Yinduan Gao

University of Science and Technology of China

Papers

Total Citations

H-Index

About

Yinduan Gao is a rising leader in soft robotics and advanced manufacturing, specializing in the design and fabrication of programmable magnetic actuators. Their pioneering work centers on developing novel 3D printing strategies—particularly screw extrusion methods—to create ultraflexible, multifunctional magnetic materials. Gao’s most influential paper, "3D Printing Ultraflexible Magnetic Actuators via Screw Extrusion Method" (2022, 61 citations), introduces a groundbreaking approach to manufacturing soft actuators with programmable structure and controllable deformation, enabling unprecedented flexibility and precision. Building on this, Gao’s research on "Magnetic Actuator with Programmable Force Distribution and Self‐Sensing for Bidirectional Deformation Control" (2022, 16 citations) addresses a critical challenge in soft robotics: achieving bidirectional deformation akin to natural organisms, while integrating self-sensing capabilities for real-time control. Their more recent work, "3D Printing Asymmetric Magnetic Actuators with Multi Deformation Modes" (2023, 6 citations), further expands the design space by enabling multiple deformation modes through asymmetric structures. With a growing citation impact, Gao’s contributions are shaping the future of intelligent flexible robots, offering scalable, customizable solutions for applications in biomedical devices, soft grippers, and adaptive systems. Their innovative fusion of materials science and additive manufacturing positions them as a key innovator in next-generation actuation technologies.