Chengpei Li
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About
Chengpei Li is a biomechanics researcher whose work bridges experimental biology and computational modeling to uncover how insects move, jump, and recover from falls. Their primary research focuses on the locomotion strategies of the spotted lanternfly (*Lycorma delicatula*), an invasive species in the United States, with implications for both ecology and bioinspired robotics. In a highly cited 2023 study (7 citations), Li used 3D modeling and computer simulations to analyze the jumping performance of lanternfly nymphs, revealing how these insects achieve controlled takeoffs and landings on diverse surfaces—a critical ability for dispersal and predator avoidance. Building on this, a 2024 study (4 citations) employed pose estimation and 3D rendered models to examine leg-mediated self-righting, demonstrating how lanternflies quickly upright themselves when overturned. This work provides a quantitative framework for understanding terrestrial self-righting, a challenge shared by animals and robots alike. Li’s innovative integration of computational tools with biological observation not only advances fundamental knowledge of insect biomechanics but also offers design principles for agile, resilient robots. Their research is particularly notable for its potential to inform pest management strategies and inspire novel robotic locomotion systems.
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