JQR Quadruped Autonomous Robot: DIY Legged Robot for Autonomous Navigation and Rescue
Inspired by Boston Dynamics, the JQR Quadruped Robot is a cost‑effective DIY project that delivers autonomous, leg‑powered mobility for a range of applications.
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The JQR Quadruped Robot was conceived in the summer of 2014 after months of research into the biomechanics of mammalian quadrupeds. This foundational study clarified the advantages of leg‑based locomotion over wheeled platforms—particularly in uneven or hostile terrain—and laid the groundwork for a fully autonomous system.
Key capabilities include:
- Remote monitoring of elderly or children via PC or smartphone.
- Assisting rescue teams in difficult terrain.
- Exploration and video capture of inaccessible areas.
- Assessment of disaster‑affected zones such as earthquake or flood damage.
- Home surveillance while owners are away.
- Inspection of sewers and piping systems.
- Academic research on gait, center‑of‑gravity dynamics, and robotics electronics.
https://jqrquadruped.jimdo.com/
First balance tests!
Using SketchUp to simulate complex motions! 😉
Early experiments with LIDAR laser.
Source: JQR Quadruped Autonomous Robot
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