Papers
7
Total Citations
58
H-Index
3
About
Yucheng Li is a robotics researcher whose work bridges continuum robotics and biomedical applications, with a focus on soft robots for minimally invasive surgery. His key research areas include the kinematics of continuum robots, variable stiffness mechanisms, and photodynamic therapy (PDT) delivery systems. Li’s most impactful contribution is his 2023 study on the kinematics of constant curvature continuum robots through three segments, which established a reachability criterion for one-segment systems and simplified calculations for multi-segment configurations—a foundational advance for the field. This work has garnered 24 citations, reflecting its importance to continuum robotics. Equally notable is his 2021 development of a soft robot-based PDT system for pancreatic cancer, which addresses the critical challenge of delivering light therapy deep within tissue; with 21 citations, it highlights the translational potential of his research. Li has also contributed to the synthesis of mechanical chains for morphing between spatial curves and designed an improved rotational variable stiffness mechanism for human-robot interaction. His work is characterized by a rigorous mathematical approach to robot design and a clear commitment to clinical applications, making him a rising figure in surgical robotics.
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Top Papers
- 1The Kinematics of Constant Curvature Continuum Robots Through Three Segments24 citations · 2023
- 2Development of a Soft Robot Based Photodynamic Therapy for Pancreatic Cancer21 citations · 2021
- 3Synthesizing Mechanical Chains for Morphing Between Spatial Curves4 citations · 2019
- 4Synthesizing Mechanical Chains for Morphing Between Spatial Curves3 citations · 2020
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- 7A Backbone-Driven Approach for the Positioning of Continuum Robots2 citations · 2023