Sci Robot March 2025 PMID 40106660

Monopedal robot branch-to-branch leaping and landing inspired by squirrel balance control.

Justin K Yim, Eric K Wang, Sebastian D Lee, Nathaniel H Hunt, Robert J Full, Ronald S Fearing

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What people are saying

Discussions highlight the innovative nature of the study, with words like 'breakthrough,' 'advancement,' and references to applying squirrel balance strategies. Many posts emphasize the potential for improved robotic agility in environments like forests, reflecting a positive outlook on the research's impact.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions express support or admiration for the scientific advances, with some highlighting how the study offers promising real-world applications.

InterestHigh interest

The topic sparks significant interest, evident from enthusiasm for squirrel-inspired robotics and breakthroughs in agility and balance.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants engage thoughtfully, mentioning specific techniques such as 'radial force control' and comparing robot performance to squirrels, indicating moderate depth.

ImpactModerate impact

Posts suggest that the research could have meaningful impacts on robotics and practical applications in complex environments, though some see it as a step rather than a breakthrough.

Abstract in brief

  • This study explores how a monopedal robot called Salto1P can perform branch-to-branch leaps and landings, similar to squirrels, by using leg length control to improve balance on narrow supports with limited grip, even without strong grasping torque.
  • The research compares the robot's balance strategy with that of real squirrels and finds that controlling radial force helps reduce the torques needed to maintain balance during landings, significantly expanding the robot's and squirrels' ability to land successfully from various initial conditions.
  • Implementing simple radial force control techniques alongside traditional balance methods increases the robot's and squirrels' range of successful landings by 230% and 470%, respectively, allowing better stability across different angles and momentum during arboreal jumps.]

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Science Robotics
@SciRobotics · X

Scientists have developed a strategy that enables a one-legged robot named #Salto to land and balance upright after jumping from branch to branch, like a squirrel. @illinoismechse @MITMechE @UCBerkeley Learn more in Science #Robotics: https://t.co/8XX3p91mgB https://t.co/XYfEP1dVUh

Mar 21, 2025 · 38 likes · 8 shares · 27,673 followers View post →
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@VsauceTwo · X

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Apr 21, 2025 · 19 likes · 2 shares · 148,616 followers View post →
TechXplore
@TechXplore_com · X

#Engineers have developed a #Robot inspired by squirrels that can leap and land on narrow perches. This advancement could enhance robotic agility in complex environments like forests and construction sites. @SciRobotics https://t.co/QLLOV2ipUV https://t.co/Z5YS762Kd3

Mar 19, 2025 · 18 likes · 10 shares · 21,295 followers View post →
Science Robotics
@SciRobotics · X

A new Science #Robotics study describes a #squirrel-inspired #balance strategy that improves a one-legged robot’s chances of landing upright after jumping from branch to branch. https://t.co/8XX3p90Or3 https://t.co/pb6ioD9Hm0

Mar 25, 2025 · 10 likes · 1 share · 27,673 followers View post →
UNO Biomechanics
@UNOBiomechanics · X

Congratulations to Associate Professor Nate Hunt on his recent publication in the journal Science Robotics "Monopedal robot branch-to-branch leaping and landing inspired by squirrel balance control" It even captured the attention of late-night talk show host Stephen Colbert! https://t.co/UTj2uRBoe0

Apr 26, 2025 · 5 likes · 1 share · 1,530 followers View post →
Iwahori Toshiki
@iw_toshiki · X

【一本脚飛び移りロボット】 UCバークレー校(@UCBerkeley)の一本脚ロボット「Salto」はリスに想を得て、止まり木から止まり木へと飛び移れる「Salto-1P」に進化。#ロボット 《Monopedal robot branch-to-branch leaping and landing inspired by squirrel balance control》https://t.co/i5BwWxfiml https://t.co/4F5vcppDEo https://t.co/WflRUXFLfy

Mar 19, 2025 · 4 likes · 1 share · 9,994 followers View post →

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Joseph
@JosephDorn7 · X

RT @UNOBiomechanics: Congratulations to Associate Professor Nate Hunt on his recent publication in the journal Science Robotics "Monopedal…

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UNO Biomechanics
@UNOBiomechanics · X

Congratulations to Associate Professor Nate Hunt on his recent publication in the journal Science Robotics "Monopedal robot branch-to-branch leaping and landing inspired by squirrel balance control" It even captured the attention of late-night talk show host Stephen Colbert! https://t.co/UTj2uRBoe0

Apr 26, 2025 · 5 likes · 1 share · 1,530 followers View post →
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@VsauceTwo · X

Herpes Gum? [new mind blow] --> https://t.co/cSJJQYaPzk https://t.co/qmcg735oKq

Apr 21, 2025 · 19 likes · 2 shares · 148,616 followers View post →
Science Robotics
@SciRobotics · X

