Understanding the terrain in the upcoming path of a ground robot is one of the most
challenging problems in field robotics. Terrain and traversability analysis is a …

Traversing rough terrains is one of the domains where multi-legged walking robots benefit
from their relatively more complex kinematics in comparison to wheeled robots. The …

Terrain classification is a critical component of any autonomous mobile robot system
operating in unknown real-world environments. Over the years, several proprioceptive …

Physical characteristics of terrains, such as softness and friction, provide essential
information for legged robots to avoid non-geometric obstacles, like mires and slippery …

Legged robots offer a more versatile solution to traversing outdoor uneven terrain compared
to their wheeled and tracked counterparts. They also provide a unique opportunity to …

Legged robots have potential advantages in mobility compared with wheeled robots in
outdoor environments. The knowledge of various ground properties and adaptive …

This paper considers motion planning for a six-legged walking robot in rough terrain,
considering both the geometry of the terrain and its semantic labeling. The semantic labels …

Legged robots offer the potential of locomotion across various types of terrains. Different
terrains require different gait patterns to enable greater traversal efficiency. Consequently …

Mobile robots have the potential to be used in many outdoor tasks, such as search and
rescue, patrolling, and delivery services. To enable robots to safely navigate through …

Legged robots are popular candidates for missions in challenging terrains due to their
versatile locomotion strategies. Terrain classification is a key enabling technology for …