— We present a novel approach to legged locomotion over rough terrain that is thoroughly rooted in optimization. This approach relies on a hierarchy of fast, anytime algorithms t...
Matthew Zucker, James A. Bagnell, Christopher G. A...
Abstract— We present a novel algorithm to perform continuous collision detection(CCD) between non-rigid, deformable models using local advancement. Given the initial and final c...
— This paper investigates a novel mechanism, called DSAC for Dynamic, Single Actuated Climber, which propels itself upwards by oscillating its leg in a symmetric fashion using a ...
— We present an approach that builds upon previous developments in unmanned air vehicles and climbing robots and seeks to emulate the capabilities of bats, insects and certain bi...
Alexis Lussier Desbiens, Alan T. Asbeck, Mark R. C...
—Inspired by the simplicity of how nature solves its problems, we implement a bacteria controller on a physical platform that would enable the localisation and subsequent mapping...
— This video shows the investigation of a novel minimalistic, dynamic climbing robot which can climb up tubes of different shapes using a simple dc motor. The motor moves an ecce...
Amir Degani, Siyuan Feng, Howie Choset, Matthew T....
— This paper, divided in two Parts, considers the problem of realizing a 6-DOF closed-loop motion simulator by exploiting an anthropomorphic serial manipulator as motion platform...
Paolo Robuffo Giordano, Carlo Masone, Joachim Tesc...
— Mobile robot tipover is a concern as it can create dangerous situations for operators and bystanders, cause collateral damage to the surrounding environment, and result in an a...
Philip R. Roan, Aaron Burmeister, Amin Rahimi, Kev...
Abstract— Flexible needles with bevel tips are being developed as useful tools for minimally invasive surgery and percutaneous therapy. When such a needle is inserted into soft t...
Wooram Park, Kyle Brandon Reed, Allison M. Okamura...
— Autonomous vehicle navigation in dynamic urban environments requires localization accuracy exceeding that available from GPS-based inertial guidance systems. We have shown prev...