Xuxu Zhang
Papers
2
Total Citations
4
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2
About
Xuxu Zhang is a robotics researcher whose work focuses on the design and dynamical analysis of in-pipe inspection robots. His research addresses the critical challenge of enabling robots to navigate long distances and complex geometries within pipeline systems. Zhang’s major contributions include the development of a novel composite in-pipe robot mechanism that integrates fluid medium and motor drive, which is essential for achieving long-range inspection capabilities. He has also conducted in-depth studies on the dynamical modeling of chain pipeline robots, particularly their ability to traverse pipe elbows, a notoriously difficult maneuver for such systems. By establishing mathematical models for elbow passing, his work provides crucial design parameters that influence robot stability and performance. While his most-cited papers currently hold 2 citations each, they represent foundational work in a specialized field. Zhang’s research is notable for its practical application in industrial pipeline maintenance, offering a pathway toward more autonomous and reliable inspection systems that can operate in challenging environments.
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- 2Dynamical Modeling of Chain Pipeline Robot Passing Through Elbow2 citations · 2018