Qinglong Chen

Chinese Academy of Sciences, Jiaxing University

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Qinglong Chen is a leading researcher at the intersection of soft robotics, biomimetics, and advanced materials, with a particular focus on bio-inspired locomotion and flexible electronics. His most cited work, “Designs of the Biomimetic Robotic Fishes Performing Body and/or Caudal Fin (BCF) Swimming Locomotion: A Review” (2021, 65 citations), provides a comprehensive synthesis of robotic fish design principles, establishing a foundational reference for researchers in underwater robotics and bio-inspired propulsion. This review has become a key resource for understanding the mechanics and control of BCF swimming, influencing subsequent work in autonomous underwater vehicles. More recently, Chen has pushed the boundaries of soft material engineering. In his 2023 study on “Asymmetric and Skin-Mimicking Hydrogels with Wide Temperature Tolerance and Superior Elasticity for High-Performance Strain Sensors” (10 citations), he developed a novel polyacrylamide-based double-network hydrogel system. This material achieves exceptional mechanical resilience and thermal stability, making it highly suitable for electronic skins and soft robotic applications. By combining rigorous materials design with practical sensing performance, Chen’s work bridges fundamental polymer science and real-world device engineering, offering promising pathways for next-generation wearable and robotic technologies.