Max Robotics — Global Service Robot Directory + US Certification

About

Shuqi Ma is pioneering the integration of optical micro/nano fibers with smart textiles and flexible sensors, driving innovations at the intersection of photonics, wearable technology, and human–machine interfaces. Her key research areas include tactile sensing, optical waveguides, and intelligent soft robotics. Ma’s most impactful contribution is the development of a single optical microfiber tactile sensor capable of simultaneously measuring temperature and pressure—a breakthrough for healthcare monitoring and robotic haptics, which has garnered 91 citations. She also advanced waveguide photoactuators, enabling soft grippers and robots to operate without line-of-sight illumination, a paper cited 64 times. Her work on optical micro/nano fiber-enabled smart textiles for human–machine interfaces (82 citations) further demonstrates her role in merging photonics with everyday fabrics. Most recently, Ma has applied deep learning to a piezoresistive intelligent glove for pressure monitoring and object identification, showcasing her move toward AI-enhanced tactile systems. With over 239 citations across her top papers, Shuqi Ma is shaping the future of flexible, intelligent sensing technologies.