3 accepted papers
Many modular robots and active matter platforms are inspired by natural aggregates of single-celled organisms that exhibit complex emergent behaviors far beyond the capability and range of individuals. These behaviors stem primarily from short range chemical and mechanical interactions. Past work ha
This paper applies the principles of Virtual Reality (VR) to robots, rather than living organisms. A simulator, of either physical states or information states, renders outputs to custom displays that fool the robot's sensors. This enables a robot to experience a combination of real and virtual sens…
Differential drive robots, such as robotic vacuums, often have at least two motion primitives: the ability to travel forward in straight lines, and rotate in place upon encountering a boundary. They are often equipped with simple sensors such as contact sensors or range finders, which allow them to…