2022
Chen B., Wang N., Wang R.,Automatic Design of Dielectric Elastomer-Based Crawling Robots Using Shape and Topology Optimization (2023) Journal of Mechanisms and Robotics, 15 (2), art. no. 021006
Li C., Wang N., Chen B., Shang G., Zhang X., Chen W.Spatial compliance modeling and optimization of a translational joint using corrugated flexure units (2022) Mechanism and Machine Theory, 176, art. no. 104962
Li C., Wang N., Chen K., Zhang X. Prescribed flexible orientation workspace and performance comparison of non-redundant 3-DOF planar parallel mechanisms (2022) Mechanism and Machine Theory, 168, art. no. 104602
Wang N., Yue F., Huang J., Zhang X.Design of Multi-unit Passive Exoskeleton for Running (2022) Lecture Notes in Computer Science (including subseries Lecture Notes in Artificial Intelligence and Lecture Notes in Bioinformatics), 13457 LNAI, pp. 686 – 697
Wang N., Zhou J., Zhong K., Zhang X., Chen W.Force Tracking Impedance Control Based on Contour Following Algorithm (2022) Lecture Notes in Computer Science (including subseries Lecture Notes in Artificial Intelligence and Lecture Notes in Bioinformatics), 13457 LNAI, pp. 698 – 709
Wang N., Shi X., Zhong K., Zhang X., Chen W. A Path Correction Method Based on Global and Local Matching for Robotic Autonomous Systems(2022) Journal of Intelligent and Robotic Systems: Theory and Applications, 104 (1), art. no. 7
2021
Li C, Wang N, Yue F Optimization of Translational Flexure Joints Using Corrugated Units Under Stress Constraints[J]. J. Mechanisms Robotics, 2021, : 1-12.
Wang N, Chen B, Ge X Design, Kinematics, and Application of Axially and Radially Expandable Modular Soft Pneumatic Actuators[J]. J. Mechanisms Robotics, 2021, 13(2)
Chen B, Wang N, Chen H Study of an eccentric dielectric elastomer motor and its application for soft robots[J]. Smart Materials and Structures, 2021, 30(4) : 045014-.
Wang N, Chen B, Guo H “Design of dielectric elastomer grippers using Bezier curves.” Mechanism and Machine Theory 158 (2021):104216
Wang N, Chen B, Ge X “Modular crawling robots using soft pneumatic actuators.” Frontiers of Mechanical Engineering 16.1 (2021):163-175.
Wang N, Zhong K, Shi X Furzy-Pl double-layer stability control of an online vision-based tracking system.lntelligent Service Robotics,14(2),187-197.
2020
Wang N, Zhong K, Shi X, Zhang X. A robust weld seam recognition method under heavy noise based on structured-light vision. Robotics and Computer-Integrated Manufacturing. 2020;61.
Huang Y, Zheng Y, Wang N, Ota J, Zhang X. Peg-in-hole assembly based on master-slave coordination for a compliant dual-arm robot. Assembly Automation. 2020;40(2):189-98.
Chen B, Wang N, Zhang X, Chen W. Design of dielectric elastomer actuators using topology optimization on electrodes. Smart Materials And Structures. 2020;29(7).
Wang, N., H. Zhu, and X. Zhang. Multi-scale Crack Detection Based on Keypoint Detection and Minimal Path Technique. in International Conference on Intelligent Robotics and Applications. 2020. Springer.
Wang, N., et al. A Method for Welding Track Correction Based on Emulational Laser and Trajectory. in International Conference on Intelligent Robotics and Applications. 2020. Springer.
Wang, N., et al. A Brief Simulation Method for Coded Structured Light Based 3D Reconstruction. in International Conference on Intelligent Robotics and Applications. 2020. Springer.
Wang, N., et al. Research on Point Cloud Processing Algorithm Applied to Robot Safety Detection. in International Conference on Intelligent Robotics and Applications. 2020. Springer.
Wang, N., G. Lin, and X. Zhang. Human Gait Analysis Method Based on Kinect Sensor. in International Conference on Intelligent Robotics and Applications. 2020. Springer.
Li, C. and N. Wang. Design and Development of sEMG-Controlled Prosthetic Hand with Temperature and Pressure Sensory Feedback. in International Conference on Intelligent Robotics and Applications. 2020. Springer.
