Baoquan Chang

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Baoquan Chang is a rising innovator in the field of soft robotics and flexible electronics, with a research focus on advanced functional materials and additive manufacturing. His work centers on developing intelligent, variable-stiffness soft robots (VSSRs) that integrate sensing and actuation capabilities for safer human-robot interaction. In his highly cited 2024 paper, Chang introduced liquid metal/sodium alginate composites fabricated via direct ink writing (DIW), enabling the direct printing of heating and sensing components into soft robotic structures—a breakthrough that bridges material science and robotic functionality. His 2025 study on natural-force-driven fabrication of multifunctional flexible sensors further demonstrates his ability to harness evaporation and gravity to create devices capable of pressure, proximity, and material recognition. Though early in his career, with over 10 citations across his top works, Chang’s contributions are already shaping the future of soft robotics by simplifying manufacturing processes and enhancing robot adaptability. His work holds promise for applications in wearable technology, medical devices, and autonomous systems, marking him as a researcher to watch in the evolving landscape of smart materials and bioinspired engineering.