Yiqiang Fu

Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong Polytechnic University

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Yiqiang Fu is a researcher at the forefront of soft robotics, microswimmers, and energy harvesting systems, whose work bridges theoretical physics and practical engineering. His most influential contribution, "A multifunctional robotic system toward moveable sensing and energy harvesting" (2021, 24 citations), introduces a pioneering platform that integrates mobility, environmental sensing, and energy generation into a single soft robotic device—a key step toward autonomous, self-powered robots for exploration and monitoring. Complementing this, his theoretical study "Theoretical Perspectives on Natural and Artificial Micro-swimmers" (2021, 12 citations) provides a unifying framework for understanding locomotion at microscopic scales, offering insights that guide the design of bio-inspired swimmers for medical and environmental applications. Fu’s work stands out for its dual focus: developing tangible robotic systems while advancing the fundamental physics that governs their movement. With growing recognition for these contributions, he is establishing himself as a versatile thinker capable of moving from abstract theory to deployable technology. His research holds promise for next-generation robots that can navigate complex environments, harvest their own energy, and sense their surroundings—all without external power or tethers.