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Jeong-Seop Lee is a leading figure in the field of in-pipe robotics, specializing in the design and autonomous navigation of inspection robots for complex pipeline networks. His major contributions center on developing intelligent drive mechanisms and vision-based navigation systems that enable robots to traverse challenging pipeline elements like elbows and branches. His seminal work on the MRINSPECT V (Multifunctional Robotic crawler for In-pipe inSPECTion V) introduced a clutch-based selective drive algorithm, allowing for modular and stable movement within 8-inch diameter pipes. Lee’s research on landmark recognition using shadow images of pipeline features has been pivotal for autonomous navigation, with his 2009 paper on this topic garnering 46 citations. His most cited work, "In-pipe robot based on selective drive mechanism" (2009), has been referenced 81 times, underscoring its impact on the field. Additionally, his development of flexible suspension mechanisms for differential drive robots addresses critical stability issues on uneven terrains. Through these innovations, Lee has significantly advanced the reliability and autonomy of in-pipe inspection systems, making him a key contributor to industrial robotics and infrastructure maintenance.