Murali Krishna P.
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Murali Krishna P. is a robotics researcher whose work focuses on the energetics and dynamics of legged locomotion, particularly in quadruped robots. His most cited paper, "Energetics of constant height level bounding in quadruped robots" (2014), makes a foundational contribution by analytically modeling the mechanical cost of bounding gaits. In this work, he derives expressions for mechanical specific resistance for two bounding cases, accounting for asymmetric body-mass distribution—a realistic factor often overlooked. This analysis provides crucial insights into how robot morphology and gait parameters influence energy efficiency, directly informing the design of more economical and capable legged machines. While his citation count is modest, the work's analytical rigor offers a valuable framework for researchers in bio-inspired robotics and locomotion control. Murali Krishna’s research bridges theoretical mechanics and practical robot design, making him a thoughtful contributor to understanding the fundamental trade-offs in dynamic legged movement.
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- 1Energetics of constant height level bounding in quadruped robots3 citations · 2014