Wei Peng Lin

Newcastle University Singapore, Newcastle University

Papers

2

Total Citations

87

H-Index

2

About

Wei Peng Lin is a robotics researcher whose work focuses on intelligent control systems and bio-inspired climbing mechanisms for autonomous robots operating in challenging environments. His major contributions lie in developing robust control strategies for underwater robots and novel locomotion methods for vertical surface traversal. In his most cited work, Lin integrated a direction-based genetic algorithm with fuzzy inference within a sliding-mode controller to handle the high nonlinearity and uncertainty of remotely operated vehicles (ROVs), achieving 82 citations for advancing underwater robot autonomy. He also pioneered the design of a miniature tri-axis vertical wall-climbing robot using electroadhesion, enabling micro-robots to inspect hazardous structures like buildings and offshore platforms. This work, while less cited, demonstrates his innovative approach to mimicking animal locomotion for practical inspection tasks. Lin’s research has significant implications for deep-sea exploration, infrastructure maintenance, and disaster response, where precise control and adaptability are critical. His achievements highlight a commitment to solving real-world engineering challenges through computational intelligence and mechanical design.

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2
H-Index
2
Papers
87
Total Citations
44
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
Robust Genetic Algorithm and Fuzzy Inference Mechanism Embedded in a Sliding-Mode Controller for an Uncertain Underwater Robot
82 citations · 2018
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2018 (1 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 2
🏛 Institutions: Newcastle University Singapore, Newcastle University

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