2019
Wang N, Zhang Z, Zhang X. Stiffness analysis of corrugated flexure beam using stiffness matrix method. Proceedings Of the Institution Of Mechanical Engineers Part C-Journal Of Mechanical Engineering Science. 2019;233(5):1818-27.
Wang N, Zhang Z, Yue F, Zhang X. Design and analysis of translational joints using corrugated flexural beams with conic curve segments. Mechanism and Machine Theory. 2019;132:223-35.Wang N, Zhang Z, Yue F, Zhang X. Exploration of Translational Joint Design Using Corrugated Flexure Units with Bezier Curve Segments. Journal of Mechanical Design, Transactions of the ASME. 2019;141(5).
Wang N, Lao K, Zhang X, Lin J, Zhang X. The recognition of grasping force using LDA. Biomedical Signal Processing And Control. 2019;47:393-400.
Wang N, Guo H, Chen B, Cui C, Zhang X. Integrated Design of Actuation and Mechanism of Dielectric Elastomers Using Topology Optimization Based on Fat Bezier Curves. Soft Robotics. 2019;6(5):644-56.
Wang N, Guo H, Chen B, Cui C, Zhang X. Design of dielectric elastomer actuator using topology optimization method based on genetic algorithm. Smart Materials And Structures. 2019;28(6).
Wang N, Cui C, Chen B, Guo H, Zhang X. Design of translational and rotational bistable actuators based on dielectric elastomer. Journal of Mechanisms and Robotics. 2019;11(4).
Yang L, Xu C, Qu Y, Wang N, editors. Time-optimal Planning Within Constraints in Robots Operating Space. 9th IEEE International Conference on Cyber Technology in Automation, Control and Intelligent Systems, CYBER 2019, July 29, 2019 – August 2, 2019; 2019; Suzhou, China: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Yang L, Wan Z, Qu Y, Wang N, editors. Vibration Suppression of Flexible Systems by Velocity Feedback. 9th IEEE International Conference on Cyber Technology in Automation, Control and Intelligent Systems, CYBER 2019, July 29, 2019 – August 2, 2019; 2019; Suzhou, China: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Wang N, Zhong Y, Zhang X, editors. An improved model to estimate muscle-tendon mechanics and energetics during walking with a passive ankle exoskeleton. 12th International Conference on Intelligent Robotics and Applications, ICIRA 2019, August 8, 2019 – August 11, 2019; 2019; Shenyang, China: Springer Verlag.
Wang N, Yue F, Li C, Zhang X, editors. Optimization of a 2DoF positioning stage using corrugated flexure units under stress constraints. ASME 2019 International Design Engineering Technical Conferences and Computers and Information in Engineering Conference, IDETC-CIE 2019, August 18, 2019 – August 21, 2019; 2019; Anaheim, CA, United states: American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME).
Wang N, Yin S, Zhong K, Zhang X, editors. A Method to Deal with Recognition Deviation Based on Trajectory Estimation in Real-Time Seam Tracking. 12th International Conference on Intelligent Robotics and Applications, ICIRA 2019, August 8, 2019 – August 11, 2019; 2019; Shenyang, China: Springer Verlag.
Wang N, Liang X, Zhang Z, Li C, Zhang X, Yang L, editors. Design and Control of a Decoupled Micro-positioning Stage Using Corrugated Flexure Units. 9th IEEE International Conference on Cyber Technology in Automation, Control and Intelligent Systems, CYBER 2019, July 29, 2019 – August 2, 2019; 2019; Suzhou, China: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Wang N, He Y, Zhang X, editors. A methodology for multi-goal trajectory planning in welding. 12th International Conference on Intelligent Robotics and Applications, ICIRA 2019, August 8, 2019 – August 11, 2019; 2019; Shenyang, China: Springer Verlag.
2018
Wang N, Zhang Z, Zhang X, Liang X. Performance Comparison and Analysis of Three 2-DOF Compliant Precision Positioning Stages. Jixie Gongcheng Xuebao/Journal of Mechanical Engineering. 2018;54(13):102-9.
Wang N, Zhang Z, Zhang X, Cui C. Optimization of a 2-DOF micro-positioning stage using corrugated flexure units. Mechanism And Machine Theory. 2018;121:683-96.
