Jake Goldsmith
Papers
3
Total Citations
337
H-Index
3
About
Dr. Jake Goldsmith is a leading roboticist whose research centers on the design and development of high-performance, hydraulically actuated legged robots for unstructured environments. His most significant contribution is the creation of HyQ2Max, a rugged, powerful quadruped robot detailed in his highly cited 2016 paper (261 citations). This work advanced the field by evolving the agile HyQ platform into a more robust machine capable of self-righting, dramatically expanding its potential for real-world deployment. Dr. Goldsmith has also pioneered the use of additive manufacturing for agile legged robots (52 citations), demonstrating how 3D printing can create complex, lightweight hydraulic components that enhance performance. Furthermore, his design of a hydraulically actuated arm for a quadruped robot (24 citations) directly addresses a key limitation of legged machines—their lack of manipulation capability. By integrating an arm, his work enables these robots to not only traverse rough terrain but also interact with and manipulate their surroundings, paving the way for versatile, all-in-one platforms for inspection, search-and-rescue, and heavy-duty tasks.
Research Focus
Key Achievements
Top Papers
- 1Design of the Hydraulically Actuated, Torque-Controlled Quadruped Robot HyQ2Max261 citations · 2016
- 2Additive manufacturing for agile legged robots with hydraulic actuation52 citations · 2015
- 3DESIGN OF A HYDRAULICALLY ACTUATED ARM FOR A QUADRUPED ROBOT24 citations · 2015