Yu She

Dr. Yu She is an Assistant Professor at the Edwardson School of Industrial Engineering, Purdue University, specializing in robotics, mechanism design, and tactile perception. His research focuses on developing advanced robotic systems for manufacturing and automation, with an emphasis on multi-sensor integration and machine learning applications.

Education:

• Postdoc, Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Lab, MIT (2018-2021)
• PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Ohio State University (2018)
• MS in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Ohio State University (2018)
• MS in Mechanical Engineering, Harbin Institute of Technology, Shenzhen (2014)
• BS in Mechanical Engineering, Taiyuan University of Technology (2011)

His research explores the intersection of robotics, machine learning, and sensor technology, with applications ranging from delicate bio-product manipulation to industrial automation. Key areas include tactile perception systems, robotic gripper design, and reinforcement learning for control policies.

Recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on improving robotic dexterity through advanced tactile sensing and machine learning. Work shows strong momentum in visuo-tactile integration, differentiable trajectory optimization, and bio-inspired manipulation systems suitable for unstructured environments.

Dr. She leads research on tactile-reactive grippers for complex tasks like cable untangling and deformable object manipulation. His lab develops novel hardware-software solutions for industrial applications including poultry processing automation and additive manufacturing.