Satellite, Planetary or Terrestrial Subsurface Explorer Robot Based on Earthworm Locomotion-Reference-Cited by-同舟云学术

Satellite, Planetary or Terrestrial Subsurface Explorer Robot Based on Earthworm Locomotion

Published:2014-10-20 Issue:5 Volume:26 Page:660-661
ISSN:1883-8049
Container-title:Journal of Robotics and Mechatronics
language:en
Short-container-title:J. Robot. Mechatron.

Author:

Omori Hayato, ,Kitamoto Hiroyuki,Mizushina Asuka,Nakamura Taro,Kubota Takashi,

Abstract

<div class=""abs_img""><img src=""[disp_template_path]/JRM/abst-image/00260005/17.jpg"" width=""150"" /> Subsurface explorer robot</div> We have developed a small, unmanned explorer robot to investigate the undergrounds of satellites and planets. This paper describes the developed excavation robot, which is based on earthworm locomotion. The robot demonstrates excavation activity at 1/6 of its own weight, mimicking the light gravity conditions of the Moon. We conclude that the robot is suitable for future excavation missions. </span>

Publisher

Fuji Technology Press Ltd.

Subject

Electrical and Electronic Engineering,General Computer Science

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