Xuezhong Wu

National University of Defense Technology

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Xuezhong Wu is a pioneering researcher in the field of micro-robotics, with a primary focus on insect-scale aerial robots and piezoelectric actuation systems. His most notable contribution is the development of a high liftoff speed insect-scale aerial robot directly driven by a piezoelectric bimorph PZT actuator, a breakthrough that addresses the longstanding challenge of limited output displacement in piezoelectric materials. By eliminating complex transmission mechanisms, Wu’s design achieves remarkable simplicity and efficiency, enabling rapid liftoff speeds critical for agile flight in tiny robots. This work, published in 2025, has already garnered 9 citations, reflecting its immediate impact on the micro-aerial vehicle community. Wu’s research bridges the gap between material science and robotics, offering innovative solutions for applications in environmental monitoring, search-and-rescue, and surveillance. His achievements highlight a deep understanding of actuator dynamics and system integration, positioning him as a rising leader in the development of next-generation, bio-inspired flying machines.