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Dr. Zhangxian Deng is a leading researcher in advanced tactile sensing and energy harvesting, with a focus on magnetostrictive materials and triboelectric nanogenerators. His major contributions include the development of biomimetic tactile sensor arrays that enable human-like perception for intelligent robotics. Notably, his 2021 work on a magnetostrictive tactile sensor using Galfenol wires achieved a static sensitivity of 23.86 mV/N, demonstrating exceptional force detection capabilities. This paper has garnered 34 citations, underscoring its impact on the field. His 2020 study on a magnetostrictive tactile sensor array for force and stiffness detection (26 citations) further advanced robotic tactile feedback systems. More recently, Dr. Deng has explored direct writing of PVBVA/Ti3C2T (MXene) triboelectric nanogenerators for energy harvesting and sensing applications (2025, 9 citations), showcasing his versatility in sustainable energy technologies. His work bridges materials science and robotics, offering innovative solutions for next-generation sensors and self-powered devices. Dr. Deng’s research is highly cited and continues to influence the development of intelligent systems and wearable electronics.