Xiufen Zhang
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Xiufen Zhang is a leading researcher in sustainable manufacturing and intelligent disassembly systems, with a primary focus on human–robot collaboration for end-of-life product processing. Her work addresses the critical challenge of efficiently dismantling complex products while accounting for real-world uncertainties, such as multi-failure modes in components. Zhang’s most cited paper, “Human–robot collaborative partial destruction disassembly sequence planning method for end-of-life product driven by multi-failures” (2022, 58 citations), introduces a novel framework that integrates failure-driven decision-making with collaborative robotics to optimize disassembly sequences. This contribution is pivotal for advancing circular economy practices by enabling safer, more adaptive, and resource-efficient recycling and reuse of materials. Her research bridges the gap between theoretical sequence planning and practical, failure-aware automation, offering tangible solutions for industries dealing with electronic waste and retired machinery. Zhang’s work has been recognized for its interdisciplinary impact, combining operations research, robotics, and environmental engineering. By pioneering methods that allow robots and humans to dynamically adjust to product defects, she is shaping the future of sustainable manufacturing and intelligent waste management.
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