Te-Hsin Chang

Tokyo Institute of Technology, National Taiwan University

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Dr. Te-Hsin Chang is a robotics researcher whose work bridges soft actuation and rehabilitation technology. Her primary research areas include soft robotics, wearable assistive devices, and dynamic systems analysis. Dr. Chang’s most significant contribution is the development of soft robotic rehabilitation gloves powered by thin McKibben muscles, a novel pneumatic actuator that is lightweight, flexible, and safe for human interaction. Her 2020 paper on this topic, which has garnered 30 citations, demonstrates a fully prototyped glove designed to assist hand opening and closing motions for postoperative or spasticity patients—addressing a critical need as the patient population grows while medical personnel shrink. Earlier work includes a 2017 study on a 3-link gymnastic robot, where she combined simulation and experiment to analyze the dynamics of front-flip motions, identifying key parameters for controlled movement. Dr. Chang’s research stands out for its direct clinical relevance: her rehabilitation glove prototypes offer a practical, low-cost alternative to conventional devices, potentially improving recovery outcomes for stroke survivors and individuals with hand impairments. Her work exemplifies how soft robotics can create safer, more accessible assistive technologies for real-world rehabilitation.