Zenan Zhang

Xi'an University of Science and Technology

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Zenan Zhang is a robotics researcher focused on developing intelligent systems for high-risk environments, particularly firefighting and underground rescue operations. His work centers on autonomous navigation, variable structure mechanisms, and stability control for mobile robots operating in unstructured, hazardous terrains. Zhang’s most cited paper, “Path Planning of a Firefighting Robot Prototype Using GPS Navigation” (2020, 9 citations), addresses the critical need for robotic assistance in firefighting—a profession fraught with danger—by designing a robot that enhances operational efficiency while safeguarding human lives. This work underscores his commitment to practical, life-saving applications. More recently, his 2024 study on “Stability analysis and control method of a variable structure detection robot for underground rescue” introduces an innovative crawler robot capable of adapting its shape to improve stability and prevent overturning in confined, unpredictable environments like drilling rescue scenarios. Though early in its citation impact, this research highlights Zhang’s forward-thinking approach to robotic adaptability. His contributions are pivotal in advancing robotics for emergency response, bridging the gap between theoretical control systems and real-world deployment, and inspiring future innovations in autonomous rescue technologies.