has garnered significant attention, with his most-cited paper on the 7-DOF manipulator accumulating 39 citations, and his scallop robot study achieving 22 citations. Notably, Pang has also engineered an intelligent fire-fighting robot for autonomous navigation in hazardous environments, showcasing the practical applications of his work. His recent advancements in cable-driven dexterous hands and arm-hand integrated systems further highlight his commitment to replicating human-like dexterity in robotics. With a portfolio that spans from theoretical stiffness analysis to experimental validation, Pang’s work is shaping the future of safe, adaptive, and bio-inspired robotic systems.