Dr WANG Lin 王林
Research Assistant Professor
Area of Specialization: Generalized and Reconfigurable Parallel Mechanisms; Mechanical Intelligence, Aerial Robotic Systems; Dexterous Hands; Rehabilitation and Wearable Robotics; Embodied AI and Multi-Robot Systems
- FJ626
- 2766-6682
- lawton.wang@polyu.edu.hk
ORCID IDBiography
BEng (Shijiazhuang Tiedao University), PhD (Beijing Jiaotong University)
Short Description
Dr Lin Wang joined the Department of Mechanical Engineering at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University as a Research Assistant Professor in Sep 2026. He served as a Postdoctoral Fellow in the same department, from 2023 to 2026. He received his PhD in Mechanical Engineering from Beijing Jiaotong University in 2023. During his doctoral studies, he undertook collaborative research training at York University, Canada, from 2021 to 2023.
His research focuses on the design, analysis and optimization of generalized and reconfigurable parallel mechanisms for robotic applications. By combining mechanism synthesis, kinematic modelling and motion planning, he develops robotic systems for aerial manipulation, dexterous grasping, advanced manufacturing and rehabilitation. His goal is to translate advances in mechanism design into adaptable and practical robotic platforms capable of performing complex tasks in diverse environments.
His research focuses on the design, analysis and optimization of generalized and reconfigurable parallel mechanisms for robotic applications. By combining mechanism synthesis, kinematic modelling and motion planning, he develops robotic systems for aerial manipulation, dexterous grasping, advanced manufacturing and rehabilitation. His goal is to translate advances in mechanism design into adaptable and practical robotic platforms capable of performing complex tasks in diverse environments.
Selected Publications
- Lin Wang, James W. Zhang, Dan Zhang. A review on reconfigurable mechanisms: design, analysis and challenge. Engineering, 47 (2025): 100-116. (JCR Q1)
- Lin Wang, Yuefa Fang, Haibo Qu, et al. Design and analysis of novel 2R1T generalized parallel mechanisms with large rotational angles. Mechanism and Machine Theory, 150 (2020): 103879. (JCR Q1)
- Lin Wang, Yuefa Fang, Dan Zhang. Design of 4-DOF hybrid parallel robots with an integrated three-fingered robot end effector. Mechanism and Machine Theory, 189 (2023): 105443. (JCR Q1)
- Lin Wang, Yuefa Fang, Dan Zhang, Luquan Li. Design and analysis of the partially decoupled translational parallel mechanisms with single loop. ENGINEERING Mechanical Engineering, 17(3) (2022): 39. (JCR Q1)
- Lin Wang, Yuefa Fang, Luquan Li. Design and analysis of the gripper mechanism based on generalized parallel mechanisms with configurable moving platform. ENGINEERING Mechanical Engineering, 16(4) (2021): 765-781. (JCR Q1)
- Lin Wang, Yuefa Fang*, Dan Zhang, Yi Yang. Kinematics and optimization of a novel 4-DOF two-limb ripper mechanism. Robotica, 41(12) (2023): 3649-3671. (JCR Q3)
- Lin Wang, Li Weihuang, Tang Hongyan. A prediction model of upper limb motion direction based on the surface-electromyography force mapping matrix. Journal of University of Shanghai for Science and Technology, 47(1) (2025): 19-29.
- Lin Wang, Yuefa Fang, Dan Zhang. Kinematic analysis of a novel single-loop generalized parallel manipulator with a compact traveling platform for Schonflies motion. 2022 8th International Conference on Mechanical Engineering and Automation Science.
- Jiming Tang, Lin Wang, Ran Liu, Yongheng Xing, Dan Zhang. A novel Schatz-derived 7R reconfigurable mechanism with double-rocker motion branch. Mechanism and Machine Theory, 10.1016/j.mechmachtheory.2026.106547. (JCR Q1)
- Luquan Li, Yuefa Fang, Lin Wang, Jiaqiang Yao. Design and Analysis of a Novel Schonflies Motion Parallel Robot with Full Cycle Rotation. Chinese Journal of Mechanical Engineering, 37, 160 (2024). (JCR Q1)
- Luquan Li, Yuefa Fang, Jiaqiang Yao, Lin Wang. Type synthesis of a family of novel parallel leg mechanisms driven by a 3-DOF drive system. Mechanism and Machine Theory, 167 (2022): 104572. (JCR Q1)
- Luquan Li, Yuefa Fang, Lin Wang. Type synthesis of single-loop 3T1R-parallel mechanisms with a multi-DOF drive system. Mechanism and Machine Theory, 163 (2021): 104373. (JCR Q1)
- Luquan Li, Yuefa Fang, Lin Wang. Design of a family of multi-DOF drive systems for fewer limb parallel mechanisms. Mechanism and Machine Theory, 148 (2020): 103802. (JCR Q1)
- Luquan Li, Yuefa Fang, Sheng Guo, Haibo Qu, Lin Wang. Type synthesis of a class of novel 3-DOF single-loop parallel leg mechanisms for walking robots. Mechanism and Machine Theory, 145 (2020): 103695. (JCR Q1)
Selected Research Projects
- Project title: Research on Design Theory and Motion Planning Method of Aerial Manipulation Robots Based on Origami and Generalized Parallel Mechanisms
Funding programme: Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu Province (Youth Fund)
Role: Principal Investigator - Project title: Research and Development of Key Technologies for Autonomous Coordination and Formation Control of Air-Ground Cooperative Heterogeneous Multi-Agents
Funding programme: Nanjing 2025 International / Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan S&T Cooperation Program (Joint R&D)
Role: Chief Investigator - Project title: Secondary Development of Humanoid Robots
Sponsor: ANTA Sports Products Limited
Role: Chief Investigator - Project title: Multi-Robot Cooperative Container Lashing Robot System
Sponsor: Shanghai Brilliance Technology Co., Ltd.
Role: Chief Investigator - Project title: Research on the Innovation Chain Layout and Promotion Mechanism of the Integration of Low-Altitude Technology and Embodied AI in Nanjing.
Funding programme: 2025 Nanjing Soft Science Research Program Project
Role: Principal Investigator - Project title: Development of Home-Based Intelligent Upper Limb Rehabilitation Robots
Funding unit: RI-WEAR, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Role: Chief Investigator - Project title: Research on Smart Wearable Systems Using Textiles and Exoskeleton Robots for Enhanced Healthcare and Performance
Funding unit: RCTFF, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Role: Co-Investigator - Project title: Integrating the Performance of Robotic Systems for Advanced Manufacturing.
Funding unit: RIAM, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Role: Co-Investigator - Project title: Development of the adaptive landing and aerial manipulation technology based on the generalized parallel mechanism and artificial intelligence technology
Funding unit: RIAIoT, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Role: Chief Investigator - Project title: A Novel Wheel-Legged Mobile Manipulation Platform for Manufacturing Operations and Logistics
Funding unit: RIAM, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Role: Chief Investigator
