The graceful and agile movements of animals are difficult to analyze and emulate because
locomotion is the result of a complex interplay of many components: the central and …

Traditional robots have rigid underlying structures that limit their ability to interact with their
environment. For example, conventional robot manipulators have rigid links and can …

Closeup exploration of underwater life requires new forms of interaction, using biomimetic
creatures that are capable of agile swimming maneuvers, equipped with cameras, and …

Now in its third edition, this textbook is a comprehensive introduction to the multidisciplinary
field of mobile robotics, which lies at the intersection of artificial intelligence, computational …

This article surveys traditional research topics in industrial robotics and mobile robotics and
then expands on new trends in robotics research that focus more on the interaction between …

Biomimetic underwater robots have attracted considerable research attention globally,
owing to their quieter actuations, higher propulsion efficiency, and stronger maneuverability …

Hexapod walking robots have attracted considerable attention for several decades. Many
studies have been carried out in research centers, universities and industries. However, only …

Underwater robots have been promoted a significant interest in monitoring the marine
environment. In some complex situation, robots sometimes need to keep moving fast …

In recent years, deep sea and ocean explorations have attracted more attention in the
marine industry. Most of the marine vehicles, including robots, submarines, and ships, would …

Autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) are playing an ever-growing role in modern
subocean operations, generating a demand for faster, more manoeuvrable designs capable …