Yangying Zhu
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Yangying Zhu is a rising leader in thermal science and energy systems, with a focus on phase-change heat transfer, thermal management, and soft robotics. Her most-cited work, “Improving the Efficiency of Soft Phase-Change Actuators Using Thermodynamic Analysis” (2025, 2 citations), addresses a critical bottleneck in soft robotics: the low efficiency of thermally driven liquid-to-vapor phase-change actuators. By applying rigorous thermodynamic analysis, Zhu identifies key loss mechanisms and proposes design strategies to enhance actuator performance, enabling higher forces and larger strokes without sacrificing simplicity. This work bridges fundamental heat transfer principles with practical engineering, offering a pathway to more efficient, high-power soft robots for applications in medical devices, manufacturing, and exploration. Though early in her career, Zhu’s contributions are already shaping the next generation of thermal-fluid systems, combining deep theoretical insight with innovative application. Her research holds promise for advancing both energy efficiency and robotic actuation, making her a researcher to watch in the evolving landscape of thermal engineering and soft robotics.
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