Papers
11
Total Citations
106
H-Index
7
About
Ali Zamani is a leading researcher in the field of legged robotics, with a primary focus on the control, stabilization, and agile locomotion of bipedal, quadrupedal, and hopping robots. His work is distinguished by its deep theoretical foundation in nonlinear dynamics and control theory, particularly through the innovative application of control Lyapunov functions and orbital stabilization to achieve robust and dynamic gaits. Zamani’s major contributions include developing methods for switching between limit cycles to create agile running motions, as well as elucidating the roles of foot placement and ankle push-off in stabilizing bipedal walking. He has also pioneered the use of control synergies—inspired by biological systems—for rapid stabilization and for enlarging the region of attraction in hopping models. His highly cited works, such as his 2018 paper on switching limit cycles (16 citations) and his 2011 work on quadruped dynamics (15 citations), have significantly advanced the understanding of how to plan and control stable, energy-efficient gaits on patterned terrain. By combining rigorous mathematical analysis with biologically inspired strategies, Zamani’s research provides a powerful framework for creating more agile and resilient legged robots.
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- 2Dynamics and stable gait planning of a quadruped robot15 citations · 2011
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- 5PD regulated sliding mode control of a quadruped robot12 citations · 2011
- 6Stable bipedal walking with a swing-leg protraction strategy11 citations · 2016
- 7A hybrid controller based on CPG and ZMP for biped locomotion10 citations · 2013
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- 10Planning energy-efficient bipedal locomotion on patterned terrain2 citations · 2016