E. Guglielmino

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E. Guglielmino is a leading figure in the field of bio-inspired and high-performance robotics, with a career defined by pioneering work in both quadruped locomotion and soft, continuum manipulators. His most impactful contribution is the design and development of HyQ (Hydraulically actuated Quadruped), a versatile 90 kg platform capable of highly dynamic motions like running and jumping, as well as precise navigation over rough terrain. The foundational paper on HyQ has garnered over 627 citations, establishing it as a cornerstone in legged robotics. Beyond quadrupeds, Guglielmino has made seminal contributions to soft robotics, inspired by the remarkable dexterity of the octopus. He introduced a novel modal approach using mode shape functions to solve kinematic singularities in continuum arms (96 citations) and developed dynamic models for hyper-redundant, octopus-like manipulators for underwater applications (61 citations). His work also extends to hydraulic actuation efficiency, including the application of hydraulic DC-DC converters to robotic legs. Through this dual focus on robust, power-dense legged robots and flexible, bio-inspired manipulators, Guglielmino has profoundly influenced the design of machines that can navigate and interact with complex, unstructured environments.

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Top Papers

1. 1
   Design of HyQ – a hydraulically and electrically actuated quadruped robot

   627 citations · 2011
2. 2
   Novel modal approach for kinematics of multisection continuum arms

   96 citations · 2011
3. 3
   Dynamic model of a hyper-redundant, octopus-like manipulator for underwater applications

   61 citations · 2011
4. 4
   An octopus anatomy-inspired robotic arm

   46 citations · 2010
5. 5
   Design and experimental evaluation of the hydraulically actuated prototype leg of the HyQ robot

   43 citations · 2010
6. 6
   The use of a hydraulic DC-DC converter in the actuation of a robotic leg

   12 citations · 2013

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