The architecture of modular walking robot MERO support of the heavy load transportation

A modular walking robot can traverses most natural terrain. Walking robots better protect the environment, as their contact to the ground is discrete, which considerably diminishes the area underwent to crushing; the robot's weight can be optimally distributed all over the supporting surface, by controlling the forces. Altering the distance to the ground, the robot can pass over young trees or other vegetation, growing in the passage area. The advantages of legged system for off-road have been gradually recognised. One of the most important advantages is mobility. The Modular walking robots represent a special category of robots, characterized by having the power source embarked on the platform. The weight of this source is an important part of the total charge that the walking robot must transport. That is the reason why the walking system must be designed so that the mechanical work necessary for displacement, or the highest power necessary for act it, should be minimal.