Wiggly Wally: A Bio-inspired Informal Robotic




Type:
Biomimicry, Robotic, Physal Computing

Team:
Jade Wu, Serrino Liu

Affiliation: Harvard GSD
Instructor: Chuck Hoberman 
Year: 2023
"Wiggly Wally" is a bio-inspired robotics project that draws from the unique locomotion of caterpillars, focusing on the design and experimental replication of their wave-like movements. The project delves into the kinematics and control mechanisms required to achieve rhythmic, undulating motion using a single actuator, allowing the robot to navigate different terrains with flexibility and simplicity. Through iterative experimentation, "Wiggly Wally" explores the potential of biomimetic movement, emphasizing how natural principles can inform innovative robotic design and control strategies.




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