Zhilin Xu

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Dr. Zhilin Xu is a leading researcher in surgical robotics and haptic sensing, with a primary focus on enhancing the dexterity and sensory feedback of flexible endoscopic systems. His most cited work, "Distal End Force Sensing with Optical Fiber Bragg Gratings for Tendon-Sheath Mechanisms in Flexible Endoscopic Robots" (2018, 35 citations), tackles the critical challenge of providing accurate haptic feedback in minimally invasive surgery. Dr. Xu pioneered the integration of Fiber Bragg Grating (FBG) sensors into tendon-sheath mechanisms (TSMs), overcoming the severe nonlinear friction and force hysteresis that plague these transmission systems. By enabling precise distal-end force sensing, his research directly improves a surgeon’s tactile awareness during delicate procedures, significantly advancing the safety and efficacy of flexible endoscopic robots. This foundational contribution has established him as a key innovator in medical mechatronics, bridging the gap between soft robotics and high-fidelity sensing. His work not only addresses a fundamental bottleneck in surgical tool design but also opens new pathways for autonomous and teleoperated interventions, making him a vital figure for students and researchers interested in the future of robot-assisted surgery.