July 2023 PMID 37436970

Scientific exploration of challenging planetary analog environments with a team of legged robots.

Philip Arm, Gabriel Waibel, Jan Preisig, Turcan Tuna, Ruyi Zhou, Valentin Bickel, Gabriela Ligeza, Takahiro Miki, Florian Kehl, Hendrik Kolvenbach, Marco Hutter

Mentions

88
Peak: 19 in Jul 2023
across 5 sources since Jul 2023

Extended reach

320,254
potential audience

Total likes

300

Video views

17,055

Mentions per month

Jul 2023 – Jul 2024

Where it's discussed

  • News53 articles
  • X / Twitter26 posts
  • Blogs5 articles
  • YouTube2 videos
  • Facebook2 posts

AI synopsis

What people are saying

Throughout the social discussions, users express enthusiasm with phrases like 'more fun with friends' and highlight efficiencies, referencing the robots' speed and data collection capabilities. The tone ranges from supportive to cautious, noting both the potential benefits and the need to consider ethical uses. This mix reflects an overall positive interest in the research, with moderate depth of engagement and acknowledgment of its significance.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions validate the importance and potential of using legged robots for planetary exploration, indicating general support for the research findings.

InterestHigh interest

Participants demonstrate high curiosity about the subject, as seen in positive comments and interest in the publication, videos, and potential applications.

EngagementModerate engagement

While some posts actively discuss the technology and its implications, many are more excited phrases or sharing links without deep technical analysis, reflecting moderate engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions largely emphasize the advancements in exploration capabilities, suggesting a perception of the research as impactful but not yet revolutionary or widely transformative.

Abstract in brief

  • The study explores using a team of advanced legged robots equipped with specialized tools to access and investigate challenging planetary environments, such as steep slopes and loose soil, which are difficult for traditional robots.
  • The robots feature capabilities like efficient movement, real-time mapping, target identification, and a robotic arm for precise measurements, enabling more thorough scientific exploration and data collection.
  • Experimental tests in analog environments in Switzerland and Luxembourg demonstrated that these robot teams can effectively conduct exploration missions rapidly and autonomously, expanding the reach of planetary exploration beyond current limits.]

Top posts

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Science Robotics
@SciRobotics · X

When tasked with scientific missions on a lunar-like surface, a team of 3 legged robots collected and analyzed data faster than a single robot could. @leggedrobotics @ETH_en

Jul 12, 2023 · 70 likes · 15 shares · 27,674 followers View post →
Science Robotics
@SciRobotics · X

A robot team, made of 3 four-legged robots, proved its efficiency and speed while undertaking scientific missions on Mars- and lunar-like terrain during the #SpaceResources challenge. @leggedrobotics @ETH_en https://t.co/wxN5VAFNR1 https://t.co/KtONnfh5BN

Jul 17, 2023 · 29 likes · 2 shares · 27,674 followers View post →
Robotic Systems Lab
@leggedrobotics · X

Exploring the moon is more fun with friends! Have a look at our publication in Science Robotics on exploring planetary environments with a team of legged robots. Paper: https://t.co/8F1Qxy0pH5 Video: https://t.co/uGurMNuQ15 #Robots #space @ETH_en @UZH_en @UniBasel_en @unibern

Jul 20, 2023 · 16 likes · 5 shares · 15,955 followers View post →
Astrobiology
@astrobiology · X

Away Team Droid Tech: Scientific Exploration of Challenging Planetary Analog Environments with a Team of Legged Robots https://t.co/qlyUG4cCC3 #astrobiology #droid #analog #robotics https://t.co/ziPcCEGU2Y

Jul 14, 2024 · 7 likes · 5 shares · 35,728 followers View post →
TechXplore
@TechXplore_com · X

Planetary analog environments explored by a team of legged robots @ETH_en @SciRobotics https://t.co/VFSpEF6FqK https://t.co/xUEP9cNyQ6

Jul 13, 2023 · 3 likes · 21,315 followers View post →
Richard Willimann
@RichardWilliman · X

https://t.co/fdoLkBfCtU Don't be a pessimist: Every technology can be used for bad things You can use a hammer and nail to hurt someone You can use fire to burn someone You can use a computer to control someone Or you can use it to create something good & make our lives better https://t.co/IxMzkBA1OW

Aug 15, 2023 · 2 likes · 248 followers View post →

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JB-AND
@JbJband09105007 · X

RT @astrobiology: Away Team Droid Tech: Scientific Exploration of Challenging Planetary Analog Environments with a Team of Legged Robots ht…

Jul 15, 2024 · 5 shares · 975 followers View post →
Thomas L Matula Ph.D.
@ThomasLMatula · X

RT @astrobiology: Away Team Droid Tech: Scientific Exploration of Challenging Planetary Analog Environments with a Team of Legged Robots ht…

Jul 14, 2024 · 5 shares · 3,025 followers View post →
NASA Watch
@NASAWatch · X

RT @astrobiology: Away Team Droid Tech: Scientific Exploration of Challenging Planetary Analog Environments with a Team of Legged Robots ht…

Jul 14, 2024 · 5 shares · 125,475 followers View post →
PRINCE INDRAJIT (LAW) ⚡️
@PRINCE_INDRAJIT · X

RT @astrobiology: Away Team Droid Tech: Scientific Exploration of Challenging Planetary Analog Environments with a Team of Legged Robots ht…

Jul 14, 2024 · 5 shares · 278 followers View post →
Astrobiology
@astrobiology · X

Away Team Droid Tech: Scientific Exploration of Challenging Planetary Analog Environments with a Team of Legged Robots https://t.co/qlyUG4cCC3 #astrobiology #droid #analog #robotics https://t.co/ziPcCEGU2Y

