Andrey Kodyakov

St. Petersburg Institute for Informatics and Automation, Saint Petersburg State University of Aerospace and Instrumentation

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Andrey Kodyakov is a robotics engineer whose work centers on the mechanical design and stability of anthropomorphic robots, with a particular focus on lower-limb locomotion. His primary research contributions lie in the structural engineering of legged robots, where he has systematically addressed the challenges of joint mechanics, load-bearing capacity, and energy-efficient motion. Kodyakov’s most cited work, “Mechanical Leg Design of the Anthropomorphic Robot Antares” (2016, 10 citations), establishes foundational principles for constructing robust, human-like leg assemblies. He further advanced this line of inquiry in “Stability Study of Anthropomorphic Robot Antares under External Load Action” (2017, 9 citations), where he quantified actuator torque requirements for maintaining balance under torsional and fracture-inducing forces—a critical step toward practical, real-world deployment. His research also includes a comprehensive review of servomechanisms and bearing components for leg joints, offering a design framework that reduces weight while preserving structural integrity. By tackling the dual problems of mechanical robustness and energy consumption, Kodyakov has contributed essential knowledge to the field of humanoid robotics, helping to bridge the gap between theoretical kinematics and physically realizable, stable walking machines.