Most robots depend on controlled environments, because the real world is hard to get around in. The smaller the robot, the bigger this problem because little wheels (or legs) can take only little ...
Across the globe, sports have long served as a means of entertainment, fitness and cultural expression. While the world is familiar with football, basketball and rugby, other traditional disciplines ...
Three engineers at Disney Research Pittsburgh have published a paper sexily titled “Untethered One-Legged Hopping in 3D Using Linear Elastic Actuator in Parallel (LEAP),” along with a demonstration of ...
Most robots depend on controlled environments, because the real world is hard to get around in. The smaller the robot, the bigger this problem because little wheels (or legs) can take only little ...
Single-leg hops are great for improving balance and coordination. As you hop on one leg, the other one helps stabilize your ...