Yan‐Ling Liu

Sichuan University, Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics

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Yan-Ling Liu is a pioneering researcher in soft robotics, with a focus on integrating perception and actuation to create more compact, flexible, and intelligent systems. Her major contributions include the development of self-perceptional soft robotics using dielectric elastomers, a breakthrough that addresses the longstanding challenge of separating sensing and movement in soft robots. This work, published in 2024 and already garnering 17 citations, demonstrates her ability to advance the field toward truly autonomous and adaptive machines. Liu also explores biomimetic designs, such as a soft crawling robot with non-contact sensing for confined spaces (2025, 4 citations), showcasing her commitment to practical applications in challenging environments. Her research is notable for its interdisciplinary approach, merging materials science, mechanical engineering, and bioinspiration. With her innovative contributions, Liu is shaping the future of soft robotics, making them more perceptive, efficient, and capable of operating in complex, real-world scenarios.