Robotic Locomotion and Whole Body Manipulation

About the Research

ARL is pursuing research to increase the dynamic mobility in autonomous robotics platforms to enable agile traversal of complex environments. Physics-based multi-bodied models are used to construct simulations which aid the development of control authorities and fundamental understanding of the dynamics that govern the robotic system. These controls are transitioned to physical platforms where verification and refined tuning are demonstrated. Iterations between the model and physical platform are continued to further expand and improve performance and efficiency. These techniques are used across multiple platforms such as legged robotics and other high degree of freedom limbed systems. The candidate should be aware of techniques for validation and verification of simulations through experiments.

About VTD

The VTD mission is accomplished through in-house basic and applied research, and from collaborations with other ARL functions, RDECOM, Navy, Air Force, academia and industry leaders. The technology focus areas within the ARL and RDECOM programs have been defined as platform, propulsion, intelligent systems and logistics.

About ARL-RAP

• A complete application includes:
• - Curriculum Vitae or Resume
• - Three References Forms
• - An email with a link to the reference form will be available in Zintellect to the applicant upon completion of the on-line application. Please send this email to persons you have selected to complete a reference.
• - References should be from persons familiar with your educational and professional qualifications (include your thesis or dissertation advisor, if applicable)
• - Transcripts
• - Transcript verifying receipt of degree must be submitted with the application. Student/unofficial copy is acceptable
• If selected by an advisor the participant will also be required to write a research proposal to submit to the ARL-RAP review panel for:
• - Research topic should relate to a specific opportunity at ARL (see Research Areas)
• - The objective of the research topic should be clear and have a defined outcome
• - Explain the direction you plan to pursue
• - Include expected period for completing the study
• - Include a brief background such as preparation and motivation for the research
• - References of published efforts may be used to improve the proposal
• A link to upload the proposal will be provided to the applicant once the advisor has made their selection.

Contact Information

• Questions about this opportunity? Please email ARLFellowship@orau.org
• Citizenship: U.S. Citizen Only
• Degree: Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, or Doctoral Degree.
• Academic Level(s): Any academic level.
• Discipline(s): Not specified
• Age: Must be 18 years of age