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Xue-Feng Wu is a researcher whose work bridges observational astrophysics and applied engineering, with a focus on transient phenomena and robotic instrumentation. His primary research areas include gamma-ray bursts (GRBs), optical transient surveys, and the development of robotic telescopes for astronomical observation. Wu made a significant contribution to the study of GRBs by analyzing the optical luminosity function from a uniform sample of 58 bursts observed with the ROTSE-III telescope, providing key insights into the brightness distribution of these high-energy events. His work on the Antarctic Survey Telescope 3-3 (AST3-3) is particularly notable; originally designed for deployment at Dome A, Antarctica, the telescope was adapted for operation at the Yaoan Observation Station in China due to the pandemic, demonstrating flexibility in robotic facility deployment for transient surveys. Wu has also ventured into applied engineering, developing an improved charge simulation method for robotic maintenance of disconnect switches in substations, showcasing interdisciplinary innovation. With a growing citation record, Wu’s contributions are shaping both our understanding of cosmic explosions and the practical tools for robotic observation and maintenance.