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Zhennan Li is a pioneering researcher in bio-inspired robotics, with a focus on soft robotics and tactile sensing technologies. His work bridges the gap between biological systems and engineered devices, drawing inspiration from nature to solve complex engineering challenges. Li’s major contributions include the development of a fluid-driven soft robotic fish that mimics fish muscle architecture, achieving 30 citations since 2022. This innovation addresses a critical gap in artificial fish design by replicating the contraction patterns of biological muscle, rather than merely copying external morphology. Additionally, Li introduced a smart bionic finger capable of subsurface tactile tomography (2023, 9 citations), enabling robots to sense material properties beneath surfaces—a breakthrough for non-destructive testing and medical diagnostics. His research has significant implications for soft robotics, prosthetics, and human-robot interaction. By integrating biological principles with advanced engineering, Li is advancing the capabilities of robotic systems, making them more adaptable and perceptive. His work continues to inspire new approaches in bio-inspired design and tactile sensing.