Ziqi Jin

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Ziqi Jin is a pioneering researcher in the field of micro-robotics and precision actuation, with a focus on developing compact, high-performance motion systems. Their most notable contribution is the design and realization of a cubic centimeter-scale robot driven by inertial stick–slip mechanisms, a breakthrough that demonstrates how centimeter-sized devices can achieve precise, controllable locomotion without bulky external power sources. This work, published in 2019 and garnering 18 citations, has been instrumental in advancing the miniaturization of robotic systems for applications in confined environments, such as medical diagnostics, micro-assembly, and exploration. Jin’s research bridges fundamental tribology and applied robotics, offering a scalable approach to creating agile, low-cost micro-robots. By addressing the challenges of friction and inertia at small scales, their findings have inspired further innovations in soft robotics and piezoelectric actuators. As a researcher dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what is possible at the millimeter scale, Jin’s work continues to influence the design of next-generation autonomous micro-systems, making them a key figure in the evolution of compact, intelligent machines.