Researchers have developed a LocoMan system that equips quadrupedal robots with dexterous gripping arms for precision interactions.
The team designed the LocoMan system with newly developed manipulators that can be attached to the calves of quadrupedal robots.Although humanoid robots tend to often grab the limelight, quadrupedal robots— those mimicking the locomotion of four-legged animals— have witnessed significant innovations of late.Quadrupedal robots navigate challenging terrains and squeeze into tight spaces, making them invaluable for various applications.
The team designed the LocoMan system with newly developed manipulators that can be attached to the calves of quadrupedal robots. Not only is the solution lightweight and low-cost, but the LocoMan system is also compatible with existing quadrupedal robots. “We achieved 6D pose manipulation,” highlighted Changyi Lin, a first-year Ph.D student in Zhao’s lab. Lin explained that the LocoMan— operating under a Whole-Body Control framework— seamlessly transitioned across five operational modes.
Their new technology will be tested soon in a wider range of settings and be used to tackle real-world problems. Zhao and his colleagues intend to enhance the robot using computer vision and machine learning algorithms.
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