Human and Machine Locomotion

ISBN-13: 9783211829059 / Angielski / Miękka / 1997 / 324 str.

Morecki; A. Morecki; K. J. Waldron

Opis

Covers both biological and artificial legged locomotion systems. This work includes seven chapters that focus on topics ranging from detailed modelling of the musculo-skeletal system, through mathematical modelling and simulation to theories applicable to locomotion mechanics and control.

Spis treści

A. Morecki: Modelling and Simulation of Human and Walking Robot Locomotion.- N. Berme, E. Oggero, G. Pagnacco: Characteristics of Human Locomotion.- N. Berme, E. Oggero, G. Pagnacco: Modelling and Simulation of Human Locomotion.- M. Dietrich, K. Kedzior, C. Rzymkowski: Some Theoretical and Practical Aspects of Modelling and Simulation of the Human Musculoskeletal System.- K. Kedzior, T. Zagrajek: A Biomechanical Model of the Human Musculoskeletal System.- M. Vukobratovic: Dynamic Models, Control Synthesis and Stability of Biped Robots Gait.- A.M. Formal’sky: Ballistic Locomotion of a Biped – Design and Control of Two Biped Machines.- F. Pfeiffer, Th. Rossmann, J. Steuer: Theory and Practice of Machine Walking.- K.J. Waldron: Design of Walking Machines.