Jum** is a locomotion strategy widely evolved in both invertebrates and vertebrates. In
addition to terrestrial animals, several aquatic animals are also able to jump in their specific …

Studying the motion of cheetahs–especially in the wild–is a technically challenging
endeavour that pushes the limits of field biomechanics methodology. Consequently, it …

Background Cranial cruciate ligament rupture (CCLR) is one of the most common causes of
pelvic limb lameness in dogs. Risk factors for CCLR include breed (especially large and …

Arboreal mammals navigate a highly three dimensional and discontinuous habitat. Among
arboreal mammals, squirrels demonstrate impressive agility. In a recent “viral” YouTube …

For locomotion, is an arm on a legged robot a liability or an asset for locomotion? Biological
systems evolved additional limbs beyond legs that facilitates postural control. This work …

Many agile legged animals employ lightweight, furry tails to regulate orientation during
running, lea**, and turning. Most robots attempting the same tasks either lack a tail or …

Trade-offs in maneuverability and stability are essential in ecologically relevant situations
with respect to robustness of locomotion, with multiple strategies apparent in animal model …

Falling cat problem is well-known where cats show their super aerial reorientation capability
and can land safely. For their robotic counterparts, a similar falling quadruped robot …

This paper develops a comparative framework for the design of actuated inertial
appendages for planar aerial reorientation. We define the inertial reorientation template, the …

Arboreal animals face numerous challenges when negotiating complex three-dimensional
terrain. Directed aerial descent or gliding flight allows for rapid traversal of arboreal …