Zhilei Zhang

Qingdao University, Dalian Ocean University

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Zhilei Zhang is a pioneering researcher working at the intersection of telemedicine and soft robotics, with a focus on enabling high-stakes remote surgical applications. His most impactful work centers on applying Deterministic Networking (DetNet) technology to dramatically reduce network latency in urological telesurgery. In a landmark retrospective study (2022, 12 citations), Zhang demonstrated that DetNet can effectively control network delay—a critical barrier to safe remote operations—potentially revolutionizing telemedicine by making real-time, long-distance surgery more reliable and precise. Beyond networking, Zhang has made notable contributions to soft robotics through bio-inspired design. His 2024 study introduces a novel "dual biomimetic structure" that draws from plant cell walls and honeycomb geometries to create flexible shells capable of both significant deformation and heavy load-bearing. This innovation addresses a fundamental challenge in soft robotics: achieving strength without sacrificing flexibility. By bridging deterministic communication protocols with advanced robotic structures, Zhang is laying the groundwork for a new generation of resilient, high-performance surgical robots that can operate safely across vast distances.