Ying Leng

Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics

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Dr. Ying Leng is a rising innovator in the field of soft robotics and origami-inspired mechanisms, with a particular focus on reconfigurable locomotion systems. Her most-cited work, "Design of an Origami Crawling Robot with Reconfigurable Sliding Feet" (2022, 15 citations), introduces a groundbreaking crawling robot built from an origami twisted tower structure. This design uniquely leverages the tower’s ability to perform extension, contraction, and bending motions, enabling the robot to function as a flexible, adaptive body for locomotion. By integrating reconfigurable sliding feet, Dr. Leng’s robot achieves versatile movement across varied terrains, addressing key challenges in traditional rigid robotics. Her contributions advance the practical application of origami principles in robotics, offering scalable, lightweight solutions for exploration and search-and-rescue missions. While her citation impact is still growing, Dr. Leng’s work has already garnered attention for its elegant fusion of geometry and engineering, positioning her as a promising voice in the next generation of robotic design. Her research not only expands the capabilities of soft robots but also inspires new pathways for morphing structures in adaptive systems.