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Hongdao Ma is a researcher at the forefront of medical robotics, specializing in rehabilitation exoskeleton systems for upper limb recovery. His work focuses on integrating signal processing, embedded systems, and human-robot interaction to create accessible, portable solutions for stroke survivors and individuals with hemiplegia. Ma’s most cited paper, “Real-Time Evaluation of the Signal Processing of sEMG Used in Limb Exoskeleton Rehabilitation System” (2018, 38 citations), demonstrates his pioneering approach to using surface electromyography for real-time control and assessment of robotic therapy. He further advanced the field with the design and evaluation of a 3-degree-of-freedom upper limb rehabilitation exoskeleton (2017, 14 citations), which combines principles from rehabilitation medicine, human anatomy, and robotics. His work on an embedded system-based portable rehabilitation robot (2018, 6 citations) addresses critical challenges in cost and therapist shortages, making therapy more accessible. By bridging biomechanics and intelligent control, Ma’s research directly impacts the development of affordable, effective rehabilitation technologies, offering new hope for restoring motor function in patients with neurological impairments.