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Fast and Modular Whole-Body Lagrangian Dynamics of Legged Robots with Changing Morphology (2504.16383v1)

Published 23 Apr 2025 in cs.RO and nlin.AO

Abstract: Fast and modular modeling of multi-legged robots (MLRs) is essential for resilient control, particularly under significant morphological changes caused by mechanical damage. Conventional fixed-structure models, often developed with simplifying assumptions for nominal gaits, lack the flexibility to adapt to such scenarios. To address this, we propose a fast modular whole-body modeling framework using Boltzmann-Hamel equations and screw theory, in which each leg's dynamics is modeled independently and assembled based on the current robot morphology. This singularity-free, closed-form formulation enables efficient design of model-based controllers and damage identification algorithms. Its modularity allows autonomous adaptation to various damage configurations without manual re-derivation or retraining of neural networks. We validate the proposed framework using a custom simulation engine that integrates contact dynamics, a gait generator, and local leg control. Comparative simulations against hardware tests on a hexapod robot with multiple leg damage confirm the model's accuracy and adaptability. Additionally, runtime analyses reveal that the proposed model is approximately three times faster than real-time, making it suitable for real-time applications in damage identification and recovery.

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