MUMBAI, India, July 24 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202441100901 A) filed by Manipal Academy Of Higher Education on June 19, 2025, for A Quadruped Robot With Hybrid Legged And Skating Mobility.
Inventors include Spoorthi Singh; Ramya S Moorthy; and Uttam Varma P.
The application for the patent was published on July 17, 2026, under issue no. 29/2026.
Abstract: The invention provides a quadruped robot with hybrid legged and skating mobility for versatile and energy-efficient movement across diverse terrains. The robot features multi-jointed legs with five degrees of freedom and integrated caster wheels, enabling seamless transitions between legged locomotion for rugged surfaces and skating for smooth terrains. Advanced joint configurations allow for complex maneuvers such as flipping, stair climbing, and multidirectional adjustments, while real-time balance control ensures stability in challenging environments. An intelligent control system coordinates hybrid movement modes, optimizing energy consumption and enhancing operational efficiency. Designed for critical applications such as search and rescue, exploration, and industrial maintenance, the robot offers a robust, adaptable, and sustainable mobility platform that combines resilience, efficiency, and advanced functionality to address diverse operational demands. (FIG. 3A)
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