Legged vertebrate animals exhibit a stunning capability for dynamic locomotion, much more versatile, agile, and robust then extant legged robotic systems.
In our approach we convert, implement, and test blueprints from biological research fields like functional anatomy, neurocontrol, and general biomechanics into a robotic environment (biped, quadruped robot). We are using bio-inspired robotic systems as physical testing and simulation platforms that produce high-dimensional research data under physiological conditions. Eventually, the goal is to compare results with the original system (legged vertebrate animal) and, if possible, insert new understanding back to biology.
Developing a robot which can run across the surface of water in a fashion similar to the Basiliscus basiliscus and other water-running lizards.