Self Propelled

Self-propelled systems, encompassing robots and micro-organism inspired designs, are a focus of active research aiming to understand and improve locomotion in diverse environments. Current efforts concentrate on developing robust locomotion strategies in challenging terrains like granular media, using methods such as vibration and bristle-bot designs, and optimizing navigation in complex environments through reinforcement learning algorithms. These studies are significant for advancing robotics in challenging environments and for providing insights into biological locomotion, with applications ranging from search and rescue to targeted drug delivery.