Human Like Locomotion Behavior
Human-like locomotion behavior in robotics aims to create robots capable of versatile and efficient movement across diverse terrains, mimicking the agility and adaptability of animals. Current research focuses on developing robust control algorithms, often employing reinforcement learning, and exploring various model architectures including neural networks (e.g., transformers, CPG-inspired networks) and reduced-order models (e.g., LIPMs) to achieve this. These advancements are significant for improving robot performance in challenging environments and have implications for applications ranging from search and rescue to exploration and assistive technologies. The field is also exploring bio-inspired designs and control strategies to enhance efficiency and robustness.
Papers
Locomotion Mode Transitions: Tackling System- and User-Specific Variability in Lower-Limb Exoskeletons
Andrea Dal Prete, Zeynep Özge Orhan, Anastasia Bolotnikova, Marta Gandolla, Auke Ijspeert, Mohamed Bouri
Behaviour diversity in a walking and climbing centipede-like virtual creature
Emma Stensby Norstein, Kotaro Yasui, Takeshi Kano, Akio Ishiguro, Kyrre Glette