This National Science Foundation (NSF) Project Grant award under the Engineering program (CFDA 47.041) provides $50,000.00 to Michigan Technological University (Michigan Tech) to conduct research on bipedal robot locomotion on the moon. The research aims to leverage dynamic modeling, control theory, hybrid systems, and reinforcement learning to advance bipedal robot mobility on the lunar surface. Key objectives include improving the understanding of lunar locomotion mechanics, investigating robust and energy-efficient bipedal control on the moon, and designing a lunar simulation platform to evaluate the performance of developed controllers. This work has the potential to enhance planetary exploration capabilities and improve human locomotion strategies on the moon. The award period runs from August 1, 2024 to July 31, 2026.
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