Yidong Xia

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Yidong Xia is a leading researcher in robotics and autonomous systems, with a primary focus on multi-robot coordination and hazardous environment inspection. His most notable contribution is the development of the Autonomous Pit Exploration System, a groundbreaking multi-robot platform designed for the safe, efficient inspection of nuclear waste-storage tank pits. This work addresses critical challenges in nuclear decommissioning by enabling remote, autonomous data collection in high-radiation zones, significantly reducing human risk. The foundational paper, "Development of a Multi-Robot System for Autonomous Inspection of Nuclear Waste Tank Pits" (2025), outlines the system's design, development timeline, and preliminary progress, marking a key milestone in applied field robotics. While still early in its citation impact, this project has already drawn attention for its potential to transform nuclear waste management. Xia’s research integrates advanced sensing, collaborative control, and robust deployment strategies, positioning him as an emerging authority in autonomous inspection systems for extreme environments.