Mechanical and electrical design of a two segmental eight-legged mobile robot for planetary exploration

B. Ugurlu, C. M. Uzundere, H. Temeltas, A. Kawamura

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Abstract

As a recent trend in robotic research, legged robots gained importance since they are capable of performing vast maneuver abilities on rough terrain. Especially in case of planetary exploration, legged robots seem to offer the most suitable mechanism in order to accomplish any given mission. Therefore, this paper is aimed at introducing the development of a two segmental, eight-legged mobile robot for planetary exploration, which has a novel mechanical structure and a hierarchical control system. Its mechanical and electrical hardware design is explained in detail. In conclusion, it is anticipated that the designed robot can be employed as an outdoor explorer robot.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationAdvances in Mobile Robotics - Proceedings of the 11th International Conference on Climbing and Walking Robots and the Support Technologies for Mobile Machines, CLAWAR 2008
PublisherWorld Scientific Publishing Co. Pte Ltd
Pages1061-1068
Number of pages8
ISBN (Print)9812835768, 9789812835765
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2008
Event11th International Conference on Climbing and Walking Robots and the Support Technologies for Mobile Machines, CLAWAR 2008 - Coimbra, Portugal
Duration: 8 Sept 200810 Sept 2008

Publication series

NameAdvances in Mobile Robotics - Proceedings of the 11th International Conference on Climbing and Walking Robots and the Support Technologies for Mobile Machines, CLAWAR 2008

Conference

Conference11th International Conference on Climbing and Walking Robots and the Support Technologies for Mobile Machines, CLAWAR 2008
Country/TerritoryPortugal
CityCoimbra
Period8/09/0810/09/08

Keywords

  • Hierarchical control architecture
  • Legged robot
  • Mechatronic design
  • Planetary exploration

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