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Yihuan Liu’s research centers on advancing human-robot collaboration (HRC) and teleoperation systems, with a focus on creating intuitive interfaces that bridge the gap between human intent and robotic action. His major contributions include developing an augmented discrete-time approach for HRC, which enhances interactive performance between humans and robots—a cornerstone for next-generation robotics. Liu also pioneered an intuitive interface for real-time teleoperation using the Baxter robot, enabling efficient task execution in unstructured environments. His work extends to virtual reality-based interfaces for dual-manipulator teleoperation, allowing operators to control robots remotely with greater immersion and precision. Additionally, Liu has contributed to robot vision through 3D object modeling using RGB-D cameras, aiding in localization and manipulation tasks. With his most-cited paper garnering 29 citations and a total of over 50 across his key works, Liu’s research has laid foundational groundwork for safer, more natural human-robot interaction. His achievements are particularly notable for their practical applications in industrial automation and remote operation, making complex robotic systems accessible to non-experts.