Pei Tang
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Pei Tang is a leading researcher in the field of soft robotics and actuation systems, with a primary focus on variable stiffness actuators (VSAs) and pneumatic mechanisms. Their most-cited work, "Modeling and Experimental Evaluation of a Pneumatic Variable Stiffness Actuator" (2021, 45 citations), introduces a novel VSA that absorbs and reuses positive-negative power between the load and motor, significantly enhancing robotic joint efficiency and impact resistance. This contribution addresses a critical limitation of traditional motor-mechanism-based VSAs by integrating pneumatic elastomers, offering a more adaptive and energy-efficient solution for human-robot interaction and rehabilitation devices. Tang’s research bridges theoretical modeling with experimental validation, providing a robust framework for designing safer, more responsive robotic systems. Their work has been widely recognized for advancing the practical deployment of soft actuators in dynamic environments, with applications ranging from assistive exoskeletons to industrial automation. By pioneering pneumatic-based stiffness modulation, Tang has opened new pathways for creating robots that can safely interact with humans while maintaining high performance, making them a key figure in the next generation of adaptive robotics.
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