Wang N, Guo H, Chen B, Cui C, Zhang X. Design of a rotary dielectric elastomer actuator using a topology optimization method based on pairs of curves. Smart Materials And Structures. 2018;27(5).
Wang N, Cui C, Guo H, Chen B, Zhang X. Advances in dielectric elastomer actuation technology. Science China Technological Sciences. 2018;61(10):1512-27.
Wang N, Zhou J, Zhang X, editors. Research on the Estimation of Sensor Bias and Parameters of Load Based on Force-Feedback. 11th International Conference on Intelligent Robotics and Applications, ICIRA 2018, August 9, 2018 – August 11, 2018; 2018; Newcastle, NSW, Australia: Springer Verlag.
Wang N, Zhang Z, Zhang X, editors. Design of a micro-positioning stage using corrugated flexure beam with cubic Bezier curve segments. ASME 2018 International Design Engineering Technical Conferences and Computers and Information in Engineering Conference, IDETC/CIE 2018, August 26, 2018 – August 29, 2018; 2018; Quebec City, QC, Canada: American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME).
Wang N, Cui C, Chen B, Zhang X, editors. Design and Analysis of Bistable Dielectric Elastomer Actuator with Buckling Beam. 3rd International Conference on Manipulation, Automation and Robotics at Small Scales, MARSS 2018, July 4, 2018 – July 8, 2018; 2018; Nagoya, Japan: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
2017
Wang N, Lao K, Zhang X. Design and Myoelectric Control of an Anthropomorphic Prosthetic Hand. Journal of Bionic Engineering. 2017;14(1):47-59.
Wang N, Zhang Z, Zhang X, Cui L, editors. Design of a 3DOF precision positioning stage based on corrugated flexible units. 4th IFToMM Asian Conference on Mechanism and Machine Science, ASIAN MMS 2016 and International Conference on Mechanism and Machine Science of China, CCMMS 2016, December 15, 2016 – December 17, 2016; 2017; Guangzhou, China: Springer Verlag.
Wang N, Zhang Z, Zhang X, editors. A methodology to determine the high performance area of 6R industrial robot. 10th International Conference on Intelligent Robotics and Applications, ICIRA 2017, August 16, 2017 – August 18, 2017; 2017; Wuhan, China: Springer Verlag.
Wang N, Zhang F, Zhang X, editors. Development of industrial robot teach pendant based on WinCE. 4th IFToMM Asian Conference on Mechanism and Machine Science, ASIAN MMS 2016 and International Conference on Mechanism and Machine Science of China, CCMMS 2016, December 15, 2016 – December 17, 2016; 2017; Guangzhou, China: Springer Verlag.
Wang N, Zhang F, Zhang X, editors. Kinematics analysis and simulation of two-robot coordination in welding. 4th IFToMM Asian Conference on Mechanism and Machine Science, ASIAN MMS 2016 and International Conference on Mechanism and Machine Science of China, CCMMS 2016, December 15, 2016 – December 17, 2016; 2017; Guangzhou, China: Springer Verlag.
Wang N, Shi X, Zhang X, editors. Recognition of initial welding position based on structured-light for arc welding robot. 10th International Conference on Intelligent Robotics and Applications, ICIRA 2017, August 16, 2017 – August 18, 2017; 2017; Wuhan, China: Springer Verlag.
Wang N, Guo H, Cui C, Zhang X, Hu K, editors. A boundary reconstruction algorithm used in compliant mechanism topology optimization design. 4th IFToMM Asian Conference on Mechanism and Machine Science, ASIAN MMS 2016 and International Conference on Mechanism and Machine Science of China, CCMMS 2016, December 15, 2016 – December 17, 2016; 2017; Guangzhou, China: Springer Verlag.
