Wenxun Xiao

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Wenxun Xiao is a researcher specializing in wireless power transfer and autonomous robotic systems, with a particular focus on inspection robots operating in constrained environments like cable tunnels. His most-cited work, "Design of Magnetic Coupling Resonant Wireless Charging System for Cable Tunnel Inspection Robot" (2018, 7 citations), introduces a novel wireless charging solution that enables automatic, contactless recharging of inspection robots during operation. In this paper, Xiao presents a comprehensive design procedure for a magnetic coupling resonant system, achieving zero-voltage switching (ZVS) in the Class-E inverter and ensuring constant-current charging—critical for battery safety and longevity. This contribution addresses a key bottleneck in long-duration autonomous inspection: the need for reliable, maintenance-free power delivery in hard-to-reach infrastructure. Xiao’s work bridges power electronics and robotics, offering practical design guidelines that advance the deployment of self-sustaining inspection platforms. His research is particularly relevant for engineers developing resilient systems for underground utilities, where traditional charging methods are impractical. With growing interest in infrastructure automation, Xiao’s contributions are poised to gain further recognition as the demand for intelligent, energy-autonomous robots increases.