Study on Propulsion of a Snake Robot with Torque Propagation Based on Modified Curvature Derivatives

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Abstract

In this paper, the idea of using torque propagation for robot propulsion is modified and v a lidated. The curvature derivatives formula is modified by u sing a logarithmic correction function and adding a motor viscous friction losses compensation term to improve the mobility and stability of the robot. This experiment uses ODE (Open Dynamics Engine) as the physical engine to observe the locomotion of the robot in a simulation environment to verify the effectiveness of the algorithm. We conduct several sets of experiments and compare the proportional gain of the new algorithm. The results show that a larger proportionate gain can effectively improve the mobility of the robot, but the excess gain can lead to system oscillation and reduce the stability of the system.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2021 IEEE International Conference on Mechatronics and Automation, ICMA 2021
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Pages663-668
Number of pages6
ISBN (Electronic)9781665441001
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Aug 8 2021
Event18th IEEE International Conference on Mechatronics and Automation, ICMA 2021 - Takamatsu, Japan
Duration: Aug 8 2021Aug 11 2021

Publication series

Name2021 IEEE International Conference on Mechatronics and Automation, ICMA 2021

Conference

Conference18th IEEE International Conference on Mechatronics and Automation, ICMA 2021
Country/TerritoryJapan
CityTakamatsu
Period8/8/218/11/21

Keywords

  • curvature derivatives
  • snake robot
  • torque propagation

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Control and Optimization

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