Wang N, Guo H, Chen B, Zhang X, editors. Design of a rotary dielectric elastomer actuator using topology optimization method. 1st International Conference on Manipulation, Automation and Robotics at Small Scales, MARSS 2017, July 17, 2017 – July 21, 2017; 2017; Montreal, QC, Canada: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Wang N, Ge X, Guo H, Cui C, Zhang X, editors. A kind of soft pneumatic actuator based on multi-material 3D print technology. 2017 IEEE International Conference on Robotics and Biomimetics, ROBIO 2017, December 5, 2017 – December 8, 2017; 2017; Macau, China: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Wang N, Cui C, Chen B, Zhang X, editors. A Soft Gripper Based on Dielectric Elastomer Actuator. 7th IEEE Annual International Conference on CYBER Technology in Automation, Control, and Intelligent Systems, CYBER 2017, July 31, 2017 – August 4, 2017; 2017; Honolulu, HI, United states: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
2016
Zhu B, Zhang X, Wang N, Fatikow S. Optimize heat conduction problem using level set method with a weighting based velocity constructing scheme. International Journal Of Heat And Mass Transfer. 2016;99:441-51.
Zhang X-m, Hu K, Wang N-f, Guo H. Design of thermal-mechanical coupling multiple-material compliant mechanisms based on parallel strategy. Journal of South China University of Technology (Natural Science Edition). 2016;44(10):22-9.
Zhang X, Hu K, Wang N, Zhang B. Multi-objective topology optimization of multiple materials compliant mechanisms based on parallel strategy. Jixie Gongcheng Xuebao/Journal of Mechanical Engineering. 2016;52(19):1-8.
Wang N-f, Lao K-y, Zhang X-m. Design of an Anthropomorphic Prosthetic Hand with Elastic Joints. Journal of South China University of Technology (Natural Science Edition). 2016;44(10):15-21, 9.
2015
Zhu B, Zhang X, Fatikow S, Wang N. Bi-directional evolutionary level set method for topology optimization. Engineering Optimization. 2015;47(3):390-406.
Wang N, Liang X, Zhang X. Stiffness analysis of corrugated flexure beam used in compliant mechanisms. Chinese Journal of Mechanical Engineering (English Edition). 2015;28(4):776-84.
Yang L, Zhang X, Wang N, Huang Y, editors. Contact point layout effects on gripping device. 14th International Federation for the Promotion of Mechanism and Machine Science World Congress, IFToMM 2015, October 25, 2015 – October 30, 2015; 2015; Taipei, Taiwan: National Taiwan University.
Yang L, Wang N, editors. Decoupling control based on dynamic model of 4-DOF wafer handling robot. 8th International Conference on Intelligent Robotics and Applications, ICIRA 2015, August 24, 2015 – August 27, 2015; 2015; Portsmouth, United kingdom: Springer Verlag.
Wang N, Zheng C, Zhang X, editors. Efficient collision detection for industrial robot simulation system. 8th International Conference on Intelligent Robotics and Applications, ICIRA 2015, August 24, 2015 – August 27, 2015; 2015; Portsmouth, United kingdom: Springer Verlag.
Wang N, Liu J, Wei S, Zhang X, editors. A vision location system design of glue dispensing robot. 8th International Conference on Intelligent Robotics and Applications, ICIRA 2015, August 24, 2015 – August 27, 2015; 2015; Portsmouth, United kingdom: Springer Verlag.
2014
Zhu B, Zhang X, Wang N, Fatikow S. Topology optimization of hinge-free compliant Mechanisms using level set Methods. Engineering Optimization. 2014;46(5):580-605.
Zhang X, Liu H, Chen Z, Wang N. Intelligent Robotics and Applications: 7th International Conference, ICIRA 2014 Guangzhou, China, December 17-20, 2014 Proceedings, Part I. Lecture Notes in Computer Science (including subseries Lecture Notes in Artificial Intelligence and Lecture Notes in Bioinformatics). 2014;8917.
Wang N, Liang X, Zhang X. Pseudo-rigid-body model for corrugated cantilever beam used in compliant mechanisms. Chinese Journal of Mechanical Engineering (English Edition). 2014;27(1):122-9.
Wang N, Lao K, Zhang X. Design of an anthropomorphic prosthetic hand with EMG control. Lecture Notes in Computer Science (including subseries Lecture Notes in Artificial Intelligence and Lecture Notes in Bioinformatics). 2014;8917:300-8.
Wang N, Chen Y, Zhang X. Realtime recognition of multi-finger prehensile gestures. Biomedical Signal Processing And Control. 2014;13:262-9.
Xu Z, Wei S, Wang N, Zhang X, editors. Trajectory planning with bezier curve in cartesian space for industrial gluing robot. 7th International Conference on Intelligent Robotics and Applications, ICIRA 2014, December 17, 2014 – December 20, 2014; 2014; Guangzhou, China: Springer Verlag.
