Zhaofeng Tang

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Dr. Zhaofeng Tang specializes in maritime robotics and intelligent control systems, with a focused expertise in motion-inhibition control for moored vessels. His pioneering work addresses the critical challenge of stabilizing large ships during mooring operations using multi-robot systems. Tang’s most-cited paper, “Research on a motion-inhibition fuzzy control method for moored ship with multi-robot system” (2022, 15 citations), introduces an innovative fuzzy logic approach that coordinates multiple robotic agents to counteract wave-induced ship motion. His follow-up study, “Motion-inhibition control of a multi-robot mooring system using an actuating force fuzzy control method” (2022, 7 citations), refines this technique by optimizing actuating force distribution among robots. Together, these contributions have laid foundational groundwork for autonomous mooring systems, offering safer and more efficient alternatives to traditional manual methods. Tang’s work is particularly notable for its practical application in port automation and offshore operations, where precise motion control is paramount. By integrating fuzzy control theory with multi-robot coordination, he has opened new avenues for intelligent maritime infrastructure, making his research highly relevant for engineers and researchers advancing smart port technologies.