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Yuechuan Xue is a roboticist whose research bridges the gap between human-like dexterity and autonomous tool manipulation. His work centers on the mechanics and control of robotic hands performing everyday tasks, with a particular focus on **robotic cutting** and **dexterous tool handling**. Xue’s major contributions lie in applying **fracture mechanics and force control** to enable robots to cut natural foods with smooth, efficient knife motions—a skill that requires overcoming material toughness, managing blade friction, and controlling deformation. His 2019 paper on robotic cutting mechanics (50 citations) is a foundational work in this area. Beyond cutting, Xue has advanced the robotic manipulation of hand tools like screwdrivers and kitchen knives, tackling challenges in **finger gaiting** and **dynamic contact adaptation** to maintain stable grasps during complex maneuvers. His 2024 work on screwdriving (12 citations) represents a step toward human-level tool dexterity. With over 78 total citations across his most-cited papers, Xue’s research is shaping the future of assistive robotics, where machines must handle the nuanced, force-sensitive tasks of daily life.