Hi, my name is Yuhao Huang. I am an incoming PHD student major in Mechanical Engineering and Material Science at Duke University, specializing in robotics under the supervision of Prof. Boyuan Chen.

Before joining Duke, I earned a Master of Science (M.S.) in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Wisconsin–Madison and a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Electromechanical Engineering from the University of Macau. During my master’s studies, I was a member of the Wisconsin Expedious LeggedAI (WELL) Lab under the supervision of Prof. Xiaobin Xiong, where my research focused on the design and control of legged robots. Specifically, I explored the application of formal methods from nonlinear and data-driven control theory to synthesize robust and versatile locomotion behaviors. Prior to joining the WELL Lab, I worked as an undergraduate researcher in the Soft Sensors-Actuators-Robots Lab with Prof. Junwen Zhong, where I designed and implemented novel self-powered piezoelectret sensor technologies for industrial applications.

Apart from research, I enjoy calligraphy, basketball, and engaging in spiritual practices.