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Gait and Trajectory Optimization for Legged Systems Through Phase-Based End-Effector Parameterization


Abstract:

We present a single trajectory optimization formulation for legged locomotion that automatically determines the gait sequence, step timings, footholds, swing-leg motions,...Show More

Abstract:

We present a single trajectory optimization formulation for legged locomotion that automatically determines the gait sequence, step timings, footholds, swing-leg motions, and six-dimensional body motion over nonflat terrain, without any additional modules. Our phase-based parameterization of feet motion and forces allows to optimize over the discrete gait sequence using only continuous decision variables. The system is represented using a simplified centroidal dynamics model that is influenced by the feet's location and forces. We explicitly enforce friction cone constraints, depending on the shape of the terrain. The nonlinear programming problem solver generates highly dynamic motion plans with full flight phases for a variety of legged systems with arbitrary morphologies in an efficient manner. We validate the feasibility of the generated plans in simulation and on the real quadruped robot ANYmal. Additionally, the entire solver software TOWR, which used to generate these motions is made freely available.
Published in: IEEE Robotics and Automation Letters ( Volume: 3, Issue: 3, July 2018)
Page(s): 1560 - 1567
Date of Publication: 06 February 2018

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