Seeking Intel Ideas: Physics/EE Interests for Two-Legged Robot

In summary, the conversation is about participating in the Intel competition and the difficulty of building a stable walking robot with two legs. The person's main interest is in physics and electrical engineering, and they are wondering if the competition is for advanced engineering projects. They also mention the potential of using microcontrollers to make the robot do different things and be fast.
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I am thinking of participating in Intel this year. I was thinking of making a two-legged walking robot but I don't think it is going to seem challenging enough to get me in the finals. Does anybody have any other ideas?

My main interest is in physics and electrical engineering.
 
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Believe it or not but a stable robot which walks with its two legs is incredibly challenging to make.
 
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Is this a very advanced contest? What kind of things won last year? As poolwin said, a stable walking robot is incredibly complex... unless this competition is for advanced engineering things...
 
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A robot on two legs which actually stands tall and walks with some speed is incredibly difficult to build.
If you had that robot do some different things, with the help of some good microcontrollers and all(AVR)...and be fast, standing on two legs. It would be amazing.
 

Related to Seeking Intel Ideas: Physics/EE Interests for Two-Legged Robot

What is the purpose of a two-legged robot?

A two-legged robot is designed to mimic human walking and balance, and can be used for various purposes such as exploration, search and rescue, and industrial tasks.

What are some potential applications of physics and electrical engineering in the development of a two-legged robot?

Physics and electrical engineering play a crucial role in the development of a two-legged robot. Some potential applications include sensors and actuators for balance and movement control, power systems for efficient energy usage, and programming algorithms for motion planning.

What are the main challenges in creating a stable and efficient two-legged robot?

The main challenges in creating a two-legged robot are achieving balance and stability while walking, controlling the movement of each leg independently, and optimizing energy usage for longer operation times.

How can physics and electrical engineering concepts be combined to improve the performance of a two-legged robot?

By combining principles of dynamics, control systems, and power electronics, engineers can create a more efficient and stable two-legged robot. For example, using sensors to detect changes in the robot's center of mass and adjusting the movements of the legs accordingly can improve balance and stability.

What advancements have been made in the field of two-legged robots in recent years?

In recent years, there have been significant advancements in the development of two-legged robots. Some noteworthy examples include the development of robots that can run and jump, robots that can navigate uneven terrain, and robots that can perform complex tasks such as opening doors and climbing stairs.

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