Jul 14, 2024 · 7 likes · 5 shares · 35,728 followers View post →
Jaroslav Novotný
@novotnyjarosl · X

RT @leggedrobotics: Exploring the moon is more fun with friends! Have a look at our publication in Science Robotics on exploring planetary…

Sep 30, 2023 · 5 shares · 605 followers View post →
Rav חַי ✡
@llIIRav · X

RT @leggedrobotics: Exploring the moon is more fun with friends! Have a look at our publication in Science Robotics on exploring planetary…

Aug 15, 2023 · 5 shares · 382 followers View post →
Richard Willimann
@RichardWilliman · X

https://t.co/fdoLkBfCtU Don't be a pessimist: Every technology can be used for bad things You can use a hammer and nail to hurt someone You can use fire to burn someone You can use a computer to control someone Or you can use it to create something good & make our lives better https://t.co/IxMzkBA1OW

Aug 15, 2023 · 2 likes · 248 followers View post →
panah
@panah · X

ANYMal Robot Modified for Steep Planetary Terrain Exploration https://t.co/1w0I155yNa https://t.co/BxwYo0zIw3

Aug 8, 2023 · 7,611 followers View post →
Gabriel Waibel
@GabrielWaibel · X

RT @leggedrobotics: Exploring the moon is more fun with friends! Have a look at our publication in Science Robotics on exploring planetary…

Jul 20, 2023 · 5 shares · 20 followers View post →
Semisance
@semisance · X

Scientific Exploration of Challenging Planetary Analog Environments with a Team of Legged Robots https://t.co/mWFg0UmBWC https://t.co/xgiyiee11k

Jul 20, 2023 · 548 followers View post →
Alienígena do Futuro | Daniel |
@DanielOCL · X

Scientific Exploration of Challenging Planetary Analog Environments with a Team of Legged Robots https://t.co/B2F0Xi4qNi

Jul 20, 2023 · 1,082 followers View post →
SAT@SATHESH
@satsrvp · X

RT @leggedrobotics: Exploring the moon is more fun with friends! Have a look at our publication in Science Robotics on exploring planetary…

Jul 20, 2023 · 5 shares · 678 followers View post →
Universität Bern
@unibern · X

RT @leggedrobotics: Exploring the moon is more fun with friends! Have a look at our publication in Science Robotics on exploring planetary…

Jul 20, 2023 · 5 shares · 19,696 followers View post →
Robotic Systems Lab
@leggedrobotics · X

Exploring the moon is more fun with friends! Have a look at our publication in Science Robotics on exploring planetary environments with a team of legged robots. Paper: https://t.co/8F1Qxy0pH5 Video: https://t.co/uGurMNuQ15 #Robots #space @ETH_en @UZH_en @UniBasel_en @unibern

Jul 20, 2023 · 16 likes · 5 shares · 15,955 followers View post →
Science Robotics
@SciRobotics · X

A robot team, made of 3 four-legged robots, proved its efficiency and speed while undertaking scientific missions on Mars- and lunar-like terrain during the #SpaceResources challenge. @leggedrobotics @ETH_en https://t.co/wxN5VAFNR1 https://t.co/KtONnfh5BN

Jul 17, 2023 · 29 likes · 2 shares · 27,674 followers View post →
Ordo Fraterna Fibonacci
@OrdoFibonacci · X

Scientific exploration of challenging planetary analog environments with a team of legged robots | Science Robotics https://t.co/FpB6GY0YC5

Jul 15, 2023 · 2,568 followers View post →
Álvaro García
@agarciahdealba · X

RT @JoseMSeoaneR:

Jul 14, 2023 · 1 share · 2,400 followers View post →
Jose M. Seoane
@JoseMSeoaneR · X

Jul 14, 2023 · 1 like · 1 share · 94 followers View post →
Bryan Kelly
@BryanKeIIy · X

Scientific exploration of challenging planetary analog environments with a team of legged robots | Science Robotics https://t.co/HBHcXUr3ba

Jul 13, 2023 · 3,730 followers View post →
cagsei
@cagsei · X

Birbirine bağlı robotlardan oluşan bir ekip, uzay keşif kabiliyetlerini geliştirebilirmiş. HRobotlardan oluşan bir ekip, makinelerden biri ya da ikisi çalışmasa bile bir görevi tamamlayabilirmiş. https://t.co/mTh1ZL0e0x https://t.co/W1ydJ9fzr4 https://t.co/3vylfncKAv

Jul 13, 2023 · 57 followers View post →
TechXplore
@TechXplore_com · X

Planetary analog environments explored by a team of legged robots @ETH_en @SciRobotics https://t.co/VFSpEF6FqK https://t.co/xUEP9cNyQ6

Jul 13, 2023 · 3 likes · 21,315 followers View post →
Takahiro Miki
@ki_ki_ki1 · X

RT @SciRobotics: When tasked with scientific missions on a lunar-like surface, a team of 3 legged robots collected and analyzed data faster…

Jul 12, 2023 · 15 shares · 3,108 followers View post →
Jimmy
@JimmySR001 · X

RT @SciRobotics: When tasked with scientific missions on a lunar-like surface, a team of 3 legged robots collected and analyzed data faster…

Jul 12, 2023 · 15 shares · 80 followers View post →
Nathan Boyd
@servo_boyd · X

RT @SciRobotics: When tasked with scientific missions on a lunar-like surface, a team of 3 legged robots collected and analyzed data faster…

Jul 12, 2023 · 15 shares · 1,955 followers View post →
Science Robotics
@SciRobotics · X

When tasked with scientific missions on a lunar-like surface, a team of 3 legged robots collected and analyzed data faster than a single robot could. @leggedrobotics @ETH_en

Jul 12, 2023 · 70 likes · 15 shares · 27,674 followers View post →