Yilun Sun

Dr. Yilun Sun is a Senior Research Fellow at the Chair of Microtechnology and Medical Device Technology (MiMed) within the School of Engineering and Design at the Technical University of Munich (TUM). He has been with MiMed since December 2021 and contributes to both research and teaching activities at the institution. Dr. Sun teaches the 'Mathematical Tools (MTT)' and 'Measurement Technology and Medical Assistance Systems (MMA)' lecture courses.

His educational background includes:

• Dr.-Ing. (summa cum laude) from Technical University of Munich
• M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering from Technical University of Munich
• B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering & Automation from Shanghai Jiao Tong University

Dr. Sun's research focuses on the intersection of robotics, biomechanics, and medical device technology. His primary areas of investigation include automatic design of compliant medical instruments using bionic structural optimization methods, design optimization of continuum robots, development of compliant (soft) robotic grippers, creation of 3D-printable bistable and origami mechanisms, and design of bio-inspired quadruped robots. His work bridges theoretical mechanical engineering with practical medical applications, particularly in surgical robotics and assistive devices.

Analysis of Dr. Sun's publication record reveals a strong emphasis on bio-inspired robotics with medical applications. His research consistently applies topology optimization techniques to create compliant mechanisms for medical use. A clear progression can be observed from fundamental mechanical design principles toward increasingly sophisticated bio-inspired robotic systems. The publications demonstrate growing complexity in robotic locomotion (from simple grippers to quadruped and amphibious robots) while maintaining a focus on medical applications. His work increasingly incorporates 3D printing and additive manufacturing techniques to realize complex bio-inspired structures.

Dr. Sun is actively involved in the MiMed research group under Professor Tim C. Lueth, contributing to multiple research projects including Rescue Robotics, Robotics and Mechanisms, Medical Devices, BioRobotics, and Additive Design and Manufacturing. His work demonstrates strong collaboration with both academic researchers and medical professionals to develop practical solutions for surgical and medical challenges.