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Ziwei Wan is a robotics researcher whose work spans robot kinematics, calibration systems, legged locomotion, and surgical robotics. Best known for developing the MultiCal device — an affordable, µm-level-accuracy tool for onsite kinematic calibration of industrial robot manipulators — Wan has made practical contributions to closing the gap between laboratory precision and real-world industrial deployment. The MultiCal system, costing under US$5,000, represents a significant democratization of high-precision robot calibration, enabling manufacturers and operators to maintain accuracy without expensive metrology infrastructure. This work, published across multiple 2023 studies, has already accumulated notable early citation traction (8 citations each), reflecting strong community interest. Beyond industrial robotics, Wan's 2019 paper on multi-module controllers for walking quadruped robots (11 citations) demonstrates a foundational interest in autonomous locomotion and adaptive control. His work in surgical robotics, particularly a compliance control strategy for managing body movement during percutaneous lung surgery, highlights a commitment to translating robotic precision into life-critical medical applications. Together, Wan's research portfolio reveals a researcher dedicated to making robots more accurate, adaptable, and practically deployable — from factory floors to operating theaters.