Zhihuan Zhang

Ningbo University of Technology, Ningbo University

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Zhihuan Zhang is a robotics researcher whose work centers on bipedal locomotion and advanced control strategies for robotic systems. A key contribution is their comprehensive overview of underactuated biped robots, which systematically examines models, stability criteria based on hybrid zero dynamics, and the latest research in this challenging domain. This foundational paper has garnered 8 citations, reflecting its value to researchers tackling the complexities of walking robots with fewer actuators than degrees of freedom. Zhang has also made significant strides in control theory, particularly through the development of predictive function cascade control (PFC) schemes. Applied to hydraulic robot systems, this work addresses critical issues like random disturbances and parameter uncertainties—such as hydraulic natural frequency and damping factors—enhancing robustness in real-world applications. Further demonstrating their expertise, Zhang applied PFC to endpoint trajectory tracking for two-link robot manipulators, tackling the persistent problem of structural flexibility in space robotics. With a publication record spanning from 2006 to 2011, Zhang’s research bridges theoretical control methods and practical robotic challenges, offering valuable insights for students and engineers working on underactuated systems and precision control.