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About
Zewei Ren is a pioneering researcher in the field of triboelectric nanogenerators (TENGs) and self-powered sensor systems, with a focus on developing innovative tactile and motion-sensing technologies. His major contributions include the creation of fully elastic, metal-free tactile sensors capable of detecting both normal and tangential forces, a fundamental advancement for simulating human touch in robotics. Ren also developed inflammation-free, gas-permeable on-skin TENGs using soluble nanofibers, enhancing biocompatibility for wearable applications. His work on bionic antennae arrays, inspired by cockroach antennae, enables noncontact motion identification, while his research on vapor-responsive PDMS films and TENG-driven actuators has advanced smart materials and robotic hands. With over 460 citations across his most-cited papers, Ren’s impact is evident in his highly influential 2018 study on tactile sensors (165 citations) and his innovative use of ambient electromagnetic waves for tactile perception. His recent work on achieving zero leakage and ultralong lifespan in microvalves through structural superlubrication and TENG technologies further underscores his role in advancing fluid control systems for soft robotics and medical devices.
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- 7Motion behavior of water droplets driven by triboelectric nanogenerator38 citations · 2018
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