Baoyang Deng

University of Notre Dame

Papers

3

Total Citations

13

H-Index

2

About

Baoyang Deng’s research lies at the intersection of optimal control theory, nonlinear dynamics, and multi-robot systems, with a particular focus on the bifurcation structures and symmetries that emerge in coordinated robotic formations. His work reveals that optimal solutions for distributed robotic systems are not merely multiple but possess a rich, organized structure shaped by underlying symmetries. By employing numerical and homotopy methods, Deng has systematically mapped these bifurcations in two-point boundary-value problems, offering a deeper understanding of how optimal formation control problems transition between distinct solution branches. Although his most-cited papers, spanning from 2009 to 2016, have accumulated modest citation counts (totaling 13), their conceptual depth is significant. They provide foundational insights into why and how optimal trajectories for mobile robots can bifurcate, a phenomenon often overlooked in standard optimization. Deng’s contributions are particularly valuable for researchers designing robust, decentralized control algorithms, as his work highlights the need to account for solution multiplicity and symmetry-breaking in real-world multi-agent systems. His studies remain a thoughtful reference point for those exploring the mathematical elegance underlying practical robotic coordination.

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H-Index
3
Papers
13
Total Citations
4
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
Bifurcations and symmetries of optimal solutions for distributed robotic systems
6 citations · 2009
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2009 (1 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 4
🏛 Institutions: University of Notre Dame

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