Zhanwei Wang

Zhanwei Wang is an Unpaid employee at the Department of Applied Mechanics and the Federated labs AI and Robotics at Vrije Universiteit Brussel. His research focuses on soft robotics, self-healing materials, fluid dynamics, and vacuum technology. He holds a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from VUB (2024), focusing on encoding physical intelligence into soft robotics via smart materials and continuum mechanics. Prior degrees include a Master's in Chemical Process Equipment (Northeastern University, China, 2020) and a Bachelor's in Process Equipment and Control Engineering (Northeastern University, China, 2017). His work emphasizes interdisciplinary innovation in robotics, sustainability, and material science.

• Key Research Areas: Self-healing robots, 3D printing for robotics, fluid dynamics in soft systems.
• Recent Collaborations: Peer reviews for Sensors Journal, IEEE Robotics & Automation Letters, and the 2025 IEEE/RSJ IROS conference.

His publications explore adaptive robotic systems, sensor integration, and sustainable material solutions. He participated in the IMEC ITF World 2024 conference and contributed to media discussions on self-locking suction cups for robots.