Ground Locomotion

Ground locomotion research focuses on enabling robots to move effectively and efficiently across diverse terrains, drawing inspiration from biological systems. Current efforts concentrate on developing robust control algorithms, often employing model predictive control or reinforcement learning, and exploring novel robot morphologies and actuation mechanisms, including wave-based locomotion and compliant designs. These advancements are crucial for creating robots capable of navigating challenging environments for applications such as search and rescue, planetary exploration, and industrial inspection, pushing the boundaries of both robotics and biomechanics.