T 2-5, 26-204
Prof. Gill Pratt, NE43-801, x2037
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
3-0-9
Intensive Introduction to the principles of legged locomotion as they apply to walking robots and animals.
Topics: selection and coordination
of gait; energetics and speed; mechanical design;
evolution of legged
creatures; control of balance; algorithms for rough terrain; and gymnastics.
Students required to present selected readings, do problem sets related to the readings, and complete a project on a related topic.
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Created: Jun 31, 1998
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Modified: Sep 21, 1999|
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