Snake Robot

Snake robots, bio-inspired machines designed to mimic the locomotion of snakes, are a focus of robotics research aiming to create highly agile and adaptable robots capable of navigating complex and unstructured environments. Current research emphasizes developing accurate dynamic models, often incorporating friction and compliance effects, and employing control strategies such as reinforcement learning and hierarchical control architectures to improve locomotion in diverse terrains, including climbing and burrowing. These advancements are significant for expanding the capabilities of robots in challenging environments, with applications ranging from search and rescue to minimally invasive surgery.