A new Science #Robotics study describes a #squirrel-inspired #balance strategy that improves a one-legged robot’s chances of landing upright after jumping from branch to branch. https://t.co/8XX3p90Or3 https://t.co/pb6ioD9Hm0

Mar 25, 2025 · 10 likes · 1 share · 27,673 followers View post →
Aaditya Anand
@AadityaAnand_11 · X

Paper(2): [https://t.co/YxpQZdRETN](https://t.co/YxpQZdRETN)

Mar 24, 2025 · 1,116 followers View post →
Storof Robotics
@storofrobotics · X

RT @SciRobotics: Scientists have developed a strategy that enables a one-legged robot named #Salto to land and balance upright after jumpin…

Mar 21, 2025 · 8 shares · 17 followers View post →
John M Stark
@johnmstark · X

RT @SciRobotics: Scientists have developed a strategy that enables a one-legged robot named #Salto to land and balance upright after jumpin…

Mar 21, 2025 · 8 shares · 6,392 followers View post →
Some UK Tesla Guy (UnSupervised...)
@SomeUKTeslaGuy · X

RT @SciRobotics: Scientists have developed a strategy that enables a one-legged robot named #Salto to land and balance upright after jumpin…

Mar 21, 2025 · 8 shares · 733 followers View post →
Robert Scoble
@Scobleizer · X

RT @SciRobotics: Scientists have developed a strategy that enables a one-legged robot named #Salto to land and balance upright after jumpin…

Mar 21, 2025 · 8 shares · 543,036 followers View post →
Science Robotics
@SciRobotics · X

Scientists have developed a strategy that enables a one-legged robot named #Salto to land and balance upright after jumping from branch to branch, like a squirrel. @illinoismechse @MITMechE @UCBerkeley Learn more in Science #Robotics: https://t.co/8XX3p91mgB https://t.co/XYfEP1dVUh

Mar 21, 2025 · 38 likes · 8 shares · 27,673 followers View post →
Steve Trutane
@trutane.bsky.social · Bluesky

Parkour breakthrough in robotics by studying squirrels: Study: Monopedal robot branch-to-branch leaping and landing inspired by squirrel balance control www.science.org/doi/10.1126/... ($) It’s all about “radial force balance control”

Mar 21, 2025 View post →
Sato Takaaki/佐藤隆明
@satotakaaki · X

RT @iw_toshiki: 【一本脚飛び移りロボット】 UCバークレー校(@UCBerkeley)の一本脚ロボット「Salto」はリスに想を得て、止まり木から止まり木へと飛び移れる「Salto-1P」に進化。#ロボット 《Monopedal robot branch-to-…

Mar 20, 2025 · 1 share · 30 followers View post →
Iwahori Toshiki
@iw_toshiki · X

【一本脚飛び移りロボット】 UCバークレー校(@UCBerkeley)の一本脚ロボット「Salto」はリスに想を得て、止まり木から止まり木へと飛び移れる「Salto-1P」に進化。#ロボット 《Monopedal robot branch-to-branch leaping and landing inspired by squirrel balance control》https://t.co/i5BwWxfiml https://t.co/4F5vcppDEo https://t.co/WflRUXFLfy

Mar 19, 2025 · 4 likes · 1 share · 9,994 followers View post →
Misha Booltink
@MishaBooltink · X

RT @TechXplore_com: #Engineers have developed a #Robot inspired by squirrels that can leap and land on narrow perches. This advancement cou…

Mar 19, 2025 · 10 shares · 543 followers View post →
Biomimetics
@Biomimetics_abe · X

Monopedal robot branch-to-branch leaping and landing inspired by squirrel balance control | https://t.co/ft34CU6xSU

Mar 19, 2025 · 2 likes · 391 followers View post →
TrollColors
@TrollColors · X

RT @TechXplore_com: #Engineers have developed a #Robot inspired by squirrels that can leap and land on narrow perches. This advancement cou…

Mar 19, 2025 · 10 shares · 1,231 followers View post →
Phys.org
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RT @TechXplore_com: #Engineers have developed a #Robot inspired by squirrels that can leap and land on narrow perches. This advancement cou…

Mar 19, 2025 · 10 shares · 1,023,955 followers View post →
TechXplore
@TechXplore_com · X

#Engineers have developed a #Robot inspired by squirrels that can leap and land on narrow perches. This advancement could enhance robotic agility in complex environments like forests and construction sites. @SciRobotics https://t.co/QLLOV2ipUV https://t.co/Z5YS762Kd3

Mar 19, 2025 · 18 likes · 10 shares · 21,295 followers View post →