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Ze Fu is a rising innovator in the field of reconfigurable robotics and mechanism design, with a focus on creating adaptive systems for extreme environments. His research bridges kinematic geometry and statics to develop robots capable of dynamic terrain interaction, particularly for extraterrestrial exploration. Fu’s most cited work introduces a novel wheel-legged robot with shape-changeable rims, enabling seamless transitions between rolling and legged locomotion for superior obstacle-crossing on uneven surfaces—a breakthrough in one-directional mobility limitations. With 19 citations, this paper highlights his ability to solve real-world challenges in planetary rovers and search-and-rescue platforms. Further contributions include the structural synthesis of a reconfigurable legged mobile lander for strong physical interaction with extraterrestrial terrains (9 citations) and a refined methodology for mechanism synthesis that integrates static analysis into traditional kinematic geometry (7 citations). Fu’s work is notable for its practical impact on space robotics and its theoretical advancements in reconfigurable mechanism design. As a young researcher, his growing citation record signals a promising trajectory in developing robots that adapt to the harshest environments on Earth and beyond.