Moriz Berclaz

ETH Zurich

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Total Citations

11

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About

Moriz Berclaz is a robotics researcher whose work centers on the design and control of legged robots for extreme environments, with a particular focus on low-gravity exploration. His most prominent contribution is the development of SpaceHopper, a small-scale, three-legged robot weighing just 5.2 kg and measuring 245 mm in body size. This innovative platform is engineered for mobile exploration of asteroids and moons, utilizing space-qualifiable components and specialized controls to navigate the unique challenges of low-gravity locomotion. The 2024 paper detailing SpaceHopper has already garnered 11 citations, reflecting its timely relevance to the growing field of extraterrestrial robotics. Berclaz’s work bridges the gap between terrestrial legged robotics and space exploration, offering a practical, lightweight solution for future missions to celestial bodies where traditional rovers struggle. By prioritizing compactness and adaptability, his research opens new possibilities for autonomous exploration in environments with minimal gravitational pull, positioning him as a rising contributor to the intersection of robotics and space science.

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Total Citations
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🏆 Most Cited Paper
SpaceHopper: A Small-Scale Legged Robot for Exploring Low-Gravity Celestial Bodies
11 citations · 2024
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2024 (1 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 14
🏛 Institutions: ETH Zurich

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