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Dr. Weimin Yang is a leading researcher in soft robotics and flexible electronics, with a focus on developing novel actuators, sensors, and wearable devices. His major contributions lie in the design and application of dielectric elastomer actuators (DEAs) and advanced gel-based materials. Notably, he engineered a 20-layer DEA capable of delivering a peak output force of 30 N, enabling the creation of a jumping robot and a bionic robot fish for low-noise underwater exploration. Dr. Yang also pioneered the use of AgNPs/CNTs modified nonwoven fabric for PET-based flexible interdigitated electrodes, achieving 61 citations for its application in pressure sensors. His work on plasticized polyvinyl chloride/carboxylated cellulose nanocrystals addresses critical limitations in response time and recovery for soft actuators. Additionally, he developed an electro-hydraulic soft actuator for haptic feedback in wearable devices, enhancing human-computer interaction in teleoperation and augmented reality. With over 130 citations across his top papers, Dr. Yang’s research continues to push the boundaries of soft material actuation and flexible sensor technology, making significant strides in robotics and wearable electronics.