Shiyue Zhang

Tianjin Economic-Technological Development Area

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Shiyue Zhang is a robotics researcher specializing in rescue robotics, with a focus on enhancing the mobility and sensing capabilities of robots in disaster response scenarios. Her key research areas include transformable locomotion systems and non-contact physiological monitoring for search and rescue operations. Zhang’s major contribution is the design of a novel rescue robot with transformable wheels that can switch between wheeled and legged modes, enabling it to navigate complex terrains such as rubble and uneven surfaces—a critical advancement for real-world rescue missions. This work, published in 2019, has garnered 11 citations, reflecting its relevance in the field. Additionally, she pioneered a vision-based method for non-contact vital signals measurement, allowing mobile rescue robots to detect human heart rate and respiration from video footage without physical contact. This innovation, with 6 citations, addresses the urgent need for remote physiological assessment of trapped victims. Zhang’s work bridges mechanical design and computer vision, offering practical solutions for improving the effectiveness of autonomous rescue systems in life-threatening environments.