Mechanised beasts
Wednesday, December 27th, 2006
describe a robot (left) that forms a representation of its own limbs that optimises locomotive behaviour. This in contrast with traditional robotic dichotomies, where an internal model is explicitly implemented by the designer, or where a reflexive controller is used (which typically requires training, forming an implicit model).
This would be especially interesting approach in modular robots, where numerous permutations of physical configuration are possible, but where the corresponding control algorithms aren’t neatly layed out. (via Neatorama)
While on the subject of unholy mechnical creatures, I’m presently soliciting donations for construction of one of these:-
I think it would be excellent for holiday commuting (video).
