Zhi‐Chang Qin

Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, Shandong University of Technology, Tianjin University of Technology

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Zhi-Chang Qin is a leading researcher in robotics, with a primary focus on dextrous manipulation, closed-chain leg mechanisms, and data-driven control for underactuated systems. His foundational work, "The planning and control of robot dextrous manipulation" (2002, 15 citations), addresses the core challenge of enabling multifingered robotic hands to grasp and transfer objects in obstacle-filled environments—a critical problem in autonomous manipulation. Qin has also made significant contributions to adaptive locomotion, as demonstrated by his recent study on an adjustable Stephenson-III closed-chain leg mechanism (2023, 4 citations). By adding an extra degree of freedom to a traditional six-bar linkage, his design enhances the adaptability of single-DOF legs to unknown terrains, advancing the field of multi-legged robots. In parallel, his robust experimental study on data-driven optimal control for an underactuated rotary flexible joint (2019, 13 citations) showcases his expertise in merging control theory with practical hardware validation. With a career spanning foundational manipulation theory to innovative mechanism design and modern control methods, Qin’s work bridges classical robotics challenges and contemporary solutions, offering valuable insights for students and researchers in robotic manipulation, locomotion, and intelligent control.