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Zhao Zhao is a multidisciplinary robotics and materials researcher whose work spans soft robotics, space robotics, human-robot interaction, and advanced fabrication techniques. With a career bridging mechanical engineering and intelligent systems, Zhao has made notable contributions across several frontier domains. His most impactful recent work, "Versatile Adhesive Skin Enhances Robotic Interactions with the Environment" (2025, 51 citations), addresses a critical gap in robotic dexterity by developing electronic skins with switchable adhesion capabilities — mimicking natural skin's multifunctionality and enabling robots to handle both heavy payloads and delicate manipulation tasks. This work reflects a broader interest in soft, flexible systems, evidenced by his research on reconfigurable frequency-selective surfaces through mechanical stretching (2021). Earlier contributions to space robotics include pioneering grasping strategies for capturing floating targets, reducing impact forces by 20% and improving attitude control efficiency. Zhao has also explored social robotics, investigating how children interact with home companion robots in naturalistic settings over extended periods. Spanning industrial welding path planning, fault-tolerant redundant robot evaluation, and cutting-edge adhesive skins, Zhao's cumulative body of work — exceeding 90 citations — reflects a remarkably versatile researcher whose contributions continue to shape both theoretical and applied robotics.