Mengdan Yan

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Mengdan Yan is a leading researcher in the emerging field of biomachine hybrid robotics, with a particular focus on sustainable energy systems for bio-integrated machines. Her work addresses one of the most critical challenges in deploying living organisms as robotic platforms—ensuring reliable, lightweight, and long-lasting power sources for onboard control backpacks. Her highly cited 2023 review, “A Review of Energy Supply for Biomachine Hybrid Robots,” which has garnered 68 citations, systematically evaluates current energy supply technologies and outlines future pathways for powering robots used in wilderness rescue, ecological monitoring, and hazardous area surveying. This foundational contribution has helped define the research agenda for the field, bridging gaps between biology, materials science, and robotics. Yan’s work is instrumental in advancing the practical deployment of biomachine hybrids, offering critical insights into energy efficiency and system miniaturization. Her research continues to inspire new approaches to autonomous, bio-inspired systems, making her a key voice in the next generation of robotics innovation.