Hexapod robots are gaining attention for their ability to navigate complex terrains, making them suitable for applications such as search and rescue, military operations, and environmental exploration. This paper presents a study of the dynamic modeling and simulation of the R-Hex robotic hexapod, focusing on locomotion performance under challenging conditions. A novel simulation framework was developed in CoppeliaSim, integrating mechanical CAD models and control algorithms to evaluate stability, energy efficiency, and adaptability. Key contributions include (1) an optimized mechanical design of R-Hex using lightweight materials, (2) a simulation-driven evaluation of locomotion across flat, rough, and stair-like terrains, and (3) validation through a preliminary hardware prototype tested in comparable conditions. Unlike existing works such as Zebro Light, this study emphasizes simulation-informed optimization linked directly to experimental validation. The findings provide a foundation for advancing hexapod robotics and demonstrate the robustness of R-Hex as a candidate for future deployment in critical domains.

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Dynamic Modeling and Simulation of R-Hex Hexapod Robot for Efficient Locomotion in Challenging Terrains

  • W. C. Nirmal,
  • K. J. P. Fernando,
  • H. K. I. S. Lakmal,
  • M. W. P. Maduranga,
  • P. N. M. Kumara,
  • S. L. Kulatunga

摘要

Hexapod robots are gaining attention for their ability to navigate complex terrains, making them suitable for applications such as search and rescue, military operations, and environmental exploration. This paper presents a study of the dynamic modeling and simulation of the R-Hex robotic hexapod, focusing on locomotion performance under challenging conditions. A novel simulation framework was developed in CoppeliaSim, integrating mechanical CAD models and control algorithms to evaluate stability, energy efficiency, and adaptability. Key contributions include (1) an optimized mechanical design of R-Hex using lightweight materials, (2) a simulation-driven evaluation of locomotion across flat, rough, and stair-like terrains, and (3) validation through a preliminary hardware prototype tested in comparable conditions. Unlike existing works such as Zebro Light, this study emphasizes simulation-informed optimization linked directly to experimental validation. The findings provide a foundation for advancing hexapod robotics and demonstrate the robustness of R-Hex as a candidate for future deployment in critical domains.