OPENTECHNICAL PUBLICATION
OT-2026-000001077

Soft pneumatic hexapedal robot, and uses thereof

Published: 2026-09-15T19:03:50.317062Z
Permanent URL: https://opentechnical.org/p/OT-2026-000001077
Categories: Robotics & Automation > Robot Architectures

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ABSTRACT

This disclosure relates to apparatus a multi-legged robot including at least
one pair of actuators. Each actuator includes a pliable body. The pliable body
includes a first portion having a first chamber, a second portion having a
second chamber, where the second portion coupled to a distal end of the first
portion. The pliable body includes a first inlet coupled to the first chamber,
where the first portion is configured to bend upon receiving a first fluid via
the first inlet and a second inlet coupled to the second chamber, where the
second portion is configured to extend upon receiving a second fluid via the
second inlet. The multi-legged robot includes a frame coupled to a proximate
end of the first portion of each actuator.

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OpenTechnical publication OT-2026-000001077
Published 2026-09-15T19:03:50.317062Z
https://opentechnical.org/p/OT-2026-000001077