Wang N, Zhang X, editors. Multi-material topology optimization of complaint mechanism using ground structure approach. 4th International Conference on Manipulation, Manufacturing and Measurement on the Nanoscale, 3M-NANO 2014, October 27, 2014 – October 31, 2014; 2014; Taipei, Taiwan: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Wang N, Liu J, Wei S, Xu Z, Zhang X, editors. The control system design of a scara robot. 7th International Conference on Intelligent Robotics and Applications, ICIRA 2014, December 17, 2014 – December 20, 2014; 2014; Guangzhou, China: Springer Verlag.
Wang N, Liang X, Zhang X, editors. Design and analysis of a novel XY micro-positioning stage used corrugated flexure beams. 7th International Conference on Intelligent Robotics and Applications, ICIRA 2014, December 17, 2014 – December 20, 2014; 2014; Guangzhou, China: Springer Verlag.
2013
Zhu B, Zhang X, Wang N. Topology optimization of hinge-free compliant mechanisms with multiple outputs using level set method. Structural And Multidisciplinary Optimization. 2013;47(5):659-72.
Wang NF, Zhang XM, Yang YW. A hybrid genetic algorithm for constrained multi-objective optimization under uncertainty and target matching problems. Applied Soft Computing. 2013;13(8):3636-45.
Wang N, Chen Y, Zhang X. The recognition of multi-finger prehensile postures using LDA. Biomedical Signal Processing And Control. 2013;8(6):706-12.
Jin M, Zhang X, Zhu B, Wang N. Spring-joint method for topology optimization of planar passive compliant mechanisms. Chinese Journal of Mechanical Engineering (English Edition). 2013;26(6):1063-72.
2012
Wang N, Zhang X. Compliant mechanisms design based on pairs of curves. Science China-Technological Sciences. 2012;55(8):2099-106.
Wang N, Zhang X, editors. Design of a topology optimal compliant microgripper using fat Bezier curves. 2012 2nd International Conference on Manipulation, Manufacturing and Measurement on the Nanoscale, 3M-NANO 2012, August 29, 2012 – September 1, 2012; 2012; Xi’an, China: IEEE Computer Society.
Wang N, Zhang X, editors. Mechanical design of a compliant prosthesis finger by structural topology optimization. 2012 IEEE International Conference on Robotics and Biomimetics, ROBIO 2012, December 11, 2012 – December 14, 2012; 2012; Guangzhou, China: IEEE Computer Society.
2011
Li D-m, Zhang X-m, Wang N-f, Guan Y-s. Topology optimization of thermo-mechanical coupling structures based on reliability constraint. Journal of South China University of Technology. 2011;39(6):42-6, 52.
Li D, Zhang X, Guan Y, Zhang H, Wang N. Multi-objective topology optimization of thermo-mechanical compliant mechanisms. Chinese Journal of Mechanical Engineering (English Edition). 2011;24(6):1123-9.
2010
Wang NF, Tai K. Design of 2-DOF Compliant Mechanisms to Form Grip-and-Move Manipulators for 2D Workspace. Journal Of Mechanical Design. 2010;132(3).
Wang NF, Tai K. Target matching problems and an adaptive constraint strategy for multiobjective design optimization using genetic algorithms. Computers & Structures. 2010;88(19-20):1064-76.
2009
Wang NF, Yang YW. Structural design optimization subjected to uncertainty using fat Bezier curve. Computer Methods In Applied Mechanics And Engineering. 2009;199(1-4):210-9.
2008
Wang NF, Tai K. Design of grip-and-move manipulators using symmetric path generating compliant mechanisms. Journal Of Mechanical Design. 2008;130(11).
Wang N, Yang Y, Tai K, editors. Hybrid genetic algorithm for designing structures subjected to uncertainty. 2008 IEEE International Conference on Systems, Man and Cybernetics, SMC 2008, October 12, 2008 – October 15, 2008; 2008; Singapore, Singapore: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Tai K, Wang N, Yang Y, editors. Hybrid ga multiobjective optimization for the design of compliant micro actuators. 2008 IEEE International Conference on Systems, Man and Cybernetics, SMC 2008, October 12, 2008 – October 15, 2008; 2008; Singapore, Singapore: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.